Carlisle 5401818 5 Inch Fruit Bowl 4.5 Oz Melamine Gray with Swirl Design

The Carlisle 5401818 Carlisle Mingle™ Fruit Bowl is a commercial-grade melamine dish designed for serving fruits and appetizers in foodservice environments. Featuring a 4.5 oz. capacity and a 5" diameter, this round bowl incorporates a swirl design for enhanced presentation. Its durable melamine construction provides excellent resistance to staining, chipping, and dishwasher cleaning, making it suitable for high-traffic hospitality settings. Engineered to withstand temperatures up to 212°F, it mitigates heat transfer from hot foods and resists cold draw, extending its usable lifespan in busy kitchens and dining areas. The reinforced rim and foot design contribute to stability and longevity, optimizing workflow efficiency.*

Top Carlisle 5401818 Features

This fruit bowl offers excellent durability with its melamine composition, ensuring resistance to chips and stains in moderate-volume foodservice. Its stackable design facilitates compact storage, while dishwasher compatibility simplifies cleaning routines. The reinforced rim and foot enhance stability during handling, making it ideal for serving fresh produce or garnished fruit in cafes and casual dining settings. Its temperature resistance supports both chilled and warm applications without deformation. Perfect for high-turnover foodservice operations requiring dependable, lightweight tableware.

• Capacity: 4.5 oz. suitable for individual servings.
• Material: Heavy-duty melamine for impact and stain resistance.
• Durability: Chip, stain, and heat resistant with reinforced rim.
• Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher safe for quick cleaning.
• Stackability: Facilitates efficient storage and workflow integration.

Ideal for operational settings demanding durable, easy-to-clean fruit serving bowls.

5401818 Technical Specs

The Carlisle 5401818 Carlisle Mingle™ Fruit Bowl is constructed from high-quality melamine, offering resistance to impacts, stains, and high temperatures up to 212°F for versatile hot or cold food presentation. It weighs only 0.2 pounds, with dimensions of 5 inches in width and a balanced reinforcement in its rim and foot design that reinforces stability and impact resistance. This bowl is NSF certified, BPA free, and dishwasher safe, aligning with rigorous sanitation and safety standards for commercial use. Its stackable form allows for efficient storage, and its robust construction ensures long-term performance in busy foodservice environments. Designed for moderate workloads, it supports casual dining and catering operations with consistent presentation quality. The bowl's neutral gray color complements a variety of room aesthetics and table settings, maintaining professional appearance over extended use.

• Dimensions: 5" diameter for versatile portioning and display.
• Material Safety: BPA free, NSF listed, and dishwasher compatible.
• Temperature Tolerance: Up to 212°F for hot and cold food service.
• Weight: 0.2 lbs, lightweight for handling efficiency.
• Construction: Durable melamine with reinforced rim and foot.
• Stackability: Enables space-saving storage in busy kitchens.
• Color and Finish: Gray finish with swirl design for visual appeal.

• Workstation compatibility: Fits café and casual dining setups requiring durable tableware.
• Foodservice application: Suitable for serving fruit, garnishes, or small appetizers.
• Temperature management: Tolerates hot or cold food placement in display cases.
• Washing protocol: Dishwasher safe to streamline cleaning processes.
• Storage considerations: Stackable profile saves space in storage or transport.

What is a commercial fruit dish?

A commercial fruit dish is a durable, impact-resistant serving piece designed for high-frequency foodservice environments to showcase fresh fruit or appetizers. The Carlisle 5401818 Carlisle Mingle™ Fruit Bowl is a plastic melamine bowl built for moderate workloads, typically installed in cafes, buffets, or casual dining venues. With a 4.5 oz. capacity and 5" diameter, it is optimized for individual portions and easy handling. Its sturdy construction supports recurring use in busy settings, making it ideal for service stations or self-serve displays in moderate-volume foodservice operations.

Top Melamine Fruit Dishes for Moderate-Volume Foodservice Settings

Constructed for moderate workloads, the Carlisle 5401818 Carlisle Mingle™ Fruit Bowl offers durable, dishwasher-safe melamine that withstands daily impact and temperature variations, making it suitable for cafes and casual eateries without compromising presentation quality.

• Operation Type — suitable for cafes, casual dining, and buffet lines
• Kitchen Type — optimized for compact, fast-paced commercial spaces
• Foodservice Category — ideal for serving fresh fruit and garnishes
• Workload Qualifier — designed for moderate throughput environments
• Use Case — supporting efficient, secure presentation of small appetizers

Why Choose Carlisle 5401818 Carlisle Mingle™ Fruit Bowl?

Compared to standard plastic bowls, the Carlisle 5401818 Carlisle Mingle™ Fruit Bowl combines a robust melamine construction with a sleek swirl design and reinforced features, enhancing its longevity and visual appeal. Its impact resistance, heat tolerance, and dishwasher compatibility improve operational efficiency and ensure sustainable, sanitary service in busy foodservice settings.

• Self-contained design with impact and stain resistance
• Optimized for moderate-volume service environments
• Reinforced rim and foot for enhanced durability
• Lightweight and stackable for easy handling and storage
• Maintains professional appearance over repeated use