Premium dry-hire mobile bar for birthdays, corporate events and private celebrations in Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire and Ventura. Custom signature cocktails, professional bartenders, full setup and cleanup. You buy the alcohol — we handle everything else.
La Barra Co. is a founder-run mobile bartending service based in Los Angeles, serving events across Southern California. We bring the full cocktail bar experience — bartenders, portable bar setup, mixers, garnish, glassware and menu design — directly to your venue. You provide the alcohol, we handle everything else. That's dry-hire, and it's how the smartest hosts run their bars. We were built for the client who wants a real cocktail bar at their event without the markup, waste and impersonal execution of traditional catering.
Traditional caterers mark alcohol up 200-400%. In a dry-hire model, you buy the alcohol yourself at retail — often from a local shop that will let you return unopened bottles — and we bring the professional bar service. You pay for expertise, not markup. It's fully legal in California and the standard for hosts who value quality without waste.
Every bartender on our team holds a current California RBS (Responsible Beverage Service) certification, required by state law. Full We operate under a fully compliant California dry-hire model — the same framework used by leading catering and event brands statewide.
“The bar shouldn't be an afterthought at your event. It should be a reason people remember it.”— La Barra Co. Philosophy
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing. What you see is what you pay — gratuity appreciated but never required. Founding-client rates reflect our launch phase and will rise as our calendar fills. Lock in your event now at the lowest prices we'll ever offer. Four package tiers cover events from intimate 30-person gatherings to 200-guest celebrations.
A side-by-side breakdown so you can see exactly what changes as you scale. No hidden add-ons, no surprise charges — every line is included in the base package price.
| Intimate | Signature | Premier | Grand | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Service hours | 3 hrs | 4 hrs | 4 hrs | 5 hrs |
| Guests | 30–50 | 60–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 |
| Signature cocktails | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Classic cocktail menu | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mixers & ice included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Garnish bar | Basic | Curated | Curated | Elevated |
| Custom menu card | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bar setup & backdrop | 6ft basic | 8ft premium | 12ft double | 12ft + LED |
| Service points | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Setup time | 60 min | 90 min | 90 min | 2 hrs |
| Complete cleanup | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Glassware option | Disposable | Glass or premium | Real glass | Real glass |
| Travel radius | 25 mi | 50 mi | 50 mi | 75 mi |
| Bilingual EN/ES service | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pre-event menu meeting | Text/call | 30-min call | 30-min call | Full session |
| $795 | $1,495 | $1,950 | $2,795 |
Not every event needs real glassware. Pool parties, backyard barbecues, boat charters, tailgates and outdoor birthdays call for something safer and more casual. Any of these can be added to any package at booking.
“Every cocktail we pour is a small performance. Every guest deserves to feel like the guest of honor.”
Every package includes signature drinks built around you or your event — the birthday guest, the guest of honor, an inside joke, a family name. Type any name below to see how yours could appear on our custom-printed menu card at your event.
Booking us should feel as smooth as our service. Here's exactly what happens between your first message and the last glass being packed up at the end of the night.
Text, call or WhatsApp us. We talk through your event, guest count, venue, vibe. Zero pressure, real numbers.
Takes 15 minWe design 2-5 signature cocktails based on your palette, theme, honoree and season. You approve everything before we print menu cards.
2-3 daysYou get a precise shopping list — brands, sizes, quantities — sized to your guest count. No guesswork, no over-buying.
48 hrs after menuWe tell you WHERE — Costco, BevMo, Total Wine, your favorite local shop. Most retailers accept returns on unopened bottles.
1 week beforeFull setup: bar, backdrop, glassware, ice, garnish station, printed menus. Everything ready before your first guest arrives.
90 min setupProfessional service through your event, then complete breakdown. We leave your space cleaner than we found it — every time.
45 min breakdownSix reasons hosts across Southern California are choosing us for their most important celebrations. This is what makes founder-run different from franchise catering.
No middlemen, no account managers, no phone trees. Every event goes through David directly — the founder who will train your bartenders and often work the bar himself.
