Breakfast bars

Breakfast bars don't take up as much space as a table and provide seating for two to six or even more, often with storage space below. They're best for informal eating or a quick snack rather than a big meal.
Many kitchens come with the option of including a breakfast bar when you have them designed and fitted. More often than not, the breakfast bar is an extension of the kitchen worktop and is usually made of the same material
 

Tips on Designing a breakfastbar

However, using more than one type of surface can create a feature area. It's easier on the eye to use a different material if the breakfast bar isn't directly joined to the worktop. For instance, clear glass shelves raised above the worktops on metal rods can work very well. Alternatively, try contrasting cool stone worktops with a warm wooden breakfast bar, which will look good together as they're both natural materials.'

Practical Breakfast bars

Ensure that the design leaves room underneath for your legs so you can sit and eat easily. A 300mm overhang provides plenty of legroom for a bar stool. You should also allow at least 600mm between the breakfast bar and a back wall to make it easy to get in and out, or more if it's a thoroughfare. Leave around 600mm in width per person so there's enough elbow room for eating.