White cabinets stand on each side of a kitchen breakfast bar adorned with beige vases of lush greenery. Three stripe beige and white chairs are pulled up to the bar and two pendant lights with large glass domes adorn the ceiling above. Botanical images peak through a window cutout and a wreath embellished the wall above. White canisters and a white lamp decorate the white countertops.
30 Simple and Charming Breakfast Bar Ideas You Can’t Miss
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January 27, 2023
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A breakfast bar can provide more counter space and create a place for serving meals to your family. Unlike a dining room table which is usually reserved for slower-paced meals, a breakfast bar can be positioned closer to the stove or oven so meals can be served right as they are prepared. They’re are a great place for busy mornings to get everyone fed and out the door on time.
Breakfast bars are ideal for small kitchens but they work great in large ones as well. They can be embellished with table runners, trays, potted plants, and even holiday décor. Even functional accessories such as cutting boards and serving trays can be displayed to create a cozy practice kitchen. For design ideas for your own kitchen, check out this collection of simple and charming breakfast bar ideas.
02 of Vintage Breakfast Bar Ideas
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A white breakfast bar with aged edges holds a white stand mixer with a textured bowl near a window with natural light streaming through. A wooden shelf is decorated with an elevated candle and a glass jar with wildflowers. An antique oval mirror adorns the wall above the shelf along with vintage paintings and two white chairs are positioned below. A knit blanket is draped over one stool.
03 of Large Breakfast Bar Ideas
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A marble counter on a white breakfast bar holds a shiny round gold tray decorated with green and white flowers. Two large pendant lights with clear domes hang down from above. A round dining room table sits in front of a large window streaming in natural light. It is surrounded by white upholstered chairs and decorated with a large vase of white flowers. A black bookcase sits on the wall adorned with wicker storage baskets, and farmhouse décor. A blue upholstered bench sits under a landscape painting and holds white, brown, and blue pillows with a gray throw and a wooden tray holding beading garland and flowers.
04 of Black and White Kitchen Breakfast Bar Décor With Yellow Accents
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A gorgeous deep brown wooden floor reveals a black breakfast bar with a white countertop. It’s embellished with a white vase full of vibrant sunflowers and a tray of bright yellow lemons. A black hutch stands nearby with baskets adorning the top. White cabinets with a white subway tile backsplash are lined with natural wood shelves that are graced with canisters, white pitchers, and small potted plants. Three large wooden cutting boards and a round white tray accent the stove. A black lamp and wooden kitchen tools are spread among the counters. Black pendant lights with round, clear domes hang above the breakfast bar and four round wooden stools with metal feet are pushed under the countertop.
05 of Black Breakfast Bar Ideas for White Kitchens
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A black breakfast bar offers a dark contrast in a light kitchen with white cabinets. The bar holds a white counter decorated with a white vase and brown flowers. Three gold pendant lights drop from the ceiling with clear glass domes. A wooden stool is slid under the edge of the breakfast bar, while three wooden shelves are stacked next to a white cabinet and hold potted plants, vases, and a wooden cutting board. A rectangle mirror hangs on a background wall next to a faux tree.
06 of White Kitchen With Breakfast Bar Ideas
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Unique wooden stools with a half-seat design are lined up under a white counter and breakfast bar. The counter holds small appliances and a round tray with a candle, diffuser, and white tree. The opposite counters hold glass jars of dried food, a stand mixer, and salt and pepper shakers. The kitchen window filters light through a white shade and a large potted plant above a silver faucet and sink. A wood dining table holds a white vase with dried fall plants.
07 of Gray and Wood Breakfast Bar
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A light gray breakfast bar sits in the middle of a small kitchen. It features a natural wood butcherblock counter embellished with a round tray holding a pitcher of pastel flowers and a small candle. White wood chairs are pulled up to the counter and sit over beige tiles. White cabinets and black countertops hold simple farmhouse décor, including a bowl of fruit, and a large window lets in plenty of natural light to create a soft glow in the whole kitchen.
08 of Black and White Breakfast Bar Ideas
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Four metal stools sit under a black breakfast bar with a shiny white counter. A black vase adorns the counter with a bushy green plant. White and silver pendant lights hang from the ceiling and white cabinets stand in the background with white counters holding kitchen tools and wooden cutting boards.
09 of Gray and Beige Minimalist Breakfast Bar Ideas
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Light gray cabinets and a matching breakfast bar with a white counter create a soft and inviting kitchen. Brown stools are pulled up under the breakfast bar and silver pendant lights with glass domes hang in the center of the ceiling. Recessed lighting, a skylight, and a black-trimmed sliding glass door illuminate the room with mixed lighting.
