Most owners start the same way. They request custom deli paper, receive a number without context, and aren't sure whether it's correct. Then questions start coming in such as, How many sheets do I need? If the logo isn't printed well, what do you do?

This guide addresses those questions in the order buyers most frequently ask like the size, paper, minimum order, price, and artwork. The answers will be from the Deli Paper production floor, not a sales script.

What Are Custom Printed Deli Paper Sheets?

Custom printed deli paper sheets are cut-to-size, food-grade paper sheets with your company logo or pattern printed on one side. They package sandwiches and burgers, line trays and baskets, and package sliced meats and cheeses. Most are wrapped in kraft or white stock, have a grease-resistant finish, and are 30-45 GSM.

They can be used flat, stacked, or interfolded for dispensing one sheet at a time at the counter.

Why do restaurants have to print their own Deli paper?

The sheet is already in each customer's hands. When it comes to the food, nothing says it is safe to eat on plain paper. Custom logo deli paper can do the same and demonstrates your name, your colors, and your attention to detail.

The additional expense is minimal when you order quantities. Plates and press setup are paid per run, larger runs spread those costs over more plates.

If you purchase directly from the manufacturer, you would eliminate the reseller markup as well. It is especially important if the company is printing thousands of sheets per month.

There is a practical benefit as well. When all the signs are printed the same, employees aren't forced to use whatever paper is available, and your counter stays uniform.

What are the ordering sizes and specs?

First, determine the size of your custom deli wrap paper item, then match the weight to your fiftiest filling. A 12 x 12 inch sheet is used for most burgers and regular sandwiches, a 15 x 15 inch sheet for subs, and a 10 x 10 inch sheet for pastries and sliders.

Who uses them and how big is their use?

Food wrapping paper packaging that involves hand-wrapping. The size depends on what you're selling, so use the below as a guideline and confirm with a real order.

What is the MOQ and how many sheets are needed?

Calculate custom deli paper for restaurants operating, plus approximately 10% for waste. A shop that sells 250 wrapped items per day, 6 days a week, consumes about 1,500 sheets of paper each week, or about 6,500 sheets a month, including waste.

That number indicates the run size to request. MOQ is the minimum order a printer will process. MOQ is the minimum order a printer will process because plate and press setup costs are the same whether you print 20,000 sheets, 200,000, or more.

Don't buy more than you can use in a few months. Deli paper is thin, and paper stored in a damp storeroom may curl or absorb moisture.

What Does Custom Deli Paper Cost?

The price depends on five factors like sheet size, GSM, the number of colors used for printing, the amount of print on a sheet, and the order size. The larger the sheets, the more paper they consume. The denser the paper of deli paper sheets the more expensive it will be per sheet. Each additional color adds plates.

We don't have a flat price sheet because the same logo can cost much more when printed at 12 x 12 inches than at 15 x 15 inches, and the price changes with color. The most honest quote is based on your specific spec. Provide the size, colors, and quantities, then compare it with any reseller quote for the same spec.

How Do You Send Artwork That Prints Cleanly?

Provide a vector file (AI, EPS, or PDF) in outline format. Use a minimum line thickness of 1 pt and a max text size of 7 pt or more. Choose dark, solid colors for kraft paper, and keep the logo at least 0.25 inches from all edges.

Flat colors work well for flexographic printing. They don't cope well with photographs and soft gradients, so don't use them on thin paper.

On large runs, ask for a physical proof and approve a digital proof. To get the full details of color, placement, and common mistakes, check out.

Lead time depends on your order. It begins when artwork is approved, NOT when the order is placed.

How to Avoid Common Ordering Mistakes?

Take the oldest item, keep it for 10 minutes, and look at the paper. If oil is visible through, increase to a higher GSM. Next, look for the fold at the corners, as these are the first places the stock tears due to stiffness or brittleness.

The biggest error is buying the cheapest on a price-per-sheet basis. Thin, uneven paper saves a bit less per box and is more expensive in remade orders. The second is ordering a size that's too big, which wastes paper and is too bulky for a small sandwich.

What's so special about Order From The Deli Paper?

Deli Paper is a manufacturer, so the team that prints your sheets checks your artwork and proof. This ensures factory-direct pricing, quality inspection before shipment, and low MOQ pricing.

Orders ship from the USA, where we print on kraft or white paper. Reorders match your original deli paper sheets, ensuring consistent wraps by location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which size of paper is most often used in the deli? 

A: Most burgers or sandwiches will fit in a 12 x 12” box. Typically, subs are 15 x 15 inches.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity for printed Deli paper? 

A: It is based on the size and type of print. Printed sheets require a higher minimum, and your quote specifies them.

Q: What will be the price of custom deli paper? 

A: Price varies by size, GSM, colour, and quantity. Send your spec for an accurate quote.

Q: May I have a sample before running the complete test? 

A: Yes, for larger quantities, we recommend taking a physical sample to verify color and fold.

Get a free quote.

Wanna sign your name on all the wraps? Contact The Deli Paper at sales@thedelipaper.com or 832-900-9245 for a complimentary quote for the size, color, and quantity you need.