Hot Food Packaging
Wholesale Hot Food Packaging for Takeaway & Delivery
Hot food packaging needs to do more than hold a meal. It must keep food hot and protect your presentation. It also needs to reduce leaks during delivery and handle steam well. At Supply Express, our hot food packaging range is built for fast-paced foodservice. We reliably supply takeaways, restaurants, cafés, and caterers. Food trucks and delivery kitchens across the UK also trust our products.
You can choose from cardboard, aluminium foil, or microwavable containers. We also offer compostable alternatives depending on your menu. Do you serve curries, pasta, or grilled foods? We also have great options for fried items, rice dishes, and pizza. You will find durable packaging that performs well from the kitchen to the customer.
Choose the Right Packaging for Your Hot Menu
Different hot foods need different packaging. Saucy dishes require leak-resistant containers. Crisp foods need better ventilation. Caterers often need maximum heat retention for transport. This is why we offer a mix of materials and formats. You can easily match the packaging to the way your food is cooked and packed.
| Packaging Type | Best Used For | Key Material Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Cardboard Food Containers | Pasta, rice dishes, curries, and street food. | Lightweight, easily recyclable, and offers solid insulation for takeaway delivery. |
| Compostable Bagasse Disposables | Eco-conscious menus, hot street food, and takeaway meals. | Made from sugarcane pulp. A great sustainable, plastic-free option for hot foods. |
| Microwavable Containers | Reheatable meals, meal prep, and hot liquid-heavy dishes. | Designed for secure closures, leak resistance, and customer reheating convenience. |
| Aluminium Foil Containers & Trays | Grilled items, baked dishes, oven-finished foods, and catering. | Provides excellent heat retention and high-heat performance for long-distance transport. |
| Eco-Friendly Pizza Boxes | Takeaway pizzas, garlic breads, and delivery collections. | Balances structural strength with airflow to reduce condensation and keep crusts crisp. |
| Disposable Plates & Platters | Events, buffets, catering setups, and street food counters. | Provides speed, convenience, and easy clean-up without compromising on food presentation. |
Built for Takeaway, Delivery, and Catering
This category meets real-world foodservice needs. We focus on heat retention, leak resistance, stackability, and packing speed. Packaging consistency matters heavily if you run delivery during peak hours. Using the right container helps reduce spills. It protects your brand reputation. It also improves the customer experience from the first opening to the final bite.
Wholesale Supply for UK Food Businesses
We supply all products in this category in bulk quantities. This supports busy commercial kitchens and growing food businesses. You may need hot meal containers for daily takeaway orders. You might need larger volume pallets for catering and events. Supply Express can help you build a packaging setup that fits your operation perfectly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What packaging is best for hot takeaway food?
The best option depends on your specific menu. Cardboard and bagasse containers work well for standard hot meals. Foil trays offer maximum heat retention for baked dishes. Microwavable containers are the best choice for reheatable meal prep.
Is this hot food packaging suitable for delivery?
Yes. We select the packaging in this category to perform well for takeaway and delivery. These containers help maintain temperature and reduce leaks during transit.
Do you offer eco-friendly hot food packaging?
Yes, we offer a great sustainable range. You can choose from recyclable cardboard containers, compostable bagasse packaging, and eco-friendly pizza boxes. It depends entirely on what suits your food style.
Can hot food containers be used for reheating?
Many options are safe for reheating. This includes our microwavable plastic containers and our foil trays. Always check the individual product specifications on the page for correct usage.