Every bartender holds a current California RBS certification. We check ID, pace pours, refuse over-service, and keep your event safe and legal — the standard, done right.
We design drinks that match your color palette, your honoree's tastes, your season, and your theme. Not a cookie-cutter menu — a real bar built around your event.
The full experience in English or Spanish. Menus, service, planning calls — everything. Because Southern California celebrations don't fit into one language.
Our launch pricing sits 20-30% below established competitors offering the same package. These rates are real, they're limited, and they'll rise as our calendar fills.
Package price + travel outside base radius. That's it. All-inclusive — gratuity appreciated but never required. No surprise cake-cutting fees, no glass rental up-charges, no invoice mysteries at the end.
A lot of new mobile bars skip the compliance conversation. We think you deserve to know exactly how our model works before you write a deposit check. Here's the plain-English explanation.
Under California ABC guidelines, a private host may legally purchase alcohol at retail for their own private event, and may hire a professional bartending service to prepare and serve those drinks. We do not sell alcohol — we sell bartending, setup, mixers, glassware and menu design. This is the same framework used by hundreds of catering and event brands statewide. It is the industry standard for private events, not a workaround.
California law requires every bartender who serves alcohol commercially to hold a current RBS (Responsible Beverage Service) certification, verified through the state ABC. Every bartender on our team holds an active RBS certification and can produce it on request. An ABC seller license is a separate credential required only for businesses that sell alcohol — which we do not. In the dry-hire model, the RBS is the credential that governs service. We meet the standard in full.
We carry general liability insurance for property damage and injury at events. Liquor liability insurance — the specialized policy for alcohol-related claims — is currently in process. We say so plainly because you deserve the real status before you book, not marketing language. If your venue requires proof of specific coverage before your date, we'll tell you honestly whether we have it and can share our compliance paperwork (compliance documentation) on request.
A 30% deposit reserves your date. The balance is due 7 days before your event. Cancellations more than 30 days out receive a full deposit refund. Cancellations 14-30 days out receive a 50% refund. Inside 14 days, the deposit is non-refundable but transferable to a rescheduled date within 12 months at no penalty. We understand life happens — we've built the policy to be fair without being fragile.
We will not serve anyone visibly intoxicated, anyone under 21, or anyone whose ID we cannot verify. We will not serve at events with attendees under 21 who have access to the bar area without adult supervision. We will not accept jobs that violate ABC guidelines or that ask us to sell alcohol on-site. These are firm lines — non-negotiable — and part of what protects you as the host from any liability exposure.
Our focus keeps us sharp. We specialize in adult celebrations — 21 and older — where the bar plays a central role. Six event types cover about 95% of what we do.
Dirty 30s, 40th, 50th, 60th and beyond. Named signature cocktails, custom menu cards, service that treats the birthday guest like royalty. Our most-booked event category by a wide margin.
Office parties, client entertainment, product launches, holiday parties, quarterly celebrations, board dinners. Professional, on brand, tight service that finishes on schedule so your team can wrap the day.
Housewarmings, holiday hosting, dinner parties, cocktail evenings. Intimate gatherings from 15-30 guests where the host wants a real bar experience without playing bartender all night.
Pool parties, sunset gatherings, patio dinners, backyard concerts. Our setup fits any residential space — driveways, decks, lawns, side yards. We work in real backyards, not just Instagram ones.
Empowerment celebrations, new-chapter parties, girls' nights that need more than wine and cheese. Playful menus, spicy margaritas, cocktails named after the ex or the new life. Unforgettable, on purpose.
Anniversary dinners, engagement announcements, promotions, retirement toasts, graduation parties, cultural milestones. Events where the drink you're holding when the toast happens really matters.
A handful of stories from our first months of service across Southern California. Real events, real hosts, real feedback.
“The team turned my 40th into the party everyone's still talking about. The cocktail named after me was the whole conversation of the night. Setup was seamless, cleanup was invisible, and the service pace was exactly right for the room.”
