What Size Takeout Container Should Your Restaurant Order?

Start with the portion you actually serve. Include the sides, toppings and any sauce cups you pack inside. A container should close without pressing into the food and fit flat in your delivery bag.

Compare takeout container sizes

Size	Try it for	Shop by case
6 × 6	Small sandwich, side or dessert	500 per case
8 × 8	Burger and fries or a compact rice entrée	200 per case
9 × 9	Large entrée, shawarma platter or meal with sides	200 per case

Sizes are in inches. Use them as a starting point. The base can be narrower than the top, and a tall burger or stacked sandwich may need more lid clearance even when it fits across the base.

Single compartment or divided tray?

Use a single compartment for meals that need one open space, such as biryani or a large sandwich. A three-compartment tray helps keep an entrée and two sides separate. Check the size of the main compartment with a real portion before ordering. Pack loose sauces in a separate lidded portion cup when needed.

Test the fit before ordering a case

Pack one full order. Include garnishes and sauce cups, then close the lid and check for pressure on the food.
Test your delivery setup. Place the filled container in the bag you use and stack it with a second order. Check that both sit level.
Compare cost per piece. Divide the case price by the case quantity. Use your weekly order volume to estimate how often you’ll need to restock.