Summer Tableware Trends 2025: Must-Haves for UAE & KSA Hospitality

As summer returns to the UAE and KSA, so does a shift in dining — from alfresco evenings to elegant indoor experiences. While many locals travel during the hottest months, staycationers and tourists continue to seek out cool, stylish dining spaces. And with this seasonal transition comes an opportunity: to refresh your hospitality tableware and elevate your summer offering.

At 1765 The Store and 1765 Gemini, we’re seeing a clear demand from chefs, general managers, and restaurateurs across the region: purposeful, beautiful summer tableware that reflects the season’s lighter mood — and meets the high standards of daily service.

What’s Trending in Summer Tableware 2025?

Hospitality in the GCC is more design-savvy than ever, and tableware trends in 2025 reflect that. This season, it’s all about subtle textures, natural tones, and flexible pieces that support both the food and the story behind it.

Here’s what’s shaping tables this summer:

• Desert Neutrals & Mineral Tones
  Think sage, off-white, stone, and soft clay finishes — tones that calm and complement natural light or warm interiors.
• Subtle Texture & Matte Finishes
  Pieces with movement and tactility, from sanded glazes to organic edges — adding depth without distraction.
• Mix & Match Styling
  Curated combinations of plates, bowls, and finishes that allow restaurants to layer stories, not just courses.
• Plating Meets Content
  More venues are choosing statement tableware that enhances food photography — low-reflection surfaces and unique shapes that shine on camera without stealing the spotlight.

What Hospitality Teams Are Asking For

Across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, and Jeddah, we’re hearing a consistent message: it’s not about replacing everything. It’s about refreshing with intention — selecting pieces that align with evolving menus, aesthetics, and customer expectations.

Clients are looking to:

• Update plating to reflect seasonal dishes
• Add visual interest for social media and storytelling
• Make small, high-impact changes without a full overhaul

At 1765 The Store and 1765 Gemini, we believe great design doesn’t shout — it serves. Our collections are handpicked for the GCC’s pace and style: elegant, durable, and trend-forward. With decades of hospitality experience, we know what works — and how to deliver it, whether you’re updating ten plates or outfitting a full venue.

Ready to Refresh?

Summer is the perfect time to rethink your tabletop before the busy season returns. Whether you’re looking for a subtle seasonal switch or a full concept refresh, we’re here to help.

Explore our best-selling Obsession Naturals collection — a standout favourite for restaurants across the region — and discover why it’s leading this year’s tableware trends.

Enquire now at 1765 Gemini to browse the full catalogue, request a consultation, or find the perfect pieces for your hospitality or restaurant space.

Let’s shape the next season of hospitality, beautifully