“We used La Barra Co. for our Q4 client dinner and it made the whole evening feel elevated. The bartenders knew their menu cold, kept the pace tight, and the branded menu cards were a surprisingly great touch. Booking again for our holiday party.”
“Contraté a La Barra Co. para el aniversario de mis papás en Anaheim. Todo en español, cocktails que combinaban con la comida, y un servicio impecable. La abuela de 82 años se tomó dos margaritas y bailó hasta la 1 a.m. Recomendados 1000%.”
“This was the divorce party I didn't know I needed. David actually took time to design cocktails that told my story — from the 'Fresh Start Spritz' to the 'Signed on the Line'. My friends still talk about it. The bar was the party.”
“Backyard 50th in Irvine — 85 guests, three-hour cocktail hour into dinner. La Barra Co. handled the whole flow, made sure my mom always had her margarita in hand, and left our patio spotless. Pricing was legitimately half of the competitor quote we had.”
“Booked La Barra for my partner's promotion celebration in Beverly Hills. The espresso martinis alone were worth the entire booking. David walked us through the shopping list personally so we didn't over-buy. Zero waste, zero stress. Absolute pros.”
These are early client experiences from our launch season. As we grow, we're building our public review portfolio on Google Business Profile — feel free to leave your review there after your event.
Setup, garnish stations, cocktail pours, backyard bars, event moments. This is what our service looks like at real events across Southern California.
From the Pacific to the Inland Empire, our mobile bar travels to twelve core cities and every community in between. Each page below is a full local guide to our service in that city — venues we love, neighborhoods we cover, and local event details.
From Silver Lake to Mid-Wilshire
Elevated service, discreet setup
Beach parties, terrace events
Craftsman homes, garden events
Waterfront venues, downtown lofts
Milestone birthdays, family celebrations
Coastal homes, yacht parties
Corporate events, HQ parties
Backyard celebrations, vineyard events
Mountain venues, indoor-outdoor
Coastal celebrations, harbor events
Vineyard estates, canyon homes
Tower receptions, firm parties
Rooftops, Arts District lofts
Studio wraps, tech campuses
Product launches, offsites
Showrooms, corporate & weddings
Corporate campus events
Lakeside & backyard celebrations
County-wide weddings & corporate
Convention & Gaslamp receptions
Bilingual service, big celebrations
All LA County neighborhoods
RBS-certified and bilingual
Servicio bilingüe en español
Anaheim to Mission Viejo
Coastal, ranch & downtown
All-inclusive wedding bar
Receptions, launches, holiday parties
Frozen & fresh margarita carts
Launches, networking, galas
OC beach, vineyard, backyard weddings
La Jolla, Coronado, Del Mar weddings
Private & corporate bartenders · OC
Private & corporate bartenders · SD
OC launches, holiday parties, dinners
10-flavor mimosa bar + mocktails
60/100/150-glass towers for weddings
Q4 seasonal · office xmas & year-end
$795 · $1,495 · $1,950 · $2,795 — transparent, no hidden fees
5-star Google rating · real client reviews
Free, no email · bottle counts in 30 seconds
Free · estimate total open bar spend
Milestones, surprise, backyard, themed
Bilingual · adult cocktails + mocktail bar
Vacation rental & Airbnb bartending
Patio & lawn setup · from 6ft by 6ft
Temecula · Santa Ynez · Malibu wine country
Permits, insurance, setup, bartender ratios
A visual view of the full booking journey. Most bookings take 4-6 weeks end to end, though we've delivered great events on a 5-day rush timeline when the calendar allowed.
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Day +3La Barra Co. began with a simple observation I made at too many great parties: the food was thoughtful, the venue was beautiful, the music was right — and then the bar was an afterthought. Warm drinks in plastic cups. A line that never moved. A bartender who didn't know the menu and didn't care to. I couldn't understand why hosts spent months planning everything else and left the bar to whoever was cheapest and available.