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Sabert Rectangular Container PP Lids PUL51601PP (150 Lids)
Sabert
£33.60 Inc. VAT£28.00 Ex. VATSabert PP LID For Rectangular Pulp Container PUL51601PP (PACK OF 150)Home compostable food packaging Made from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product) Microwavable and leakproof Durable, high quality performance Designed specifically...£33.60 Inc. VAT£28.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert PP 3 compartments lids for Hot Food 3 Comp. Pulp Container PUL51903PP ( 150 Pcs)
Sabert
£48.60 Inc. VAT£40.50 Ex. VATSabert PP 3 compartments lids for Hot Food 3 Comp. Large Square Pulp Container PUL51901F300PP (a pack of 150) This 3 compartments lid for hot and cold food . when you use this lids your 3 sides food never mix together. Sabert's compostable...£48.60 Inc. VAT£40.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Rpet lids for cold Food 3 Comp. Pulp Container PUL51901 (300 Lids)
Sabert
£87.00 Inc. VAT£72.50 Ex. VATSabert Rpet lids for cold Food 3 Comp. Large Square Pulp Container PUL51901 (a pack of 300) Dimensions 23 x 23 cm Sabert Rpet lids PUL51901Sabert's compostable platters provide an eco-conscious option for event catering. Most food platters are...£87.00 Inc. VAT£72.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert RPET LID For Round Bowl PUL51616D500, 500ml (500 Pcs)
Sabert
£89.40 Inc. VAT£74.50 Ex. VATSabert RPET LID For Round Pulp Bowl PUL51616D500 ,500 ml (Pack of 500) Dimensions : Ø16 cm Material rPETHome compostable food packaging Made from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product) Microwavable and leakproof ...£89.40 Inc. VAT£74.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert PP LID For Round Pulp Bowl PUL51616PP (500 Lids)
Sabert
£88.80 Inc. VAT£74.00 Ex. VATPP Lid for Sabert Round Pulp Bowls (Pack of 500) In stock. The Sabert PP Lid PUL51616PP is designed to pair with compatible round pulp bowls, helping you cover food securely for takeaway, delivery and chilled storage. It supports cleaner handling during...£88.80 Inc. VAT£74.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Pulp Lid for Wide Round Bowl Ø21cm PUL52932PUL (Pack of 300)
Sabert
£59.88 Inc. VAT£49.90 Ex. VATCompostable Bagasse Pulp Lid for Wide Round Bowls (Ø21cm) In stock. Close your wide round pulp bowls securely with the Sabert Pulp Lid Ø21cm (PUL52932PUL). Made from plant-based pulp (bagasse), this plastic-free lid helps you keep meals...£59.88 Inc. VAT£49.90 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Flat RPET LID For Wide Round Bowl PUL51932N (150 Lids)
Sabert
£33.60 Inc. VAT£28.00 Ex. VATClear Flat rPET Lid for Wide Round Pulp Bowls (Ø21cm) In stock. The Sabert Flat rPET Lid Ø21cm (PUL51932N) is designed to fit compatible wide round pulp bowls, helping you close meals securely for takeaway, delivery and chilled storage. The...£33.60 Inc. VAT£28.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert PP Lids for Buddha Round Pulp Bowl PUL52032PP (Pack of 300)
Sabert
£47.28 Inc. VAT£39.40 Ex. VATPP Lids for Sabert Buddha Round Pulp Bowls (PUL52032PP) In stock. The Sabert PP Lid PUL52032PP is designed to fit the Sabert Buddha round pulp bowl range, helping you cover meals securely for takeaway, delivery and chilled storage. The fitted snap-on...£47.28 Inc. VAT£39.40 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Domed RPET LID for Wide Round Bowls PUL52932 (Pack of 150)
Sabert
£33.60 Inc. VAT£28.00 Ex. VATAnti-Fog Domed rPET Lid for BePulp Round Bowls (Ø21cm) In stock. The Sabert rPET Domed Lid for Round Bowl Ø21cm (PUL52932) is a high-clarity lid designed to fit compatible BePulp wide round bowls. The domed profile helps protect food during...£33.60 Inc. VAT£28.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Pulp Lids for Buddha Round Pulp Bowl PUL52032PUL (300 Pack)
Sabert
£50.28 Inc. VAT£41.90 Ex. VATCompostable Pulp Lids for Sabert Buddha Round Bowls (PUL52032PUL) In stock. The Sabert Pulp Lids PUL52032PUL are designed to pair with Sabert Buddha round pulp bowls, helping you close meals securely for takeaway, delivery and food-to-go service. Made...£50.28 Inc. VAT£41.90 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Lids PAP54012 for Square bowl 350 / 500ml - 300 Pcs
