Take a look at these 15+ amazing food bar ideas. Jot them down as inspiration for your wedding, next party, event or Holiday gathering.
Have you researched the amazing food bar ideas out there! It is crazy. I am blown away by the creativity of people and their ideas.
I updated this post and now it includes 28 ideas that are perfect for any event.
15+ Amazing Food Bar Ideas
These food bar ideas are not just for weddings. Think about all the events you attend or host. Most of these would work for just about any of them.
To start out I want to show you a picture of Brian’s graduation party. All he wanted at his party was Scratch Cupcakes.
I priced them and it was going to be very similar or even cheaper than purchasing food for a meal. Plus all I had to do was drive to pick them up. I did take the time to make some description cards for each cupcake flavor. This cupcake bar was a HUGE hit!
I have created a list of the most fun and yummiest food bar ideas that I found on some great blogs.
15+ Amazing Food Bar Ideas for Your Reception or Event
Take a look at these 15+ amazing food bar ideas. Jot them down as inspiration for your wedding, next party, event or Holiday gathering.
How to Make a DIY Hot Chocolate Bar
Hot Chocolate bar is always a great choice for a winter party or event.
7 tips for setting up a holiday cocktail bar
Another "must have" at a holiday party. I would love to set up a holiday cocktail bar.
An Epic Pancake Bar with All the Best Toppings!
I used to served holiday brunch at my house every Christmas morning. This would have been the perfect way to serve pancakes.
How to Set Up an Easy Dessert Bar
Desserts are always a good idea. Put this next to your coffee or hot chocolate and it will be a big hit.
Waffle Bar
Waffles are another great breakfast food bar idea. The decorations are so festive too.
How to Build a Yogurt Bar
Yogurt is perfect for breakfast or later in the day and there are so many great toppings that can be featured.
Mimosa Bar
A mimosa bar! It is sounds so fantastic but just look at it! It IS fantastic!
How To Set Up A Bacon Bar Buffet For Brunch
When in doubt...add bacon! This event bar includes a lot of bacon and who doesn't love that?
Smoked Salmon Bagel Bar + Video
Smoked Salmon is perfect for a great Bagel Bar! Check this one out.
DIY Mimosa Bar
Or a Mama-Mosa Bar for a baby shower. You can offer alcoholic and non-alcoholic choices for this one!
A Grazing Table Shopping List: Essentials You'll Need
I had never thought of a "grazing table" before but it makes perfect sense at a party. Let your guests graze all they want with this perfect and fun idea.
Build Your Own Burger Bar At Home
I would LOVE to see a build your own burger bar at a party I attend. It would be a big hit.
Nacho Bar
This would be such an easy idea and perfect for every season.
Ultimate Salad Bar
I love it when a restaurant has a super great salad bar! The possibilities are endless with this one.
Baked Potato Bar {Easy Party Favorite}
Baked potatoes are easy to make and very filling. Plus they are a more budget friendly option for a great event bar idea.
Instant Pot Mashed Potato Bar
If you have an Instant Pot then maybe mashed potatoes would be a better option. I love loaded mashed potatoes!
Walking Taco Bar
These are perfect for the non-sit down party. Walking around with a taco in a bag makes it so easy and fun.
Burger & Fry Bar
The burger bar is a great idea but let's add in some choices for fries too! I LOVE this.
Why not set up a self serve baked potato bar at your next BBQ!
This baked potato bar is perfect at your summer BBQ event!
How to Set Up an Ice Cream Float Bar
Now for the dessert bars. How about some Ice cream floats? These are so fun an fancy.
How To Set Up A S'mores Bar For Summer Entertaining
Your outdoor party or event will never be the same again. Offer a s'mores bar with all of the fixin's.
Fun Stay at Home Candy Buffet Ideas
This candy buffet is so colorful. Wouldn't it be fun at a birthday part or summer event?
Popcorn Bar
Who doesn't love popcorn? I love this idea as something unique and different to offer your guests. The different flavors of popcorn are a great base for many topping add-ons.
DIY Ice Cream Sundae Bar
Ice cream sundaes? Yes please. This would be a big hit at any event I would host. We LOVE ice cream. The toppings and the different cone choices would be super fun.
How to host an old fashioned pie social
This is one of my favorite ideas for for a food bar. Different pies in one place to choose from is a dream for a lot of people including me!
Host a Halloween Cupcake Bar - Free Printable!
Cupcakes are such a great dessert bar item especially for holidays. These Halloween cupcakes are so cute and there is a free pintable so check it out!
Cocoa Bar DIY Glass Jars
This was my hot cocoa bar and the glass jars that I made. I had this out for my family during the Holidays and it was a lot of fun!
I hope this gives you some ideas and inspiration for food bars when you host events and parties.
Also, here are some great products you may love for the food bar at your party or event.
There are so many creative ways to offer food to guests so next time you are hosting a baby shower, bridal shower, summer BBQ event or a holiday party think of this post and look up your favorite ideas.
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Michelle
Meegan
Friday 15th of October 2021
Wow! You have some amazing ideas and creative ways of serving party food. These will be really fun for our large family gatherings. Especially for the Holidays coming up. Have a wonderful weekend, Michelle!
Michelle
Tuesday 19th of October 2021
Thanks Meegan! I love these ideas. There are so many great ideas out there.
Sara
Monday 11th of October 2021
Great ideas; I love them all. Should've eaten before I looked - lol!
Michelle
Monday 11th of October 2021
Haha! Thank you Sara. People are so creative.
maria
Thursday 7th of October 2021
These are great ideas for the holidays. Thanks for the share.
Michelle
Thursday 7th of October 2021
They are all such fun. Thanks for stopping by and taking a look!