So I built La Barra Co. to fix exactly that. I chose the mobile bar model instead of opening a brick-and-mortar because I wanted to bring the craft cocktail bar to the spaces where the memories actually happen — backyards, patios, private venues, home celebrations. A restaurant serves anyone who walks in. A mobile bar serves you specifically, on your night, in your space.
We're new to Southern California — recently launched, working from Los Angeles, serving events from Malibu to Pomona and everywhere in between. That means two things: every event still gets my personal attention, and our founding-client pricing is genuinely below what established competitors charge. I show up to consultations. I train the bartenders myself. I answer your texts, usually within the hour. When you book La Barra Co., you're getting the founder — not a sales team.
My commitment to you is this: I will treat your event like it's my own. I will design cocktails that mean something to you and your guests. I will show up early, work clean, and leave your space better than I found it. And I will stand behind the work — if something isn't right, I will make it right, because reputation is the only thing a founder-run business really has.
If you're planning a milestone birthday, corporate cocktail hour, backyard celebration, or anything else where the bar shouldn't be an afterthought — I'd love to talk. Text me directly. No phone tree, no sales pitch. Just a conversation about what would make your event unforgettable.
La Barra Co. nació de una observación simple que hice en demasiadas fiestas increíbles: la comida era pensada, el venue hermoso, la música correcta — y el bar era un pensamiento tardío. Tragos tibios en vasos plásticos. Una fila que no avanzaba. Un bartender que no conocía el menú y no le interesaba. No entendía por qué los anfitriones planificaban meses todo lo demás y dejaban el bar a quien fuera más barato y estuviera disponible.
Así que fundé La Barra Co. para arreglar exactamente eso. Elegí el modelo de bar móvil en vez de abrir un local porque quería llevar el bar craft de cocktails a los espacios donde realmente pasan los recuerdos — jardines, patios, venues privados, celebraciones en casa. Un restaurante sirve a cualquiera. Un bar móvil te sirve específicamente a vos, en tu noche, en tu espacio.
Somos nuevos en el Sur de California — recién lanzados, con base en Los Ángeles, cubriendo eventos desde Malibu hasta Pomona. Eso significa dos cosas: cada evento sigue teniendo mi atención personal, y nuestros precios de lanzamiento están genuinamente por debajo de los competidores establecidos. Yo estoy en las consultas. Yo entreno a los bartenders. Yo respondo tus mensajes, generalmente dentro de la hora. Cuando reservás La Barra Co., recibís al fundador — no a un equipo de ventas.
Mi compromiso con vos es este: voy a tratar tu evento como si fuera mío. Voy a diseñar cocktails que signifiquen algo para vos y tus invitados. Voy a llegar temprano, trabajar limpio y dejar tu espacio mejor de como lo encontré. Y voy a respaldar el trabajo — si algo no está bien, lo hago bien, porque la reputación es lo único que un negocio dirigido por su fundador realmente tiene.
Si estás planeando un cumpleaños emblemático, cocktail hour corporativo, celebración de jardín o cualquier ocasión donde el bar no debería ser un pensamiento tardío — me encantaría hablar. Escribime directo. Sin phone trees, sin sales pitch. Solo una conversación sobre qué haría inolvidable tu evento.
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When clients ask us for a "mobile bar rental," most of them are actually looking for a full service — a bar unit that shows up, bartenders behind it, drinks poured all night, and everything packed out by midnight. In Southern California the two are often sold as the same thing, but the price gap tells a different story. A bare bar-cart rental in LA runs about $350-$600 a day. The $795 Intimate package at La Barra Co. ships the cart, two certified bartenders, menu design, ice, mixers, garnishes, and setup/teardown — the only line item you handle is the alcohol itself.
The distinction matters because the venue permits, the insurance, and the staffing all live on different sides of that line. A rental drops a cart on the floor at Hummingbird Nest Ranch or a Beverly Hills backyard, and it's on you to find bartenders, buy mixers, haul ice, and verify RBS cards. A service — ours or anyone else's — comes with the people, the paper trail, and the clean-up crew.
