The proofing step helped us catch a lid-fit issue before we ordered. The final cups and carriers arrived ready for service.
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Independent coffee group
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Custom salad bowls for branded takeaway service
Wide paper bowls for salads, poke, pasta, rice bowls and grab-and-go meals. Choose a route, approve a proof and get a clear landed quote before production starts.
Typical MOQ
5,000 units
Guide price
£0.20-0.55 / unit
Best value
5,000+ unit and bundle quotes
Start here
Select a quote route
Free design setup
Send a logo or rough idea and we will prepare the first print layout before production.
3D proof before print
Approve the dieline, print area and product fit before the order moves into production.
Clear landed pricing
Quotes separate unit cost, print route, samples and delivery so 5,000+ volume bands and bundle pricing are easy to compare.
Human packaging support
A specialist checks size, material and lid/accessory compatibility before you commit.
Configure the order
Choose the route that fits your packaging set, budget and service model.
Start with the closest buying route. We will confirm artwork, size, material, bundle fit and delivery assumptions before quoting.
Best value
5,000+ value run
Dedicated production for planned salad bowls stock, multi-SKU bundles and repeat orders.
MOQ:Typical MOQ 5,000 units
Lead time:8-12 weeks
Price:Best from 5,000+
Artwork coordination
Use our dieline, artwork and 3D proof checks to align the product with the rest of the packaging set.
MOQ:Matched to product
Lead time:Proof before print
Price:Spec clarity
Lids and accessories
Match lids, liners, sleeves, carriers, stickers or service accessories to the main product.
MOQ:Matched to product
Lead time:Quoted together
Price:Bundle quote
Eco option
Compare recyclable, FSC, recycled-content or compostable routes with practical disposal notes.
MOQ:Typical MOQ 5,000 units
Lead time:Depends on material
Price:Material-led
Best for
Where this product tends to work in real service.
Poké, grain and salad bowl concepts
Pasta, nachos, wings and rice dishes
Office lunch delivery
Meal-prep, catering and grab-and-go fridges
Custom options
Common choices buyers confirm before pricing.
Size options start from 16 oz / 475 ml and can be matched to your service format.
Material routes include White kraft board, PE-lined board, PLA-lined board.
Print routes include CMYK bowl print, Pantone print, Matte finish.
We can scope logo placement, print coverage, finish preference and whether the job is a first run or repeat order.
Quote checklist
What helps us price accurately.
Estimated quantity or quantity band. MOQ for this category typically starts from 5,000 units.
Preferred size, format or application so we can avoid quoting the wrong spec.
Artwork status: logo only, partly ready, or print-ready files with dielines.
Target delivery timing and whether this is a launch order, restock or repeat run.
Product details
Specs after the buying decision
Wide paper salad bowls are designed for food that needs space to look good: poke, salads, pasta, nachos, wings, rice bowls and colourful cold dishes. The broad opening improves presentation while making dine-in, takeaway and sharing service easier.
Food-grade 280-300 gsm kraft paperboard gives the bowl body strength, while an oil- and leak-resistant lining helps protect against dressings and warm sauces. Sizes run from 16 oz to 50 oz, with optional lids for delivery and grab-and-go service.
Wide-mouth paper bowls from 16 oz to 50 oz
Food-grade 280-300 gsm kraft paperboard
Oil- and leak-resistant lining for dressings and warm foods
Recommended for 0 deg C to 100 deg C service
Optional lids for transport and delivery
Typical lead time 8-12 weeks after artwork and order approval
Materials
White kraft board
Food-safe board with a clean surface for full-colour print
PE-lined board
Reliable oil and moisture barrier for salads, pasta and sauced dishes
PLA-lined board
Compostable lining option for qualifying waste streams
Print options
CMYK bowl print
Full-colour wall graphics for salad, poke and meal-prep brands
Pantone print
Up to 4 spot colours for clean logo and pattern work
Matte finish
Standard finish that keeps the bowl looking natural and premium
Lead time factors
Product type, quantity, print coverage and whether the route uses standard or bespoke dimensions.
Confirm during quoting.
How quickly artwork, proofs and final approvals are supplied back.
Confirm during quoting.
Whether samples, multiple SKUs or mixed delivery timing are part of the brief.
Confirm during quoting.
Which production route best fits the order once MOQ, timing and finish are confirmed.
Confirm during quoting.
Sizes and FAQ
Common starting points
Exact sizing depends on the approved product route, artwork and accessory fit.
16 oz / 475 ml
Side salad, dessert
24 oz / 700 ml
Grain bowl, nachos
32 oz / 950 ml
Main salad, poke
38 oz / 1125 ml
Pasta, wings
42 oz / 1240 ml
Sharing salad
50 oz / 1480 ml
Catering portion
What is the minimum order for salad bowls?
The standard MOQ is 5,000 bowls per size and artwork.
Can the bowls be used for hot food?
Yes. They are suitable for warm dishes within the stated temperature range, including pasta, rice bowls and sauced meals.
Do lids come with the bowls?
Lids are available as an add-on. We match the lid type to whether you need visibility, heat retention or secure delivery.
Which size should I choose for a main meal?
32 oz is the common main-meal size. Choose 24 oz for lighter lunches and 38-50 oz for sharing or catering portions.
Customer confidence
Built for operators who need packaging to arrive ready for service.
4.8/5 packaging support rating
OkeyPackaging made the quote easy to compare because the MOQ, artwork route and delivery assumptions were all written out.
Founder
Fast-casual takeaway brand
We started with samples, then moved into a branded run once the team had checked the material in the kitchen.
Procurement manager
Multi-site food hall operator
Coffee
Bakery
Burger
Dessert
Pizzeria
Catering
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Need something special?
Quote salad bowls around your menu, artwork and delivery window.
Send the product type, quantity band, artwork status and target date. We will return a practical buying route for the full packaging set instead of a generic catalogue answer.