Best Food Warmer For Parties

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Top 11 Best Food Warmer For Parties

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Why we chose it
  • (9) Serving utensils (3 tongs, 3 Forks, 3 spoons)
  • (6) Half size food pans + (6) lids
  • 12 fuel cans – 2.5 hrs each (each rack uses 2 fuel cans)
  • (3) Wire Chafing Dish Racks + (3) Aluminum Water Pans
  • Chafing Dish Kit w/accessories for keeping food warm – with disposable aluminum pans and lids
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Why we chose it
  • Three 2.5 quart Stainless Steel buffet trays with non-stick enamel coating. Cord length : 36 Inches
  • Base can be used as a warming tray measuring 25.5 x 14.75 x 7.2 inches
Top Pick
Top Pick

Oster Buffet Server Warming Tray | Triple Tray, 2.5 Quart, Stainless Steel

Easy to clean4.6
Easy to assemble4.6
Temperature Control4.4
Sturdiness4.3
Versatility4.3
Durability4.2
Why we chose it
  • Durable stainless steel housing, and domed transparent lids with handles trap warmth and moisture
  • Temperature knob lets you adjust level of heat from low to high
  • Safe to touch handles give you a firm grip and help prevent burns
  • Electric chafing dish features large heating surface measuring 20 by 13 inches
  • Food warmer with 3 2.5 quart trays keeps hot dishes at the ideal temperature; perfect for parties and holidays; Each pan measures: 5.11 W x 8.58 L x 2.44 D inches
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Why we chose it
  • User-friendly control dial for adjusting the heat from low to high
  • Measures 17 by 18-1/2 by 5 inches
  • Buffet server with 2 2-1/2-quart stainless-steel buffet trays
  • Base doubles as stand-alone warming tray; power “on” light; non-skid feet
  • Item shape: Rectangle
  • 2 clear dome lids provide slots for utensils; stay-cool knobs and handles
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Why we chose it
  • 【RELIABLE CONSTRUCTION】The sturdy structure is stable and can support the weight of three slow cookers with food inside. Non-slip feet on the bottom to prevent slipping and instability
  • 【DETACHABLE & CLEANABLE】The crocks have integrated cool-touch handles for easy removal from the buffet cooker and cleaned. Give you a comfortable cleaning experience after you enjoy the delicious food
  • 【GLASS LID FOR EASY VIEWING】Each slow cooker has a glass lid with a glass handle for easy viewing of cooking. Attention: Do not use hand to touch Crocks after cook
  • 【3 CROCKS & COOKING SETTINGS】Buffet slow cooker set with three 1.5 quarts removable crocks (total 4.5 quarts). Each crock has its own heating element with three settings High, Low and Warm to keep dishes at their optimal temperature
  • 【ECELLENT INSULATION ABILITY】Rotate the button to “warm” to keep the food warm. When you are preparing for a party before your family and friends arrive, you can keep food warm for a few hours remained the best food effect
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Why we chose it
  • ENERGY EFFICIENT: Enjoy your favorite dish while it’s hot w/ the 150 watt electric dish heater which uses low power consumption for an efficient and high powered heating element that is safe for use with any heat-resistant container in your kitchen
  • CONVENIENT AND PORTABLE: The electrical warmer tray is easy to transport w/ its convenient cool touch carry handles. Perfect for any occasion anywhere, it only needs minimal time or effort to prepare and serve. Safe for use in any table or countertop
  • KEEPS FOOD WARM: The NutriChef Electric Hot Plate provides even and thorough food warming ability. Heats your food up to 203°F. It can be used w/ baking sheets and casserole dishes. Perfect for buffets, banquets, home parties
  • NON-STICK TEMPERED GLASS: Features sleek stainless steel construction, space saving design, non stick and heat resistant tempered glass surface w/ 22.4” L x 6.7” W heating tray size and an easy to clean surface
  • HASSLE-FREE OPERATION: Press to turn on the power switch, the light indicator comes on which indicates the tray is warming up. Preheat for at least 5 minutes before placing pans on tray. The temperature on the black glass surface is around 95℃
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Why we chose it