Here is how we draw the line package by package:
If you are comparing a $350 "mobile bar for hire near me" quote against our Intimate package, you are not comparing like for like — one of them is a cart on wheels, the other is a licensed crew. Read the dry-hire explainer for the California-specific legal reason the two markets look identical from the outside but behave very differently once the first drink is poured.
Every private wedding we book in California is a dry-hire. That is not a sales choice — it is the only legal path for a mobile bar company that is not a licensed alcohol retailer. The California ABC draws a hard line: if we sell the drink, we need a Type-58 caterer's permit and a per-event authorization. If you buy the alcohol in your own name and we pour it as your contracted service staff, no state permit is required. That one distinction is why dry-hire is the SoCal standard for weddings, birthdays, and backyard events — and why a $795 Intimate booking is price-competitive with Nebraska mobile-bar quotes that look impossibly cheap on paper.
Here is what we handle so you don't have to:
What we never do, and what sets a red flag if a competitor offers it: sell you the drink on-site, invoice you per drink, or quote a "cash bar" where guests pay us. That is wet-hire territory and requires a different license. If a quote looks like a restaurant bill, something is misrouted. For the full breakdown of ABC rules, insurance, and the dry-hire vs. wet-hire scenarios — including the Airbnb and backyard-wedding edge cases — see do I need a bartender license for a wedding?
A signature cocktail is the single drink that defines the night — the one on the printed menu card next to the bride and groom's names, the one your corporate guests remember after the keynote, the one your 50th-birthday photographer catches in every reception shot. We build two signature cocktails for every Signature-package wedding and three for every Grand. The 12-pour house menu above is our starting shortlist; your actual signatures are custom-designed in the 15-minute consult call that comes free with every booking.
The cocktails our clients ask for most, by event type:
Each signature comes with a 1-page recipe card you keep after the event — some clients hang them in the kitchen, some use them as the thank-you insert in the post-wedding Christmas card. If you want ideas before the consult, start with our 21 signature cocktail ideas for your wedding round-up.
When clients search "bar catering services near me" they usually mean one of two things: a bartender who shows up with a cart (that is our Intimate package), or a full beverage program that pairs with the food caterer's timeline — welcome drink at cocktail hour, batched signatures during speeches, open bar at the dance floor, late-night Carajillos as the room empties. The second version is what we call bar catering, and it is baked into our Signature and Grand packages at no extra line-item cost.
What a La Barra Co. bar catering timeline looks like for a 120-guest wedding at a Pasadena estate:
We coordinate directly with your food caterer, planner, and DJ so the drink service never collides with speeches or the dance set. If you are comparing La Barra Co. against a traditional catering company that bolts on a bar line item, the difference is that bar is our only product — the beverage program is designed first, the staffing is sized to it, and the pricing is transparent. Full package breakdown is in how much does a mobile bar cost.
Roughly one in five guests at every wedding and corporate event we book in Orange County and LA now orders a non-alcoholic drink by choice. That is pregnant guests, sober-curious 30-somethings, drivers, Mormon and Muslim family members, and anyone pacing themselves through a six-hour reception. A mocktail that looks like a tequila flight on the bar — not a plastic cup of orange juice at the kids' table — is the difference between those guests feeling included and feeling like an afterthought. Every La Barra Co. menu includes a mocktail twin for every alcoholic signature, no up-charge, on every package.
The non-alc program we most often run for OC and LA events:
If your event is a baby shower, a bridal brunch, a corporate daytime launch, or a sober-first celebration, we can run a mocktail-only package at the $795 Intimate rate with a bar cart, two certified pros, and a six-drink non-alcoholic menu. See our mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks guide for the full menu library.
Seventeen of the questions we hear most from Southern California hosts. If yours isn't here, text us — we usually reply within the hour.
Bartender(s), portable bar setup with backdrop, all mixers, fresh juices, house syrups, garnishes, ice, glassware or premium disposables, printed custom menu cards, cocktail napkins, complete setup and full breakdown. Pricing is all-inclusive — the only additional line is travel outside the base radius for that package. Gratuity is appreciated but never required.
