Why this under counter fridge earns its place
The Smeg 50s Retro Mini Bar Fridge FAB5RPK5 is a compact single-door chilled cabinet finished in pink, styled on Smeg's recognisable 50s retro lines. It is a minibar and hotel-fridge format, so it is designed to be seen: a drinks-and-snacks fridge that reads as a piece of the room rather than a grey box tucked in a corner. At 740 mm high, 404 mm wide and 569 mm deep, and weighing just 21.5 kg, the pink finish makes it a statement piece for boutique guest rooms, styled bars, reception areas and any setting where the fridge is part of the look.
In day-to-day use it works as a small, self-contained chilled unit for bottled drinks, cans and snacks kept close to where guests or customers sit. The 34-litre cabinet holds two glass shelves plus door shelves for bottles and snacks, chilling to +8 to -14°C using a low-noise static cooling system. It is a freestanding appliance, so placement is straightforward — set it on a level surface with room around the back and sides for airflow, and keep it clear of heat sources. Because it is compact, it suits point-of-use spots where a full-height cabinet would be overkill.
As a freestanding unit it plugs into a standard 220-240V mains socket from a 2-year parts and labour warranty and needs no special install work, though you should confirm the exact footprint and door-swing clearance against your space before ordering. The fridge uses 61 kWh per year with an energy class D rating. For sizing help, energy running costs and format questions, use the tools below, and our team can talk you through the current specification and servicing options.
