Restaurant & Bar Custom Wine Cellars

Upscale restaurateurs and bar owners are passionate about creating memorable food and wine menus that keep patrons coming back again and again. Your menu may be impeccable, but nothing boosts sales better than a visual wine display. It pays to invest in a stylish commercial wine cellar.

Wine Racks America can help you create an eye-catching wine display that sets your eatery, bar, or fine dining establishment apart and helps you become a local trendsetter. We’re a leader in innovative wine storage solutions. Our team has built custom wine cellars for restaurants, bars, wineries, and hotels across the country, from California to New York.

You don’t need a large space to create a dynamic, visually arresting wine cellar. With the right combination of commercial wine racks, you can build a wine room in virtually any space, from an old storage room to the empty space under a staircase.

Popular Wine Rack Brands for Your Restaurant and Bar Custom Wine Cellar

Millesime

Create a mesmerizing display with floating wine racks by Millesime. These sleek wine racks can be used in a variety of configurations in virtually any space.

Millesime’s floating and wall-mounted wine racks store your bottles horizontally while showcasing the labels in your collection. Use Millesime racks as dividers within a large room or to create an eye-catching display anywhere in your restaurant, bar, or hotel.

InstaCellar™

If you love the look of traditional wood wine racks, InstaCellar™ is a great choice. Ideal for restaurant wine storage or a custom wine display, InstaCellar’s line of modular wood wine racks can be configured for virtually any space.  

Choose from dozens of wine racking styles with flexible height configurations. Mix and match or stack modules to create your own ideal custom wine cellar system. Put the finishing touches on your wine racking system with decorative moldings or fluted casings.

VintageView

VintageView metal wine storage systems are a favorite among our commercial clients. Create a dazzling custom wine display to showcase your finest offerings with VintageView’s modern and contemporary metal wine racks.

Label-forward displays make it easy to manage and track inventory in your modern custom wine cellar since you don’t need to flip or move bottles to see the label. This helps prevent sediment disturbances that can alter the aroma and flavor of wine.

Wine Cellar Cooling Systems

The purpose of a wine cellar cooling unit is to properly cool and humidify the space while putting out as little heat and noise as possible and minimizing vibration, which can disturb your wine.

Choosing the right cooling system for your bar wine cellar or restaurant wine storage room will depend on a variety of factors, including:

  • The size of the space (in cubic feet)
  • Where the space is located (on a perimeter wall vs. interior room)
  • Whether walls, floors, and the ceiling are insulated
  • The amount of foot traffic in and out of the wine room
  • Where warm air will exhaust (outdoors or into another room)

Wine Racks America offers premium wine cooling systems by reputable manufacturers, including WhisperKOOL, Wine Guardian, and CellarPro. Our team will help you choose the best system for your cellar, whether it’s a split system, through-the-wall unit, or ducted cooling system.

Design Process for Custom Wine Cellars

From simple custom wine rooms to floating displays, the team at Wine Racks America uses cutting-edge tools and technology to create stunning wine cellars that wow patrons. Here’s how our design process works:

1: Connect – We start by discussing your needs. We want to understand your goals and help you find practical, creative ways to achieve them.

2: Design – We use a variety of tools to help us map out your custom wine cellar, including 3D drawings and CAD design software. Your sketches and ideas are welcome.

3: Build & Ship – Once we’ve built your custom wine cellar, we’ll ship it to you promptly for installation. We will keep you updated on the status of your order.

4: Install – Whether you decide to use DIY modular wine rack kits or hire a professional installer, we’ll guide you every step of the way. Once your new cellar is installed, fill it with wine, and enjoy!

Contact Wine Racks America to Start Your Restaurant and Bar Custom Wine Cellar Design

Wine Racks America is a national leader in innovative wine storage solutions. Our team is ready to help you build a stunning cellar that impresses patrons and meets all your wine storage needs. Get in touch today to learn more at 888-373-6057.

Complimentary Cellar Design Services

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Let our skilled designers bring your dream wine storage solution to life. With over 20 years of experience, our team is passionate about creating the perfect design just for you.

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Restaurant & Bar Wine Cellar FAQs

Which wine racks are best for a restaurant wine cellar?

Unless you have a space that is naturally cool, dark, and humid (like a subterranean room or basement) for your bar or restaurant wine cellar, you will likely need a commercial wine cooling system. Especially if you plan to store wine long term or serve expensive vintages.

Wine cooling systems come in a variety of options, split or ducted systems to through-the-wall units. There is a cooling solution for every application, and our team will help you find the best one for your needs.

Do I need a wine cooling system for my restaurant and bar?

Unless you have a space that is naturally cool, dark, and humid (like a subterranean room or basement) for your bar or restaurant wine cellar, you will likely need a commercial wine cooling system. Especially if you plan to store wine long term or serve expensive vintages.

Wine cooling systems come in a variety of options, split or ducted systems to through-the-wall units. There is a cooling solution for every application, and our team will help you find the best one for your needs.

What temperature should wine be stored at in a restaurant?

If you carry collectible wine, it’s especially important to maintain very specific temperature conditions. Both reds and whites should be stored between 55°F-60°F with a relative humidity level of 65%-75%.

White wines and rosés should be served between 45°F-50°F. You may want to invest in a multi-zone wine refrigerator to ensure both reds and whites are always available at optimal serving temperatures.

How much does it cost to build a wine cellar?

The cost to build a wine cellar can vary considerably based on the size of the space, the materials you choose, and how much renovation is required.

A properly constructed wine cellar should be framed, wired, insulated, and finished to support long-term wine storage. You may also need a cooling system, depending on the conditions in the space where your cellar will be.

Our expert wine cellar builders will help you design a wine room that meets your needs, whether it’s a custom wine cellar for a bar or a walk-in wine storage room with tasting tables.

What if I don’t have much space in my restaurant or bar?

You might be surprised at just how much wine you can store in a small space, especially with floor-to-ceiling racks, waterfall racks, and other innovative wine storage solutions. View our sample designs to get an idea of how much wine you can store in a small or odd-shaped space.