Bar menu design tips
- Group drinks by style, such as whiskey, tequila, and low-ABV, so guests can find a pour without reading the whole list.
- Put the happy hour window and any food specials at the top of the menu where they are seen first.
- Use short names and one-line descriptions, because people read bar menus quickly in dim light.
- Show ABV or a flavor tag next to drinks so guests can choose without asking the bartender.
- Print or display the menu in large type with high contrast so it stays readable at the bar.
Pricing a bar menu
Cocktails are usually priced to cover premium spirits and house-made mixers, with beer and wine priced lower for volume. Snacks sit in a middle band that encourages a second round.
Before you print, cost each dish with the free food cost calculator and set prices with the menu pricing calculator. Want a designed version with photos? Servestack Studio makes print-ready bar menus from your real dishes.
Example dishes, prices, and the restaurant name are illustrative. Replace them with your own.