The right bar refrigeration keeps beer, wine, mixers and glassware cold and within the bartender’s reach. Babak Food Equipment offers back bar coolers, beer dispensers and glass chillers for bars, pubs, nightclubs, restaurants, hotels and event venues across Vancouver and British Columbia, from Turbo Air, Atosa, Infrico and New Air. Whether you are fitting out a new cocktail bar or replacing a tired bar cooler, our bar refrigeration equipment is sized for life behind the counter.
Types of bar refrigeration
Back bar glass refrigerators
Back bar glass refrigerators display bottled beer, wine and soft drinks behind glass doors – a popular 2 door bar cooler setup for pubs and restaurants.
Back bar solid refrigerators
Back bar solid refrigerators store backup stock, mixers and garnishes out of sight and hold temperature well during busy service.
Beer dispensers
Beer dispensers and kegerators keep kegs cold and pour draft beer through a tower with one or more taps.
Glass chillers
Glass chillers frost mugs, pints and cocktail glasses so drinks stay colder for longer.
How to choose bar refrigeration

Measure the bar: most back bar coolers stand about 33–36 inches high; check the counter height, length and overhang.
Ventilation: front-breathing units can be built in under the counter; other models need open space behind them.
Glass or solid doors: glass sells, solid stores. Many bars use both.
Power: most bar refrigerators run on 110–115 V; confirm the plug and circuit for each unit.
Security: locking doors protect alcohol stock after hours.

Also see ice machines for cocktail ice and undercounter refrigeration for prep and garnish storage.
Why buy your bar refrigeration from Babak Food Equipment?
With more than 20 years in business and a 4.9★ Google rating from 380+ reviews, our team helps you plan the whole bar – coolers, draft and glassware – and checks clearance, ventilation and power before delivery. Delivery and installation options are available across BC – details and costs are discussed when you order. Opening on a budget? Ask about used commercial refrigeration.
Bar refrigeration at a glance
TypeTypical temperatureBest forBack bar glass coolerAbout 34–38°F (1–3°C)Displaying bottled drinksBack bar solid coolerAbout 34–38°F (1–3°C)Backup stock and mixersBeer dispenserAbout 36–38°F (2–3°C)Draft beer serviceGlass chillerAbout 0°F (-18°C) or colderFrosted mugs and glasses
Frequently asked questions
What is a back bar cooler?
A back bar cooler is a low refrigerator installed under the back counter of a bar to store and display drinks close to the bartender.
What size bar cooler do I need?
Most bars choose by length and door count: one door for small service bars, two doors for typical pubs and restaurants, and three doors for long, busy bars.
Do bar refrigerators run on 110 V?
Most self-contained back bar refrigerators plug into a standard 110–115 V outlet. Larger or multi-keg units may need a dedicated circuit.
Glass door or solid door – which is better for a bar?
Glass doors show products and boost sales; solid doors hold temperature better and keep stock private.
Availability, pricing, warranty terms, delivery and installation are confirmed at the time of purchase – request a quote on any model or call our team at (604) 566-9747.