Table & Dessert Spoons
Table and dessert spoons are core flatware pieces for soup, mains and dessert courses, used across every commercial dining setting from cafés to hotel banqueting. The main buying consideration is steel grade and bowl size: 18/10 stainless steel is standard for corrosion resistance and shine retention, with table spoons typically 19-20cm and dessert spoons a shorter 18cm with a slightly smaller bowl. Buyers should check weight and finish consistency (mirror-polished vs satin) to match existing place settings, and confirm dishwasher safety for high-turnover commercial washing.
Key specifications
Table and dessert spoons are separated by length and bowl size. Table spoons run 19-20cm with a fuller bowl for soups and main courses, while dessert spoons are around 18cm with a shorter handle and a smaller, shallower bowl for puddings. 18/10 stainless steel is the commercial standard, holding its shine and resisting spotting under frequent dishwasher cycles far better than 18/0 or 13/0. Finish is either mirror-polished or satin, and matching that to the existing range keeps a place setting consistent. Weight is a matter of feel — heavier pieces read as more premium. Used across cafés, pubs, hotels, restaurants and care homes.
Table & Dessert Spoons — FAQs
What’s the difference between a table spoon and a dessert spoon?
A table spoon is longer with a larger bowl for soups and mains, while a dessert spoon is shorter with a smaller, shallower bowl suited to puddings and desserts.
What steel grade should commercial spoons be?
18/10 stainless steel is the recommended commercial grade, resisting spotting and corrosion far better than lower-grade 13/0 or 18/0 alternatives under frequent washing.