10 of White Breakfast Bar Ideas With Gray and White Backsplash
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A wooden cutting board displays a clear jar vase with stems of green leaves on a marble counter over a white breakfast bar, Another wooden cutting board and gray tea towels hang on the side of the bar and two wooden chairs with white upholstery are pulled up to the front of it. A gray and white tiled backsplash separated the top white cabinets from the bottom. A large window behind the sink holds white pitchers and vases white light streams in around them. A vintage scale decorated the top of a cabinet above stainless silver appliances and a beige rug is draped on the floor in front of the sink over a dark wood floor.
11 of Farmhouse Breakfast Bar Inspiration
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A gray and wood breakfast bar leads to a subway tile backsplash and a vertical shiplap wall in this homey kitchen. Black pendant lighting hangs over the room also featuring wood island legs and a white countertop on a tapestry rug.
12 of Gray and Neutral Breakfast Bar and Nook
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A stunning gray wooden beam separates the kitchen and living room in this farmhouse-inspired home. The kitchen features white cabinets with brown counters. The breakfast bar has a wooden countertop decorated with a tiered tray holding small farmhouse décor. A white, wooden chandelier illuminates the room. White canisters adorn the tops of the cabinets. In the living room, a small side table sits behind a couch with a matching bench and wainscoting adds texture to a tiny corner with a second breakfast bar holding triple candle holders. Accent pillows and a wooden farmhouse chandelier add color and light.
13 of Faux Brick Kitchen Island Back Panel Ideas
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A wraparound kitchen counter with a brown solid surface countertop has been converted to a stylish dining area with a whitewashed faux brick back panel and a wooden corbel accent. A side-mounted towel rack provides handy storage, while two wooden stools create a convenient place to sit.
14 of Modern Breakfast Bar Ideas With Plants
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A white breakfast bar sits in the center of a small kitchen. It has a gray countertop adorned with stacked white plates, a white planter with a vibrant snake plant, and a wicker tray with a white bowl of succulents. Two white and gray striped upholstered chairs with white wooden legs are pulled up to the bar. White cabinets with windows on the doors are decorated with white dishes arranged in precise lines. A small farmhouse sign hangs above the stainless steel stove and a teal vase sits on the gray counter holding wooden spoons and utensils. A landscape painting also embellishes the counter and a cluster of black pendant lights with clear domes cast a bright light over a plant behind the sink faucet.
15 of All-White Kitchen With Breakfast Bar
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White cabinets line the white walls in a kitchen with a white subway tile backsplash behind a stove and black vent. Black vintage pendant lights dangle from the ceiling casting a soft light over an all-white breakfast bar decorated with a glass vase holding long branches with white flowers. Two brown chairs with black legs sit under the bar while white pots of greenery grace the cabinet counters.
16 of White and Wood Breakfast Bar Décor
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A white breakfast bar is decorated with round, woven wicker placemats, white plates, and saucers. Another matching placemat displays a gray vase with a white flower, a napkin holder, salt and pepper shakers, and a small candle. White cabinets are finished with black hardware and a farmhouse door opens to the outside. A small wooden bench holds blue and white accent pillows under a wooden coat hanger and round vintage prints. A modern glass pendant light hangs above the breakfast bar.
17 of Farmhouse Kitchen With Breakfast Bar
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A dark wooden door matches the base of a large breakfast bar situated in the center of the room over a light brown tile floor. White stools with aged paint sit at the white counter. White cabinets and white subway tile backsplash reflect the bright natural light being cast in through a large window above the sink. Cabinet tops are decorated with vintage scales and a large farmhouse clock hangs on the oven vent. A black vintage lamp hangs above the window and three pendant lights with gold hardware and clear shades hang over the bar.
18 of Simple Breakfast Bar Ideas
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White cabinets line the beige wall of this kitchen with a gray breakfast bar centered over the dark hardwood floor. Brown leather chairs with gray metal feet are pushed under the edge. The bar and counters are decorated with white crocks, vases, and bowls.
19 of Breakfast Bar Ideas With Round Dining Table
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A dark brown round dining table is surrounded by brown and beige upholstered chairs and decorated with a white vase of frosted green flowers in this traditional dining room. A gold chandelier with frosted glass shades hangs above. A white cabinet is positioned on the wall with black candlesticks and white candles with a farmhouse frame behind it. A breakfast bar sits nearby with three leather chairs pulled up to it. A brown granite countertop holds brown bottles as décor.