No. As a dry-hire mobile bar, you purchase the alcohol yourself — this keeps the model compliant with California ABC guidelines and saves you 30-50% versus caterers who mark up alcohol. We send you a precise shopping list (brands, sizes, quantities) based on your menu and guest count, and we tell you exactly where to buy.
Standard math: plan for 1 drink per guest per hour for the first two hours, then 0.75 per hour after. A 4-hour event for 100 guests = about 350 drinks. We convert that into bottle counts (spirits, wine, beer split), share which retailers accept returns on unopened bottles, and recommend you buy 10% extra as a cushion. Most clients spend $8-15 per guest on alcohol at retail — dramatically less than caterer markup pricing.
Travel is included within your package radius — 25 miles for Intimate, 50 for Signature and Premier, 75 for Grand, measured from central Los Angeles. Beyond that we add $2 per round-trip mile, shown transparently on your quote. Palm Springs, Santa Barbara and San Diego typically run $75–$150.
Every bartender who serves holds a current California RBS certification — the credential state law actually requires to serve alcohol. We're newly launched and our liability policy is in process; if your venue requires proof of coverage, tell us early and we'll give you a straight answer. We operate under a fully compliant California dry-hire model.
3 hours of service, plus our included setup (60-120 min) and breakdown (45 min). We can build custom shorter engagements for pop-up situations, corporate half-hours or wedding cocktail extensions — reach out to talk through it.
Absolutely. Every event includes a craft mocktail option built with the same premium ingredients as our cocktails. We can also design keto-friendly (no sugar syrup, fresh citrus, spirits-forward), low-cal (spritz-based, tall drinks), and sugar-free menus. Tell us your requirements at the menu design stage and we'll build accordingly.
Full pre-booking tastings aren't part of our current model — we're a founder-run mobile business, not a fixed venue. However, we do offer detailed video walk-throughs of any signature cocktail we design for you, and we're building a tasting event series in late 2026 for booked clients.
4-8 weeks is ideal for weekend dates, especially May through October (peak season in SoCal). We accept last-minute bookings when the calendar allows — we've delivered great events on 5-day rush timelines. If your date is soon, text us and we'll tell you honestly whether we can execute properly.
Cancellations more than 30 days out receive a full deposit refund. 14-30 days out, 50% refund. Inside 14 days, the deposit is non-refundable but transferable to a rescheduled date within 12 months at no penalty. Weather rescheduling for outdoor events is always free within 14 days.
Yes — always included in every package. We arrive 60-120 minutes before service (depending on package) to fully set up bar, backdrop, garnish station, glassware and menus. After service ends, we take 45 minutes to break down completely, bag trash, wipe surfaces and leave your space cleaner than we found it. Zero hosting labor from you.
Standard uniform is a black button-up, black apron and black pants — polished and neutral for any event style. We can adjust to your dress code — all white for beach events, all black tie for corporate, or coordinated colors if you send us the palette in advance. No extra charge.
Yes — this is one of our most-requested add-ons. For pool parties, backyard events, boat charters, and outdoor gatherings we recommend our Disposable Cup Service: premium clear 16oz and 10oz rocks-style plastic cups, shot cups and stirrers included, with a compostable eco option available. Add it to any package for +$95 per 100 guests (+$25 for the compostable upgrade). We can also mix — real glass at the bar for craft cocktails, plastic near the pool. Trash bags and disposal are included.
We bring it. Intimate includes premium eco-disposables (they look real, they compost). Signature includes your choice of real glass or premium disposables. Grand includes full real glassware service — rocks, coupe, wine, highball, all sized properly to the menu. You never need to source glassware separately.
It almost never happens because we size the shopping list carefully — but if it does, our bartender will discreetly let you know 30 minutes before it becomes a problem, and can either pivot to lower-inventory drinks or a designated guest can make a quick store run. We'll always be prepared with backup non-alcoholic options.