  • 【FAST HEATING】- With a rotary button for precise control of temperature, 86-185℉(30-85℃) adjustable, our Bain Marie food warmer features a thermometer for direct observation of the real-time temperature, and two indicators to show working status. It adopts a 304 stainless steel U-shaped heating tube, with three-dimensional heating, for efficient heat transfer. (NOTE: Do not dry burn the heating tube. The heating tube should be submerged in water.)
  • 【LARGE CAPACITY】- Our Bain Marie warmer features five large-capacity food pans, with five compartments & lids included. Each pan is 12.8″x10.4″x5.9″ (325x265x150 mm) in dimensions. The 6-inch depth makes each food pan 50% more capacity than others.
  • 【WIDE APPLICATION】- Our commercial Bain Marie is attractive, perfect for keeping delicious foods at a read-to-eat temperature for guests. Widely used in commercial settings, such as buffets, catering, or even at home for large parties. 
  • 【ADVANCED QUALITY】- Constructed with full heavy-duty food-grade stainless steel material, this Bain Marie steam table is of durability, longevity, and easy cleaning. The stainless steel sheet is 0.03-inch (0.7 mm) in thickness.
  • 【GLASS SHIELD DESIGN】- A detachable tempered glass shield is adopted, with an incredible thickness of 0.3-inch (8 mm). With this glass shield, guests can easily choose foods, without worrying about hygiene.
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Why we chose it
  • USE WITH YOUR OWN BAKEWARE: Can be used with all heat safe cookware and bakeware; aluminum or glass baking pans, casserole dishes, pots, pans & more! Cool touch handles for convenient transport and added safety
  • BUFFET SERVERS INCLUDED: Three stainless steel warming pans are included; two 1.2 Qt warming pans and one 2.5 Qt warming pan. The 3 high dome transparent lids keep the heat in. Accessories are dishwasher safe for easy clean up
  • PERFECT FOR ANY OCCASSION: The 5-quart capacity pans and 14″ x 14″ hot plate surface can fit several dishes at once and looks great on any countertop, table, or buffet. The adjustable temperature control and size makes it suitable for family dinners, Sunday football gatherings, holiday meals, or other big parties and events
  • RESOURCES: cetl approved with advanced safety technology for long lasting durability, & 1-year assurance provided by Chefman, so you can purchase worry-free – we’ve got your back! For information on how to use your product, scroll down for a PDF User Guide. 200 Watts/120 Volts
  • KEEPS FOOD WARM ALL DAY: The adjustable temperature makes it easy to quickly heat up your food, while the fuse safety feature keeps it from overheating so you can keep your food warm for hours on end. Keep the hot plate on low to keep food warm throughout the day or adjust to high to heat your appetizers quickly
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Why we chose it
  • Large Capacity For Your Prosperous Business: Our buffet food warmer features a large capacity pan (14L x 23W x 10.5H in dimension,single:13L x 7W x 6H) with three compartments & lid included.Bain Marie base that works with 6 inch deep standard size compartments of all sizes, interchangeable to suit all occasions.
  • Decent And Durable Stainless Steel Construction: Built with thickened 304 food grade stainless steel, easy to clean, extra durable that leaves every customer trouble free.
  • A Wide Range Of Applications: Our bain marie has a smooth, stainless-steel surface. It will not rust or tarnish. It is attractive and affordable, perfect for putting food on display and keeping it warm for guests.Widely used in catering, cafeterias, and other places or events with great needs.
  • Thermostatically Control Keeps Hot Dishes At The Ideal Temperature: Temperature can be adjusted from 30 to 85 centigrade( 86-185℉).keeps hot dishes at the ideal temperature; when the temperature rises to the set temperature, the heating system stops; when the temperature is below the set temperature, the heating system starts. More energy saving for you.Perfect for restaurants, catering, parties and holidays.
