Cardboard Food Containers & paper food Boxes
Cardboard Food Containers & Paper Food Boxes for Takeaway
You need packaging that travels well, protects presentation, and keeps food secure from kitchen to customer. Our cardboard food containers and paper food boxes are made for takeaway, delivery and catering, with strong kraft board construction and leak-resistant performance for busy foodservice environments.
Whether you pack pasta, curries, rice dishes, salads, burgers or desserts, you can choose reliable cardboard meal boxes that look professional and help your food arrive in great condition.
Strong, Leak-Resistant Packaging for Hot & Cold Foods
These cardboard takeaway containers are designed to handle everyday foodservice demands. You get sturdy packaging that stays firm during transport, stacks neatly for storage, and supports efficient service during peak hours.
- Leak-resistant support: Helps reduce spills during delivery and takeaway service.
- Hot and cold ready: Suitable for hot meals, chilled portions, salads and desserts.
- Strong and stackable: Space-saving for storage and reliable during transport.
Eco-Friendly Options: Recyclable Cardboard & Compostable Alternatives
Cardboard food packaging is a popular choice if you want a practical alternative to plastic. Many paper-based formats can be recycled depending on local guidelines and food residue.
If you want a compostable, plastic-free alternative for your packaging range, explore our bagasse disposables. Bagasse containers are made from sugarcane pulp and are ideal when you want a more eco-led packaging choice without sacrificing strength.
Types of Cardboard Takeaway Food Boxes Available
Choose from multiple styles and sizes to match your menu and portion needs, including:
- Rectangular meal boxes for hot mains and combo meals
- Burger clamshell boxes for fast food and street food
- Windowed sandwich boxes for display and grab-and-go
- Leak-resistant salad boxes for cold meals and deli portions
- Tab-closure takeaway boxes for secure, efficient packing
If you also sell reheatable meals or meal prep portions, pair cardboard options with our microwavable food containers for packaging that supports convenient reheating.
Foil Containers for High Heat & Maximum Heat Retention
For foods that need extra heat retention or oven-ready formats, many businesses use foil alongside cardboard. Explore our aluminium foil containers and trays for hot meals, baked dishes and catering portions.
Why You’ll Choose These Cardboard Takeaway Boxes
- Made for foodservice: Practical for takeaways, cafés, restaurants and caterers.
- Reliable during delivery: Strong structure and secure formats for transport.
- Menu flexibility: Works across hot mains, cold meals and dessert portions.
- Bulk supply: Wholesale pack sizes to support busy service.
- Brand-friendly presentation: Clean look that improves food presentation.
Branded Food Boxes to Promote Your Business
If you want packaging that supports your brand, custom printed cardboard takeaway boxes can help your food stand out. A well-presented meal box improves the unboxing experience and helps build repeat recognition with every order.
If you sell pizza for delivery or collection, explore our eco-friendly pizza boxes for strong takeaway packaging designed specifically for pizza service.
Perfect for Takeaway, Delivery & Catering
- Takeaways and fast-food outlets
- Restaurants and cafés
- Food trucks and street vendors
- Sandwich shops and salad bars
- Meal prep businesses
- Caterers, events and outdoor service
Related Packaging Options
- Microwavable Food Containers – ideal for reheatable meals and convenient food storage.
- Aluminium Foil Containers – great for high heat, oven-ready dishes and maximum heat retention.
- Bagasse & Pulp Containers – compostable packaging made from sugarcane pulp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these cardboard food containers suitable for hot meals?
Yes. Cardboard meal boxes are commonly used for hot food such as curries, pasta and rice dishes. Choose the format that best suits your menu and portion size.
Can I use these boxes for cold food like salads or sandwiches?
Yes. These containers are suitable for both hot and cold foods, including salads, sandwiches and chilled meal portions.
Are cardboard takeaway boxes compostable or recyclable?
Many cardboard formats can be recycled depending on local guidelines and food residue. If you need compostable alternatives, consider our bagasse containers.
Do you offer custom branding for cardboard food boxes?
Yes. Branded takeaway packaging can be produced for many cardboard formats. If you want printed options, choose a style that suits your menu and packaging needs.
Can I order in bulk for my restaurant or takeaway?
Yes. These products are supplied in wholesale pack sizes, so you can stock up efficiently for daily service.
How fast is delivery?
Yes—orders placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off qualify for next working day delivery (weekends and bank holidays excluded).
Order Cardboard Food Containers in Bulk
Upgrade your takeaway packaging with strong cardboard food containers designed for busy foodservice. Order in bulk for cost-effective stock and reliable service.
