Porcelain Bowls

Bowls: Soup, Salad & Dessert Bowls

From everyday cereal bowls to decorative serving vessels, bowls are an essential part of our serveware, dinnerware and ceramic collections. Whether you’re looking to reinvigorate your kitchenware or select a festive design for holiday platters, we offer a wide range of bowls in a variety of materials.

Types of Bowls

• Dinner bowls: Serve main courses in style with an elegant dinnerware setting for gourmet soups and pasta dishes.
• Soup bowls: Select a cup or bowl-sized vessel for serving soup or a wide-lipped bowl for soups and chilis.
• Salad bowls: Present a colorful assortment of tossed, fresh greens for family and guests, paired with a complementary set of salad tongs.
• Dessert bowls: Ice cream, parfaits and crème brûlée served in a perfect dessert dish make a sweet ending to any meal.

Our global assortment of bowls come in a variety of designs and materials, including stoneware, porcelain, enameled wood and melamine, each presenting unique, personalized serving options.

What to Consider When Shopping for Bowls

• Size: Select a bowl that perfectly suits your serving purpose, including large salad bowls for dining table service, soup bowls that stack easily in your cupboard and decorative bowls for entertaining.
• Material: Ceramic is a popular dinnerware option, while glass and wood lend distinction to fruits and salads. Metal and plastic bowls are ideal for kitchen prep with easy cleanup.
• Design: Bowls are available in a variety of designs from rustic farmhouse stoneware to minimalist white porcelain.
• Purpose: Whether you have a large dinner party or you're serving a simple family meal, the bowls you choose should reflect their purpose and augment your style.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the most durable material for bowls?
  • If durability is a must, materials like melamine, stoneware, wood and metal are popular options.
• How do I select the right size bowl?
  • Large bowls make perfect dinnerware service for salads and family meals, while smaller bowls are ideal for soups, dinner salads and desserts. Small bowls are often designed to stack to fit easily in your cabinets, while some mixing bowls are made to nest inside each other.
• Are there any special care instructions for different types of bowls?
  • Some bowls are dishwasher safe while others require hand washing or special care depending on their size or material. Always be sure to read and follow any special care instructions that accompany the purchase of your bowls and serving vessels.