Are you planning an outdoor party soon? If you silently said yes, you need a bar cart. With summer almost upon us, casual get togethers, dinner parties, and full out summer block parties are a great way to relax, enjoy the warmer weather and a dip in the pool with friends and family. If you are looking for a sensational bar cart to keep the party alive, organized, and your guests hydrated, fed and happy, read on. In this guide I selected bar carts based on price, features, durability, style, and outdoor use. Let the celebrations begin!
What is the best bar cart for a summer party?
Here are my top picks for the best bar carts for a summer party and any outdoor get together!
- Pottery Barn, Abbott Concrete & FSC® Acacia Island and Hutch
- Pottery Barn, Indio FSC® Eucalyptus Bar Cart
- Target, Novogratz Penelope Indoor/Outdoor Bar Cart
- Langley Street via Wayfair, Langley Street® Drumaridly Bar Cart
- 17 Stories via Wayfair, Patio Serving Carts with Shelves
1. Abbott Concrete & FSC® Acacia Island and Hutch
This is a queen with all the bells and whistles! Tons of features including consciously sourced Acacia wood framing, hooks, bottle opener, concrete countertop and of course a hutch with integrated shelving! This bar cart is a major piece and one that can transition from outdoors to indoor kitchen use beautifully.
Where to buy : www.potterybarn.com/
Why I love it:
- Mobile
- Integrated Features- Bottle Opener, Towel Hooks, Grab Bar, Hutch w/ Shelving
- Storage Capabilites
- Real Concrete Countertop Can Double as Prep Station
- Guaranteed “Oohs” and “Ahhs” From Guests.
2. Indio FSC® Eucalyptus Bar Cart
The smaller more affordable version features kiln-dried wood which assists in preventing warping, splitting, cracking and developing mildew. Keep in mind, In order to freely move this bar cart, you will need to have it in a tilted position, so make sure you plan ahead of time where this bar cart will be placed first, then style and set up there.
Where to buy: www.potterybarn.com/
Why I love it:
- Size
- Mobility
- Oversized Wheel Detail
- Treated Wood
- On Trend Wood Visual
- Simple Overall Minimalist Design.
3. Novogratz Penelope Indoor/Outdoor Bar Cart
Playful, fun and simple metal framing powder coated in a variety of colors, budget friendly, what else do you need to keep your party going? A second one maybe? 🙂 Side note: The happy yellow color screams summer vibes!
Where to buy : www.target.com
Why I love it:
- Price
- Small Size
- Casters On All Legs
- FUN colors!
4. Langley Street® Drumaridly Bar Cart
This little darling with 3 Shelves makes this one a real space saver. Its cute design details makes an awesomely unique statement! Fun, flirty, and feminine.
Where to buy: Wayfair
Why I love it:
- Price
- Medium Size
- 3 Tray Like Shelves
- Unique design details
5. Patio Serving Carts with Shelves by 17 Stories
This bar cart has a modern and industrial feel to it. The casters are tiny but on all 4 legs making transitioning to different locations a breeze. The best feature is it is FOLDABLE and PORTABLE! Perfect for homes with a limited storage or for transporting to different party locations.
Where to buy: Wayfair
Why I love it:
- Mobility
- 3 Shelves
- Medium Sized
- Foldable and Portable
- Modern, Industrial Design
That wraps this round-up, up!
Thank you for spending time here today! I hope you find this helpful getting your summer party planned, executed and hosted! Remember to “party” a little yourself and let these bar carts work for you!
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