This guide will show you the correct flatware, dinnerware and drinkware items to
purchase for any type of restaurant or dining situation.

Remember, a proper table setting will...
~ Create the Proper Ambience and Atmosphere ~
~ Your guest’s first impression is their last impression ~
~ Make the event spectacular with a table setting presentation ~
that complements the menu and decor.

Banquet or Formal Place Setting

Luncheon or Semi-Formal Place Setting

This handy reference features six of the most common table
settings found in restaurants, banquets, and receptions.

Everyday, Semi-Formal Setting
	Breakfast: Flatware: Dinner Fork, Dinner Knife, Teaspoon Dinnerware: Two Bread & Butter Plates, Cup, Saucer Drinkware: Water Glass, Juice Glass

Lunch: Flatware: Salad Fork, Dinner Fork, Dessert or Dinner Knife, Teaspoon Dinnerware: Bread & Butter Plate, Luncheon Plate Drinkware: Water Glass, Wine Glass

Dinner: Flatware: Salad Fork, Dinner Fork, Dinner Knife, Teaspoon, Butter Knife Dinnerware: Bread & Butter Plate, Salad Plate, Dinner Plate Drinkware: Water Goblet, Wine Glass

Formal Dinner Setting
Banquet: Flatware: Salad Fork, Dinner Fork, Dinner Knife, Teaspoon Dinnerware: Bread & Butter Plate, Salad Plate, Dinner Plate, Cup & Saucer Drinkware: Water Glass or Water Goblet, Wine Glass

Formal American: Flatware: Salad Fork, Dinner Fork, Dinner Knife, Oval Bowl Soup/Dessert Spoon or Dinner Spoon, Teaspoon, Butter Knife Dinnerware: Bread & Butter Plate, Two Salad Plates, Service Plate, Cup & Saucer Drinkware: Water Goblet, Champagne Flute, Wine Glass

European: Flatware: European Size Dinner Fork, U.S. Size Dinner Fork, European Size Dinner Knife, Dessert Knife, Oval Bowl Soup/Dessert Spoon or Dinner Spoon, European Size Teaspoon, Butter Knife, Fish Knife, Fish Fork Dinnerware: Bread & Butter Plate, Salad Plate, Service Plate Drinkware: Water Goblet, Champagne Flute, Two Wine Glasses