Collection: Napkin and Serviette

A napkin doesn't get much thought until it's missing from the table, or worse, until it's the wrong one, too small, too flimsy, or looking out of place next to a nicely set plate. In hospitality, napkins are one of those small details that quietly shape how a meal feels.

This page covers all 22 napkin and serviette products from the Napkin & Serviette collection, including Tork, EJEco, ABC, Duro, and BP. Below is a simple breakdown of what each type is good for, so you can match the right napkin to the right table.

Quick Answer: What Should You Choose?

If you want...	Choose
Everyday cafe or takeaway napkins	ABC White Luncheon Napkins – 1-Ply
Something soft for a sit-down table	ABC Premium White Luncheon Serviettes 2-Ply
Small napkins for drinks or finger food	BP White Cocktail Napkins
A nicer look for dinner service	EJEco White Quilted Dinner Napkin 2-Ply
A premium, cloth-style look	Tork Premium LinStyle® Black Dinner Napkin
A tabletop napkin dispenser refill	Tork Xpressnap White Dispenser Napkin
An eco-friendly, budget-conscious option	EJEco Lunch Napkin Brown 1-Ply, 500 Sheets

Why the Right Napkin Matters More Than People Think

A napkin does a practical job, wiping hands and mouths during a meal, but it also says something about the table it's sitting on. A thin, scratchy napkin next to a well-plated dish feels mismatched, while a soft, well-folded one quietly reinforces that the venue cares about the details. Guests rarely comment on a good napkin, but they do notice a bad one.

There's a hygiene side to it too. Cafes, restaurants, and catering venues go through napkins constantly, and running out mid-service isn't just inconvenient, it looks unprepared in front of customers.

Check What the Napkin Is Actually For

Before choosing based on softness or look, it helps to know what the napkin needs to do. A napkin sitting in a tabletop dispenser needs a fold that suits that dispenser. A napkin used for finger food or cocktails needs to be smaller and easy to grab quickly. A napkin for a proper sit-down meal needs to be bigger, softer, and able to sit neatly folded on a plate. Matching the napkin to its actual job avoids the common mistake of buying based on price or ply alone.

What Makes a Napkin Actually Good

• It's soft enough to feel pleasant against skin, especially for dining napkins
• It's strong enough to not tear apart with one wipe
• It folds and sits neatly, whether on a plate, in a dispenser, or in a napkin ring
• It's the right size for the job, cocktail napkins are meant to be small, dinner napkins aren't
• It matches the tone of the venue, casual cafes and fine dining call for different napkins
  
  

Why the Right Napkin Saves Money, Not Just Looks Good

A flimsy 1-ply napkin might cost less per pack, but if guests grab two or three because one doesn't do the job, that cost advantage disappears fast. On the other hand, a premium cloth-style napkin makes sense for fine dining, but it's an unnecessary expense for a casual cafe where a good 2-ply luncheon napkin does the job just as well.

Which Napkin Is Best for Your Venue?

1. Cafés and takeaway venues usually do well with a straightforward everyday napkin. The ABC White Luncheon Napkins – 1-Ply or the Tork White Lunch Napkin – Quarterfold cover the basics without overspending.
   
   
2. Restaurants with table service benefit from something a little softer and more presentable, like the ABC Premium White Luncheon Serviettes 2-Ply or a quilted option like the EJEco Dinner Napkin White 2-Ply.
   
   
3. Bars and events serving drinks or finger food need something smaller and quick to grab. The BP White Cocktail Napkins or the EJEco Cocktail Napkin White 2-Ply are built exactly for that.
   
   
4. Fine dining venues and formal events are where a premium napkin earns its cost. The Tork Premium LinStyle® Black Dinner Napkin gives a cloth-like look without the laundering hassle, and the Tork Quilted White Cutlery Pocket Napkin adds a neat touch by holding cutlery in place.
   
   
5. Cafés with tabletop dispensers need napkins built for that exact fold. The Tork Xpressnap White Dispenser Napkin or the EJEco White Interfold Dispenser Napkins 1-Ply are made specifically to sit and dispense properly from that kind of holder.
   
   
6. Catering companies and high-volume kitchens want reliable, budget-friendly options in bulk. The EJEco Lunch Napkin Brown 1-Ply, 500 Sheets and the EJEco Lunch Napkin White 1-Ply, 500 Sheets keep cost per napkin low without constant reordering.
   
   

Everyday Luncheon Napkins

These are the standard, reliable napkins that cover most day-to-day table service. Simple, functional, and priced for regular use.

Product	Format	Good For
ABC Premium White Luncheon Serviettes 2-Ply	2-ply	Restaurants wanting a softer everyday napkin
ABC White Luncheon Napkins – 1-Ply	1-ply	Cafés and casual dining on a budget
Tork Universal Luncheon Napkins – White 1-Ply	1-ply	Everyday café and takeaway use
Tork White Lunch Napkin – Quarterfold	Quarterfold	General table service

 

Cocktail Napkins for Drinks & Finger Food

Smaller than a standard napkin, these are made for quick use at bars, cocktail events, and finger food service.

Product	Format	Good For
BP White Cocktail Napkins	2-ply, 250 pack	Bars and cocktail events
EJEco Brown Cocktail Napkin	2-ply, 1/4 fold	Rustic or eco-styled venues
EJEco Cocktail Napkin White 2-Ply	2-ply, 200 sheets	Standard bar and event use

 

Quilted Dinner Napkins for a Nicer Table Setting

Quilted napkins have a slightly textured, embossed finish, giving them a more premium look and feel than a flat luncheon napkin, without moving into full cloth-napkin pricing.

