The Libbey BW-008 (Formerly World Tableware) Disk Bowl is a high-quality porcelain serveware piece designed for precise portion control in professional foodservice environments. With a capacity of 1-3/4 oz. and a diameter of 2-1/2 inches with a height of 1-1/8 inches, this round bowl is crafted from ultra-bright white porcelain, ensuring durability and a clean presentation. Its compact size and robust material make it ideal for appetizers, garnishes, or tasting portions in restaurants, catering, or hotel banquet service, offering accurate serving and consistent appearance for upscale dining applications.
Top Libbey BW-008 Features
The Libbey BW-008 Disk Bowl is engineered for precise food portioning and durability, essential for high-volume foodservice operations. Its porcelain construction offers resistance to chipping and staining, while the compact, round design facilitates ease of stacking, storage, and cleaning. Suitable for countertop use and compatible with various plateware, it enhances workflow efficiency in busy kitchens. The bowl’s bright white finish provides consistent aesthetics and quick visual identification for professional settings.
- Functionality: Compact size supports portion control in appetizer or garnish service
- Durability Traits: Made from durable porcelain for chip and stain resistance
- Ease-of-Use: Smooth surface simplifies cleaning and maintenance
- Real-World Use Case: Fits seamlessly into high-volume buffet lines and tasting stations
- Workflow Benefit: Stackable design maximizes storage efficiency in busy kitchens
Ideal for precise garnishing and small food portions in professional culinary settings
Libbey BW-008 Technical Specs
The Libbey BW-008 Disk Bowl is constructed entirely from porcelain with a bright white finish, measuring 2-1/2 inches in diameter and 1-1/8 inches in height, with a weight of approximately 5.8 lbs per case. Its geometric round shape ensures consistent presentation, and its design supports frequent use in high-turnover environments. The bowl is resistant to typical kitchen temperatures and is compatible with standard dishwashing protocols, making it suitable for daily cleaning without damage or discoloration. It is designed for general purpose serving, primarily in appetizer, garnish, or condiment applications in commercial kitchens and hospitality venues.
- Material: Porcelain with high resistance to staining and chipping
- Dimensions: 2-1/2" diameter, 1-1/8" height, 2" size for precise portioning
- Weight: 5.8 lbs per case, optimized for durability and handling
- Finish: Ultra-bright white surface ensures presentation consistency
- Operating Range: Designed for typical kitchen temperatures, dishwasher compatible
- Replacement & Maintenance: Easy to clean, dishwasher safe, no special disassembly required
Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
Cooling Method: Not applicable
Refrigeration Type: Not applicable
Usage Compatibility: For serving and presentation in buffet, catering, and restaurant applications
Installation & Maintenance: Suitable for stacking, minimal space for storage, easy to clean with standard dishwashing protocols
What is a commercial china bowl?
A commercial china bowl is a professionally manufactured foodservice vessel designed for high-volume usage in restaurants, catering, and hospitality. Constructed from durable porcelain, these bowls support precise portioning and presentation while withstanding the rigors of daily cleaning and heavy handling. The Libbey BW-008 Disk Bowl, with its 1-3/4 oz. capacity and 2-1/2 inch diameter, is suited for garnishes, condiments, and tasting portions in demanding culinary environments, often installed in buffet lines, appetizer stations, or fine dining setups to ensure consistent appearance and performance in moderate-volume foodservice settings.
Top general purpose china bowls for moderate-volume foodservice
Built from high-quality porcelain and designed for durability, libbey BW-008 is ideal for precise portioning in buffet, catering, and restaurant settings with moderate throughput. Its reliability and compact profile support efficient workflow and presentation excellence in professional kitchens and hospitality venues.
- Operation Type — suitable for moderate-volume restaurant kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — applicable in catering and hotel banquet service
- Foodservice Category — optimal for appetizers, garnishes, and condiments
- Workload Qualifier — designed for steady daily use in commercial foodservice
- Use Case — supports efficient portion control and presentation in hospitality operations
Why Choose Libbey BW-008?
Libbey BW-008 distinguishes itself through its robust porcelain construction, precise sizing, and sleek white finish, offering a restaurant-ready solution for high-volume food presentation. Its compact, stackable design and durability streamline kitchen operations, reducing breakage and cleaning time while providing a consistent aesthetic for elegant service environments.
- Self-contained design simplifies stacking and storage in busy kitchens
- Manufactured from durable porcelain for long-term use and damage resistance
- Optimized size supports precise food portioning and presentation
- Cleanable through standard dishwashing, minimizing maintenance time
- Ideal for appetizer, garnish, and condiment service in professional settings
