Outdoor Bar Centers

Bar centers bundle everything: chilled ice, washed fruit, drained glassware, and bottle storage, so you mix cocktails without running back indoors.

Drop-in models rest on a countertop cut-out (DIY-friendly); built-in units sit flush with a full flange and often include front doors for extra storage.

304 resists rust almost everywhere; 316 (marine grade) adds molybdenum for superior salt-spray protection in coastal climates. Best of Backyard stocks both.

18–24 in drop-ins suit small patios; 30–36 in centers offer dual ice bins & sinks; 42 in “mixology stations” handle high-volume entertaining.

Each product page lists cut-out width, depth, and height—add ⅛ in clearance and frame the opening with non-combustible backer board.

Cold only is common; a point-of-use electric heater adds hot rinse capability for sticky syrup shakers.

Yes—tie the sink and melted-ice drain to your home’s gray-water line or a French drain per local code. Ice bins feature a ¾ in threaded drain stub.

Double-wall, foam-insulated bins hold ice 4–6 hours in 90 °F weather; adding a lid or cutting-board cover extends chill time.

Yes—most rails lift out for a soapy scrub; dishwasher-safe on premium brands.

Many bar centers include pre-drilled holes for clip-on rails or caddies—check accessories on our product page.

Packages usually ship with a cold-water bar faucet; upgrade to a tall gooseneck or pull-down sprayer in the options menu.

Close the stainless ice-bin lid, rinse syrup bottles nightly, and wipe the cutting board with mild vinegar before covering.

Cocktail strainer insert, condiment tray, speed-rail cover, LED bar light, and matching trash chute—bundle & save at checkout.

Shut off and drain water lines, blow out with compressed air, remove the faucet cartridge, and leave the ice-bin drain open so any melt water escapes.

UV won’t stain; pool splash can leave spots—rinse and wipe dry. 316 stainless resists chlorine best.

Drain, scrub with dish soap, rinse, then sanitize with a 1-tbsp bleach per gallon water solution. Rinse again and air dry.

Only for optional LED lights or chilled plate coolers. Standard bar centers run solely on water and gravity drains.

Some 36-in+ stations integrate a pull-out trash bin; smaller units pair well with our 18-in trash center for tidy cleanup.