Graters For Home Cooks

Graters for home cooks make meal prep easier, whether you’re shredding cheese, zesting citrus, or grating vegetables. Designed for everyday use, these kitchen essentials help bring out the best in your ingredients and streamline your cooking routine. Explore a range of graters for home cooks to find the right tool for every task, from simple weeknight dinners to special homemade treats.

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  • Microplane Soft-Handle Zester Grater, 12"
    $11.99
    (101)

    I love the design of this grater as it holds the zest in the grater till I dump it out--no more grating over plates or cutting board and then scraping it all together,...Great grater

    Pros: easy to clean, ease of use, versatility

  • Zyliss Gourmet Tabletop Drum Grater
    $199.95
    (17)

    Great grater...I've used smaller graters over the past 40 years and the zyliss grater is wonderful- easy to use and clean....A Great Slicer Grater...Get all the different gauge graters. You will use them all. Swiss ingenuity at its simplest and best

    Pros: sturdy, easy to clean, easy assembly

  • Microplane 5-in-1 Elite Box Grater
    $54.95
    (17)

    Elite Box Grater....Excellent-The perfect box grater for any use in the kitchen....Good grater

    Pros: sharpness, versatility, easy to use

  • Microplane Elite Zester, Green
    $19.95
    (15)

    best grater ever...I was visiting the store in Carmel, CA and needed a grater for our second home. I saw this and thought I'd try it. ...t believe I tried getting along with a cheese grater this long.

    Pros: love, less messy, effectiveness

  • OXO Good Grips Box Grater
    $24.95
    (12)

    Great grater!...Great grater! Good grip and sturdy....Box Grater...This grater is great. I especially love the clear box you can attach to the bottom.

    Pros: sturdy, good grip, clear box attachment

  • Sur La Table Stainless Steel Coarse Grater
    $29.95
    (10)

    Grater...Love my grater

    Pros: sharp, love, effectiveness

  • Microplane Professional Paddle Grater, Fine
    $26.95
    (10)

    Grater...MicroPlane Fine SS grater...The all stainless steel graters are worth the price.

    Pros: compact, works well, sturdy

  • Sur La Table Stainless Steel Rasp Grater
    $29.95
    (8)

    One of the best graters I have owned. Very strong and durable....SLT Stainless Steel Rasp Grater...This grater is so sharp nutmeg just glides accross. It beats my old one that I have been using.

    Pros: works great, easy to use, strong

  • Joseph Joseph Handi-Grate 2-in-1 Mini Grater and Slicer
    $18
    (8)

    This grater is small and the slicer and grater work well.

    Pros: slicer works well, good for grating nutmeg, small size

  • Microplane Professional Paddle Grater, Extra Coarse
    $26.95
    (8)

    Best grater! Good for hard or medium cheese....Worlds Best Graters!...I have had two Microplane graters, one fine, one extra course, in constant use for about 20 years.

    Pros: durable, sharpness, easy to use

  • Microplane Soft-Handle Fine Grater, Green
    $13.95
    (6)

    I use this grater almost every day. It's a great buy that I would recommend to anyone....Ergonomically, it would be better if the handle was directly over the grater.

    Pros: easy to use, frequent use, ergonomic

  • Sur La Table Stainless Steel Fine Grater
    $29.95
    (6)

    This grater is well built and gets used constantly. It gets thrown in the dishwasher and comes out clean. ...High-quality grater...This is an extraordinarily high-quality grater, and provides the best grated cheese for use on pasta dishes.

    Pros: well made, effective grating, fine grate

  • OXO Good Grips Mini Grate & Slice Set
    $29.95
    (5)

    I love the way you can pack-away all the grater surfaces into the attached storage container. ...Convenient Grater & Slicer

    Pros: easy to use, easy to store, space-saving

  • Grate Plate Handmade Ceramic Grater
    $31.95
    (5)

    Garlic skin removal and grater...I have mixed feelings about this grater. It works great on ginger, very quick and easy.

    Pros: usefulness, works great on ginger, durable

  • Microplane Premium Spice Grater
    $11.95
    (5)

    Good grater for nutmeg...First of all, let me say that I love my standard Microplane grater. And I haven't been enchanted w/a lot of the specialized graters -- except for this one.

    Pros: easy to use, finer grate, effective

  • Microplane Professional Paddle Grater, Coarse
    $26.95
    (5)

    Great grater...Great Grater!...This grater is very sharp and well made. It's made it through the dish washer on top shelf and grates cheese easily.

