Custom Bar Counters are made-to-measure bars for restaurants, pubs, hotels, clubs, offices and entertainment areas, with back bars, shelving and lighting. Send one request and independent contractors reply with availability and prices.
Describe your project once to get custom bar counters quotes.
Request a Shopfitting QuoteWhat It Includes
- Front bar. Counter with footrest and top.
- Under-bar. Fridges, sinks and storage spaces.
- Back bar. Display shelving and mirrors.
- Lighting. LED under-lighting and shelf lights.
- Coffee bars. Barista counters.
Who It Suits
Restaurants, pubs, hotels, clubs, wine farms, offices and corporate entertainment areas.
Fittings, Materials and Finishes
- Fronts. Timber, cladding, tiles or metal.
- Tops. Hardwood, quartz, granite or stainless steel.
- Under-bar. Stainless steel or moisture-resistant board.
How It Works
- Brief. Size, equipment and look.
- Design. Drawings with equipment positions.
- Manufacture. Built in the workshop.
- Install. Fitted, with plumbing and power by trades.
Custom Bar Counters Prices
Ballpark prices so you can sanity-check a quotation.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Bar counter, per linear metre | R4,500 - R15,000 |
| Small bar | R60,000 - R150,000 |
| Full bar with back bar | R150,000 - R350,000+ |
| Coffee bar counter | R45,000 - R180,000 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark figures in rand, rounded and excluding VAT. They reflect typical South African market rates for this kind of work. They are not our prices or quotations, and no contractor is bound by them. Confirm VAT, delivery, installation and what each quotation includes.
Get prices for your project rather than a range. Send one request, with no obligation.
Request a Shopfitting QuoteWhat Affects the Price
- Length and shape. Curved bars cost more.
- Tops. Stone and hardwood.
- Equipment spaces. Fridges, sinks and drains.
- Back bar. Shelving, mirrors and lighting.
What Affects Lead Time
- Design. Equipment sizes are needed first.
- Manufacture. Often 3 to 6 weeks.
What to Send for an Accurate Quote
- Bar length and shape.
- Equipment to fit under the bar.
- Venue type and photos.
- Finishes you like.
- Opening date.
Drawings and photos can be shared with the contractor you choose once you are in contact.
Custom Bar Counters FAQs
What is the standard bar height?
Around 1.05 m to 1.15 m, depending on seating.
Should I include the back bar?
Pricing both together keeps the look consistent.
Who does the plumbing?
A plumber, coordinated by your contractor.
What top is best for a bar?
Quartz and stainless steel are durable. Hardwood needs sealing.
Related Services
Use Shopfitting South Africa to get custom bar counters quotes on one brief and compare like with like.
Shopfitting South Africa is a quote-matching service. We do not design, manufacture or install fittings, and we do not employ installation teams or own factories. Work is quoted and carried out by independent contractors, and your agreement is with the one you choose. Get a written quotation with drawings, finishes and a programme before you pay a deposit.
Custom Bar Counters. Describe what you need once and get the best quote, fast.
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Keep it brief. Give your city, the service, the type of premises and its rough size. With your consent, your enquiry is passed only to contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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