Parts of A Bar.
Parts of A Bar.
Learning Concept:
Typical bar is made up of three parts: The Front Bar, the Back bar and the Underbar
Often it may have a fourth part - the Overbar. Each part has its special functions the figure
shows all these three parts in profile with its standard dimensions. The length of the bar will vary
according to need.
1. FRONT BAR
-Is the customer area, where drinks are ordered and served.
-Usually 41-46 cm wide with an alcohol proof and waterproof surface
usually made of laminated plastic.
-The front bar must be good working height for the bartender.
2. BACK BAR
-Is the place where drinks and glassware are displayed and stored.
-Provides a background for customers to see the display of brands as
they watch the bartender in action.
3. UNDER BAR
-This is the place allotted for all the equipment and supplies.
- The heart of the entire beverage operation. Utmost care and
attention is required to design it so that all the equipment
(pouring stations, washing sinks, etc.) and supplies are arranged
compactly and efficiently.
Learning Task:
A. Directions: Identify the parts of a bar describe below. Write whether it is Front Bar, Back
Bar, or Under Bar. Write your answers on the line provided before the number.
1. This is where the drinks and glassware are displayed and stored.
2. This area is usually called customer area, where drinks are ordered and
served.
3. This is where all the equipment and supplies in the bar are located.
4. This area provides a background for customers to see the display of brands
as they watch the bartender in action
5. This part of the bar is consider the heart of the entire beverage operation and
bar operation.