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A well-chosen bar cabinet doesn’t just store bottles and glassware, it elevates your space with style and function. Whether you’re mixing cocktails for guests or keeping your favorite vintages close at hand, the right piece brings both organization and elegance. Here are our picks for the best bar cabinets of 2025.
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Best Curved
Grandin Road Corrie Cabinet
If your home decor style is best described as mid-century modern with a luxe twist, this Corrie Cabinet is just the pick for you. The curved silhouette elevates any living room or kitchen, while the spacious interior is ideal for stashing barware, liquor or anything you want, really. Where it’s lacking in traditional bar cabinet features (like a wine rack or cocktail glass holder) it makes up for in chic presentation.
Dimensions: 39.5″W x 18″D x 34″H | Material: Wood, Rattan | Storage: 3 storage areas, 6 shelves, 1 reversible
Best Farmhouse
Gracie Oaks Farmhouse Wine Cabinet
Display your best wine glasses and bottles and still have enough room to serve guests drinks or appetizers thanks to this farmhouse chic cabinet. Constructed from solid wood, the concealed shelves and drawers make this piece oh-so versatile whether you need storage for barware or extra dinnerware. Speaking of, have you seen these beautiful buffet tables?
Dimensions: 42.52” H X 15.75” D X 47.25” L | Material: Solid wood | Storage: 11-bottle wine rack, 6 stemware racks, 2 sliding doors, 3 drawers
Best Exposed
Wade Logan Chichica Bar Cabinet
While some bar cabinets offer concealed storage, others act as a centerpiece to show off your display-worthy kitchen gear like a wine decanter and beautiful drink pitchers. That’s exactly what you’ll get with this exposed cabinet with tempered glass shelving. Modern and elegant, it boasts ample wine bottle storage and a wine glass rack. It’s ideal for home decorators who crave a functional storage piece as stunning as their entertaining gear.
Dimensions: 41″H x 50.75″W x 20″D | Material: Tempered glass, MDF | Storage: 3 glass shelves, 1 stemware rack
Best Rustic
Bourbon Barrel Cabinet
Available in four wood finishes, this beloved rustic cabinet is a top pick among shoppers—and it’s clear why. It offers plenty of tabletop space for serving or decorating barware just like you would a bar cart. But the real kicker is the concealed wine glass rack and lofty interior storage space. If you have a hard time keeping your entertaining gear organized (who doesn’t?!), this classic pick is for you.
Dimensions: Custom | Material: Wood | Storage: 2 rotating shelves
Mid-Century Modern Bar Cabinet
With wine rack storage for 18 bottles of vino and two cabinets on either side, this mid-century modern bar cabinet has all the bells and whistles of the best bar cabinet. Plus, it has two interior shelves for stashing liquor, bar cart gear or extra dinnerware. The slated hinged doors in a smooth walnut, oak or charcoal finish make this beauty worthy of any living room or kitchen display.
Dimensions: 46″ (W) x 17″ (D) x 37″ (H) | Material: Solid and manufactured wood | Storage: 18-bottle wine rack, 2 cabinets and 2 shelves.
What to Consider When Choosing a Bar Cabinet
Dimensions
Before you fall in love with a cabinet’s style, make sure it actually fits your space. Measure the width, height and depth of the area you’re working with, and think about how the doors will open and whether you’ll still have room to move around. Depth matters more than people realize–you want shelves that can comfortably hold standard bottles without wasting space. And if you tend to pick up new bottles often, it’s worth choosing a cabinet with a little extra breathing room so you’re not reorganizing every time you come home with something new.
Materials
Bar cabinets come in a mix of woods, metals and glass, and each material brings a different look and level of upkeep. Solid wood feels warm and traditional and often ages nicely, though it may need occasional conditioning. Engineered woods and laminates are more budget-friendly and typically easier to maintain. Metal frames or accents add a modern edge, while glass doors turn your liquor display into more of a decor moment. Think about how much wear your cabinet will get and choose something that can handle your household’s reality, not just your style aspirations.
Storage
Good bar cabinets do more than hide bottles; they make your setup easier to use. Look at how the interior is arranged and whether it suits what you actually drink and serve. Some cabinets handle tall bottles better than others, and features like adjustable shelves or dedicated racks for stemware can make a big difference. Drawers help keep small tools from getting lost, and if you have kids or expensive bottles, a locking door isn’t overkill: it’s practical.
Aesthetic
A bar cabinet should feel like it belongs in the room, not like you parked a piece of restaurant furniture in the corner. Consider the finishes and hardware you already have at home and look for something that complements them. If you want the cabinet to double as a showpiece, glass doors, interior lighting or a bold design can give it that “center of attention” effect. If you prefer something more subtle, stick to clean lines and finishes that blend with your existing decor. In either case, choose a cabinet you enjoy looking at, because it’s going to be part of your everyday space, not just your cocktail hours.
FAQ
What are bar cabinets called?
Bar cabinets are also referred to as a “cellarette” which is a small cabinet made in various sizes and shapes, usually made with storage compartments for bottles or cans of alcoholic beverages. Many use these for storing wines, bourbons, whisky and other glass bottles for the perfect home bar setup.
What is the ideal bar cabinet length?
A bar cabinet should be between 20 and 30 inches long to have enough room for bottles, shakers, bitters, glassware and other drink accessories. Many also select bar cabinets with some drawers or cubbies to keep smaller cocktail accessories organized.
What to look for in a bar cabinet?
Bar cabinets should have shelving, drawers, racks and other storage methods for bottles, glasses, shakers, decanters and accessories. Some other basic things to keep in the bar cart are garnish picks, cocktail napkins, mixing tools, coasters, humidors or even cocktail recipe books.
Should bar cabinets match kitchen cabinets?
This is entirely up to the user and the layout of their space. If a home bar is right off the kitchen, having their cabinets be a different color than the kitchen cabinets can create a sense of separation, giving each their own aesthetic and space. However, those that want a cohesive design between the kitchen and bar should have their bar cabinets in the same hue.
What is the ideal bar cabinet height?
A home bar should be between 41 and 43 inches high, which is slightly higher than the average countertop. However, those within certain height ranges may consider taller or smaller models.
Why You Should Trust Us
Madi Koetting is a pioneer of Taste of Home‘s social media and editorial team with hands-on experience testing and reviewing top products for more brands including Reader’s Digest, The Everygirl, Stylecaster, Family Handyman and more. During her time with these publications, she has reviewed thousands of products in the home and lifestyle sphere, including the best pots and pans organizers, the best smokeless fire pits and even the Bartesian cocktail maker. Given her extensive experience, she is an excellent candidate to review the best bar cabinets.
Paul Rankin, Content Updates Editor at Taste of Home, updated and contributed research to this article. Paul is also a product tester and writer at Bob Vila and has written shopping guides since 2021.
