The Libbey DRI-20-C Plate is a fundamental component of professional dinnerware, designed specifically for commercial foodservice environments requiring durable and aesthetically consistent tableware. With a diameter of 10-1/2 inches, this round porcelain plate features a coupe rim style and a flat profile, suitable for both casual and fine dining settings. Crafted from fully vitrified porcelain, it offers high resistance to thermal and mechanical stresses, making it ideal for high-volume restaurants, catering operations, and institutional kitchens. Its technical construction ensures uniform thickness and dependable performance, supporting efficient workflow and food presentation excellence in busy service areas.
Top Libbey DRI-20-C Features
The Libbey DRI-20-C Plate combines durability with precise craftsmanship, featuring a fully vitrified porcelain body that withstands frequent use and dishmachine cleaning. Its 10-1/2-inch diameter accommodates diverse menu presentations, while the coupe rim enhances presentation versatility. Designed for commercial kitchen settings, it ensures uniform heat resistance and easy stacking for space-efficient storage. The flat, fully vitrified surface simplifies cleaning, contributing to sanitation standards and operational efficiency in high-volume settings.
- Function and Performance: Precise 10-1/2-inch diameter suits diverse meal offerings.
- Durability traits: Fully vitrified porcelain provides high resistance to thermal and mechanical shock.
- Ease of maintenance: Flat, vitrified glaze allows effortless cleaning and minimizes staining.
- Real-world use case: Suitable for high-throughput restaurants and catering services with frequent dishmachine use.
- Workflow benefit: Stackable and uniform shape enhances storage efficiency and service speed.
Ideal for mid-volume restaurant service and institutional dining facilities requiring robust and attractive dinnerware.
Libbey DRI-20-C Technical Specs
The Libbey DRI-20-C Plate features a 10.500" diameter and a height of 1.03 inches, crafted from high-quality porcelain with a fully vitrified, flat surface finish. Weighing approximately 29.3 lbs per case, it is constructed to endure demanding commercial kitchen operations, including frequent dishmachine cleaning and temperature fluctuations. Its coupe rim style ensures a seamless presentation surface, while the porcelain material provides excellent heat resistance and ease of cleaning. Designed with a standard 92.5 freight class, it supports efficient transportation and handling within foodservice facilities. This plate's durable build and consistent sizing make it suitable for indoor dining, catering, and banquet settings, supporting a variety of menu styles and service workflows.
- Electrical requirements: Not applicable
- Construction & finish: Fully vitrified porcelain with flat glaze surface
- Dimensions: 10.55" width x 10.55" depth x 1.03" height
- Weight: 29.3 lbs per case
- Temperature resistance: Suitable for standard hot and cold food temperatures
- Food safety: Porcelain material safe for commercial dishware use, compatible with dishmachine cleaning
- Color: Classic white finish
- Material: Fully vitrified porcelain for durability and stain resistance
Installation & Maintenance
This dinnerware is designed for quick stacking and efficient storage, compatible with standard dishmachines for rapid cleaning. Its flat surface minimizes residue buildup, and the vitrified finish resists staining. Careful handling during transportation and storage ensures longevity. The plate does not require special installation; simply place on standard warewashing racks, and follow routine cleaning protocols to maintain its appearance and integrity.
- Usage scenario: Suitable for high-turnover restaurant dining and catering operations
- Cleaning method: Dishwasher safe with no special precautions required
- Storage needs: Stackable design facilitates efficient rack and shelf storage
- Temperature tolerance: Maintains integrity in typical hot food serving temperatures
- Handling considerations: Stack and transport with standard dishware procedures to prevent chipping
What is a commercial dinner plate?
A commercial dinner plate is a durable, high-capacity piece of tableware designed for heavy use in restaurant, catering, and institutional settings. Typically made from vitrified porcelain or ceramic, it features a flat or coupe surface suitable for serving a variety of dishes in high-volume environments. The Libbey DRI-20-C Plate, with its 10-1/2-inch diameter and full vitrification, is an example of resilient dinnerware engineered for durability, sanitation, and presentation in busy foodservice operations such as hotels, cafeterias, and banquet halls. Its material and construction support frequent dishwashing and temperature exposure, making it ideal for mid-volume service workflows.
Top Square Dinnerware for Commercial Foodservice
This well-crafted dinner plate supports moderate throughput in restaurant kitchens and catering environments, with reliable vitrified porcelain construction. Libbey DRI-20-C is built for durability, offering a uniform 10-1/2-inch diameter that suits diverse menu presentation styles, ideal for mid-volume foodservice operations requiring consistent product quality and ease of handling.
- Operation Type — Moderate-volume restaurants and catering services
- Kitchen Type — Compact commercial kitchens and banquet facilities
- Foodservice Category — Casual to fine dining dinnerware
- Workload Qualifier — Designed for high-frequency dishwashing and reuse
- Use Case — Serving a variety of entrees and side dishes in busy environments
Why Choose Libbey DRI-20-C Plate for Commercial Dinnerware?
Libbey’s DRI-20-C Plate stands out among commercial dinnerware options due to its fully vitrified porcelain construction, precise sizing, and resistance to thermal and mechanical stresses. Its flat, durable surface simplifies cleaning and enhances presentation quality, contributing to efficient service and prolonged product lifespan. Compared to competitor models, it offers a balanced combination of robustness, ease of maintenance, and consistent style, supporting operational excellence in diverse foodservice settings.
- Self-contained design optimized for fast-paced foodservice workflows
- Chewable and impact-resistant porcelain ensures longevity and safety
- Compact footprint facilitates stacking and storage efficiency
- Uniform sizing supports seamless integration into various meal service configurations
- High resistance to staining and thermal shocks extends service life