20 of White Breakfast Bar Ideas for Kitchens
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Two wooden white chairs with natural wood seats are positioned against a kitchen breakfast bar with a gray countertop. A wooden cutting board sits on top displaying a clear vase with lush greenery and a white candle. White cabinets and a matching gray counter are shown in the background with a white sink. A wooden tray holds a white potted plant near the sink, while two wooden shelves hang on the wall nearby adorned with white jars and more potted plants.
21 of Stained Wood Board and Batten Kitchen Islands
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Two dark stained wood board and batten kitchen islands with white countertops are lined up in front of a kitchen with white shaker cabinets. The island with a breakfast bar is accessorized with wooden cross back bar stools.
22 of Kitchen Island Breakfast Bar with Legs
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White rattan and light wood stools are lined up under the breakfast bar of a light gray kitchen island with table legs. The island’s white countertop is lit by rustic white lantern pendant lights.
23 of Breakfast Bar and Dining Room Ideas
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A natural wood countertop sits atop a white breakfast bar connected to an oven. Pots and pans hang underneath the counter and a white cutting board sits on top of it. A ladder hangs above with rustic pendant lights hanging down from it. A light wood dining table is centered over a beige rug in front of a wall that is split with whitewashed bricks and white wainscoting. The brick is decorated with farmhouse prints and floating wooden shelves adorned with white kitchen tools. A faux tree stands tall in the corner next to a wall filled with cutting boards and wire baskets.
24 of Black Kitchen Island with Breakfast Bar
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Light wood bar stools with ivory seat cushions are seated at a black kitchen island breakfast bar with stained wood countertop. A white kitchen range hood with dark wood trim is flanked by white shaker cabinets.
25 of Black Leather Counter Stool Seating
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White corbels support the concrete countertop overhang of a white shiplap kitchen island with breakfast bar. Black leather counter stools sit next to the stained wood X end panel facing a matching stained wood range hood.
26 of White and Brown Breakfast Bar With Leather Chairs
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Brown wooden chairs with modern black leather cushions are pushed up against a breakfast bar with white cabinets and a brown countertop. The counters are adorned with cutting boards, and glass jars. An orange display holds a glass jar displaying a wintery scene. A brown bamboo shade hangs above the kitchen window and a farmhouse chalkboard with a white frame adorns a wall. A white stool holds a Christmas tree with a plant skirt and a rod holds wooden spoons, a tea towel, and cutting boards at the end of the breakfast bar.
27 of Brown and White Breakfast Bar Ideas for Small Kitchens
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Brown wooden chairs with black leather seats are pulled up to a white breakfast bar in a small kitchen. The counter is marbled with black and brown and holds an orange tray with cookies, a clear cookie jar with a winter scene inside, and a faux tree. A wire rack sits nearby decorated with cutting boards and a recipe book. A metal bar hangs from the side of the bar holding wooden utensils, a tea towel, and two wooden cutting boards. A bamboo shade is pulled up over a window above a sink and allows rays of sunlight to brighten the room. A white wooden framed chalkboard holds a festive wreath. A white wooden stool sits in the corner of the kitchen holding a small Christmas tree with a plaid skirt.
28 of Fall Breakfast Bar Décor Ideas
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A small breakfast bar with a marble top is painted light blue and white. A plaid yellow runner decorates the bar along with a blue pickup truck with fall flowers and other fall décor. Two round stools with white cushions and two square stools with gray buffalo check cushions are pulled up on each side of the bar. Fall farmhouse signs hang on the wall. White cabinets sit in the background with a wooden countertop graced with pumpkins, candles, and cooking utensils in crocks. A fall garland and a farmhouse sign hang above the sink and a window with a yellow plaid valance. A sliding barn dorn is whitewashed and adorned with a fall wreath.
29 of Black and White Kitchen Cabinets With a Breakfast Bar Ideas
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White cabinets hang above a beige and white backsplash and a brown and black marbled counter that bends into a breakfast bar. The bar is decorated with a tiered white tray and a clear cloche. A wooden rolling pen rests beside it. A metal bar is attached to the end of the breakfast bar and is decorated with a woven basket, a wooden cutting board, and a blue-striped tea towel. Brown leather chairs are pulled up to the bar and a small, intricate wood cutout appears in the corner. A black pendant light hangs above a stainless steel kitchen faucet. Black bottom cabinets sit above a black and white geometric rug.
30 of Minimalist Breakfast Bar with Wooden Stools
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A light wooden breakfast bar holds a bundle of small branches and a white vase with stems of berries. Round stools with wooden tops and black legs are positioned below the bar and white curtains grace the nearby windows.
