The Fortessa Cairn Midnight Bowl 7" (17.8cm) 19oz, part of Fortessa Tableware Solutions’ extensive line of ceramic dinnerware, is a durable oval bowl designed for commercial foodservice applications. Crafted from high-quality ceramic material, this bowl features a 7-inch diameter with a 19-ounce capacity, making it suitable for serving soups, salads, or side dishes in mid-volume restaurant operations. Its twice-fired construction enhances edge strength and impact resistance, ensuring longevity in busy kitchen environments. This model is dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe up to 400°F, supporting seamless integration into various service workflows. Its black finish provides a sleek appearance that complements diverse tabletop aesthetics, ideal for restaurants, cafes, and catering services seeking resilient dinnerware with high technical performance.
Top Fortessa 5900.BLK.980A Features
The Fortessa Cairn Midnight Bowl combines durable ceramic construction with precise dimensions, making it suitable for commercial kitchens requiring high-impact resistance. Its oval shape facilitates efficient stacking and easy handling, while dishwasher and microwave safety streamline cleaning and reheating processes. The oven-safe property allows for versatile hot food service, supporting workflow efficiency in bustling foodservice environments. Designed for moderate throughput settings, it handles daily dishware demands with resilience and consistency.
- Functionality: 19oz capacity for versatile serving needs
- Durability: Twice-fired ceramic enhances impact resistance
- Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher and microwave safe for quick cleaning
- Application Fit: Suitable for mid-volume restaurant and catering use
- Workflow Integration: Oven safe for reheating and hot service flexibility
Ideal for use in cafés, restaurants, or catering operations looking for durable, versatile dinnerware.
Fortessa 5900.BLK.980A Technical Specs
The Fortessa Cairn Midnight Bowl 7" (17.8cm), model number 5900.BLK.980A, is constructed from high-quality ceramic with a weight of 3.28 lbs per piece. It features a 7-inch oval shape with a capacity of 19 ounces, designed to withstand the rigors of commercial environments. This bowl is dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe up to 400°F, supporting multi-phase service workflows including reheating and presentation. The black exterior finish provides an elegant yet practical tabletop aesthetic. Its impact-resistant construction and twice-fired manufacturing process ensure durability, while its compatibility with standard commercial dishwashing cycles simplifies maintenance. The bowl’s dimensions allow efficient stacking for storage and transport, fitting seamlessly into busy kitchen operations requiring reliable dinnerware. It is available by the case (6 pieces) with an individual weight of 3.28 lbs, suited for establishments demanding high-performance serveware.
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable (non-electrical product)
- Construction & Finish: Ceramic with black exterior finish
- Temperature Resistance: Safe up to 400°F for oven use
- Dimensions: 7" diameter, oval shape
- Weight: 3.28 lbs per piece, case pack of 6 units
- Food Safety: Ceramic material compatible with cleaning and reheating
- Material: High-quality ceramic for impact and edge strength
- Refrigeration & Heating: Suitable for hot and cold applications in foodservice
- Electrical Compatibility: Not applicable
- Power Supply: None
- Refrigeration Method: Not applicable
- Usage Environment: Suitable for busy restaurant and catering kitchens
- Installation: Compatible with standard dishwashing and oven operation
- Cleaning: Dishwasher safe for consistent sanitation routines
What is a commercial ceramic bowl?
A commercial ceramic bowl is a high-durability dinnerware piece designed for frequent use in foodservice settings such as restaurants, catering, and cafes. Constructed from impact-resistant ceramic material, these bowls feature uniform sizing—such as the Fortessa 5900.BLK.980A Cairn Midnight Bowl 7"—with capacities typically ranging up to 19 ounces. They accommodate hot and cold food presentations, withstand dishwasher and oven conditions, and support efficient workflow through stackability and thermal reliability. Installed in various service formats, these bowls are ideal for mid-volume operations seeking consistent, restaurant-ready dinnerware capable of handling rigorous daily demands.
Top ceramic bowls for moderate foodservice settings
Designed for moderate throughput kitchens, ceramic bowls like Fortessa 5900.BLK.980A provide durable, impact-resistant serving options ideal for restaurant and cafeteria environments. Crafted for reliable performance with high-volume dishwasher and oven compatibility, these bowls support efficient operations and quality presentation in busy foodservice workflows.
- Operation Type — suitable for busy restaurant kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — perfect for compact commercial spaces
- Foodservice Category — ideal for casual dining and catering
- Workload Qualification — handles moderate daily dishwashing and reheating
- Use Case — supports versatile hot and cold food presentations
Why Choose Fortessa 5900.BLK.980A?
Fortessa’s 5900.BLK.980A Cairn Midnight Bowl stands out with its impact-resistant ceramic construction and sleek black finish, offering enhanced durability and aesthetic appeal over standard ceramic options. Its impact- and edge-strengthening firing process ensures longevity in demanding commercial environments. The bowl’s oven, microwave, and dishwasher safety streamline food prep, reheating, and cleaning, improving operational efficiency for high-volume service. Its compact, stackable design allows optimal storage, making it a practical choice for busy kitchen workflows, distinguished by superior build quality and consistent performance in a resilient, restaurant-ready dinnerware offering.
- Self-contained impact-resistant ceramic enhances durability under busy conditions
- Oven and microwave safe—supports versatile hot food service workflows
- Compact stacking design optimizes storage in limited kitchen space
- Black finish offers a professional, versatile presentation aesthetic
- Designed for high-impact resistance with twice-fired manufacturing process
