Channel your inner barista.
Skip the coffee shop line and create your very own coffee bar right at home. Whether it’s a small corner on your counter or a kitchen cart dedicated to your caffeine essentials, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to find the best coffee bar idea that fits your needs.
Wondering what to stock your home coffee bar with? Here are a few things that you will need:
- Coffee maker
- Coffee mugs
- Coffee beans
- Coffee bean grinder
The Extras
- Milk frother
- Your favorite creamer
- Your favorite sweetener
- Your favorite flavored syrups
- Your favorite spices (like cinnamon or nutmeg)
Now that you know what you'll need, it’s time to talk about coffee bar ideas. Keep reading to find the perfect space in your home to create a coffee bar.
Keep It on the Counter
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Create your own coffee corner by keeping your coffee essentials right on your kitchen counter. Having a coffee corner on the counter lets you grab a cup quickly while on the go or enjoy a cup of coffee while you make breakfast. If you find yourself using refrigerated items often, consider choosing a corner close to your fridge to avoid going back and forth.
If you find yourself with limited counter space, add a tray to keep your items together. It will help keep everything in one place and feel less cluttered. Add shelving above your coffee maker to add extra space for coffee mugs and supplies.
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Create a Caffeine Cart
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If you don’t have a lot of counter space, this coffee bar idea creates a coffee nook of its own. A kitchen cart will give you plenty of storage space for your coffee essentials while adding extra drawer and shelf space to keep unused items tucked away. If you opt for a cart on wheels, bring it wherever you go! Roll it to your home office for a caffeine-packed start to your day or to the pool for a cold glass of iced coffee for an afternoon refresh. When the coffee cart is not in use, move it out of the way to give you more room in your kitchen.
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Tip!
If you find that you are short on space, opt for a smaller cart (like a bar cart) for the perfect space-saving coffee bar idea. Not only will you have a place for coffee and tea, but you’ll be adding more coffee drinks to your happy-hour menu, like espresso martinis.
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Make It a Shelf
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No space for a coffee station? Think vertically! Create your own coffee space by adding wall shelves to your kitchen. Use shelves to hold your favorite coffee supplies (coffee mugs, a French press, and coffee grinds) to free up your counter space and act as coffee bar decor itself. Add in fun pieces, like coffee signs or florals, to add in that coffee-shop feel.
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Tip!
Stuck on what coffee maker to get? Read our guide Types of Coffee Makers: How to Choose the Best One for You.
Make It Mobile
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If you find yourself switching rooms in your home often or you have limited space, try adding a small coffee maker, mugs, and any other accessories you need to a decorative tray. The tray gives your coffee cups and maker a sturdy surface to sit on but also lets you take it with you when you’re switching rooms.
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Turn It Into a Breakfast Bar
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If you have a regular bar in your home, why not turn it into a coffee and breakfast bar? Include your go-to morning favorites, like your coffee maker, mugs, and essential breakfast bites. Add a bar stool so you can pull up a chair and enjoy your breakfast, coffee, and favorite book for an easy start to the day.
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Keep It Tucked Away
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If you are an occasional coffee drinker, this coffee bar idea is for you! Try keeping your coffee supplies tucked away in a cabinet. Opt for a cabinet with clear glass doors; it will make grabbing coffee ingredients easier. Keep your extra coffee beans and sugar packages in clear or labeled jars, making them easy to see but also stylish. This will keep your counters open and decluttered while keeping your coffee supplies nearby.
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