Description
Italian espresso craftsmanship in a compact, durable manual machine.
The La Pavoni Casa Bar is a compact manual espresso machine built for coffee lovers who want hands-on control over espresso and milk preparation without sacrificing valuable counter space.
Built around a brass single-boiler heating system, a vibration pump, pressure gauge and manual steam wand, the Casa Bar delivers a traditional espresso-making experience in a streamlined machine designed for everyday home use.
Choose the finish that best suits your coffee station: Stainless Steel or Black. Both colours use the same Casa Bar brewing platform and specifications.
Brass Single-Boiler System
The Casa Bar uses a brass boiler and brass brewing components to provide the thermal mass needed for espresso preparation in a compact format.
As a single-boiler machine, the Casa Bar switches between espresso brewing and steam production rather than performing both functions at the same time.
Manual Espresso Control
The Casa Bar gives you direct control over the espresso-making process. Grind your coffee, dose the portafilter, tamp and control the extraction yourself for a more traditional barista workflow.
Pump Pressure Gauge
A front-mounted pressure gauge provides visual feedback from the pump during extraction, giving you another reference point while dialing in your espresso.
15-Bar Vibration Pump
The vibration pump provides the pressure required for espresso brewing while helping keep the Casa Bar compact enough for a residential coffee station.
Manual Steam Wand
The steam wand gives you manual control over milk texture for cappuccino, latte, flat white and other milk-based drinks.
Because steaming is controlled by the user, you can adjust your technique to create anything from warm milk to fine microfoam.
Cool-Touch Steam Wand
The cool-touch steam-wand design improves handling during milk preparation and helps reduce milk residue baking onto the exterior of the wand.
Large 2.9 L Water Reservoir
The removable 2.9 litre water tank provides generous capacity for a machine with such a compact footprint and can be removed for easier filling and cleaning.
LED Toggle Controls
Individual toggle switches with indicator lights provide simple, tactile control over the machine's main functions while maintaining the classic mechanical character of the Casa Bar.
Temperature-Ready Indicator
An indicator light helps show when the machine has reached its operating temperature for brewing or steaming.
Passive Cup-Warming Surface
The top of the machine acts as a passive cup-warming surface, allowing espresso cups to benefit from heat generated by the machine during operation.
Compact Italian Design
At only approximately 22 cm wide, the Casa Bar delivers a traditional manual espresso workflow without requiring the counter space of a larger prosumer machine.
Available in polished Stainless Steel or Black, both variants are made in Italy and share the same internal brewing platform.
Key Features
- Manual espresso and cappuccino machine
- Single brass boiler
- Brass brewing group
- Vibration pump
- 15-bar pump pressure
- Front pump-pressure gauge
- Manual steam wand
- Cool-touch steam-wand design
- LED toggle switches
- Temperature-ready indicator
- 2.9 L removable water reservoir
- Water-level indicator
- Removable drip tray
- Passive cup warmer
- Compact 220 mm width
- Available in Stainless Steel and Black
- Made in Italy
Technical Specifications
- Brand: La Pavoni
- Model: Casa Bar
- Machine Type: Manual Espresso Machine
- Heating System: Single Boiler
- Boiler Material: Brass
- Boiler Capacity: Approx. 0.22 L
- Brewing Group Material: Brass
- Pump Type: Vibration Pump
- Pump Pressure: 15 bar
- Pressure Gauge: Yes
- Milk System: Manual Steam Wand
- Water Tank Capacity: 2.9 L
- Water Tank: Removable
- Direct Water Connection: No
- Water-Level Indicator: Yes
- Temperature Indicator: Yes
- Cup Warmer: Passive
- Grinder: No
- Width: Approx. 220 mm / 8.7 in
- Depth: Approx. 270 mm / 10.6 in
- Height: Approx. 320 mm / 12.6 in
- Weight: Approx. 8 kg / 17.6 lb
- Available Finishes: Stainless Steel / Black
- Country of Manufacture: Italy
Electrical Requirements
- North American Model: Yes
- Voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
- Electrical Connection: North American 120 V power supply
Always use the electrical supply specified on the machine's rating plate and installation documentation.
