Serving Platters & Dishes for Hire

When planning a catered event certain details can be easily overlooked—serving platters being one of them. While attention often goes to glassware, crockery and cutlery, the way your food is presented can make just as strong an impression on your guests.

Serving platters do more than just hold food—they elevate it. A beautifully arranged platter can transform canapés, starters, or sharing dishes into a visual feast. Compared to basic trays or self-service stations, curated platters add a level of refinement and care to your food service that sets your event apart.

Whether you’re hosting a sophisticated wedding, a stylish corporate reception, or a relaxed garden party, we offer a vast array of serving platters to suit every theme and setting. From sleek black glass and perspex to rustic wood, elegant china, modern melamine and natural slate, our collection ensures you’ll find something that enhances your culinary presentation.

At Allens Hire, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, versatile options that help your catering team deliver excellence. Explore our range today and discover how the right serving platters can take your event to the next level.

Serving Platters – The Finishing Touch Your Event Needs

We offer an extensive range of serving platters and dishes to elevate any catered event, from weddings and banquets to corporate functions and private parties. Our collection encompasses various shapes, materials, and styles to suit diverse themes and presentation needs.

Variety of Shapes

Our selection includes traditional and contemporary shapes to enhance your food presentation:

• Round and Square Platters: Classic choices for versatile serving options.
• Oblong and Oval Dishes: Ideal for elongated presentations and sharing platters.
• Triangular and Tear Drop Plates: Unique shapes like the White Tear Drop Plate and Glass Tear Drop Plate add a modern flair to your table setting.

Diverse Materials

Our platters and dishes are available in a range of materials to match your event's aesthetic:

• China: Elegant and timeless, perfect for formal occasions.
• Melamine: Durable and lightweight, suitable for outdoor events.
• Glass: Sleek options like the Fram Glass Platter - Black and Zen Square Glass Platter - Black offer a contemporary look.
• Perspex: Modern and minimalist, the Perspex Canape Platter is ideal for showcasing canapés.
• Slate: The Small Black Slate platter provides a rustic and natural presentation surface.
• Wood: The Wooden Rustic Serving Platter adds warmth and texture to your display.

Specialty and Unusual Items

For events seeking distinctive serving options, we offer:

• Bento Boxes: The Bento Box is perfect for individual servings or themed presentations.
• Glass Domes: Combine the Small Glass Dome Base with the Small Glass Dome Top to elegantly display desserts or cheeses.
• Tapas Plates: Options like the Oblong White Tapas Plate and Rustic Blue Tapas Plate are ideal for sharing dishes.
• Serving Stands: Elevate your presentation with the Chrome Arched Stand, perfect for tiered displays.

Explore Our Full Range

Discover the complete collection of serving platters and dishes on our Canape Platters and Servers page. Whether you're aiming for a classic, rustic, or modern theme, Allens Hire has the perfect serving solutions to complement your event.

Contact us today to discuss your event requirements and let us help you create an unforgettable dining experience.