The Steelite 17100191 Round Earred Dish, classified as a high-performance Au Gratin Dish in the china dinnerware category, is engineered for professional foodservice environments. Made from alumina vitrified china, this 6.5 oz dish measures 5.75 inches in diameter with a height of 1.62 inches, providing durability and resistance to thermal and mechanical stress. Its blue Dapple finish enhances presentation quality while withstanding rigorous cleaning routines typical in commercial kitchens. This product's design prioritizes long-lasting performance, making it suitable for serving appetizers, side dishes, and gourmet entrées in busy hospitality settings.
Top Steelite 17100191 Features
The Steelite 17100191 earred dish offers precise capacity, durable alumina vitrified construction, and a seamless ergonomic design tailored for high-volume foodservice. Its resistant finish ensures easy cleaning and sustained aesthetic appeal, supporting efficient workflow in restaurant, catering, and institutional kitchens. Suitable for everyday heavy use, it integrates effortlessly into existing serviceware and prep stations, reducing replacement costs and downtime.
- Capacity: 6.5 oz for portion control and presentation
- Material grade: Alumina vitrified china for superior durability
- Ease-of-use: Rounded ear handles facilitate secure handling
- Application fit: Ideal for buffet lines or plated service in hospitality
- Workflow benefit: Stackable design supports space-efficient storage in busy kitchens
Suitable for professional catering, restaurant plating, or institutional use where durability and presentation matter.
Steelite 17100191 Technical Specs
This alumina vitrified china dish features a rounded shape with a 5.75-inch diameter and a height of 1.62 inches, weighing approximately 23.37 pounds per case of four. Its construction ensures high resistance to thermal shock, with a maximum operational temperature beyond typical hot holding needs. The product is finished in a blue Dapple glaze, providing an elegant aesthetic aligned with upscale service environments. Designed for commercial use, it withstands intensive cleaning procedures without loss of integrity, and its size and weight support stable stacking and handling. The dish is non-insulated and is part of Steelite’s comprehensive line of durable, restaurant-ready dinnerware.
- Dimensions: 5.75" diameter, 1.62" height
- Material: Alumina vitrified ceramic
- Weight: 23.37 lbs per case of 4 units
- Color: Blue Dapple finish
- Operating range: High thermal shock resistance up to typical hot service temperatures
- Cleaning compatibility: Dishwasher and commercial warewasher safe
What is a commercial Au Gratin Dish?
A commercial Au Gratin Dish is a specialized servingware designed for high-capacity hospitality environments, constructed from durable alumina vitrified china. These dishes, like the Steelite 17100191, are engineered for frequent use, offering high heat resistance and ease of maintenance for serving baked or gratinated dishes. They are typically installed in professional kitchens and buffet lines, supporting rapid service and presentation consistency, making them ideal for restaurant, catering, and institutional foodservice settings focused on high-volume throughput and presentation quality.
Top Au Gratin Dishes for Foodservice Settings
Heavy-duty, high-capacity alumina vitrified china like the Steelite 17100191 are built for reliability and presentation in professional kitchens. Designed for medium throughput operations, they are essential in restaurant and catering environments where durable dinnerware enhances service efficiency and food presentation.
- Operation type — suitable for moderate- to high-volume catering
- Kitchen setting — ideal for busy restaurant service areas
- Foodservice category — suited for baked, gratinated, or entrée dishes
- Workload qualifier — supports consistent daily use with minimal replacement
- Use case — enhances plating and presentation in institutional dining
Why Choose Steelite 17100191?
Compared to standard ceramic options, the Steelite 17100191 earred dish offers enhanced durability, thermal shock resistance, and a refined blue Dapple finish, making it a superior choice for demanding commercial kitchens. Its alumina vitrified composition ensures longevity under frequent use, and the ergonomic ear handles improve handling efficiency in fast-paced service environments. Additionally, its sleek yet robust design supports streamlined workflow and reduces decorative damage.
- Self-contained design: simplifies stacking and storage
- Chewable ice compatibility: not applicable, but features durable material
- Compact footprint: space-efficient for busy serving lines
- Restaurant-ready durability: withstands thermal and mechanical stress
- Enhanced presentation: attractive glaze maintains appearance over time
