Quick Answer: Our top pick for spinach dip on a charcuterie board is Marketside Spinach & Artichoke Dip (4.7 out of 5). Classic spinach dip: Marketside Spinach Dip. To serve warm: Trader Joe's Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Dip. We ranked 7 widely sold options on how they work on a board, published taste tests and awards, ingredients, value and how easy they are to find.
Spinach dip, with or without artichoke, is the creamy dip that disappears first from a game-day or holiday board. Sporked tasted more than 20 tubs and Eat This, Not That ranked eight. Several store brands beat the national names, so check your store's deli case before the chip aisle.
How we ranked these: these are researched picks, not a side-by-side tasting. We scored each product on published taste tests and awards, its ingredient list, price and where you can buy it, plus how that style of product behaves on a board. Sources are listed at the end, and the full method is on our buying guides hub. Prices and stock last checked October 2026.
Our picks at a glance
| Pick | Rating |
|---|---|
| Best overall: Marketside Spinach & Artichoke Dip ($) | ★★★★½ 4.7 |
| Best classic spinach dip: Marketside Spinach Dip ($) | ★★★★½ 4.5 |
| Best to serve warm: Trader Joe's Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Dip ($) | ★★★★☆ 3.9 |
The full ranking
| Product | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Marketside Spinach & Artichoke Dip ($) | ★★★★½ 4.7 | Every board |
| 2. La Terra Fina Spinach Artichoke & Parmesan Dip & Spread ($) | ★★★★½ 4.5 | Cold or warm |
| 3. Marketside Spinach Dip ($) | ★★★★½ 4.5 | Classic spinach dip |
| 4. Good & Gather Spinach Artichoke Dip ($) | ★★★★½ 4.3 | Artichoke lovers |
| 5. Park Street Deli Spinach Dip ($) | ★★★★☆ 4.0 | Guests who don't love spinach |
| 6. Trader Joe's Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Dip ($) | ★★★★☆ 3.9 | A hot dip |
| 7. Stonemill Kitchens Spinach Artichoke & Parmesan Dip ($) | ★★★★☆ 3.9 | Chunky, cheesy dip |
1. Marketside Spinach & Artichoke Dip
★★★★½ 4.7 out of 5 · Best overall · Best for: Every board · $ budget
Sporked's best of the best with 10 out of 10: cream cheese with mozzarella, parmesan and asiago, visible artichoke chunks, "creamy, cheesy, well-seasoned, vegetable-packed."
- Why we like it: Top score at a store-brand price.
- Keep in mind: Only at Walmart.
- Where to buy: Walmart deli case.
2. La Terra Fina Spinach Artichoke & Parmesan Dip & Spread
★★★★½ 4.5 out of 5 · Best for: Cold or warm · $ budget
First of eight at Eat This, Not That, which said it's great cold or heated and holds up on chips. Sporked gave it 9.5 out of 10 for a fresh spinach flavor.
- Why we like it: Works straight from the tub or baked.
- Keep in mind: A large tub at club stores.
- Where to buy: Costco and many grocery stores.
3. Marketside Spinach Dip
★★★★½ 4.5 out of 5 · Best classic spinach dip · Best for: Classic spinach dip · $ budget
Sporked's best classic spinach dip, with 9 out of 10: sour cream, mayo, spinach, water chestnuts and green onion, very creamy and well seasoned.
- Why we like it: The old-school party dip, done well.
- Keep in mind: Only at Walmart.
- Where to buy: Walmart deli case.
4. Good & Gather Spinach Artichoke Dip
★★★★½ 4.3 out of 5 · Best for: Artichoke lovers · $ budget
Sporked gave it 9 out of 10 for a briny, artichoke-forward flavor and thick texture. Eat This, Not That found it the freshest-tasting, though less cheesy, and ranked it 5th.
- Why we like it: Big artichoke flavor and a fresh taste.
- Keep in mind: Only at Target.
- Where to buy: Target.
5. Park Street Deli Spinach Dip
★★★★☆ 4.0 out of 5 · Best for: Guests who don't love spinach · $ budget
Sporked scored it 8.5 out of 10: creamy and herby, with finely chopped spinach that isn't overpowering.
- Why we like it: Mild and cheap.
- Keep in mind: Only at Aldi.
- Where to buy: Aldi.
6. Trader Joe's Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Dip
★★★★☆ 3.9 out of 5 · Best to serve warm · Best for: A hot dip · $ budget
A frozen dip you heat before serving. Eat This, Not That ranked it 2nd of eight: it tastes like a restaurant appetizer, with strong spinach and cheese flavor and no watery texture.
- Why we like it: Restaurant-style hot dip with no cooking skills needed.
- Keep in mind: Needs heating, so plan oven or microwave time.
- Where to buy: Trader Joe's freezer case.
7. Stonemill Kitchens Spinach Artichoke & Parmesan Dip
★★★★☆ 3.9 out of 5 · Best for: Chunky, cheesy dip · $ budget
Eat This, Not That ranked it 3rd of eight: chunky, with visible Parmesan, spinach and artichoke, cheese-forward without feeling heavy.
- Why we like it: Chunky texture.
- Keep in mind: Less widely stocked.
- Where to buy: Grocery deli cases.
How the scores break down
Each product is scored 1 to 5 on five things, then weighted: how it works on a board (30%), published taste tests and awards (25%), ingredients (15%), value (15%) and how easy it is to find (15%).
| Product | On the board | Reviews and awards | Ingredients | Value | Easy to find | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketside Spinach & Artichoke Dip | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4.7 |
| La Terra Fina Spinach Artichoke & Parmesan Dip & Spread | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4.5 |
| Marketside Spinach Dip | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4.5 |
| Good & Gather Spinach Artichoke Dip | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4.3 |
| Park Street Deli Spinach Dip | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4.0 |
| Trader Joe's Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Dip | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3.9 |
| Stonemill Kitchens Spinach Artichoke & Parmesan Dip | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3.9 |
What to look for on the label
Label check: Look for cream cheese, sour cream or real cheese near the top and visible spinach and artichoke pieces. Dips built mostly on mayonnaise or yogurt taste tangier and thinner.
Skip: Very thick, cream-cheese-style dips for chips. Eat This, Not That found Philadelphia's spinach dip so thick it broke sturdy chips. Use those as a spread instead.
Serving it: cold dips should stay in the fridge until guests arrive and come off the table after 2 hours. Serve warm dips in a small oven-safe dish or mini slow cooker. Put out sturdy dippers: pita chips, tortilla chips, baguette slices, carrots and bell pepper strips.
For what spinach dip pairs with and how to serve it, see the charcuterie board dips guide. To see every ranked guide, visit our charcuterie buying guides.
Spinach dip questions
What is the best store-bought spinach dip?
Marketside Spinach & Artichoke Dip from Walmart, which Sporked scored 10 out of 10. La Terra Fina, at Costco and many grocers, ranked first at Eat This, Not That.
Can you heat store-bought spinach artichoke dip?
Many can be. Check the tub. La Terra Fina is made to be served cold or warm, and Trader Joe's frozen dip must be heated.
What do you dip in spinach dip?
Pita chips, tortilla chips, baguette slices, crackers, carrots and bell pepper strips.
How long can spinach dip sit out?
No more than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F.
Sources
- Sporked: The Best Spinach Artichoke Dip (and Regular Spinach Dip, Too)
- Eat This, Not That: Best-Tasting Spinach Artichoke Dips
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