Gravy Boats for the Table

Serve gravy and sauces alongside your favorite meals with gravy boats that suit your table. Whether you prefer an understated look or a decorative accent, choose a piece that complements your dinnerware and feels at home at everyday dinners as well as holiday gatherings.

Sur La Table Porcelain Gravy Boat with Saucer

$29.95

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A classic white porcelain gravy boat with saucer, perfect for entertaining and keeping tabletops clean.
Sur la table Pearl Red Gravy Boat

$14.99

A cranberry red stoneware gravy boat featuring a beaded edge for festive and everyday dining.
Wedgwood Renaissance Gold Sauce Boat

$190

A bone china sauce boat with gold gilding, white finish, and expressive Florentine-inspired motifs.

Choosing a gravy boat starts with how you serve. Consider how much sauce you typically offer, how often you want to refill it and how much room you have among the serving dishes. Check the listed capacity rather than judging by appearance alone, and look at the handle and spout to understand how the piece is held and poured. A saucer provides a place to rest the boat between servings and catch stray drips, so check whether one is included if that detail matters to you. For a coordinated table, take cues from the colors, shapes and details of the dinnerware you already use. A simple finish can blend into different settings, while a bold color or decorative border can give the gravy boat a more prominent role. Think beyond a single holiday meal: a style you enjoy using throughout the year can earn its place at Sunday dinners and smaller gatherings, too. Before choosing, review the material and care instructions so the piece fits your cleanup routine as well as your table.

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What is the difference between a gravy boat and a sauce boat?

The terms often describe the same type of serving vessel: a handled piece with a spout for pouring sauce at the table. Either name can refer to a piece used for gravy or other pourable sauces.

What else can I serve in a gravy boat?

A gravy boat can hold pourable sauces such as mushroom sauce, custard sauce or a fruit coulis. Choose a sauce with a texture that flows through the spout rather than a thick or chunky accompaniment that needs spooning.

Does a gravy boat need to match my dinnerware?

No. Matching pieces create a coordinated look, but a contrasting gravy boat can work just as well. Repeat a color or decorative detail from elsewhere on the table to help different pieces feel connected.

Do all gravy boats come with a saucer?

No. Some gravy boats include a saucer and others are sold on their own. Review the product description to confirm what is included rather than assuming a pictured accessory comes with the piece.

How should I clean a gravy boat?

Follow the care instructions for the individual piece, since materials and decorative finishes can require different treatment. Check whether it is dishwasher safe or needs hand-washing, and use a soft sponge to reach around the spout and handle.

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