Product	Format	Good For
Tork Quilted White Cutlery Pocket Napkin	Quilted, cutlery pocket	Table settings needing a tidy cutlery hold
Duro Quilted Dinner Napkin – White GT Fold	Quilted, GT fold	Restaurants wanting a textured finish
EJEco Dinner Napkin White 2-Ply	2-ply, 100 sheets	Everyday dinner service
EJEco White Quilted Dinner Napkin 2-Ply	Quilted, GT fold	A nicer finish at a reasonable price
EJEco Brown Quilted 2-Ply Dinner Napkin	Quilted, GT fold	Rustic or earthy table settings

 

Premium Cloth-Style Napkins

For venues wanting the look of cloth without the laundering, this option gives a much more formal presentation.

Product	Format	Good For
Tork Premium LinStyle® Black Dinner Napkin	Cloth-style, black	Fine dining and formal events

Dispenser & Interfold Napkins

These are made to sit properly inside a tabletop napkin dispenser, dispensing one at a time rather than being stacked loosely.

Product	Format	Good For
Tork Xpressnap White Dispenser Napkin	Interfold	Cafés with Tork Xpressnap dispensers
EJEco Brown Interfold Dispenser Napkins 2-Ply	2-ply, 250 sheets, V-fold	Eco-styled cafés with dispensers
EJEco Brown Dispenser Napkins 1-Ply	1-ply, 250 sheets	Budget-friendly dispenser refill
EJEco White Dispenser Napkins 1-Ply	1-ply, 250 sheets	Standard white dispenser refill
EJEco White Interfold Dispenser Napkins 1-Ply	1-ply, 500 sheets, V-fold	Higher-volume dispenser use

 

Bulk Lunch Napkins for High-Volume Use

These are priced and packed for venues going through napkins fast, catering companies, canteens, and busy takeaway counters.

Product	Format	Good For
EJEco Lunch Napkin Brown 1-Ply, 500 Sheets	1-ply, 500 sheets	High-volume, budget-conscious venues
EJEco Lunch Napkin White 1-Ply, 500 Sheets	1-ply, 500 sheets	Same as above, white finish
EJEco White Lunch Napkins 2-Ply, 100 Sheets	2-ply, 100 sheets	Everyday lunch service
EJEco Lunch Napkins White 2-Ply, 100 Sheets	2-ply, 100 sheets	Alternate pack of the above

Common Mistakes When Buying Napkins

1. Choosing based on price alone. A cheap, flimsy napkin often gets used two or three at a time, cancelling out the saving.
   
   
2. Using the wrong size for the setting. Cocktail napkins are too small for a sit-down meal, and dinner napkins are overkill for a quick coffee counter.
   
   
3. Ignoring dispenser fold type. Interfold and V-fold napkins are made for specific dispensers, and the wrong fold won't sit or dispense properly.
   
   
4. Mismatching the napkin to the venue's tone. A flat, thin napkin looks out of place at a table set for fine dining, just as an overly formal napkin can feel odd at a casual cafe.
   
   
5. Underordering for events or busy periods. Running low mid-service is avoidable with a bulk pack sized to actual guest numbers.
   
   

Why Businesses Choose A to Z Cleaning Supplies

• Trusted hospitality brands like Tork, EJEco, ABC, and Duro, all in one place
• A genuine range of formats, from cocktail to dinner to dispenser-specific napkins
• Bulk and eco-friendly options available, suited to high-volume or sustainability-focused venues
• Fast delivery across Australia, so service isn't held up waiting on stock
• Suitable for cafés, restaurants, catering, bars, and events, not just one type of venue
  
  

How to Actually Choose the Right One

• Casual café or takeaway? A standard 1-ply luncheon napkin covers it.
• Table service restaurant? Go for a 2-ply or quilted napkin for a nicer feel.
• Bar or cocktail event? Cocktail napkins are the right size for quick use.
• Fine dining or formal event? The LinStyle cloth-style napkin gives a premium look without laundering.
• Café with a tabletop dispenser? Match the napkin fold, interfold or V-fold, to your dispenser.
• Catering or high-volume venue? Bulk 500-sheet packs keep cost per napkin down.

Not sure which napkin fits your setting or dispenser? Our team can help you pick the right fold, size, and quantity before you order. Browse the full Napkin & Serviette range, or call 0403 368 091 for help.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What's the difference between a luncheon napkin and a cocktail napkin? 
   A luncheon napkin is bigger and meant for a full meal. A cocktail napkin is smaller, made for holding a drink or a quick bite without needing much surface area.
   
   
2. Is 1-ply or 2-ply napkin better? 
   2-ply is thicker and feels nicer, which suits table service and dining. 1-ply is thinner and more affordable, which works well for cafés and takeaway counters where cost per napkin matters more.
   
   
3. What does GT fold or V-fold mean? 
   These refer to how the napkin is folded. GT fold is a common quilted dinner napkin fold, while V-fold and interfold are designed to sit properly and dispense one at a time from a tabletop dispenser.
   
   
4. Are cloth-style napkins worth it over paper? 
   For fine dining or formal events, yes, they give a noticeably more premium look. For everyday café or restaurant use, a good quality paper napkin does the job without the extra cost.
   
   
5. How do I know which napkin fits my dispenser? 
   Check whether your dispenser takes interfold or V-fold napkins, and match accordingly. If you're not sure, send us a photo of the dispenser and we can help confirm the right product
   
   
6. Is buying in bulk actually worth it for napkins? If you're a catering business or a high-volume venue, yes. A 500-sheet pack like the EJEco Lunch Napkin range works out cheaper per napkin than reordering smaller packs constantly.