Looking for unique food bar ideas for a birthday party, anniversary party, or get together? DIY food bars are one of the hottest entertaining trends around, and, today, we’re sharing a bunch of our favorite food bar ideas!
Whether you choose a popcorn bar, bruschetta bar, grilled cheese bar, or one of dozens of other ideas, your guests are sure to be impressed (and well-fed).
The best part? Once you choose your DIY food bar idea, you can get extra-creative coming up with your food options, decor, colors and more.
There are so many ways to customize your food bar, and they’re great for everything from birthday parties to game days, holidays to just-because get togethers.
Today, I’m sharing 20+ of my favorite birthday party food ideas! You’re sure to find a clever and delicious idea for your next gathering!
Food Bar Ideas - Birthday Party Food Bar Ideas for Kids or Adults
Looking for unique food bar ideas for a birthday party, anniversary party, or get together?
DIY food bars are one of the hottest entertaining trends around, and, today, we're sharing a bunch of our favorite food bar ideas!
This fun waffle sundae bar is a dessert idea you can feel good about serving!
But it’s also a fantastic sleepover breakfast idea, 18th birthday party idea, the perfect solution for a make-your-own holiday brunch bar, and (surprise!) a kid-favorite brinner (breakfast-for-dinner!) option.
So easy, and great for using up whatever’s in the fridge!
Who doesn't love tacos and wings?
Whether it's for game day, a birthday celebration, or a Memorial Day or July Fourth get together, a taco and wing bar is an easy food bar that everyone loves!
Grab all your favorite toppings and make this one of a kind food bar sure to be a hit!
Next time you’re thinking “taco night,” think beyond the typical Mexican-style taco bar and try this incredibly delicious Mediterranean Chicken Taco recipe!
It’s a fun make-it-your-own dinner that’s easy to prep ahead for busy nights. And, it’s a classed-up version of the traditional taco bar that’s perfect for parties and game day, too!
Bacon is a perennial favorite, so why not try a bacon bar for your next get together?
This would be a perfect addition to a wedding reception, brunch gathering, or for holiday entertaining!
Pair with a bloody mary bar for even more fun!
Make a Yogurt Bar, Learn How to Dye Pasta + Make Noodle Necklaces
In this post, I share our DIY yogurt bar...a fun family favorite perfect for summertime and kids birthday parties!
I also share with you my technique for dyeing pasta and making adorable noodle necklaces!
This is a FUN food bar idea and you can get super creative with the toppings!
Putting this DIY Cracker bar together was so, so simple.
I gathered crackers, various herbs (such as fresh dill, basil, and parsley), and fun and delicious toppings (I used goat cheese, tzatziki sauce, pears, avocado, sweet peppers, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, cucumbers, sun dried tomatoes, pickled onions, balsamic glaze and honey).
YUM!
Make Your Own Mexican Taco Bar, we made multiple easy dishes. Using all the fresh bounty from the fruit and veggie market, it creates a colorful fiesta.
Make it for dinner or your next party. You will love how popular and satisfying this whole meal is!
A s’mores bar is the perfect entertaining idea!
Sharing lots of s’mores bar ideas plus a free printable for you to print out and use for your own s’mores bar!
What a FUN idea for summer and fall entertaining!
The Ultimate Baked Potato Bar is the weekend gathering you need to try!
Lay out all the potato toppings you can think of like sour cream and cheese to salsa and pimento cheese!
This is such a fun supper club theme! It’s super great for including lots of people.
Enjoy the full s’mores experience without a campfire and with a Mexican twist!
We included the basic ingredients — traditional cinnamon-flavored graham crackers, milk chocolate, and marshmallows, but we also displayed some fun new options.
Weekend entertaining just got a lot easier! These Paleo Almond Flour Waffles are part of the best ever waffle bar, because my paleo waffle recipe includes collagen for extra protein!
Best of all, these waffle bar ideas have a little something for everyone.
Early morning entertaining made EASY! This bagel bar brunch platter requires NO COOKING and has everything you need for a meal – all on one platter!
Smoked Salmon Breakfast Platter is the ultimate, healthy smoked salmon breakfast, with tips on how to build the perfect salmon platter!
When friends pull out Caesar fixings with all THE WORKS who am I to so no and how fun would this be for nearly every occasion?!
I can totally see this caesar bar being a hit at your next Fourth of July or Canada Day gathering!
Chocolate Dessert Charcuterie Board includes recipes for chocolate covered figs, chocolate nut roll, and tips on how to make a chocolate board!
Take your taste buds on a trip with this Spanish Cheese Board spread.
When you're looking for an easy way to host a crowd, all you need to know is How to Host a Pasta Bar!
Everyone loves pasta, especially when they can mix and match their desired pasta shape, sauce and toppings.
These little toasts are so much better than the store-bought stuff. You won’t believe how easy they are to whip up.
You can even make them ahead of time and add the simple crostini toppings later.
Please tell me I’m not the only one who can’t wait to entertain now after seeing all these clever food bar ideas!
Which food bar ideas was your favorite? Personally, I love the dip party idea and the omelette bar!
Thanks for reading all about my favorite birthday party food ideas! Have a crafty day!