I used this company for my husbands Masquerade, and the staff that I received was amazing. They…read morecame ready to serve and had great attitudes from the start. The bartenders were very fast and kept the line moving. I was really happy with their professionalism and how they treated my guest. My server was awesome as well. She kept everything nice and neat, and made sure things were fully stocked at all times! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

We had originally planned to have Ryan host our photobooth at our wedding in April 2020, but due to…read moreCOVID, we postponed until 2021. Then my (now) husband and I found out we were pregnant and opted to cancel the wedding entirely. I reached out to Ryan in August letting him know and requesting a refund (since I had paid in full) of the amount minus the deposit. He responded, not a problem, but then I never received an email back on how I would get the refund. I've now followed up via email and phone call. Seems like he is ignoring me. I understand that this is a hard time for everyone, but to be withholding money over the deposit, is another level of low. I'd save my money and work with a more reliable and legitimate company.

Outstanding professional bartnders. They served us at our 50th High school reunion…read more They were upbeat, outgoing and worked well together as a team. Great job gentleman. MJH Scottsdale Arizona

For Real Bartenders served drinks at our wedding at River Garden in Vista. From the start…read morecommunication was great. Pete handled all of the communication and I received responses very quickly. I requested several invoices from Pete before we booked and Pete was very patient while my wife and I settled on a package that was within our budget. Communication was still great after that. They were on time and ready to go when cocktail hour started. Pete and Luis were behind the bar and cleared up the initial rush pretty quickly and there was almost no wait for drinks the rest of the night. The drinks were stiff (they didn't skimp on the booze) and delicious and our guests enjoyed their beverages. We really feel that For Real Bartenders exceeded out expectations with prices that are more than reasonable. We got great value and would highly recommend these guys for your future bartender needs!

I hired sweet and salty to bartend my birthday party at my house and I have to say it was the best…read moredecision I made. Not only did Tomas follow up with me right away when I reached out, but he collaborated with me to come up with a signature cocktail, along with sending me over a list of everything I needed to buy. He was so precise and attentive in continuing to follow up with me right up until the moment he arrived at my house. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed having this extra detail and experience for my birthday. All of my friends and family commented about how wonderful it was to have him here serving drinks and taking care of everybody. I will definitely be having him back. They are amazing !!! Thank you again Tomas for making my birthday celebration so special !!

We used Sweet & Salty's service for my sister's welcome party, and they were absolutely fantastic…read morefrom start to finish. Tomas was quick to respond and professional af. They brought their own sleek, fully equipped bar setup, which really elevated the atmosphere of the event. One of the standout aspects was how collaborative and thoughtful they were. They helped us curate a custom cocktail menu based on our preferences, and even provided a detailed shopping list for all the alcohol, mixers, and garnishes we needed. It made prep incredibly easy. The bartenders were professional, friendly, and kept the drinks flowing smoothly all night. Several guests commented on how good the cocktails were! Would 100% use them again for future events. They made it totally stress-free and worth every penny. Highly recommend!

Virginia with Pacific Pour was available on a very short notice to be our private party bartender…read more She is very professional, has a great setup and is super customer service oriented. She arrived early for the event, and setup her mobile bar. I was super surprised that she also customized the specialty drink menu for our event. We were able to rest easy with Virginia as our private bartender. Our guests really enjoyed Virginia's bartender services. She was also very kind enough to take a group photo of us all, after the private photographer left. Awesome! We recommend Pacific Pour!

We recently had Virginia over for a private spirit tasting and cocktail making night, and it was…read moresuch a special experience! She provided amazing cocktails throughout the night and brought everything we could possibly need--from the premium mixers and ice to a beautiful variety of bourbon, whiskey, and mezcal. Not only is her expertise incredibly impressive (she taught us how to do a proper tasting and experiment with flavors!), but she is also just a joy to be around. Virginia is super personable, warm, and so easy to chat with. She was a total professional in helping us plan the perfect menu, but her vibe is so great that she instantly felt like a close friend. We had the absolute best time with her and highly recommend booking her for your next gathering!

Amazing food and catering. Very affordable. We ordered everything well ahead of our party and…read morepicked up the day of. It was amazingly delicious and our friends and family raved about it!

What makes a great reception and wedding day, food and the bar... Buckboard was a true highlight…read morefor my husband and I, and our guests! The food? Absolutely unforgettable. Every course, from the appetizers to the main courses, was incredible and beautifully presented. Many of our guests reached out about how it was simply such good food. One of our deciding factors was the fact that Buckboard is actually a restaurant here in San Diego, so their food was not just "wedding food" but actually restaurant quality. We fell in love instantly after our tasting. Knowing they are a local San Diego restaurant gave us so much confidence in food quality, and they absolutely delivered. Their service on the day of our wedding was seamless. It felt like everything was handled effortlessly, which allowed us to enjoy the day stress-free. My husband and I planned our wedding on our own and one of the biggest reliefs for us was that Buckboard took care of so many details - from linens, plates, and bar service to the propane for the heaters. Having one point of contact for everything was a great aspect. We truly didn't worry about their services at all day of. Buckboard's familiarity with our venue was another huge plus. They worked in perfect harmony with the venue staff. And as a same-sex couple, we were deeply touched by how welcomed and respected they made us feel throughout the entire process. We wholeheartedly recommend Buckboard Catering for their incredible food, great service, and outstanding communication. They made our wedding day not just special, but unforgettable. Thank you, Buckboard, for everything, you're truly the best!

