Whether in the take-away sector, for delivery services or in catering - the right packaging is crucial for getting food fresh, warm and safe to customers. Menu trays are a tried and tested solution for portioning meals practically and transporting them hygienically. Menu trays with lids are particularly popular because they close leak-proof and thus protect food optimally. Discover the wide variety of menu trays from Better-Pack here!

Aluminium tray, PP tray, cellulose menu tray – Our range
The demand for takeaway and delivery meals is constantly increasing. Customers expect their food to arrive warm, fresh and appetizing. Disposable meal trays are practical because they allow food to be portioned well and stored safely. There is a large selection of different meal trays on the market: There are both the classic aluminum tray and microwave-safe PP trays; there are also many sustainable alternatives available such as cellulose meal trays. Disposable meal trays are available from many suppliers both with and without lids. In addition, meal trays are available both undivided and in two or three parts. With the large selection from aluminum trays to biodegradable cellulose meal trays, it is easy to lose track!

We would therefore like to give you a brief overview of the disposable menu trays from Better-Pack. Our range includes the following trays:
- Aluminum trays : The classic aluminum tray is popular in the catering industry because it offers a high level of thermal insulation. Aluminum trays are ideal for warm dishes such as pasta or meat dishes. Aluminum trays are also oven-proof, meaning that food can be heated directly in the packaging.
- Plastic meal trays : These disposable meal trays are often made of PP (polypropylene) or PET and are suitable for both hot and cold dishes. PP meal trays are microwave safe, which makes them particularly attractive for delivery services and canteens.
- Sustainable disposable menu trays : In addition to the classic aluminum tray, we at Better-Pack also offer you environmentally friendly alternatives. First and foremost, our organic cellulose menu trays are worth mentioning. These menu trays are made from natural cellulose and are biodegradable, which makes the sturdy trays an excellent replacement for the less environmentally friendly aluminum tray.
Aluminium tray, PP tray, cellulose menu tray – Our range
The demand for takeaway and delivery meals is constantly increasing. Customers expect their food to arrive warm, fresh and appetizing. Disposable meal trays are practical because they allow food to be portioned well and stored safely. There is a large selection of different meal trays on the market: There are both the classic aluminum tray and microwave-safe PP trays; there are also many sustainable alternatives available such as cellulose meal trays. Disposable meal trays are available from many suppliers both with and without lids. In addition, meal trays are available both undivided and in two or three parts. With the large selection from aluminum trays to biodegradable cellulose meal trays, it is easy to lose track!
We would therefore like to give you a brief overview of the disposable menu trays from Better-Pack. Our range includes the following trays:
- Aluminum trays : The classic aluminum tray is popular in the catering industry because it offers a high level of thermal insulation. Aluminum trays are ideal for warm dishes such as pasta or meat dishes. Aluminum trays are also oven-proof, meaning that food can be heated directly in the packaging.
- Plastic meal trays : These disposable meal trays are often made of PP (polypropylene) or PET and are suitable for both hot and cold dishes. PP meal trays are microwave safe, which makes them particularly attractive for delivery services and canteens.
- Sustainable disposable menu trays : In addition to the classic aluminum tray, we at Better-Pack also offer you environmentally friendly alternatives. First and foremost, our organic cellulose menu trays are worth mentioning. These menu trays are made from natural cellulose and are biodegradable, which makes the sturdy trays an excellent replacement for the less environmentally friendly aluminum tray.



Disposable Menu Trays in the Catering Industry
Thanks to their versatility, disposable menu trays, from aluminum trays to bagasse trays, are used in numerous catering sectors, including the following:
- Restaurant & Delivery Service : Restaurants, snack bars and delivery services use menu trays with lids to deliver dishes fresh and safely.
- Catering & Events : At large events or buffets, disposable menu trays ensure practical storage of food.
- Canteens & commercial kitchens : In company restaurants and cafeterias, menu trays are used for orderly menu portioning.
- Supermarkets & delicatessens : Ready meals or delicatessen salads are often packaged in meal trays with lids and offered chilled. Instead of a lid , sealed trays with sealing foil are often used here.