Yes — every signature cocktail on your menu comes with a zero-proof version built to the same standard. We work with premium non-alcoholic spirits (Seedlip, Ritual, Lyre's) and design mocktails that don't feel like a compromise. Guests who don't drink will get the full experience, not a Shirley Temple.
Yes — backyards, patios, driveways, pool areas, terraces, rooftops. We bring shade covering for the bar station on request, we don't need a full canopy from you. We need a reasonably flat area (roughly 10x8 ft), access to one standard outlet within 25 ft, and a path from vehicle to setup. That's it.
30% deposit reserves your date. Remaining 70% balance due 7 days before your event. We accept credit card, Venmo, Zelle, ACH bank transfer and checks. Corporate clients can request net-30 invoicing with signed contract. All payments processed through secure invoicing — you'll receive a written contract and receipt for everything.
Straight, honest answers to the questions people actually ask us — organized by topic so you find your answer in seconds.
La Barra Co. weddings run $795 (30–50 guests), $1,495 (60–100 guests), $1,950 (100–150 guests) or $2,795 (150–200 guests). All-inclusive — no mandatory gratuity, no hidden fees. Southern California mobile bars typically quote $1,800–$2,800 for 100 guests and $3,000–$4,500 for 150+, so our founding-client rates sit well below market.
No. Our pricing is all-inclusive. Most California mobile bars add 18-22% mandatory gratuity — we don't. Tips welcome but never required.
Intimate package at $795 covers 30-50 guests, 3 hours, 1 RBS-certified bartender, full setup, mixers, ice, garnishes and glassware. You supply alcohol.
Travel is included within your package radius — 25 miles for Intimate, 50 for Signature and Premier, 75 for Grand, measured from central Los Angeles. Beyond that we add $2 per round-trip mile, shown transparently on your quote. Palm Springs, Santa Barbara and San Diego typically run $75–$150.
Not for private events on private property. But bartender must hold valid RBS certification. Every bartender who serves holds a current California RBS certification — the credential state law actually requires to serve alcohol. We're newly launched and our liability policy is in process; if your venue requires proof of coverage, tell us early and we'll give you a straight answer.
California law: only Type-58 caterer permit holders can sell alcohol at events. We operate dry-hire — you buy, we serve. Same model 90% of CA mobile bars use.
Yes — legally required. Our RBS-certified bartenders card every guest who appears under 30. We refuse service to visibly intoxicated guests to protect you as host.
Yes, and many do. We're a newly launched business and our liability policy is in process, so we can't issue a compliance paperwork yet. If your venue requires one, tell us before you book — we'd rather lose the booking than surprise you at the door.
Two bartenders for 100 guests is industry standard: keeps waits under 3 minutes. Our Signature package ($1,495) is built for this. One works with 5-10 min waits.
Arrive 90 min before event. Full setup takes 45-60 min. Breakdown after service takes 30 min. Neither counts against paid service hours.
Saturday weddings May-Oct: 3-4 months out. Off-peak/weekday events: 3-6 weeks. Same-week bookings: contact directly. Sept-Oct Saturdays sell out fastest.
Yes. Beach events need city permit — we help. Rooftop: wind-safe stemware. Backyard: 6ft x 3ft footprint + 3ft clearance. Need 20-amp outlet within 25 ft.
Yes — 2-4 signature cocktails designed around your story, theme or heritage. Common: 'his & hers,' cultural drinks, seasonal fruit, or Instagrammable (smoked, dry-ice). Included in Signature and Grand packages.
Every event includes 2+ mocktails for pregnant guests, kids, sober guests. Full alcohol-free menus on request. Popular: virgin mojito, elderflower spritz, agua fresca, tepache.
Yes. All bartenders speak English, most speak Spanish fluently. Request bilingual at booking — no charge. Valuable for Latino weddings in Downey, Montebello, El Monte.
Three things: (1) All-inclusive pricing — no surprise mandatory gratuity. (2) Founder-run, direct communication with owner. (3) Bilingual EN/ES service standard, not upsell.
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