The Mobile Intoxicologists are amazing! They went beyond my expectations. From the start, they…read morekept me informed about what drinks to purchase, they supplied all the little things like cups, mixers, etc, and their bar setup looked amazing. The best part was their drinks they made. All my guests loved them. To top it all off, their professionalism and their friendliness to all our guests was outstanding! Thank you for your amazing contribution to my wife's surprise birthday party. You guys rock! I would 100% recommend The Mobile Intoxicologists!

I hired The Mobile Intoxicologists to bartend my 40th birthday party and they absolutely crushed…read moreit. Gabriel and Christina were amazing from start to finish! They were super professional, friendly, and clearly know their craft. They kept the drinks flowing all night and made some seriously great cocktails. My guests couldn't stop talking about how good the drinks were and how fun the bartenders were. They also brought great energy to the party, interacted with everyone, and made the whole bar area feel like a highlight of the night. Hosting a party can be stressful, but having them there made everything run smoothly and let me actually enjoy my own birthday. If you're planning a party or event and need bartenders, I can't recommend The Mobile Intoxicologists enough!! Gabriel and Christina helped make my 40th birthday unforgettable. Cheers!

This was our 2nd year using BarFly for our Halloween party and it won't be our last. Shannon is…read morevery well organized. They set up early in the day so nothing was rushed. Extra touches - like decor at the bar - were awesome. Ryan staffed our bar and we couldn't have been more pleased! He even created 2 specialty cocktails for us - one with fresh rosemary from his own garden. He took extra special care of all of our guests - but especially me and my husband who were hosting and sometimes didn't have a chance to make it over to the bar. He came to us. We will only use BarFly from here on out.

We hired BarFly for our April wedding at the Carlsbad Flower Fields and had a great experience!…read more Shannon is knowledgeable and patient. She worked with us on creating the menu that we LOVED. Her handcrafted margarita was also the best margarita we have tasted. On the day of, she had the foresight of bringing plastic shot glasses though we didn't request them, because she knew impromptu shots happen at weddings lol. She was also very thoughtful. She dropped by the sweetheart table during the event to see if we wanted anything else, since she knew we were tied up with all the programming. Our experience working with BarFly was seamelss and easy. We highly recommend this company to others!

Just hired first string to work the bar for our holiday party. They were on time and ready for the…read moreevent which was great. Unfortunately they could not handle the demand of our crowd through out the evening. We booked them for 300 guests and they ensured us the staff would be good to service them. We had 272 attendees so slightly less than we anticipated. The issue came about 1 hour into the event when we were faced with 30-40 waits for drinks. It continued to go downhill as they ran out of vodka and beers before 8:00, we started at 6:00. When I reached out to speak with them on it they did not call me back. I paid the invoice in full and then followed up with an email. They responded back with what appears to be a template email for complaints. Explaining how good they are and that it must just be that our guests like to drink. I HIGHLY recommend looking elsewhere for your bar services and if anyone from First String reads this, I would recommend not being rude in correspondence about issues and taking ownership instead.

I've had the pleasure of working with 1st String Bartending as a wedding coordinator then later as…read morea bride. 1st String was one of our preferred vendors while I was working at the venue, BRICK. Richard and his staff are THE BEST. They always came prepared with the best attitudes and were flexible which is key on wedding and event days when things may not go as scheduled. I felt confident recommending 1st String to clients because they were always reliable, not to mention affordable with top notch service. When it came my time for a wedding, 1st String was my first choice. Our venue was in LA so I got quotes from bar services up there but just didn't feel comfortable booking with anyone else. At our venue, new bar services must be vetted by the venue team and the business must come in for a walk through along with providing insurance. Richard was nothing but accommodating and took the steps to be an approved vendor. We booked a tasting at Salt Drift Pointe. We wanted to include Filipino ingredients like calamansi, pandan, and mango into our cocktails. The tasting experience was so fun and we were able to narrow it down to a Calamansi Mango Margarita and Calamansi Whiskey Sour. Richard also provided a full shopping list for us tailored to our bar menu. 1st String's bar package is customizable which is amazing since every event is different. We were able to choose disposable cups for the bar and glassware for the guest tables for water. I must mention that 1st String does more than bar service - they also offer event staffing. Our caterer could only do a drop off so we hired 1st String staff to run the buffet, bus, and clean. Our venue was pretty strict and Richard and his team did a phenomenal job with everything tasked to them. We can't thank them enough for ensuring everything ran smoothly and that everyone had a fun time. Seriously, they're the best!

I had hired the liquor cabinet last weekend and they really pulled it off. It was an incredible…read moreambience, really great crafty boutique drinks that kept us fulfilled content and quite happy they set up was very unique and fit exactly what my party people had expected. Their service went above and beyond, and I would certainly hire them again for Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays, or celebratory events of any kind.

Hands down, the best bartenders for a killer party vibe. The attention to detail and curated…read morepersonal touches to the drink menu are unmatched. TLC handled every detail of our bar experience with ease. Could not recommend them enough and I will use them again ASAP.

Catered a taco bar for a grad party. People raved about the food! Such great flavor and quality…read more They were super responsive and easy to work with! The price was very competitive and the food was so delicious. Even the rice and beans! The Birria was incredible.

We had Salud Catering cater our rehearsal dinner in a backyard in Ramona for around 40 people…read more Everyone was super friendly and helpful though out the entire process! Food was delicious and amazing. Highly recommend for affordable and amazing catering!