Custom Paper Food Trays

Custom Paper Food Trays for Restaurants, Food Trucks, and Events

A plain white tray that is blank is thrown away and forgotten after the food is finished. A branded paper food tray stays in mind, especially when it is practical enough to make the whole experience convenient for the customer. It shows up in photos, sits on tables in view of other diners, and tells people where the food came from. Custom-printed paper food trays give you that visibility, and ordering them in bulk gives you an edge because you have already stocked them. We manufacture disposable paper food trays for almost every setting and food item that can be served on a plate. Heavy BBQ, steaming fries, and a dessert all need different boards, coatings, and shapes, and we will help you choose the right one. 

Custom Kraft Paper Food Trays for Burgers and Heavy Meals

When a tray holds a burger, fries, and a drink-side, a thin board folds the moment someone picks it up from one end. Custom kraft paper food trays with an appropriate thickness range do not do that and hold the load until the meal is finished. 

Their natural brown look also suits smash-burger spots, smokehouses, and places where you want to highlight organically made food. For catering platters, BBQ by the pound or trays that carry several items at once, E-flute or F-flute corrugated boxes add real strength, yet they are still light enough to stack and carry.

Compartment Meal Trays with 2, 3, or 4 Sections

Food packaging boxes need considerations when and how they will be used and the food they are carrying. From its materials to other details, all of it requires careful planning, and we are here to help. Divided trays stop sauces from running into fries and keep salads away from hot food. They are usually used for

• Combo meals and kids' meals

• School and corporate catering

• Meal-prep services and portion-controlled menus

We can size each compartment around your actual portions. The small section fits your dip cup, and the large one fits a full main. These compartments will look like a part of the paper trays and not something extra. 

Custom Printed Paper Food Trays with Lid

Open trays are ideal for eating on the spot, but takeaway and delivery orders need a cover. Lidded trays keep food warm, stop toppings from sliding off in a delivery bag, and let orders stack without crushing each other. You can choose from:

• Hinged, attached lids: fold over and tuck shut, clamshell boxes for burgers, wraps, and snack boxes.

• Separate fitted lids: sit snugly on top of meal and catering trays.

• Window lids: let customers and staff check the order without opening it.

Custom printed paper food trays with lids give you a second, flat print surface, which is ideal for a large logo, a thank-you message, or a QR code to reorder.

Paper Food Tray Sizes and Dimensions

Custom paper food trays for snacks are usually numbered by how much they hold, which makes reordering quick for kitchen staff. Dimensions are measured across the top, then the height.

Paper trays for food vary slightly in size. These are some approximate measurements for the most common sizes. However, we work on custom-made packaging solutions. Share your requirements, and we will help you get the best possible results. 

Which Materials Suit Your Food?

Grease-Resistant, PE-Coated, or PFAS-Free: Choosing a Coating

The greaseproof papers or coatings decide whether a tray still looks good after ten minutes with hot food on it.

• Grease-resistant coating: stops oil from showing through on fries, fried chicken, and pastries.

• Aqueous (water-based) barrier: resists grease and moisture without a plastic layer. It's a good middle ground for most menus.

• PFAS-free barrier: for businesses in areas that restrict PFAS in food packaging or brands that want to avoid them entirely.

• PE coating: the strongest protection for very saucy or wet food. It's harder to recycle or compost, though.

For a light snack, an aqueous barrier is often enough. Saucy wings or chili fries may need something heavier. We'll point you to the lightest option that keeps your food contained.

Custom Paper Food Trays with Logo Printing

We print in full-color CMYK, and we can match your exact brand colors with Pantone inks, so your trays can work as a complete set with cups and other cutlery or custom packaging boxes. Popular layouts that most of our customers choose include:

• A logo on each side wall, so it shows from every angle on the table

• A classic red or black checkered pattern with your logo in a panel

• Website, QR code, or social handle on the base, revealed when the food is finished

Personalized paper food trays also work well for occasions or expos such as weddings, festivals, sports seasons, grand openings, and menu launches. You can keep the same tray and swap in new artwork for each event.

Need Your Customized Paper Trays Flat-Packed or Ready to Fill?

Storage space is tight in most kitchens and food trucks, so choose the delivery format that fits your prep area. At HOF Pack, we offer you every option that works well for your business. 

You can order pre-formed trays that are stacked and delivered to your doorstep. Additionally, your paper trays for food can also be flat-packed and then folded into shape in seconds. 

These trays have seams, scores, and perforations that make them easy to assemble within no time. 

Keep unused trays in a cool, dry place away from steam and sinks so the board stays crisp and ready to use.

Can Our Paper Food Trays Go in the Microwave or Oven?

Paper food trays are made for serving hot and cold food, not for cooking. Uncoated and aqueous-coated trays can usually handle a short warm-up. PE-coated trays and trays with heavy print coverage shouldn't be microwaved for long. 

None of our trays are designed for oven use. If your menu involves reheating food in the tray, let us know and we'll suggest a board and coating to test with your free sample.

Disposable Paper Food Trays That Are Easier on the Planet

Disposable paper food trays are one of the simplest upgrades from foam and plastic. We offer kraft boxes, compostable options, and plastic-free, PFAS-free coatings.

It's worth knowing that trays heavily coated with grease are usually rejected by recycling programs. For oily food, compostable trays are often the more practical eco-friendly choice. Local rules on "compostable" and "recyclable" labels vary, so check what applies where you sell before printing those claims.

Bulk Pricing for Custom Food Trays

With a low MOQ, we offer you wholesale food trays so that you can buy them in bulk. Moreover. You can get benefits from our customer-friendly services and get your custom food trays delivered right at your doorstep.

• Free design consultancy 

• Free shipping 

• Wholesale prices 

• Premium quality food trays 

• HD printing results