You'll Be the Ultimate Party Host With These Beautiful (and Affordable) Bar Carts

Party season is upon us and as we prepare to host the festive hoards, now’s the time to take stock of our entertaining accoutrement and upgrade that cocktail corner with a beautiful new bar cart. Even with chic finishes and clever features, none of these serving carts will break your holiday budget.

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Gold car cart with caster wheels and two mirrored shelves holding a stack of white plates, two cocktail shakers and two martini glasses

Amazon

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Golden Rule

A classic bar cart with a contemporary feel, this bar trolley features a luxurious antique gold finish that would feel right home in any, er, home. Gold is a neutral now, after all. Ashley Furniture Kailman Bar Cart, Amazon, $143.

Small round chrome bar cart with a white tray and white shelf and three caster wheels

Indigo

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Simply Sophisticated

The clean, simple design of this polished-chrome bar cart appeals to those who love form and function – the top tray can be removed for easy cleaning and the three swivel casters provide excellent manoeuvrability. Torre & Tagus Studio Bar Cart, Indigo, $275.

Small modern rectangular chrome bar cart with two mirrored shelves filled with cocktail making tools, glassware and bottles

HomeSense

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Yeah, Baby

With its A-symmetrical frame and high-shine mirrored shelves, this sleek 1960s-inspired cart is just what you need to get help your holiday party hit its groove. Groovy. Chrome and Mirrored Bar Cart, HomeSense, $300.

Simple black metal utility cart holding a kettle, cookies, mugs and magazines in a chic modern living room

IKEA

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Sweet and Simple

Sometimes a blank slate is just what you need let your own decorative touches shine – and that’s exactly what this no-fuss black cart provides. That and a perfect (penny-conscious) place to set out afternoon tea. NISSAFORS Utility Cart, IKEA, $37.

Gold and white bar cart with orange halves, a rug of orange juice, three glasses, a black basket filled with cutlery, and stack of black and white plates sitting on a herringbone wood floor under a white window

Wayfair

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Don’t Hold Me, Fold Me

Pull out this beautiful white-and-gold bar cart in anticipation of thirsty and hungry guests. If space is limited, once the party has wrapped up simply fold it up and roll it back into storage until the next soiree. Trevia Folding Bar Cart, Wayfair, $278.

Small round chrome bar cart on wheels with two glass shelves holding glasses, a cocktail shaker and liquor bottles

CB2

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Designing Mad Men

Designed by MASHstudios, it’s clear that vintage vibes were swirling around the drawing table when they created this retro rolling cocktail bar. It would be right at home in Don Draper’s office. Ernest Chrome Bar Cart, CB2, $299.

Rustic industrial kitchen cart with three wooden shelves stacked with white plates, a bowl of pears, cook books, wine glasses and wine bottles

Amazon

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Industrial Age

If high-end industrial is more your style, opt for a bar cart with plenty of wood and black metal accents. With built-in wine glass and bottle storage, this kitchen trolley is both rustic and ready to serve. Linon Austin Kitchen Cart, Amazon, $234.

Pretty gold bar cart with a bottle of red wine and a vase of white flowers and a potted palm to the right

Wayfair

8 / 10

Small, but Mighty

While this Art Deco-inspired mirrored bar cart only measures 38 cm in diameter, it packs a powerful design punch and has plenty of space to accommodate an edited array of drinks and snacks. Howden Metal Mirrored Bar Cart, Wayfair, $169.

A white modern chair and a mirrored tray on a silver stand holds a silver bowl of lemons, a bottle of vodka and three glasses against a grey wall

West Elm

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On Further Reflection

When it comes to serving drinks, a chic butler tray is a sleek space-saving alternative to its wheeled cousin. To return your living room back to its original state when the final guest has left, simply fold and store the stand. Butler Bar Cart Set, West Elm, $348.

Chic bamboo bar cart with two shelves and four caster wheels

HomeSense

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Tiki Time

For a bar cart that will put you in the mood for mixing up margaritas and stocking up on tiny umbrellas faster than you can say “bienvenidos,” opt for this beachy bamboo version. Bamboo Bar Cart, HomeSense, $130.