11 epic food stations and drink bars that will elevate any event

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Transform your next party into a gastronomic adventure with the trendiest way to serve up deliciousness: food bars and drink stations that give guests a way to participate in the food festivities.

Gone are the days of standard party platters and buffet spreads – let your guests customize their dining experience at your event. These 11 delectable ideas will turn your event into a memorable extravaganza.

A top-down shot of shrimp tacos.
Shrimp tacos. Photo credit: DepositPhotos.

Pizza Bar

Elevate pizza night with a DIY pizza bar, allowing guests to craft their own personalized pizzas, making it a crowd-pleasing choice for a party food station.
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Champagne Cocktail Bar

Celebrate special occasions with a dazzling champagne cocktail bar, featuring sparkling wine, vodka or brandy, sugar cubes, and bitters for a memorable drink selection.
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A gray mug containing instant pot hot chocolate with a gray kitchen towel, marshmallows and chocolate chips on a white background.
Hot Chocolate Bar. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Hot Chocolate Bar

Create a delightful hot chocolate bar with a slow cooker or Instant Pot, offering guests warm cocoa and a variety of toppings like marshmallows, candy, cookies, and liqueurs, perfect for a cozy party atmosphere.
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Themed Snack Board

Enhance your party with a themed charcuterie board filled with festive treats, cheese, charcuterie, and fruits, providing a variety of flavors and textures at the ultimate snack station.
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A mimosa bar set up with champagne flutes, garnishes, pitchers of orange juice and peach purée, a bottle of champagne and a bottle of sparkling cider.
Mimosa Bar. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Mimosa Bar

Both adults and kids can enjoy a mimosa bar featuring fresh, colorful juices paired with champagne or prosecco for adults and sparkling lemonade for non-drinkers, making it a versatile and fun option for a breakfast or brunch event.
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Breakfast Bar

For morning events, a breakfast bar allows guests to create their favorite morning meal, such as yogurt parfaits with fresh fruits, granola, and cereals, making it a delightful choice for breakfast gatherings.
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A top down shot of taco fixings on a counter.
Taco Bar. Photo credit: Food Drink Life.

Taco Bar

Spice up gatherings with an interactive taco bar, offering various fillings and toppings for guests to customize their own tacos, making it an engaging and flavorful option for a food station.
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Hot Dog Bar

Impress your guests at a backyard party with a hot dog bar featuring classic and gourmet toppings, providing a fun and customizable twist on this classic favorite.
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Two mojitos made with blackberries sit side by side next to a bowl of whole berries.
Mojito Bar. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Mojito Bar

Transport your guests to vacation vibes with a DIY mojito bar, offering refreshing rum cocktails with minty flavors, ideal for adding a taste of summer to any party.
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Outdoor Bar Cart

Set up an outdoor bar cart stocked with beer, wine, or signature cocktails, allowing hosts and guests to quickly prepare drinks and impress everyone with this convenient party feature.
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A closeup of a garnish on a Bloody Mary made with homemade Bloody Mary mix.
Bloody Mary Bar. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Bloody Mary Bar

Perfect for brunch, a Bloody Mary bar offers a pitcher of mix, various spirits, and a range of garnishes, from classic lemon wedges and celery stalks to creative choices like cheese and meatballs.
Get the Recipe: Bloody Mary Bar

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