Pantry Storage Ideas: The Best Pantry Organizers You Need

Last Updated on February 11, 2024

Check out these pantry storage ideas for the best pantry organizers you need now.

Having an organized pantry is like wearing a matching bra and panties – you just feel like you have your life a little more put together! I’m an organization nut, so having the best pantry organizers and storage solutions is a must for me. We also have a new custom-built pantry (which you can read all about HERE) that is on the smaller side, so keeping it organized is truly necessary.

Explore the best pantry storage ideas I’ve rounded up to help you create organized bliss in your own pantry. 

Discover more pantry posts:
→The Ultimate Pantry Makeover
→Small Pantry Organization Tips
→The Best Pantry Alternative

9 Amazing Pantry Storage Ideas

1. Pantry Storage Containers

Plastic Food Storage Containers

I use food storage containers for things like cereal, oatmeal, grains, and baking powders. I found an amazing BPA-free plastic storage container set at Amazon that I’ve been using for the last 3 years, and I love them. They also come with cute labels, so all of your containers are uniform and easy to find. Look for storage sets that are airtight so your food stays fresh!  

This set comes with 24 containers in 4 different sizes to fit a variety of items. Right now, I am using sticky notes on the bottom to notate the expiration date of products. I need to buy a label maker so I can make it more profesh! But for now, this works great. 

NOTE: Once emptied, be sure to wash food storage containers out with hot soap and water. I always clean and dry the containers before refilling.

Glass Food Storage Containers

I know plastic gets a bad rap and many people opt for glass containers. I personally like the look of glass containers better, but I’m sticking with plastic for now. These are some great glass options, though they are definitely pricier.

1. Glass Food Storage Jars, 7 Pack | 2. Glass Food Storage Jars, 5 Piece with Labels | 3. World Market Glass Food Jars with Acadia Lids | 4. Glass Jars with Lids, 3 Piece | 5. Costco Glass Jars with Acadia Lids

2. Wicker Storage Baskets for Pantry

I love organizing with wicker! Not only is it good for organizing but it also adds a touch of warmth to any space. Use wicker storage baskets in your pantry to store bags of grains, baking powders, nuts, and more.

The exact ones I bought on Amazon are sold out, but I provided some other wicker pantry storage ideas below. 

1. The Container Store Water Hyacinth, Case of 6 Bins | 2. Water Hyacinth with Chalkboard Labels, Set of 4 | 3. Water Hyacinth Wicker Baskets, Set of 6 | 4. Wicker Baskets with Handles, Set of 2 | 5. StorageWorks Water Hyacinth Baskets, Set of 2

NOTE: Wicker does shed and isn’t the easiest to clean so if that is a concern, opt for another pantry organizer.

3. Large Plastic Bins for Pantry

Plastic bins are truly the best pantry organizers. I have 8 in my pantry, and they provide a tremendous amount of storage. I keep everything from chips to pasta boxes/sauces and cooking oils in ours. The best part is, they are SO easy to clean! I will either just wipe them down with a rag or pull things out and wash them in the sink when needed. 

Amazon has some great options. I bought these first but when I went to buy more, the price had doubled! So, I found an alternative that looks nearly identical at a much better price. 

4. Wire Baskets for Pantry

Wire baskets are great for storing everything from chips and popcorn to fruits and veggies. I don’t have any more room in my pantry for wire baskets, but I have a space at the end of my kitchen that I am trying to convert to a wire basket stand (more to come!). 

Below are some great wire basket options I found. 

1. Stackable Wire Baskets with Bamboo Top, Set of 2 | 2. The Container Store Stacking Wire Basket | 3. Stackable Wire Baskets with Labels, Set of 2 | 4. Wire Baskets with Wooden Handles, Set of 2 | 5. Wire Baskets, Set of 4

5. Lazy Susan Turntable for Pantry

A lazy susan turntable is the perfect pantry organizer. It’s a storage turntable that you can spin around to easily rotate items to the front. I use ours for canned goods and cooking oils. It’s so convenient, I also added one to our fridge!

This one is great because it comes in a bunch of colors and has non-slip padding so your goods stay in place.

6. Snack Bins for Pantry

We always have lots of snacks on hand, and I didn’t have a great way to store them. I was keeping them in their boxes in our large plastic bins, but they weren’t convenient to grab.

I discovered these awesome plastic snack bins from Amazon, and I’m obsessed! They come in a pack of 4 and have optional dividers to easily organize everything from granola bars to nut packs and more. 

7. Expandable Spice Rack for Pantry

This spice rack has been a total game changer for our pantry! It’s got 3 tiers and expands for a custom fit. It has so much room for storage, and we can easily and quickly find the spices and seasonings we need. Plus, the non-skid padding keeps all of our bottles in place. 

It is my dream to someday put all of our spices in matching bottles and pretty labels. But for now, I’m happy to just have them organized on our rack!

8. Tea Organizer for Pantry

We are huge tea drinkers, especially me. I drink at least one cup of tea every day. Having a dozen boxes of different teas can get really messy, so I wanted an easy way to organize them.

I found these stacking tea organizers on Amazon, and they work perfectly! If you love tea but don’t love clutters, invest in these. 

9. Pantry Organizing Labels

Since my plastic food storage came with labels, I wanted to add similar ones to our bins and baskets. I found these black “chalkboard” plastic clip-on labels that easily slide onto our pantry organizers. They come with a dry erase marker so you can label everything perfectly!

Tip: Use a magic eraser to remove chalk marker. I figured this out after trying many different methods that did not work!

I absolutely love how organized our pantry is and hope these pantry storage ideas gave you the perfect inspiration. Happy organizing!

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