A rotomolded cooler with a flat lid is the move.

Yes, you want one that doubles as a table. The key is the lid — it needs to be flat and strong enough to stand on, not hinged in a way that flops open when you set a plate down.

Rotomolded coolers (Yeti, RTIC, Pelican, etc.) are built like tanks. They’re thick, insulated, and the lids are designed to take weight. You can sit on them, put a cutting board on top, or set down a tray of burgers. Cheaper coolers with thin plastic lids will buckle or crack if someone leans on them.

A few things to check: look for a flat lid surface — some have indents or cupholders that make them less useful as tables. And get one with rubber feet or non-slip pads on the bottom so it doesn’t slide around when you’re using it as a surface.

Your beer stays cold, your chips stay off the ground, and you don’t need a separate table. That’s the win.