17 Fun Build Your Own Food Bar Ideas for Parties

 

1. Taco Bar

Put together a fun build-your-own taco bar with hard taco shells, soft tortillas, and even bags of tortilla chips for walking tacos.

Then prepare a bunch of different toppings such as seasoned ground beef, cooked chicken, fresh salsas, chopped vegetables, sour cream, and guacamole, and let your guests build their own perfect tacos!

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2. Nacho Bar

This awesome nacho bar idea combines savory & sweet onto one table.

On the left side you have the cheesy savory nacho toppings to create the perfect cheesy Mexican dinner and on the right is the sweet section with all of the best sweet toppings like chocolate, candies, and syrups. 

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3. Candy Bar

Fill a bunch of containers with candy and serve them with some funny signs for a cute graduation party snack.

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4. Fall Crostini Bar

Here’s a fun way to serve appetizers – give your party guests an option to DIY their perfect crostini.

The best part about this appetizer idea is that all of these crostini toppings can be made ahead of time so that you can fully enjoy every minute of your party.

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Related: 30+ Best Appetizers & Finger Foods For Wedding Reception

 

5. Popcorn Bar

A popcorn bar is a unique and fun way to display a variety of different popcorn flavors and snacks. It makes a great party food for boy birthday parties and game day get-togethers.

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6. Build Your Own Burger Bar

There’s nothing more fun than seeing your party guests build their own perfect burgers complete with sauces and fries.

Prepare a bunch of fun burger toppings and sauces in little jars or muffin tin and let everyone assemble their own burger along with a hot beef patty straight off the BBQ.

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7. Donut Wall

This donut wall is the perfect dessert centerpiece for your wedding, baby shower, family gathering, or birthday party.

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8. Pasta Bar

Here’s a great food bar idea that’s budget-friendly and super easy to arrange – a pasta bar!

Simply cook a few different kinds of pasta and sauces and serve them in bowls for your guests to put together their favorite combinations.

This post also shares a tip on how to prevent the pasta from sticking together as well as a free printable sign!

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9. DIY Smores Bar

A DIY smores bar with graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows is so easy to put together and serves as the perfect dessert to end a summer BBQ.

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10. Loaded Chips Bar

Serve up some perfectly crispy potatoes and tasty toppings as a main dish or a side dish for any party.

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11. Hot Dog Bar

Hot dogs are a great party food as they are cheap to make and great for filling hungry bellies. This fun hot dog bar guide will give you free printables for your party as well as tips on how to stay on a budget.

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12. Bagel and Mimosas Bar

Serve up this brunch or breakfast food bar at a baby shower, bridal shower, or birthday brunch. You only need to buy a few simple ingredients for this easy food bar and mimosa bar and it’s great for when you need to set up a bar for just a few people.

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