Yanco BM-4004CL Birmingham Melamine 4" x 1-1/4" Sauce Dish 4 Oz.

Yanco BM-4004CL Birmingham Melamine Sauce Dish (4 oz) adds durable, restaurant-ready function to any tabletop. This break-resistant melamine sauce dish measures 4" diameter x 1 1/4" deep and holds 4 oz, making it a smart choice for commercial dinnerware setups that need consistent portioning for dips, dressings, salsa, and condiments. The standout benefit is its scratch-resistant, dishwasher safe construction that’s designed for busy food service and catering environments.

Durable Melamine Construction

Made from melamine, this piece delivers the lightweight feel and everyday toughness operators want in restaurant dinnerware. It’s built to be break-resistant for better cost-per-use versus fragile china or porcelain in high-traffic settings. The smooth surface helps resist visible wear from repeated service and washing.

• Material: Melamine
• Durability features: Break-resistant, scratch resistant
• Temperature / equipment notes: Dishwasher safe; not recommended for microwave use (melamine dinnerware)

Design & Appearance

The Birmingham line styling pairs an earthy clay tone with bold black accents for a modern, contrast-forward presentation that suits contemporary dining rooms, pubs, and fast-casual concepts. Its compact round shape and slightly raised rim help keep sauces contained while creating a clean, intentional look on the plate.

• Color: Clay and black
• Finish: Smooth, easy-clean surface
• Style: Low-profile rim to help reduce spills and drips during service

Practical Specifications

• Diameter: 4"
• Depth: 1 1/4"
• Capacity: 4 oz
• Type: Sauce dish / condiment dish (ramekin alternative)

Usage & Applications

Designed for portion control and fast pickup, this sauce dish works especially well for house-made aioli, queso, soy sauce, chimichurri, syrup, butter, and sides like olives or pickles. Use it for plated entrées, appetizer boards, tasting flights, or buffet and catering lines where durable tableware matters. The lightweight melamine design also makes it a strong fit for outdoor patios and poolside service.

• Great for sauces, dips, dressings, condiments, and small sides
• Ideal for plated service, shareables, catering, and buffet lines
• Suitable for commercial food service and everyday residential use
• Stacking: Compact footprint supports efficient stacking and storage

Case Pack Information

• Pack size: 72 pieces per case (bulk dinnerware / wholesale-friendly)

Brand & Collection

Brand: Yanco
Collection: Birmingham (BM series)

Care Instructions

• Dishwasher safe: Yes (standard commercial or residential dishwasher cycles)
• Microwave use: Not recommended
• Cleaning tips: Use non-abrasive pads/cleaners to help preserve the finish and minimize surface marks
• Handling: Avoid high-heat cooking applications; allow dish to cool before washing after hot food service

Compatibility & Merchandising

Pair this sauce dish with other Yanco Birmingham melamine dinnerware to build a cohesive tabletop, or mix it with neutral plates and platters to add a clay-and-black accent that highlights condiments and small bites.