I don't live in DC, so I haven't personally hired Cocktail Ovations, but I have been in DC twice in…read morethe last several months, and both times, my friend Ava B. threw house parties with the help of Changa O. I wish I could hire her to tend bar at my house parties in LA. She's awesome, and seems to make hosting an absolute breeze. Changa's rate is reasonable, and she shows up with a car full of bartending supplies, everything from mixers to folding table. Her basic package goes for $275 for three hours, and that includes an hour-long consultation, a signature cocktail, juices and sodas, cordials and liqueurs, homemade infusions and purées, garnishes, napkins, bar supplies, ice, coolers, etc. etc. She saves you a lot of headache and a long, involved shopping, and then makes your party run. She's skilled and professional. She makes a ginger margarita that is truly delicious. I was staying with Ava the night of that second party, so I was around for the wrap-up, and we ended up talking with Changa and another guest for a while at the end of the night. I know I'm Yelping her business, but it's worth noting that Changa herself is a very warm, thoughtful, intelligent person, someone you'd totally want at your party. If you're looking to hire a bartender in the DC area, call Cocktail Ovations immediately.

Changa, from Cocktail Ovations, did a wonderful job at a Stock the Bar Bridal Shower I hosted! She…read moreshared tips on how to make a few drinks, let the girls get involved, made drinks for everyone, and even shared her recipes! She was on time, friendly, and cleaned up when she was through. Very pleased. My guests commented how much fun everything was! Thanks, Changa!

Anna and Laura did an absolutely fantastic job at my daughters wedding. They were hard-working,…read morediligent and extremely professional. I would recommend these two and this company to anyone who needs help with an event

I hired PBS as I needed help with a happy hour birthday party I was hosting at my house for a…read morefriend who loves bourbon. I thought a bourbon tasting and bourbon cocktail themed party would be fun but knowing nothing about bourbon I was kind of intimidated. I contacted PBS and they responded stating that they had the perfect bartender Alex for the event. Alex contacted me prior to the event and gave me suggestions on bourbons and quantities I should purchase. The happy hour was so much fun and Alex was amazing to work with. He arrived early, set up and kept the drinks flowing. He was also extremely knowledgeable about bourbon which the guests loved. The party ended up going later than expected and Alex offered to stay later if needed which was appreciated and accepted. This will be the only bartending company I will use going forward as the quality of their service is superb.

I've hired Mixin Mimi Mixology and M3events for all of our PRocon events over the last 3.5 years,…read moreand I have never worked with a better bartending and events company. From being available in short notice and delivering exceptional customer service as always to going the extra mile to speak to our beverage sponsor to understand his needs, I am truly grateful for this team! They completely brand your bar and menu, have the most beautiful garnishes, the drinks are always delicious, they develop content to expand your event's reach, and they come ready to SERVE your audience! Unless they are ever unavailable, I have no need to look for another bartending service in the DMV!

We hired Mixin' Mimi for a Fundraiser with an open bar. In the past we had only hired bartenders…read morebut brought our own alcohol. This year I didn't want to deal with running out of things, bringing ice, etc. I will say we had a BIT of a responsiveness issue in the beginning trying to engage with them, but once we got Mimi on the phone, she was just fantastic. I LOVED the staff that was sent to run our event. All three were fun, professional, hardworking and made some great drinks! We did run out of wine with about an hour left to the event (and we only had beer and wine and two signature cocktails) which was super disappointing, but we made the best of it. I would 100% hire them again, especially if we got the same bartenders and they brought extra wine! The signature cocktails and mocktails they put together were fantastic. Mimi won't let you down!

If you're looking for a bartending company that truly handles everything from start to finish, I…read morecannot recommend BAR RO'D enough! We hired Ro, Cara, and Devo for our Halloween party last year, and they completely exceeded our expectations!!From the very beginning, they took the time to understand our guest count, helped determine exactly how much beer, wine, liquor, mixers, and supplies we would need, and even created a custom cocktail menu for the event. They thoughtfully included delicious mocktail options for our pregnant guests, which was such a wonderful touch. They arrived with absolutely everything--bar setup, cups, napkins, supplies, garnishes, and all the details I would have otherwise spent countless hours coordinating. Their organization and preparation were impeccable. Drinks flowed all night, guests were happy, and they never ran out of anything. They were constantly one step ahead. Beyond their professionalism, Ro, Cara, and Devo are genuinely wonderful people. They are friendly, funny, engaging, and have the kind of personalities that instantly put guests at ease. They helped keep the energy up, interacted with everyone, and even assisted with cleanup. It felt like having trusted friends who also happened to be incredible event professionals. They took so much stress off my plate and allowed me to actually enjoy my own party. That's priceless. We are already looking forward to having them back for our Halloween party again this year. Thank you, Ro, Cara, and Devo, for making our event such a success. You are truly amazing, and we can't wait to work with you again!

