La Pavoni Casa Bar – compact portafilter machine with a clear signature
The portafilter clicks into place, the ULKA pump hums quietly to life, and as the crema flows into the cup, you keep an eye on pump pressure on the manometer. The La Pavoni Casa Bar brings genuine portafilter craft to your counter in compact form – with a 54 mm portafilter, a steam wand for fine-pored milk foam, and a housing that fits into almost any kitchen in black or chrome.
Inside works a single boiler with a 0.22 L brass boiler and a chrome-plated brass brew unit – brass holds heat well and helps keep the brew temperature stable, which has a direct effect on sweetness and aroma in the espresso. As a single boiler, the Casa Bar typically takes around 15 minutes to heat up, and then you're ready for espresso and, via the steam wand, for cappuccino or latte. How you pull your shot is entirely up to you – there are no espresso laws, what counts is that it tastes good to you. That's our view, one of many.
At a glance
| Heating system |
Single boiler with 0.22 L brass boiler |
| Brew unit |
Chrome-plated brass |
| Portafilter |
54 mm, double spout |
| Pump |
Quiet ULKA vibration pump, 15 bar |
| Steam |
Stainless steel steam wand for milk foam |
| Controls |
Toggle switches with LED indicators, manometer for pump pressure |
| Water tank |
2.9 L, removable, with water level indicator |
| Power |
950 W at 220–240 V |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) |
22 × 26.8 × 32 cm |
| In the box |
Filter baskets for 1 and 2 cups, double-spout portafilter, tamper |
| Colour options |
Black or chrome |
Who the Casa Bar is for
For everyone who wants to work with a portafilter at home – compact, uncomplicated and with a real hands-on feel. To get the grind right, it's worth a look at our coffee grinders; you'll find tampers and accessories in our barista tools. Add freshly roasted coffee beans from our own roastery. Our advisory tool helps you work out which machine suits you.
See it in the showroom
Let us know, and we will check whether the La Pavoni Casa Bar is currently on display at our showrooms – in Bern at Gerberngasse 44 or in Zurich Oerlikon at Hagenholzstrasse 50b. A private barista course, in which we go through the espresso ritual together, can be booked in addition. Financing is possible.
Frequently asked questions
What portafilter size does the Casa Bar have?
The Casa Bar works with a 54 mm portafilter. Filter baskets for 1 and 2 cups, the double-spout portafilter, and a tamper are included.
Can I froth milk with it?
Yes. The stainless steel steam wand lets you froth milk for cappuccino, latte macchiato, and more.
How long does the machine take to heat up?
As a single boiler with a brass boiler, the Casa Bar typically takes around 15 minutes to heat up before you pull a shot.
Can I see the La Pavoni Casa Bar live before buying?
That depends on whether the Casa Bar is on display right now. Our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) show a wide selection, but not our entire range – it is too large for that, and the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check whether the Casa Bar is currently there.
