What are brown takeaway bags?
Strong kraft paper carrier bags with a flat, reinforced base that stands upright on the counter for fast loading. Available with flat tape or twisted paper handles and side gussets for capacity.
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Brown Takeaway Bags
Robust kraft brown takeaway bags with flat block bottoms for stable packing and quick service. Ideal for cafés, restaurants, delis and retail—plastic-free, recyclable and easy to brand with labels or stamps.
Kraft Paper Block Bottom Flat or Twisted Handles* Recyclable Food Service Ready
Explore more paper packaging: Paper Bags · Gusseted Paper Bags · Paper Mailing Bags. Pack inside Single Wall Boxes for couriers, and protect with Cardboard Sheets.
Why choose kraft carriers?
Operational speed: freestanding base and wide opening speeds up service.
Presentation: natural kraft finish suits hospitality and retail branding.
Eco credentials: plastic-free and widely recyclable in paper streams.
Best-use scenarios
Takeaway & delivery: hot food boxes, clamshells, coffee trays. Add a label for order checks.
Bakery & deli: pastry cartons and tubs—use sheet pads to separate items.
Retail & gifting: apparel boxes, gifts, homeware. For shipping, place the packed bag into a double wall box.
Events: goody bags with brochures—pair with board envelopes for documents.
Choosing size & handle type
| Bag size (W × G × H, mm) | Handle | Suggested contents | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 × 90 × 215 | Flat tape | Pastry boxes, small tubs | Compact counter bag; minimal footprint |
| 260 × 170 × 250 | Twisted paper | Meal boxes, coffee carriers | Popular all-rounder for takeaways |
| 320 × 220 × 350 | Twisted paper | Family orders, apparel boxes | Extra volume; stable block bottom |
For extra depth without moving to cartons, see Gusseted Paper Bags. Shipping via courier? Outer-pack in Single Wall Boxes.
Packing tips
Load heavy items first: place dense containers flat against the base.
Balance the weight: distribute left/right to protect handles.
Moisture control: line with a light poly bag or greaseproof wrap if required.
Combine with
Printer Address Labels for click-&-collect ID, Documents Enclosed Wallets for receipts/menus, and Cardboard Envelopes for flat inserts.
How do they compare?
Brown Takeaway Bags
Freestanding, quick-pack carriers for food service and retail—ideal at the counter.
Paper Mailing Bags
Peel-&-seal mailers for eCommerce shipping. See Paper Mailing Bags.
Gusseted Paper Bags
Expandable mailers with side gussets for extra volume. See Gusseted Paper Bags.
Brown Takeaway Bags – FAQs
They are suitable for carrying packaged foods. For direct-contact, use a food-safe inner wrap or liner.
Flat tape handles stack flatter and are cost-effective. Twisted handles offer a premium look and higher hand comfort for heavier loads.
Large formats such as 320 × 220 × 350 mm suit multiple clamshells and tubs. Balance weight across the base for comfort and stability.
Yes—apply branded labels or discuss custom print options (MOQ dependent).
Yes—remove non-paper components and recycle with household paper/card streams.