The holiday feasting season is upon us! That means it’s time to get your serving tray game on. From epic roasts to crudité and dip to pitchers of cocktails and glasses, serving trays are the unsung workhorses of every party.

But all serving platters are not created equal. Some are stylish but not very functional. And plenty get the job done but then don’t look great. Then there’s the issue of portability preferences (handles or not?) and washability (can you put it in the dishwasher or is the finish too delicate?). Ah, so many choices!

Serving platters vary considerably in several respects. To make sure you end up with exactly what you need, keep the following in mind:

We surveyed the market, consulted expert assessments of serving platters, and read through thousands of consumer reviews in a bid to find the best and most diverse serving trays on the market. Get ready to serve your chips n’ dip, Thanksgiving turkey, or hand-batched mai tais with security and panache.

This beautiful botanical platter was designed by celebrated artist Susan Williams-Ellis using early 19th-century illustrations as inspiration. The floral details and leaf border will make you feel as if you’ve brought the English garden inside.

This platter would be perfect for formal and informal gatherings and is the right size for small appetizers and hors d’oeuvres. And if you really love it, there’s an entire line of serving and dining dishes with the same design.

While this platter requires a handwash, it is microwave- and oven-safe. Reviewers love this “beautiful, well-made, elegant” dish.

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Lenox has been a beloved brand for more than 130 years for a reason. This timeless platter is crafted from porcelain but is dishwasher-safe and is covered by the brand’s trademark breakage replacement program.

The bright white wicker design evokes carefree picnics, while also delivering the elegance and style Lenox is so beloved for. The hero piece is surprisingly affordable given the heritage-worthy quality and artistry and can be used for casual meals or special occasions.

The handles make the tray easy to carry from kitchen to table. This platter earns an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Amazon, with users saying they “absolutely love this beautiful piece.”

This three-tier display is a great option for buffets, cocktail parties, and holiday get-togethers. The classic, minimalist design will look at home in contemporary or traditional settings and will suit a number of needs.

The three-tier serving stand can be used to serve a variety of appetizers, fruits, and desserts. The slanted, tiered design makes it perfect for tables, sidebars, and bars.

More than 81% of reviewers give this stand 5 out of 5 stars. Reviewers love how “sturdy” the stand is, saying it’s “excellent” even “for daily use.”

This delightful tray was designed by Sara Miller, an award-winning British artist who brings her love of print, pattern, and color to the table — literally. This Chelsea collection for Portmeirion is a celebration of classic English tea, with a line of platters and dishes that would look at home even on the grandest table, but at a reasonable price point.

The beautiful birds perched on a leafy tree are framed by a 22-carat gold embellished frame that will certainly upgrade any display of appetizers or sandwiches.

The platter should be hand-washed but is safe to use in the microwave. Reviewers on Wayfair give this platter an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars, with users writing that it is “absolutely delightful!”

This simple, wallet-friendly ivory platter features a raised, relief molded turkey design and is the perfect size for your holiday bird (so meta!). The detailed harvest rim is an added touch.

For those who want a special occasion dish but don’t want to be stuck scrubbing it once dinner is over, this a perfect choice: It is both dishwasher- and microwave-safe.

More than 83% of reviewers on Amazon give this dish 5 out of 5 stars. Several say it is “perfect for the holidays,” “good quality,” and adds a touch of “elegance” to “any special occasion.”

This cheese and charcuterie platter is a must-have if you spend a lot of time entertaining around the holidays. The two serving compartments that flank the main compartment can be used for fruit, nuts, olives, or crackers. The 100% sustainable bamboo is sturdy and features slip-resistant tabs on the bottom to prevent sliding, making it safe to place even on delicate fabrics.

The bamboo material is also easy on knife blades. The platter features beveled edge side handles, so it’s easy to carry from the kitchen to the party. More than 82% of reviewers on Amazon give this 5 out of 5 stars, with several saying it’s a “great gift idea.”

This hand-painted serving platter is made from high-fired, high-durability porcelain. Despite being handcrafted, the price is reasonable for such a beautiful dish. This serving tray would look great in a farmhouse or contemporary setting and is large enough to serve up appetizers or hors d’oeuvres.

The platter is available in four colors (green, blue, gray, and orange), and is stackable, making it easy to store. Reviewers love how “pretty” and “sturdy” it is, and appreciate that it is stackable.

This classic white Lenox platter will serve you and your family year-round. The creamy white platter also comes in ice blue, pistachio, and velvet, and is dishwasher- and microwave-safe. The scalloped rim features a hand-applied tea stain finish and will look at home in traditional, modern, and transitional settings.

The Perle pattern, if you love it, is also available for dinnerware, place settings, other serveware, and more.

More than 90% of reviewers on Amazon give this platter 5 out of 5 stars, saying it’s “gorgeous,” and “fancy looking,” but at an “extremely good price!”

This serving tray looks like a piece of art, but you can serve all of your culinary creations safely from it. Each item is created using a spun glass technique, and once it cools, artisans decorate the back with silver, gold, or copper leaf, and build in organic pigments, layer by layer, over several hours.

The handmade platter will appeal to anyone who loves abstract patterns and vivid colors. You can serve salads, desserts, appetizers, or smaller roasts on this dish, although many people also use it as a candle plate. Reviewers love the “brilliant” and “detailed” platters, saying they always bring in compliments.

This fun set of two trays works inside and out. It is large enough to accommodate appetizers, cheese, crudité, and more. These are dishwasher-safe, which makes them a great option year-round. The set comes in 10 colors, including indigo, lemon, lime, orange, and black.

Reviewers appreciate the two trays in different sizes and appreciate that they are stackable. Others love that they are “lightweight,” “colorful,” and so “versatile.” Wayfair reviewers give it 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.

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