What's Included
- La Pavoni Casa Bar espresso machine
- Standard portafilter
- Single espresso filter basket
- Double espresso filter basket
- Tamper
- Coffee measuring scoop
- Cleaning brush
Available Colours
- Stainless Steel
- Black
The colour selection changes the exterior finish only. Brewing performance and core specifications are the same between both variants.
Who Is the Casa Bar For?
- Home espresso drinkers who want manual control
- Customers moving beyond entry-level appliance-style espresso machines
- Users who want a compact machine with brass brewing components
- Espresso and cappuccino drinkers
- Users comfortable grinding, dosing and tamping their own coffee
- Homes where counter space is limited
- Customers who prefer Italian-made espresso equipment
Single Boiler: What Does It Mean?
The Casa Bar uses one boiler for both espresso brewing and steam production.
When preparing a milk drink, brew the espresso first and then switch the machine into steam mode. After steaming, the boiler needs to return to brewing temperature before another espresso is prepared.
For one or two drinks at a time, this provides a compact and straightforward workflow. Customers regularly preparing many milk drinks back-to-back may prefer a heat-exchanger or dual-boiler espresso machine.
Care & Maintenance
- Rinse the portafilter and basket after regular use
- Wipe and purge the steam wand immediately after steaming milk
- Empty and rinse the drip tray regularly
- Clean the water reservoir periodically
- Remove coffee oils from brewing components using an appropriate espresso-machine cleaner
- Descale according to water hardness and manufacturer recommendations
- Use properly treated water to reduce mineral buildup
- Never immerse the machine in water
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the La Pavoni Casa Bar a manual espresso machine?
Yes. The user grinds, doses, tamps and controls the espresso preparation manually.
2. Is the Casa Bar available in more than one colour?
Yes. This product is available in Stainless Steel and Black.
3. Is there a performance difference between the Stainless Steel and Black versions?
No. They use the same Casa Bar brewing platform. The primary difference is the exterior finish.
4. Does the Casa Bar have a PID?
No. This standard Casa Bar model uses a temperature indicator rather than electronic PID temperature control.
5. Is there a PID version of the Casa Bar?
La Pavoni also manufactures a separate Casa Bar PID model. It is a different machine and should not be confused with this standard Casa Bar.
6. What type of boiler does the Casa Bar use?
It uses a single brass boiler for both espresso brewing and steam production.
7. Can I brew espresso and steam milk at the same time?
No. As a single-boiler machine, it switches between brewing temperature and steam temperature.
8. Can it make cappuccino and latte?
Yes. The manual steam wand can be used to texture milk for cappuccino, latte, flat white and other milk-based beverages.
9. Does it have a built-in grinder?
No. A separate espresso-capable coffee grinder is required.
10. How large is the water tank?
The removable reservoir holds approximately 2.9 litres of water.
11. Does the Casa Bar require plumbing?
No. The machine operates from its removable water reservoir.
12. What does the front gauge measure?
The front manometer provides pump-pressure feedback during espresso preparation.
13. What is the pump pressure?
The vibration pump is rated up to 15 bar.
14. Does it have a cup warmer?
Yes. The top surface acts as a passive cup warmer while the machine is heated.
15. How large is the Casa Bar?
It measures approximately 220 mm wide, 270 mm deep and 320 mm high.
16. How much does it weigh?
The machine weighs approximately 8 kg.
17. What electricity does the Canadian model use?
The North American Casa Bar is designed for a 120 V, 60 Hz electrical supply.
18. Is the machine suitable for a standard Canadian kitchen?
The North American model is designed for 120 V operation. Always confirm the electrical rating on the machine before installation and use.
19. Is the Casa Bar made in Italy?
Yes. The Casa Bar is manufactured in Italy.
20. Who is this machine best suited for?
It is well suited to home users who want a compact, traditionally operated espresso machine and enjoy controlling the grinding, dosing, tamping, brewing and milk-texturing process themselves.
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