Bar Sink Ideas

Bar sinks are more compact than your standard kitchen or bathroom sink. They’re convenient for mixing drinks, washing glasses, and preparing snacks without the need to run somewhere else in your home. Whether you’re designing a new wet bar, upgrading your kitchen island, or creating a beverage station in your living room, the right bar sink can make your space more functional. Here are a few styles and design ideas to inspire you.

Colorful Bar Sinks

This prep sink from Kohler combines cast iron with an ultra-thick enamel layer that resists stains, scratches, and chips. It measures 22 inches long by 12 inches wide, with a self-rimming basin 5 inches deep. It’s vapor green in color, though you can choose another shade to match the sink to your decor or make a bold statement.

Curved Bar Sink

This hand-hammered sink by Native Trails was made from recycled copper. Its distinctive curved shape has two drains, one on each edge. The arch creates prep space in front of the sink so you can chop vegetables or mix cocktails. You can also fill both sides with ice to keep beverages cool and accessible. A brushed nickel or antique finish caps off the design and helps preserve the copper’s natural beauty.

Bar Sink with Nature Design

Bring nature inside with a decorative pattern for your bar sink. This design features hand-painted fern fronds on faux gray stone porcelain, perfect for a cabin bar or space with eclectic decor. Its construction also makes cleaning easier and keeps the finish for longer.

Trough-Shaped Bar Sink

This trough sink by Kohler boasts a distinctive square shape that seamlessly integrates into bars and islands. Choose a smaller size for simple prep work or a larger size for added functionality. Some models also come with wire drying racks and storage baskets perfect for prep and cleanup while you entertain your guests.

Modern Style Bar Sink

This sink by Elkay has practical features in a modern, square-shaped design. It’s made from professional-grade stainless steel for durability and longevity. If you choose a matte finish for your sink, as shown here, you can reduce the number of fingerprints and smudges you have to wipe away.

Versatile Bar Sink

This sink has a larger round bowl to rinse wine glasses and platters. It also has a deep recessed drainer for extra prep space and to stop water spillage draining larger items. You can attach items like cutting boards, drainer trivets, and garnish bowls to keep your food prep in one place.

Quiet Bar Sink

This sink by Teka is made of stainless steel with a polished finish. It has sound-deadening panels built in to muffle the clangs of glasses, pots, pans, and bar tools—which can be useful for open-concept spaces with lots going on. The built-in swivel clips make installation easy, and its anti-condensation coating cuts down on moisture buildup to protect the metal.

Traditional Bar Sink

Simple bar sink designs offer a more economical alternative to models with fancy features and eclectic shapes. This model measures about 15 square inches and can complement both classic and modern bar designs. It has a polished finish that resists staining and corrosion, just like the fancier models. The compact size also makes it perfect to install in an island.

Concrete Bar Sink

This hand-crafted vessel sink from Sonoma Cast Stone sits above the counter surface like a bowl. The company claims to use all-natural materials that can last for years.

If you decide on a natural concrete sink, it will patina over time. Some materials have been treated to prevent this from happening and keep the material looking like new for longer.

Large Square Bar Sink

This 18-inch by 18-inch square sink from Elite Bath is available in several metals, including satin nickel, satin and traditional bronze, traditional dark, and oil-rubbed bronze (shown). It provides plenty of space for bar-related tasks, including filling ice buckets and washing larger tools and glasses. The whimsical faucet and sprayer also make a subdued statement.

Bar Sink with a Unique Shape

This sink by Elkay is available in both 26-inch- or 4-foot-long models. Its shape and length make it ideal for entertaining large groups, and the way water meanders from the faucet toward the drain on the other side will mesmerize your guests. When filled with ice, it becomes an excellent beverage chiller.

Farmhouse Bar Sink

Elite Bath puts a creative spin on the traditional farmhouse sink with this solid bronze model. Measuring at 22 by 16 inches, it brings rustic charm to your bar area in a compact footprint. What sets this sink apart is its four interchangeable aprons, handcrafted from solid bronze with nature-themed designs. As the seasons change or if you’re celebrating a particular occasion, you can fit the right apron on to match.

Bar Sink with Seamless Installation

This sink from Kohler fits seamlessly into any bar design and comes in various colors and finishes. At 15 inches by 15 inches, it’s another sink that’s ideal for smaller bars or as a secondary kitchen sink. The self-rimming system makes for easy installation, and once you’ve got everything in place, the durable cast iron will stand up to scratches and moisture.

Natural Looking Bar Sink

This sink brings the beauty of natural stone to your bar area without maintenance concerns. It’s made from a material pairing natural granite with acrylic resin. The surface is scratch and heat-resistant, making it ideal for busy and heavily-used bar areas. Its nonporous nature also makes it resistant to stains.