Sabert
£39.00 Inc. VAT£32.50 Ex. VATSabert rPET Clear Lids for Square Kraft Recyclable Food Bowls PAP54012 (Pack of 300) Keep chilled meals secure and beautifully presented with Sabert PAP54012 high-clarity rPET lids. These clear, anti-fog lids fit Sabert kraft square bowls. They work with...£39.00 Inc. VAT£32.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Pagoda Rect. rPET Lid [DOM51622] (Pack of 300)
Sabert
£72.00 Inc. VAT£60.00 Ex. VATSabert 750ML PULP Rectangular PAGODA lIDS just LIDS(a pack of 300)Sabert's square trays are an eco-conscious option for food takeaway and delivery service. These Sabert lids are crafted from bagasse pulp, an agricultural byproduct. This anually renewable...£72.00 Inc. VAT£60.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Lids PAP54024 for Square bowl l000/750ml - 300 Pcs
Sabert
£55.20 Inc. VAT£46.00 Ex. VATIntroducing the Sabert Lids for Square Kraft recyclable food bowl l000 / 750ml PAP54024, the perfect addition to the Leakproof Containers category. Manufactured by the reputable Sabert brand, these lids are specifically designed to perfectly fit the...£55.20 Inc. VAT£46.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert DOMED LID for Med Rectangular Pulp Platter, DOM52314 (50 Lids)
Sabert
£36.60 Inc. VAT£30.50 Ex. VATClear Domed Lid for Medium Rectangular Sabert Pulp Platters (80mm High) In stock. The Sabert DOM52314 domed lid is designed to fit compatible medium rectangular pulp platters, helping you protect and present food professionally for catering, buffets,...£36.60 Inc. VAT£30.50 Ex. VAT -
Sabert Lids for Large Rectangular Platter DOM52318 (50 Lids)
Sabert
£64.80 Inc. VAT£54.00 Ex. VATClear Domed Lid for Large Rectangular Sabert Pulp Platters In stock. The Sabert DOM52318 domed lid is designed to fit compatible large rectangular pulp platters, helping you protect and present food professionally for catering, buffets, events and...£64.80 Inc. VAT£54.00 Ex. VAT -
Sabert PP LID For Round 'Hot 2 Go' Pulp Bowl (Pack of 1000)
Sabert
£100.20 Inc. VAT£83.50 Ex. VATSabert PP LID For Round 'Hot 2 Go' Pulp Bowl [PUL51201F1000] (Pack of 1000)Home compostable food packagingMade from 100% sustainable bagasse (sugar cane waste product)Microwavable and leakproofDurable, high quality performanceDesigned specifically for...£100.20 Inc. VAT£83.50 Ex. VAT -
250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 90mm (3.5inch)
£1.80 Inc. VAT£1.50 Ex. VAT250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 90mm (3.5inch) Add a professional and elegant touch to your food presentation with these Swantex 90mm (3.5 inch) white paper round doilies. These round paper doilies improve the look of trays, cake stands,...£1.80 Inc. VAT£1.50 Ex. VAT -
250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 190mm (7.5inch)
£4.79 Inc. VAT£3.99 Ex. VAT250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 190mm (7.5inch) Add a professional and elegant touch to your food presentation with these Swantex 190mm (7.5 inch) white paper round doilies. These round paper doilies improve the look of trays, cake stands,...£4.79 Inc. VAT£3.99 Ex. VAT -
250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 165mm (6.5inch)
£3.83 Inc. VAT£3.19 Ex. VAT250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 165mm (6.5inch) Add a professional and elegant touch to your food presentation with these Swantex 165mm (6.5 inch) white paper round doilies. These round paper doilies improve the look of trays, cake stands,...£3.83 Inc. VAT£3.19 Ex. VAT -
250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 140mm (5.5inch)
£2.76 Inc. VAT£2.30 Ex. VAT250X Swantex Paper Round Doyley White - 140mm (5.5inch) Add a professional and elegant touch to your food presentation with these Swantex 400mm (5.5 inch) white paper round doilies. These round paper doilies improve the look of trays, cake stands,...£2.76 Inc. VAT£2.30 Ex. VAT