Crockery in this section is partitioned so that food stays separated within the bowl or on the plate.¹ Some of these items also have a slip resistant base or features that help keep food warm.

Partitioned plates and bowls provide a wall to push food against to help load it onto a spoon or fork, which can be helpful for one-handed eating.²

Plateguards or plates and bowls with high sides can be considered as alternatives to plates and bowls with partitions.