I bought these to go with the service for 12 I bought of the 4 piece place settings. These small bowls are great size for fruit, small veggie sides, or even ice cream, comparable to a small Pyrex custard bowl, which I use for just about anything. Good complement to the larger flat salad/soup bowls that come w/ the 16 piece place setting. I love these dishes. Can't recommend them enough--Thanks Overstock!!!