    Pros: durable, dishwasher safe, great for parmesan

  • Microplane Soft-Handle Coarse Grater, Green
    $13.95
    (4)

    Great coarse grater

    Pros: perfect size, easy to grip, perfect

  • Sur La Table 5-In-1 Grate & Slice Set
    $39.95
    (3)

    The concept of this handled grater with multiple blades and a storage lid is fantastic. ...Great graters!...If you don't have this set of graters you need to get it. The graters work like a charm but having the container to catch what you grate?

    Pros: container to catch grated items, effective graters, variety of graters

  • Joseph Joseph Twist Grater, Coarse & Fine
    $23
    (2)

    I like the dual usage - I can use the grater over a bowl or twist the handle and set it on the table where I can use more pressure to grate. ...Handy Grater

    Pros: ease of use, measures cheese, protective cover

  • Sur La Table Olivewood Zester
    $38.95
    (2)

    Designed for the home chef, this handheld zester combines utility and style. Stainless steel blade is sharp–perfect for zesting citrus, ginger, garlic and more–while olivewood handle adds a rustic touch.

    Pros: protective cover, appearance, great quality

  • OXO Steel-Etched Hand Grater
    $19.95
    (1)

    The OXO steel grater is your secret weapon when it comes to adding a finishing touch to both sweet and savory dishes. It grates fluffy clouds of parmesan onto big bowls of pasta, adds lemon zest to a homemade salad dressing or creates little curls of...

    Pros: easy to store, quality, good value

  • Sur La Table Stainless Steel Box Grater
    $39.95
    (1)

    Stainless steel box grater...Perfect Cheese Grater...I love this stainless steal cheese grater. It's sturdy and sharp and easy to use. It's exactly what I was looking for for.

    Pros: easy to use, timely arrival, works well

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    $319.95
    (637)

    Cuisinart continues to be the best food processor for my home. It is indispensable!!...I use for just about anything. Most recently the graters are amazing for cheese. Love it everything cuisinart

    Pros: reliable, durable, versatility

  • Cuisinart 7-Cup Food Processor
    $129.95
    (112)

    Great for home cook...My new 7-cup food processor is going to be in heavy use as long as I can find fresh basil.... and then I will experiment with sun dried tomatoes, cilantro and pecans. I have not used the grater yet, but cheese souffles are in the...

    Pros: easy to clean, easy to use, compact size

Graters For Home Cooks

A good grater is an essential tool for home cooks, whether you’re prepping a simple weeknight meal or putting together a spread for summer entertaining. The right grater can make quick work of everything from zesting lemons for a bright vinaigrette to shredding cheese for homemade pizza night. With so many styles to choose from—box graters, handheld rasps, rotary models, and more—there’s an option to suit every kitchen and cooking style. Box graters offer versatility, providing multiple grating surfaces in one compact tool, making them ideal for everything from coarse shreds of potato for latkes to fine ribbons of Parmesan. Handheld graters are lightweight and easy to maneuver, perfect for adding a finishing touch of citrus zest or fresh nutmeg right at the table. If you’re looking to save time or tackle larger quantities, rotary graters can quickly process hard cheeses and chocolate with minimal effort. When choosing a grater, consider the types of ingredients you use most often, the amount of storage space you have, and how comfortable the tool feels in your hand. Stainless steel construction is a popular choice for durability and easy cleaning, while non-slip handles and bases add a layer of safety and control, especially during longer prep sessions.

Graters are a thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys spending time in the kitchen, from beginner cooks just building their tool collection to seasoned home chefs who appreciate the efficiency of a sharp, reliable grating surface. They’re a practical addition to wedding registries, housewarming baskets, or even as a summer hostess gift—imagine presenting a new grater alongside a wedge of aged cheese and a bottle of olive oil for a Mediterranean-inspired treat. As summer produce comes into season, a quality grater makes it easy to incorporate fresh flavors into your cooking, whether you’re grating zucchini for a savory bread, shredding carrots for a crisp salad, or zesting limes for a refreshing dessert. The versatility of a good grater means it will see year-round use, from holiday baking to everyday meal prep. For those who value both function and form, many modern graters feature sleek designs that look right at home on the countertop, making them as attractive as they are useful.

No matter your skill level or kitchen setup, investing in the right grater can streamline your prep work and open up new possibilities in your cooking. A sharp grater not only saves time but also preserves the texture and flavor of fresh ingredients, allowing you to add subtle layers of taste and aroma to your dishes. If you’re looking to explore the full range of options, our curated selection covers everything from classic box models to specialty tools designed for specific tasks. Each one is chosen for quality, ease of use, and lasting performance, so you can count on your grater to deliver every time you reach for it. For a closer look at the different types available and to find the perfect fit for your kitchen, visit our Kitchen Grater collection. Whether you’re topping a fresh summer salad with curls of cheese or adding a dash of lemon zest to a homemade dessert, the right grater brings both convenience and inspiration to your everyday cooking.

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