Mirror Trays
Mirrored trays provide a striking visual element to spice up serving displays and buffet presentations at upscale venues and catered events. By reflecting light, the mirrored surface illuminates your carefully prepared dishes from every angle, highlighting the color, texture, and artisanship of the most intricate plating choices. More
Round Mirror Trays: What You Need to Know
These trays give operators an extra dimension of visual interest to express their creativity and provide a centerpiece that brings out the artistic details of their dishes. Models are available in various shapes and styles, whether you want rectangular, oval, half-circle, or circular options to serve artisanal cheeses, hors d'oeuvres, sushi, or anything else you want to show off. Round mirror trays are popular as centerpieces for table settings, whether they're serving food or illuminating decorations, and creative operators can find many ways to utilize these unique pieces.
Common Questions About Mirrored Trays
What establishments can use mirrored serving trays?
Mirrored trays are a unique addition to serving displays best suited to upscale establishments. Typically found in fine dining restaurants, these trays are most beneficial to chefs wanting a way to serve food that complements the appearance of signature dishes. Fine dining caterers can also use these easily portable trays to enhance decor and add a touch of class to serving displays or buffets. Casual dining and fast-casual dining restaurants, however, typically won't have a place for these decorative trays in their line of service – though particularly creative operators might find a use for one.
In addition to serving applications, rectangular mirror trays fit well in displays of all kinds. Operators can showcase their specials on a silver or black mirror tray in a hotel or resort lobby or entrance, or they can be incorporated into seasonal displays that help set the mood inside a restaurant or retail store.
What are rimless trays?
Rimless mirrored trays have no edge to protrude above the mirrored surface, so they may be easier to clean than other trays because they have no ridge to catch water or food waste. The flat surface provides an unimpeded view of the display, improves access to shared appetizers and dishes, and eases storing and stacking.
Are mirrored trays dishwasher safe?
Many mirrored serving trays are dishwasher safe, but operators should verify the unit they're purchasing will withstand their venue's cleaning process. Any tray on which food will be served requires regulation-compliant sanitation, which can vary depending on the processes of an establishment. Check the product specification sheet for each tray before making a purchase to ensure you'll be able to clean it properly.
What materials are the trays made of?
The mirrored surface is typically made of shatter-resistant glass, providing a long life for your new serving piece as well as a vibrant reflection. Wood or plastic backing is available, depending on the individual piece, so consider which materials would best fit your existing decor and match your cleaning processes before purchase.