Browse our full takeaway packaging range to find cardboard, foil, compostable and microwavable options that match your menu.
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Sabert Round Pulp Bowl PUL46016, 500ml (Pack of 500)
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£88.20 Inc. VAT£73.50 Ex. VATSabert Round Pulp Bowl PUL46016, 500ml (Pack of 500) Dimensions Ø15x6 cm Home compostable food packaging Made from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product) Microwavable and leakproof Durable, high quality performance Designed...£88.20 Inc. VAT£73.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Buddha Round Pulp Bowl PUL12020 / 600ml - Pack of 300
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£59.88 Inc. VAT£49.90 Ex. VATSabert Buddha Round Pulp Bowl PUL12020 / 600ml (a pack of 300)Dimensions: top 17cm diameter Highly 5 cmThe Sabert Buddha Round Pulp Bowl [PUL12020] 600ml (Pack of 300)offers a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for food packaging. These compostable...£59.88 Inc. VAT£49.90 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Buddha 750ml Round Pulp Bowl PUL12024 - Pack of 300
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£64.80 Inc. VAT£54.00 Ex. VATSabert Buddha Round Pulp Bowl PUL12024 / 750m (a pack of 300) Dimensions: top 17cm diameter Highyt 7 cm Sabert Buddha Round 750ml Pulp Bowl [PUL12024] is an eco-friendly and compostable solution for food packaging, perfect for serving salads,...£64.80 Inc. VAT£54.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Buddha Round 1000ml Pulp Bowl PUL12032 - Pack of 300
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£66.00 Inc. VAT£55.00 Ex. VATSabert Buddha Round Pulp Bowl PUL12032 / 1000m (a pack of 300)Dimensions: top 17cm diameter Height 8 cmThe Sabert Buddha Round 1000ml Pulp Bowl [PUL12032] (Pack of 300) offers an environmentally friendly solution for food packaging. Made from compostable...£66.00 Inc. VAT£55.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert 375ml Microwavable Square Bowl PUL15012 (Pack of 500)
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£67.80 Inc. VAT£56.50 Ex. VATSabert 375ml Microwavable Square Bowl PUL15012 (Pack of 500)Dimension 13 x 13 x 5 cmHome compostable food packaging Made from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product) Microwavable and leakproof Durable, high quality performance Designed...£67.80 Inc. VAT£56.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert 500ml Microwavable Square Bowl PUL15016 (Pack of 500)
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£80.40 Inc. VAT£67.00 Ex. VATSabert 500ml Microwavable Square Bowl PUL15016 Dimension 13 x 13 x 6cm The Sabert 500ml Microwavable Square Bowl [PUL15016] offers an eco-friendly and practical solution for food packaging, perfect for both hot and cold meals. Designed with...£80.40 Inc. VAT£67.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Square 500ml Pulp Bowl PUL14116 - Pack of 300
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£48.24 Inc. VAT£40.20 Ex. VATSabert Square Pulp Bowl PUL14116 ,500ml (Pack of 300) Dimensions 17x17x3 cm The Sabert Square 500ml Pulp Bowl [PUL14116] is an environmentally friendly food packaging solution, perfect for takeaways, catering, and meal deliveries. Made from...£48.24 Inc. VAT£40.20 Ex. VAT -
Sabert PET Lid For Catering Bowl 4.5L [PUL512240F025] Pack of 25
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£29.40 Inc. VAT£24.50 Ex. VATSabert PET Lid For Catering Bowl 4.5L [PUL512240F025] Pack of 25 Name PET Lids for Catering bowl 4500ml Product code PUL512240F025 Dimensions 280x280x12mm These clear PET lids are specifically designed to fit Sabert Square Catering Pulp Bowls,...£29.40 Inc. VAT£24.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert PET Lid For Catering Bowl 2.25L&3.5L [PUL512080F050] - Pack of 50
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£30.00 Inc. VAT£25.00 Ex. VATSabert PET Lid For Catering Bowl 2.25L&3.5L [PUL512080F050] - Pack of 50 Name PET Lids for Catering bowl 2250ml and 3500ml Product code PUL512080F050 Dimensions 280x280x12mm These clear PET lids are specifically designed to fit Sabert...£30.00 Inc. VAT£25.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Square Pulp Catering Bowl 4500ml [PUL42141600]- Pack of 25
