Side plates

Side plates for breakfast or lunch, toast or salads

When it’s time for your morning coffee, rest your scone or croissant on an elegant side plate in between bites. Spread avocado or jam on your toast on a small plate or use them to hold fresh fruit at breakfast or lunch. Small plates can double as salad plates and can be great for holding a slice of key lime pie or cookies for dessert. Starting off a dinner party with cheese and charcuterie boards? Set out a bunch of side plates on your sideboard and let everyone help themselves.

Which material is best for everyday use?

Most of our side plates are made from stoneware or porcelain – two materials known for their durability and good looks.

• Stoneware has a tactile, crafted feel. It’s slightly heavier and often comes in more rustic glazes like stoneware blue or light beige. These plates bring warmth and character to everyday meals.
• Porcelain is lighter and typically more refined. It’s smooth, sturdy, and often chosen for its clean, classic look – ideal if you want something that feels a little more polished.

All our side plates are dishwasher safe and built for regular use, whether you’re serving up kids’ snacks or after-work nibbles.

What colours and styles are available?

From soft tones to bold patterns, there’s plenty to explore – and mix and match.

• Light green and light pink side plates are perfect for playful, mood-lifting table settings.
• Matt light grey and dark grey options offer a more understated, minimalist feel that works in both modern and traditional kitchens.
• Patterned side plates can add a pop of personality – floral, geometric or hand-painted designs help turn the everyday into something more expressive.

Whether you prefer a matched set or a joyful mix of tones and styles, you’ll find combinations that spark ideas and suit your space.

Colourful side plates to match your dinnerware

Let minimalist lines or floral designs dance on elegant side plates. A variety of patterns in green on white feldspar porcelain exude tradition and craftsmanship in true Scandinavian modern décor style. Or go with glossy, pink or gray stoneware small plates with lines etched in the slightly raised rim.

Choose the straightforward design of stoneware side plates in glossy turquoise or beige, as well as matte turquoise, green or gray. Let the timeless, smart design of IKEA 365+ small plates made of feldspar porcelain shine as they hold your muffin in the morning. Also find white feldspar porcelain side plates with a green floral design and raised lip that’s great for holding the Hollandaise sauce on your breakfast creations. 

Browse square black side plates with rounded edges. Made with durable tempered glass, these plates have an attractive luster. Or evoke the look of crystal at grandma’s house with the country style décor of clear tempered glass plates with beautiful etching.

Find small plates in a variety of sizes from 15cm plates to 22cm plates. Building a collection is easy with affordable 4 packs. As with many of our side plates, you can find matching designs in coffee mugs & tea cups as well as bowls to complete a look and build a set.

All our side plates are microwave safe and dishwasher safe for added convenience.

How do I choose the right side plates for my lifestyle?

Think about how you use plates day to day. If you often host friends or enjoy a variety of cuisines, having a few sets in different colours can make the table feel new every time. For small kitchens, stackable designs save space without compromising on style. And for households with busy routines, choosing hardwearing glazes (especially in stoneware blue or dark grey) can mean fewer chips and less fuss.

However you serve – from toast and tea to tapas nights – the right side plates help set the mood, tell your style story, and turn simple meals into small moments of joy.

Frequently asked questions about side plates

Are side plates on the left or right of the dinner plate?

Side plates are meant to be set to the left of dinner plates.

What’s the difference between a side plate and a salad plate?

Side plates and salad plates can be one and the same. Besides salads, side plates are great for holding snacks, pastries and desserts.

Can a side plate be used for a tea plate?

Side plates are perfect for tea time. Use them as a saucer or to hold the scone you’re having with your tea.