We researched the best dinnerware sets for every holiday, considering the material, ease of cleaning, and replaceability of each one. Our top pick, the Lenox Holiday 12-Piece Plate & Mug Set features a timeless and classic design. It is made of porcelain and dishwasher safe. Below, our picks for the best holiday dinnerware sets. The set feels high-quality, while still at a reasonable price compared to competitors’ picks. We love that replacing misplaced pieces is a breeze with Lenox because the plates and mugs are also available to buy individually. Price at time of publish: $235 Price at time of publish: $347 Price at time of publish: $60 Price at time of publish: $47+ Price at time of publish: $246 Price at time of publish: $42 Price at time of publish: $16+ Price at time of publish: $168 Price at time of publish: $50 Price at time of publish: $47+ Price at time of publish: $52+ Price at time of publish: $117
Dishwasher and Microwave Safe
A vintage family heirloom set of holiday china might require hand-washing to keep it looking its best. But if you generally like to use your dishwasher to clean up after a holiday meal, or warm up leftovers in the microwave, check to make sure that your holiday dishware is safe for the dishwasher and/or microwave. Just because it’s a special occasion purchase doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be practical and convenient.
Boxed Set or Replaceable
Things break, especially china. Keep in mind that a boxed set might be a one-time deal, meaning that if you break some plates, you won’t be able to easily replace them. If you have more than one set, you can mix and match the patterns, but otherwise, you might want to look for a dinnerware set from an open stock pattern that allows you to purchase additional pieces to replace broken ones, or to add additional servings as your family grows.
Why Trust The Spruce?
Julia Fields is a lifestyle writer for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. Before that, she covered similar topics including toy reviews, product roundups, interviews with experts, and more. She performed hours of research on top dinnerware brands—big and small—and looked into best-selling options with high user demand.