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£36.00 Inc. VAT£30.00 Ex. VATSabert Square Pulp Catering Bowl 4500ml [PUL42141600]- Pack of 25 Name Catering bowl 4500ml 35.8x35.8cm Product code [PUL42141600] Dimensions 35.8x35.8x72mm Capacity 4500ml / 4.5L Sabert Square Pulp Catering Bowls are a sustainable, high-capacity...£36.00 Inc. VAT£30.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Square Pulp Catering Bowl 3500ml [PUL42111200]- Pack of 50
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£34.80 Inc. VAT£29.00 Ex. VATSabert Square Pulp Catering Bowl 3500ml [PUL42111200]- Pack of 50 Name Catering bowl 3500ml 27x27cm Product code PUL42111200 Dimensions 273x273x94 mm Capacity 3500ml / 3.5L Sabert Square Pulp Catering Bowls are a sustainable, high-capacity food...£34.80 Inc. VAT£29.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Square Pulp Catering Bowl 2250ml [PUL42110800]- Pack of 50
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£25.20 Inc. VAT£21.00 Ex. VATSabert Square Pulp Catering Bowl 2250ml [PUL42110800]- Pack of 50 Name Catering bowl 2250ml 27x27cm Product code PUL42110800 Dimensions 273x273x67 mm Capacity 2250ml Sabert Square Pulp Catering Bowls are a sustainable, high-capacity food...£25.20 Inc. VAT£21.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Square Pulp Bowl 750ml PUL14124 - Pack of 300
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£58.20 Inc. VAT£48.50 Ex. VATSabert Square Pulp Bowl PUL14124 ,750ml (Pack of 300) Dimensions; 17x17x5.2cm The Sabert Square Pulp Bowl 750ml [PUL14124] is an eco-friendly and compostable packaging option designed for takeaways, catering, and meal delivery services. Made from...£58.20 Inc. VAT£48.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert 1000ml Square Pulp Bowl PUL14132 - Pack of 300
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£65.16 Inc. VAT£54.30 Ex. VATSabert 1000ml Square Pulp Bowl PUL14132 - Pack of 300 Dimensions 17 x 17 x 7 cm The Sabert Square Pulp Bowl PUL14132, 1000ml is a sustainable, eco-friendly packaging solution designed for takeaways, catering, and meal deliveries. Made from...£65.16 Inc. VAT£54.30 Ex. VAT -
Sabert PUL54124 PP LID For Square Pulp Bowl (Pack of 300)
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£64.08 Inc. VAT£53.40 Ex. VATSabert PUL54124 PP LID For Square Pulp Bowl (Pack of 300) Dimensions 17 x17 cm Home compostable food packaging Made from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product) Microwavable and leakproof Durable, high quality performance Designed...£64.08 Inc. VAT£53.40 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Pagoda Rect. Pulp Tray [PUL1622024] 750ml (300 trays)
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£75.60 Inc. VAT£63.00 Ex. VATSabert Pagoda Rect. Pulp Tray PUL1622024 750ml - just Tray(a pack of 300)Dimensions : 6.1 x 8.4 x 1.3 inchesSabert's square trays are an eco-conscious option for food takeaway and delivery service. They are crafted from bagasse pulp, an agricultural...£75.60 Inc. VAT£63.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert 600ml Shallow Rectangular Pulp Container - 300 Pcs
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£53.99 Inc. VAT£44.99 Ex. VATSabert Rectangular Pulp Container PUL46120F300N (600ml) Shallow (a pack of 300) Dimensions 16 x 23 x 3 cm The Sabert 600ml Shallow Rectangular Pulp Container [PUL46120F300N] is a sustainable and compostable food packaging solution, perfect for catering...£53.99 Inc. VAT£44.99 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Rectangular 950ml Pulp Container PUL46130F300N (300 Pcs)
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£68.39 Inc. VAT£56.99 Ex. VATSabert Rectangular 950ml Pulp Container PUL46130F300N, 950ml (PACK OF 300)Home compostable food packagingMade from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product)Dimension 16 x 23 x 5 cmThe Sabert Rectangular 950ml Pulp Container [PUL46130F300N] is a...£68.39 Inc. VAT£56.99 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Rectangular Pulp Container PUL46136 (1050ml) (a pack of 300)
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Sabert Oval Eco Street Pulp Bowl PUL18021 [620ml] (300 Pcs)
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£54.00 Inc. VAT£45.00 Ex. VATSabert Oval Eco Street Pulp Bowl [PUL18021] [620ml] Just Bases (Pack of 300) Dimensions 19x 15 x 5 cm Home compostable food packaging Made from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product) Microwavable and leakproof Durable, high quality...£54.00 Inc. VAT£45.00 Ex. VAT