We hired Bar Ro'd for my daughter's beach wedding and we're so glad we did! It was so easy to make…read morearrangements. They designed signature cocktails based on our theme and the happy couple's preferences, created a beautiful custom lighted sign for their bar, and provided exceptional service at a cocktail hour and reception in two different locations. Devo, Debrah and Ro were very professional and served everyone with a smile. When the time came, cleanup and packout happened quickly and efficiently. We can't recommend them highly enough.

Reached out to Premier Cocktail Catering to inquire about developing cocktail recipes. Ericka was…read moresuper responsive and set up an initial consultation a day or two later. She goes over and beyond to make sure she delivers exceptional service. While I didn't attend the tasting, the clients were beyond happy. 5-Stars!

Ericka is an amazing mixologist! If you want premium cocktails... Look no further! Her presentation…read moreis professional and the vibe she gives is mature but fun!

We recently had Michael and his team out to work an event. The drinks were great and everyone had a…read morewonderful time. What really stood out for me though was their problem solving and initiative. They weren't in charge of supplies just man power. But when the ice got low I never knew it. When the whiskey was almost out I never knew. Instead of pulling me from my guests or worse yet telling people we were out they took it upon themselves to send a teammate to the store...twice...which was particularly awesome because the nearest store was 25mins away. That's amazing service and I'll definitely use them again.

We had Mike and the Mix Management crew tend bar at our wedding this past weekend and I have to say…read morethey were FREAKING AMAZING. Most wedding bartenders serve drinks and maybe crack a couple of jokes if you take the time to talk to them, but these guys did an outstanding job of keeping all the guests energy up and cups filled. We literally had guests come up to us and compliment us on how great the bartenders were. They really go above and beyond and one of the cool things they did was come out a few weeks before the wedding and made different cocktails for us to sample so we could see which ones we wanted served at our wedding. Just an amazing crew and all around great company. I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for not just a bartender, but a crowd pleasing experience for their wedding and/or party.

I've never hired a bartender for a party before, but my husband's 40th birthday was a great…read moreoccasion. We interviewed Amiel Lilley and immediately hired him for our 1920s themed party. He has a very easy going yet professional attitude, and was going to come half an hour early to set up. He got a little lost so he showed up right when the party started, but good thing my guests are fashionable and late, lol. He immediately went into set up mode, and changed into costume that added to our themed party. He brought his own equipment and was very efficient in serving numerous guests concurrently. My guests loved interacting with him and it looked like he was having a good time as well. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better bartender, and I'm hoping that I can throw another event so I can hire him again!!

I'm not a big drinker, but I love a good drink every now and again. As a result I really don't know…read morea lot about ordering drinks, so I tend to ask the staff what drinks they recommend whenever I go out. The bartender that served me that day said they were offering oyster shooters at that particular event, so I tried them for the first time. They were so tasty that I just kept ordering them! Be careful though. They pack a punch and are very deceiving. I made sure I got the guy's card so I can use them for my daughter's college graduation party this summer. I highly recommend you use these traveling bartenders for your next event. #Awesome

Tiona was amazing. She showed up early and professionally dressed. She made the best drinks and…read morekept a smile even in the heat. My guests loved her, and so did I; I can't wait to have her at our next event

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The Park at 14th never disappoints! Whether you're coming for brunch, dinner, or the club…read moreexperience, you can always count on great energy and a good time. I came for a night out with my girlfriends and ordered the Creamy Chipotle Pasta. It was incredibly filling and packed with flavor--you could really taste all the seasonings that went into it. Both of my friends ordered the Pan-Seared Chicken Breast, one with rice and the other with fries. They loved the cream sauce so much that they wished they had more! Of course, we also had plenty of drinks. We tried The Park, Island Time, and Drop It Like It's Hot. Every drink was strong, and the different flavor combinations worked so well together. Our waitress was wonderful and helped make the experience even better. We stayed until the dance floors opened and ended the night enjoying the music and amazing vibes. Such a wonderful night!

I have to say I'm surprised I enjoyed this place for dinner. I had heard it was a club so was…read moreconfused entering & seeing charming, classy decor and men dressed nicely. The game was on and the seat design faces the tv with rounded seats perfect for a date. The dinner menu was nice for my liking of options; the lamb chops were perfect and while the menu doesn't state clearly it comes with mashed potatoes & veggies which was perfect as I originally thought we had to order a la cart. He enjoyed the salmon meal. I loved that they offered tastes of their crab soup with a side of bread. It was my first time trying such a dish and it was delicious!!! I did find it interesting how every female waitress/hostess was the same shade of light-skin mixed with silky hair while the male hosts/servers/runners were of all looks. Lastly, if you'd like entertaining/worthy bottle service these ladies don't deliver. Lol it was the most pitiful sight to see--I feel bottle service should include high energy, body shaking rah rah enthusiasm. The bathroom was clean and smelled fresh which I appreciated. I'm not sure what was in the back & upstairs but they were loud upstairs for sure. When we left around 10pm there was a line wrapping the corner and they'd started removing tables inside. So, sounds like a cool place. Go, enjoy!