Menu bowls with lids – your advantages
In addition to our particularly environmentally friendly cellulose bowls, you can also expect many advantages with our recyclable PP menu bowls with lids :
- Safe storage : All food remains protected and does not leak.
- Temperature resistance : Both cold and warm dishes can be transported in the PP menu trays with lids - and, if necessary, heated quickly and easily in the microwave.
- Hygienic solution : Meal trays with lids prevent contamination and ensure clean handling of all food.
- Diversity : Different sizes and compartments make the menu bowls with lids an all-rounder for your various take-away menus!
Disposable Menu Trays in the Catering Industry
Thanks to their versatility, disposable menu trays, from aluminum trays to bagasse trays, are used in numerous catering sectors, including the following:
- Restaurant & Delivery Service : Restaurants, snack bars and delivery services use menu trays with lids to deliver dishes fresh and safely.
- Catering & Events : At large events or buffets, disposable menu trays ensure practical storage of food.
- Canteens & commercial kitchens : In company restaurants and cafeterias, menu trays are used for orderly menu portioning.
- Supermarkets & delicatessens : Ready meals or delicatessen salads are often packaged in meal trays with lids and offered chilled. Instead of a lid , sealed trays with sealing foil are often used here.
Menu bowls with lids – your advantages
In addition to our particularly environmentally friendly cellulose bowls, you can also expect many advantages with our recyclable PP menu bowls with lids :
- Safe storage : All food remains protected and does not leak.
- Temperature resistance : Both cold and warm dishes can be transported in the PP menu trays with lids - and, if necessary, heated quickly and easily in the microwave.
- Hygienic solution : Meal trays with lids prevent contamination and ensure clean handling of all food.
- Diversity : Different sizes and compartments make the menu bowls with lids an all-rounder for your various take-away menus!


Aluminum bowl or sealed bowl? Make the right choice!
Conventional aluminum tray or modern cellulose sealed tray? Which disposable menu tray should you choose? While aluminum trays are tried and tested packaging in the catering industry, they are recyclable, but there are now much more environmentally friendly alternatives. In addition to biodegradable cellulose menu trays, there are reusable menu boxes that more and more catering establishments are using. If you as a restaurateur want to act in a more environmentally conscious way, then you should specifically choose these more sustainable alternatives instead of the aluminum tray.
You don't want to part with the tried and tested aluminum tray for your pasta dishes to take away? Then browse through our sustainable pizza boxes and bring a little more sustainability to your catering business with inexpensive, biodegradable pizza boxes. Whether aluminum tray, PP menu tray with lid or disposable menu trays made of cellulose:
As long as the shape and size suit you, you can transport all food safely and hygienically in Better-Pack's versatile menu trays.

Menu Trays FAQ
In our menu tray FAQ we give you answers to frequently asked questions about menu trays. From microwave-safe trays to the correct disposal of aluminum trays, you will find short and concise answers to the most important questions on the topic.
What are menu trays?
What are menu trays?
Menu trays are special containers for transporting and storing food. They are made of various materials such as plastic, aluminum or environmentally friendly alternatives such as sugar cane or cardboard. In the catering industry, they are often used in canteens, restaurants with delivery services or snack bars. The trays often have several compartments to make it possible to portion meals neatly.
Which bowls can be put in the microwave?
Which bowls can be put in the microwave?
Not all meal trays are microwave-safe. Plastic trays made of polypropylene (PP) or biodegradable trays made of sugar cane are generally microwave-safe. Aluminum trays or plastic containers made of polystyrene (PS), on the other hand, should not be put in the microwave as they can melt or cause sparks. Always pay close attention to the product properties!
Can an aluminum tray go in the oven?
Can an aluminum tray go in the oven?
Yes, aluminum trays are heat-resistant and can be put in the oven without any problem. They are particularly suitable for heating or gratinating food. However, it is important that they are not placed in the microwave, as aluminum can create sparks and thus become a hazard.
Are aluminum trays harmful?
Are aluminum trays harmful?
Under certain conditions, aluminum can dissolve and migrate into food, especially in very salty or acidic foods. So you shouldn't eat from aluminum bowls every day! In moderation, however, aluminum bowls are generally harmless. If you have concerns, you can switch to coated or alternative materials such as sugar cane or PP bowls.
Which garbage can do aluminum trays go in?
Which garbage can do aluminum trays go in?
Aluminum trays should be disposed of in the yellow bag or yellow bin because they are recyclable. However, they should be as clean as possible before disposal to make recycling easier. Heavily soiled trays with a lot of grease and food residue still sticking to them should be put in the general waste.