  • Considerate Faucet Design For Easy Operation & Cleaning: Water injection heating to keep food warmer ,heat evenly. Long-term insulation, keep the delicious taste of the food.When the busy business is over, you just open the faucet to drain the water from the container and clean the container.(NOTE:DO NOT DRY THE HEATING TUBE. THE HEATING TUBE SHOULD BE SUBMERGED IN WATER.)
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Why we chose it
  • SAVE SPACE & LOW MAINTENANCE: Stack-able design ensures easy transportation. It allows you to save up to 50% space. A defined lip on the included water pan protects tabletops from messes, ensuring an effective barrier against minimal spillage.
  • MIRROR FINISH: To draw your guests in, a mirror finish on the lid and body of this chafer beautifully picks up on, and reflects out, your venue’s ambient lighting for a glamorous presentation. NEVER rust, tarnish or corrode. With rounded corners within the food pan, this chafer ensures easy cleaning while minimizing food waste.
  • FULL SET: Comes with everything you need: water pan, food pan, lid, frame and two fuel burners. Compared to other fuel burners on the market – Our fuel burners ensure your culinary creations maintain temperature with even, consistent heat distribution. Easy to light, odorless, and burns clean. It delivers high-quality heat that burns hotter, longer, and safer than comparable fuels. ideal for Buffets,Catering, Parties, Wedding Banquets ..etc.
  • AMPLE 8QT CAPACITY: With an ample 8 qt. capacity, this chafer is ideal for serving a variety of appetizers, entrees, or side dishes. Its universal size also ensures it can accommodate the included food pan, water pan, and chafing dish cover, as well as any other full size universal equivalents. Use your own fractional pans in place of the included full size food pan for a customized set up, too.
  • DURABLE STAINLESS STEEL: A durable stainless steel construction ensures this chafer is built to withstand everyday use, while providing a timeless appearance that blends in with your classic decor. It is designed to hold the lid in an upright position while food in the full-size chafer pan is being served. Also the beveled legs provided optimum stability.
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Why we chose it
  • Non-stick surfaces allow for more sliding and easy cleanup. Reversible grill top has a flat side and a grilled side for getting just the right sear on your food. Granite stone grill top heats slowly and evenly for perfectly cooked fish, meat and veggies.
  • Includes the raclette unit, granite stone top, reversible grill top and eight non stick cheese pans. Unit measures 18×9¼x5in with 18×9¼ inches of grilling surface. Input: 120V 60Hz 1200W
  • Simple and portable social dining that lets everyone pick what they want from the grill and drizzle their cheese on top, or just dip their items in their cheese pan.
  • Make a new kind of cheese dish with our raclette grill. Cook up meats, veggies, seafood, and more with melted cheese – all in one unit!
  • Adjustable grill temperature makes it ideal for versatile cooking options, and a visible indicator light makes sure you don’t forget to turn your grill off when you’re done. Grill top and coupelles are dishwasher safe.
Top Pick
Oster Buffet Server Warming Tray | Triple Tray, 2.5 Quart, Stainless Steel
With a set of three separate 2-1/2-quart buffet warming trays, the Oster Buffet Server lets you serve up to three warm dishes. Great for holidays and parties, this buffet server features a large 20- by 13-inch heating surface that's ideal for heating up appetizers, dips, meat and vegetable dishes, desserts, and more. A temperature-control knob allows you to easily set the perfect warming temperature, while an easy-to-see power indicator light illuminates when the heating element is on. This food warmer tray features stay-cool side handles to facilitate safe, easy carrying from kitchen to table. The three included dome-shaped lids entrap heat and moisture, helping keep your dishes at the desired temperature. Both the pans and lids are dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. Dome lid measurements: 9.3 inches long, 6 inches wide, 1.4 inches height.
Ranking the Brands
HeroFiber: 9.09%
Elite Gourmet: 18.18%
Oster: 9.09%
SUNVIVI OUTDOOR: 9.09%
NutriChef: 9.09%
VEVOR: 18.18%
Chefman: 9.09%
SUPER DEAL: 9.09%
Milliard: 9.09%

