Turn your backyard into the ultimate outdoor bar setting with these thoughtful pieces

Best for: the contemporary minimalist

An entertainer’s delight, this contemporary bar setting features shelves for all your bottles and cushioned stools with backrests for optimal comfort while raising your glass.

Materials: steel, PE wicker, tempered glass

Key features:

• Ample storage shelves
• Extra thick 5cm high-density foam cushions
• Removable cushion covers
• Powder-coated steel
• 5mm tempered glass top
• Easy assembly

Best for: coastal décor

Bring the retreat to your own backyard. With this Sorrento bar table and Laguna stool set by Temple & Webster, you’re instantly transported to a seaside resort, with a spritz in hand.

Materials: acacia wood, ethically sourced

Key features:

• Resistant to rot, mould, mildew and UV
• Extra wide tabletop panelling
• Easy assembly
• Light teak finish
• Removable seat cushions

Best for: boho coastal décor

This outdoor wooden bar setting from Gardeon features warm wood and white steel, oozing the essence of summer. With a built-in footrest, you’re all set to chinwag for hours.

Materials: Powder-coasted steel frame, engineered wood

Key features:

• Seats six people
• Built-in footrest
• Powder-coated steel frame
• Slatted surfaces for easy drainage

Best for: European atmosphere

Looking to add a taste of Parisian-chic to your outdoor bar? These bamboo-look stools give a relaxed, European feel to your alfresco dining area. Made with weatherproof aluminium with a bamboo-effect finish, it’s an ideal setting for kicking back with bubbles.

Materials: aluminium frame and top with bamboo-effect finish, handwoven synthetic PE rattan

Key features:

• Slatted bar table
• Seats four people comfortably
• Weatherproof aluminium frames
• Fresh white powder-coated finish
• Mildew and rust-resistant

Best for: industrial décor

Sleek and timeless, this slate-grey aluminium outdoor bar set adds a certain elegance to your alfresco space and will stand the test of time.

Materials: Powder-coated aluminium, polyester cushion cover

Key features:

• Support bars provide extra stability
• Slatted top and simple silhouette
• Weather-resistant aluminium frame
• Angled backrest
• Footrest
• Removable and washable seat cushion

Humble yet reliable, this thermoelectric wine cooler features adjustable temperature control, UV-resistant glass, a child safety lock and more. A perfect addition to your undercover alfresco bar setting.

Key features:

• High precision thermoelectric cooling technology
• Circulating cooling fan system
• No frost cooling
• Auto-defrost
• Adjustable temperature control
• Touch control panel
• Pull-out chrome racks
• Built-in LED light

Available at:

• $241.95 from Myer
• $184.95 from MyDeal
• $184.95 at Big W

Your outdoor bar setting centrepiece has arrived. The Malibu wooden outdoor bar table is a must-have if you love showing off your outdoor garden while having a glass or two with your friends.

Materials: FSC-certified acacia wood and metal tub

Key features:

• UV and rust-resistant
• Bar table with metal tub sliding under wooden surface