Lenox Portola Metallic Stainless Steel Flatware Set, 65-Piece

Last updated: September 30, 2020


This flatware set is highly resistant to rust or fading, even after many trips to the dishwasher. The wide array of pieces means you won't have to worry about a few missing forks or spoons as time goes on. The slightly embellished style can mesh well with any dinner setting. During our testing, we liked the way these utensils felt in our hands — they felt solid, without being too heavy.

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Product Details

Key Takeaway: A wide array of utensils made of durable steel.

In our analysis of 103 expert reviews, the Lenox Portola Stainless Steel 65-piece Flatware Set placed 6th when we looked at the top 17 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

This contemporary flatware set brings easy sophistication to both casual and formal dining. Each piece features a simply sculpted band of subtle circles at the end of the handle. Sure to enliven any dining room. This Product is only eligible for the Lenox breakage replacement program if purchased directly from an authorized seller. Any item purchased from an unauthorized seller will not be eligible as the breakage replacement program is non-transferable.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

18/10 steel is durable and resistant to rust. Includes a hostess set and 12 place settings.
The dinner set is both stylish yet functional. The stainless steel cutlery brings class and sophistication to the table however it also makes sure that there is no breakage and that your cutlery lasts for a long time. The flatware is available in a number of distinctive styles to further enhance your dining experience. All in all, this flatware set is well worth the money spent if you are someone that likes to dine in style.
Off the charts in terms of quality. The pieces have a sophisticated, heavy feel that makes them incredibly sturdy and comfortable to use.
The Lenox Portola 65-Piece Flatware Set is the most affordable flatware set in our guide by a significant margin. At its current price, you are paying about $1.50 per piece. This is impressive considering that the flatware is made of durable and tarnish-resistant 18/10 stainless steel.
The Portola flatware has a more traditional look than the Oneida Mooncrest, with small circles and bands on the end of each handle. Reviewers say the embellishment is still understated enough to suit most tastes and casual enough for everyday use, however. Each piece has a pleasant weight and balance according to reviewers. This 18/10 stainless steel set is tarnish-resistant and dishwasher safe.
The fact that there are twelve, a number of pieces beyond what the average user needs, means that you won’t have problems with misplacing them. Inevitably pieces go rogue. Whether its children accidently discarding silverware in the garbage when they clear their plates, or taking utensils to work for lunch and losing them, maintaining full sets is a common issue for households. With this set you get enough of them at a great price to not have to worry about a few pieces going missing. The Lenox Portola has a sleek and neat design. Edges are tapered softly on all sides. The handle-ends are slightly wider and heavier. At the edge of each is a design of lined-up subtle dots with a line above and below them. It’s a simple design and very understated. The best thing about it is that it will go perfectly with any other table accoutrements it’s coupled with—runners, linens, decorations, topers, etc.
This silverware set enhances the durability of the flatware set. Moreover, it makes the set dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. This stainless flatware set includes twelve 5-piece place settings, which makes it versatile.
- Ah Joo
A simple, classic design makes this flatware appropriate for everyday use while the small intricate handle details add a personal touch. Several consumers found that it worked for both their casual and formal needs.
Inside this set, there are 12 five-piece place sets and a five-piece hostess set all of which are resistant to stains/scratches safe for cleaning by dishwasher, thanks to the superior 18/10 stainless steel material. The handle of each flatware piece is sculpted with a band of beautiful circles which makes it have a luxurious look.
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Like other silverware sets, it is also made of premium stainless steel. Given the fact, their shine and polish would never fade out no matter how many years you use them. It’s an ideal silverware set for a big family, party or restaurant purpose.
The design is crafted with Lenox Fine China patterns to give a classic look. The material is 18/0 stainless steel for durability and strength. The pieces are tarnish-resistant and dishwasher safe.
This flatware set is constructed of 18/10 stainless steel which indicates that the product contains nickel that prevents rust. Customers were satisfied with the flatware set’s classically elegant design and durability.
This is a rather nice set at a good price. From Lenox the Portola flatware set includes twelve 5-piece place settings and one 5-piece hostess set. The 5-piece setting is the standard dinner fork, dinner knife, soup spoon, salad fork and teaspoon. The hostess set consists of a sugar spoon, butter serving knife, cold meat fork, serving tablespoon and a pierced tablespoon. It is 18/10 tarnish resistant stainless steel and dishwasher safe. It’s a subtle design with a little bead work edging at the end of each handle. This set is a great gift or replacement for your old kitchen’s cutlery.
It can be place in the dishwasher, it also includes hostess set flatware. It is versatile, durable and easy to clean.
This flatware set has the ability to blend in with your existing cutlery, or should I write, this flatware set would add to the elegance of your current cutlery. You can clean all the pieces in the dishwasher, as the entire set is dishwasher safe. Moreover, if anything happens to the flatware set, then you can get it replaced by the company as Lenox offers a lifetime breakage replacement program on all of its products.

What reviewers didn't like

Some reports of discoloration in the larger hostess set pieces.
On the more expensive end of the spectrum, but you are paying for the quality of materials.
Complaints of rust
However, there are few reports of scratches, rust.
A few users report a problem with rust on the knives, although it seems to be a rare occurrence.
This is a bit expensive
It has problem of rust when purchase made in china so make sure that the set you bought is stamp made in Vietnam.
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