A light brown wooden bar cart with black metal legs is centered in front of a window in this living room. The bar cart is decorated with a miniature Christmas tree, wine bottles, a decanter, and shot glasses. The bottom shelf adds functionality, housing numerous bottles.
20 Living Room Bar Carts for Highly Functional Entertainment Spaces
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Published: January 14, 2023
Updated: December 6, 2023
Living room bar carts are becoming an increasingly popular addition as stylish and functional pieces of furniture, largely because they work very well in small spaces. They provide a convenient place to store and display drink-related items, including glassware, mixers, and spirits. A bar cart can also serve as a focal point in the living room, especially if it is thoughtfully styled with decorative accessories such as plants, vases, and art.
In addition to being both functional and decorative, a bar cart can also encourage socialization and create a convivial entertainment space at home. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just enjoying a quiet evening at home, a bar cart is a practical and stylish choice for your living room. To learn more about how to style a bar cart for your living room, keep reading!
02 of Detailed Gold Living Room Bar Cart
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This living room features an elegant and beautifully detailed gold bar cart. The cart is decorated with champagne flutes, antique-style decanters with gold accents, and tasteful white peonies. Beside the cart is a whitewashed cane accent chair draped with a white throw.
03 of Sleek Gold and Glass Bar Cart
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A sleek gold bar cart with angular lines draws the eye in this living room. The cart holds elegant champagne glasses, a decanter, and a two-tiered marble treat tray. Above the cart are three small, gold-rimmed mirrors, beside it is a long white curtain and patterned pillows on a window seat.
04 of Sleek Gold Bar Cart with Blue Accents
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The gold bar cart in this living room has two glass shelves and a circular accent that is flush against the wall. The bar cart has vases in several sizes with blue floral patterns and patterned white vases with blue and white hydrangeas. Above the bar cart is a gold framed print of orchids.
05 of Festive and Functional Black Metal Bar Cart
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A festive living room bar cart with two wooden shelves and black metal legs is decorated with greenery and holiday ornaments. The top shelf holds champagne flutes and wine glasses and the bottom shelf houses sparkling sodas and juice. A glittery, gold Christmas tree sits to the left of the bar cart.
06 of Wood and Black Metal Dining Room Bar Cart
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A modern bar cart rests near a sliding glass door next to a white dining room table. A glass jug and stemless wine glasses are accented with lemon slices, with a small potted plant resting on the top tier. White square plates and a wood charcuterie tray are placed on the lower two shelves.
07 of Timeless Gold and Marble Bar Cart
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A rounded gold bar cart with white and gray marble shelves is centered under a living room window. The cart is decorated with greenery in a large vase and a white ceramic plate stand. To the left of the bar cart is a built-in corner shelving unit decorated with neutral, wooden accent items.
08 of Brushed Gold Bar Cart with Blush Accents
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A brushed gold bar cart with three shelves stands to the left of a beautiful, dark gray stone fireplace. The bar cart is decorated with pink pampas grass, gold pineapple shakers, and beautiful rose-colored glassware. The mantel of the fireplace is decorated with a cherub figurine, a Pothos plant, and more light blush pampas grass.
09 of Modern Farmhouse Decor Drinks Cart
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A wooden and black framed bar cart sits against a gray wall under a wood beam shelf. Glasses and decanters sit on the cart, as well as a green plant. A lounge area with a gray armchair is visible to the right of the cart.
10 of Movie Lover’s Bar Cart Decor
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A Scandinavian patterned blanket in red, white, and blue is folded on this bar cart’s middle tier, next to some sweet treats. The top shelf displays movie theater treats next to a rustic letter sign leaning against the white shiplap walls.
11 of Distressed Wooden Living Room Bart Cart
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A distressed, light wood bar cart with metal legs is decorated with festive holiday decor, such as pinecones and a Christmas tree plate. Above the bar cart is a rustic wood sign and a wall-mounted vase with poinsettias. A beautifully decorated Christmas tree stands in front of the bar cart.
12 of White Board and Batten Wainscoting Stairs
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Gold frame artwork is mounted to the wall in this room next to white board and batten wainscoting stairs. The stairs are finished with light wood treads and white risers topped by black metal spindles and white handrail.
13 of Living Room with Glowing Christmas Tree and Decorated Bar Cart
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A glowing white flocked Christmas tree illuminates this cozy living room which is decorated with lights on the staircase banister and glowing letters. A rustic bar cart is placed nearby with glass jars, a white pitcher, and stacked cups. Black and white throw pillows lean against the base of the tree.
14 of Rustic Brown Wood and Metal Bar Cart
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A living room bar cart with three shelves and black metal legs is decorated with rustic decor, including a white pumpkin, a woven natural basket, and twine pumpkins in a brown wooden bowl. Above the cart is a wooden shelf with white and brown glass bottles and books. A fig plant in a galvanized metal pot sits to the left of the bar cart.
15 of Orange and Black Styled Bar Cart
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A three-tier wooden and black frame bar cart hosts alcoholic beverages on the top shelf, and glasses and orange cups on the second and third shelves. The bar cart ideas stand out against the neutral walls and light wooden flooring.
16 of Movie Snacks Cart in Neutral Living Room
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This curved rattan bar cart sits in a neutral living room with a gray corner couch and monochrome rug. A floating shelf holds framed pictures against the paneled wall. The bar cart holds bowls of popcorn and lemonade.
17 of Functional Black Metal Bar Cart
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A sleek living room bar cart with black metal legs is decorated with lovely plants in pots of different sizes and colors. The wheels on the legs of the bar cart add functionality. There is a grey and white patterned rug and neutral-colored sitting chairs on either side of the bar cart.
18 of Rounded Wooden Living Room Bar Cart
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A neutral-colored wooden bar cart with rounded features rests to the left of a window and beneath a modern abstract print. The bar cart provides storage and functionality in this beautiful living room.
19 of White Living Room with White Decorated Bar Cart
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A flocked Christmas tree is decorated with burlap and white ornaments in a white shiplap living room. A gold and glass bar cart displays white potted trees, mugs of candy canes and other tasty treats. White dishes and ornaments complete the pristine scene.
20 of Fall Living Room Bar Cart Decor
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A large orange ceramic pumpkin and a white bowl filled with dried orange flowers accessorize the bottom of this living room bar cart. Moscow mule mugs, glass bottles, and a pie under a dessert display give the space a homey feel. A natural rock-wrapped pillar and white hutch are visible in the background.
