Premium 18/10 Cutlery

Premium 18/10 Cutlery for Restaurants and Hotels

Premium 18/10 cutlery feels different the moment you hold it. A bit heavier. Smoother. It sits nicely in the hand, which matters more than people admit.

These pieces are for dining rooms where you want things to look settled and feel consistent. The finish lasts longer, too, though that depends on how you wash and dry your stock.

Some venues move to 18/10 after trying lighter sets. Others start with it. Hard to say which is better. It comes down to how your guests react and how your team handle the pieces during service.

What You’ll Find Here

The ranges cover knives, forks, spoons and the usual smaller pieces. Each pattern has its own balance. Some work well for quiet restaurants. Others suit places with heavier table turnover.

You get a steadier grip because of the extra nickel in the steel. Makes a small difference, but you feel it over a long shift.

Most items stack neatly. A few patterns take more space, though they still clean well. If you’re replacing an older set, it’s worth comparing one or two pieces side by side.

It helps you see the weight shift and how they sit in a rack. I’ve seen buyers surprised by how different two similar-looking forks can feel.

Occasionally, venues mix 18/10 knives with simpler forks or spoons. It isn’t ideal, but it happens when budgets tighten. As long as the shapes don’t clash, most guests won’t notice.

A Note from Service

“We swapped to a heavier fork last season. The old ones felt too light. The new set changed the feel of the table straight away. Staff seemed to like them more than guests, to be honest.”

Related Cutlery Categories

• Economy 18/0 Cutlery →
  Good for canteens, staff meals, or anywhere stock goes missing often.
• Steak and Laguiole Knives →
  Often paired with premium sets when the menu includes grills.
• Tasting Spoons and Forks →
  Useful for canapés, buffets and sample portions.
• Cutlery Storage →
  Helps keep premium sets separated so they don’t mix with lighter lines.

Articles You Might Want to Read

• Restaurant Tableware Guide →
  Clear enough if you’re matching cutlery to plates or glassware.
• Wholesale vs Retail Tableware →
  Helpful when you’re weighing bulk orders against slow replacements.
• Common Tableware Mistakes →
  Talks about drying, stacking and handling habits that affect cutlery life.

If You’re Reviewing Other Parts of the Table

You can go back to the full cutlery category here. Or view everything in one place, including plates and crockery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does 18/10 last longer than 18/0?
A: Usually, yes. The finish stays cleaner when handled well.

Q: Is it dishwasher safe?
A: Yes. Drying properly avoids marks.

Q: Can I buy single pieces?
A: Yes. You can top up without buying full sets.

Q: Do all 18/10 ranges weigh the same?
A: No. Some patterns feel heavier even if the spec looks similar.

Published by Ascot Wholesale, a supplier to the UK hospitality trade since 1995.