Yanco BM-506CL Birmingham Melamine 6-1/2" x 1-1/4" Deep Dish 12 Oz.

The Yanco BM-506CL Birmingham deep dish is a 12 oz. round melamine serving dish designed for busy foodservice and everyday dining. Measuring 6 1/2" in diameter x 1 1/4" deep, it delivers a compact, bowl-like profile that helps contain sauces and sides while staying lightweight for fast table turns. Finished in a modern clay and black two-tone, this break-resistant, scratch-resistant piece is built for high-traffic commercial dinnerware setups, catering, and patio service.

Durable Melamine Construction for Daily Service

Made from lightweight, impact-resistant melamine, this Birmingham collection dish stands up to repeated handling in restaurants, cafeterias, and buffets where chipped china and broken porcelain create avoidable replacement costs. The scratch-resistant surface helps maintain a clean presentation over time, making it a dependable choice for bulk dinnerware and wholesale tableware orders. Melamine is designed for serving hot or cold foods; to preserve the material, avoid direct heat sources (oven, broiler, stovetop) and microwave reheating.

• Material: Melamine (Birmingham collection)
• Durability: Break-resistant and scratch-resistant for commercial use
• Weight/feel: Lightweight for efficient service and easy handling
• Temperature use: Suitable for hot/cold service; not intended for cooking or microwave heating
• Dishwasher safe: Yes

Two-Tone Birmingham Look (Clay & Black)

The clay and black colorway adds an earthy, contemporary contrast that elevates casual dining and complements modern restaurant plating. Birmingham pieces are known for their subtle brushed texture that adds visual depth without overwhelming the food—ideal for everything from rustic comfort fare to clean, minimalist presentations. The deep-dish shape features a defined edge that helps keep liquids, dressings, and saucy components neatly contained during carry and service.

• Color: Clay and black (two-tone)
• Texture: Subtle brushed-look surface (Birmingham style)
• Shape: Round deep dish
• Finish: Smooth, service-friendly melamine surface designed for frequent use

Practical Specifications (Size & Capacity)

• Diameter: 6 1/2" (round)
• Depth/Height: 1 1/4"
• Capacity: 12 oz.
• Profile: Deep-dish design helps reduce spills and keeps portions contained

Usage & Applications

This 12 oz. melamine deep dish is sized for versatile, portioned service—especially where you want the look of elevated tableware with the durability of break-resistant melamine. Use it as a compact side dish, small pasta bowl, or hearty soup/chili server, and it also works well for shareable appetizers where sauces need extra depth.

• Soups, chowders, chili, and gumbo portions
• Side salads, grains, mac & cheese, roasted vegetables, and slaws
• Dips, queso, salsa flights, and saucy appetizers
• Buffet lines, catering, banquets, and indoor/outdoor patio service
• Space-conscious storage—deep-dish profile helps pieces nest neatly with similar items

Case Pack Information (Bulk / Wholesale)

• Pack size: 48 pieces per case (4 dozen)
• Brand: Yanco
• Collection: Birmingham
• Model: BM-506CL
• Case weight: Varies by distributor (request shipping specs if needed for freight planning)

Easy Care & Maintenance

• Dishwasher safe: Yes—ideal for fast turnaround in commercial kitchens
• Microwave/oven use: Not recommended for melamine; use for serving rather than reheating
• Cleaning tips: Use non-abrasive sponges to help preserve the scratch-resistant finish
• Stacking: Stack evenly; avoid forcing tight stacks to reduce surface scuffing during storage

Collection Compatibility

As part of the Yanco Birmingham melamine dinnerware line, this deep dish coordinates with other Birmingham pieces for a cohesive restaurant tableware set. Pair it with matching two-tone items for a uniform look, or mix it with solid black and neutral earth-tone commercial dinnerware to build a flexible, menu-ready service collection.