Comparison Table

Сomparison: Buffet Serving Kit, 3 Sets W/Fuel- Wire Racks, Water Pans, Half Size Food Pans w/covers, Serving Spoons, Forks, Tongs, 12 Fuel Cans (2.5 hrs each)- Chafing Dish Food Warmers for Parties and Catering: imageСomparison: Elite Gourmet EWM-6171 Triple Buffet Server Food Warmer, Temperature Control, Clear Slotted Lids, Perfect for Parties, Entertaining & Holidays (7.5 Quart, Stainless Steel): imageСomparison: Oster Buffet Server Warming Tray | Triple Tray, 2.5 Quart, Stainless Steel: imageСomparison: Elite Gourmet EWM-6122 Dual Pan Buffet Server Food Warmer, Temperature Control, Clear Slotted Lids, Perfect for Parties, Entertaining & Holidays (5 Quart, Stainless Steel): imageСomparison: Slow Cooker, Triple Slow Cooker Buffet Server 3 Pot Food Warmer, 3-Section 1.5-Quart Oval Slow Cooker Buffet Food Warmer Adjustable Temp Lid Rests Stainless Steel with 3 Spoons,Total 4.5 QT: imageСomparison: Portable Electric Food Hot Plate - Stainless Steel Warming Tray Dish Warmer w/ Black Glass Top - Keep Food Warm for Buffet Serving, Restaurant, Parties, Table or Countertop Use - NutriChef PKWTR40: imageСomparison: VEVOR 110V Bain Marie Food Warmer 5 Pan x 1/2 GN, Food Grade Stainelss Steel Commercial Food Steam Table 6-Inch Deep, 1500W Electric Countertop Food Warmer 55 Quart with Tempered Glass Shield: imageСomparison: Chefman Electric Buffet Server + Warming Tray w/Adjustable Temperature & 3 Chafing Dishes, Hot Plate Perfect for Holidays, Catering, Parties, Events & Home Dinners, 14" x 14" Surface, Stainless Steel: imageСomparison: VEVOR 110V 3-Pan Commercial Food Warmer, 1200W Electric Steam Table 15cm/6inch Deep, Professional Stainless Steel Buffet Bain Marie 21 Quart for Catering and Restaurants: imageСomparison: SUPER DEAL 8 Qt Stainless Steel 4 Pack Full Size Chafer Dish w/Water Pan, Food Pan, Fuel Holder and Lid For Buffet/Weddings/Parties/Banquets/Catering Events (4): imageСomparison: Milliard Raclette Grill for Eight People, Includes Granite Cooking Stone, Reversible Non-Stick Grilling Surface, and 8 Paddles - Great for a Family Get Together or Party: image
Buffet Serving Kit, 3 Sets W/Fuel- Wire Racks, Water Pans, Half Size Food Pans w/covers, Serving Spoons, Forks, Tongs, 12 Fuel Cans (2.5 hrs each)- Chafing Dish Food Warmers for Parties and CateringElite Gourmet EWM-6171 Triple Buffet Server Food Warmer, Temperature Control, Clear Slotted Lids, Perfect for Parties, Entertaining & Holidays (7.5 Quart, Stainless Steel)Oster Buffet Server Warming Tray | Triple Tray, 2.5 Quart, Stainless SteelElite Gourmet EWM-6122 Dual Pan Buffet Server Food Warmer, Temperature Control, Clear Slotted Lids, Perfect for Parties, Entertaining & Holidays (5 Quart, Stainless Steel)Slow Cooker, Triple Slow Cooker Buffet Server 3 Pot Food Warmer, 3-Section 1.5-Quart Oval Slow Cooker Buffet Food Warmer Adjustable Temp Lid Rests Stainless Steel with 3 Spoons,Total 4.5 QTPortable Electric Food Hot Plate – Stainless Steel Warming Tray Dish Warmer w/ Black Glass Top – Keep Food Warm for Buffet Serving, Restaurant, Parties, Table or Countertop Use – NutriChef PKWTR40VEVOR 110V Bain Marie Food Warmer 5 Pan x 1/2 GN, Food Grade Stainelss Steel Commercial Food Steam Table 6-Inch Deep, 1500W Electric Countertop Food Warmer 55 Quart with Tempered Glass ShieldChefman Electric Buffet Server + Warming Tray w/Adjustable Temperature & 3 Chafing Dishes, Hot Plate Perfect for Holidays, Catering, Parties, Events & Home Dinners, 14″ x 14″ Surface, Stainless SteelVEVOR 110V 3-Pan Commercial Food Warmer, 1200W Electric Steam Table 15cm/6inch Deep, Professional Stainless Steel Buffet Bain Marie 21 Quart for Catering and RestaurantsSUPER DEAL 8 Qt Stainless Steel 4 Pack Full Size Chafer Dish w/Water Pan, Food Pan, Fuel Holder and Lid For Buffet/Weddings/Parties/Banquets/Catering Events (4)Milliard Raclette Grill for Eight People, Includes Granite Cooking Stone, Reversible Non-Stick Grilling Surface, and 8 Paddles – Great for a Family Get Together or Party
Product Dimensions25 x 16 x 12 inches25.5 x 14.75 x 7.2 inches23.3 x 15.6 x 10.3 inches5 x 17 x 18.5 inches25 x 7.3 x 12.3 inches27.1 x 8 x 1.6 inches60 x 18 x 11 inches20 x 13 x 14 inches22 x 14 x 10 inches18 x 5 x 9.25 inches
Item Weight13.32 pounds9.2 pounds10.7 pounds0.96 ounces17.21 pounds5.78 pounds69.8 pounds7.48 pounds22 pounds41.9 pounds19.36 pounds
ManufacturerHeroFiberElite PlatinumOsterMaximaticSound AroundVEVORChefmanVEVORSUPER DEALMilliard
Date First AvailableMay 15, 2019December 7, 2003October 4, 2009April 10, 2019June 12, 2016July 10, 2020July 26, 2019June 25, 2019February 21, 2016
Size7.5 Quart / 3 Trays5 Quart / 2 TraysSize 22.4” x 6.7 Inches55 Quart(5 Pan x 1/2 GN)3×1/3GN, 3-Pan, 21 Qt18″ x 9″ x 5″
MaterialStainless SteelStainless Steel, PlasticStainless SteelStainless Steel
ColorStainless SteelStainless SteelBlack/SilverStainless SteelBlack
BrandElite GourmetElite GourmetSUNVIVI OUTDOORNutriChefMilliard
Item Dimensions LxWxH25.5 x 14.75 x 7.2 inches25 x 7.3 x 12.3 inches27.1 x 8 x 1.6 inches18 x 5 x 9.25 inches
Country of OriginChinaChinaChinaChinaChinaChina
Is Discontinued By ManufacturerNoNoNoNoNo

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