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!

I'm a Wedding Planner and recently worked with Ro, Devo, and Cara on a wedding. From the moment I…read moremade contact with BAR RO'D I could tell they were different from any other bartender I have worked with. They are detailed, responsive, have clear quotes and contracts, and even supply their own glassware!! At the final walkthrough at the venue they came prepared, really paid attention to all aspects of the venue and the plan, inspected the bar they were going to use (since it was from the venue, not one of theirs), and asked great questions to make sure they fully understood the Run of Show. On the wedding day they made beautiful drinks, were extremely efficient, and were a true pleasure to work with. Their professionalism and attention to detail as bartenders really made my job so much easier. I truly felt like I could leave them to do their job and they had it all handled. I highly recommend BAR RO'D for bartending services and I hope to work with them again!

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

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!

I used Barsphere agency to provide and serve alcohol. Ernest is the owner and point of contact. All…read moreshoppers BEWARE! Long story short: we paid for open bar but 2 hours into service, all liquor ran out. And my bride was not served her drink of choice on our special day. The next day, I called Ernest and he was highly unprofessional, defensive and unwilling to work with me nor listen to my complaints. Our conversation was ended with the following response : "This is something we can battle out in court if you'd like." If you want to hear more of this horrifying experience, I would be obliged to share my terrible experience. The last thing I want is for someone else's bride to experience what mine did.

I employed the services of BarSphere for my comedy show last weekend w/Silly Girl Entertainment…read more Ernest was great from the first call!! He knew what was needed and when to ensure proper licensing for our DC event. He has a great attitude/energy, he's very knowledgeable of what he does, he's great at communicating and keeping me informed of any necessary information, and he's timely and professional. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better bartending service. We will be using BarSphere for our next comedy show.

The company catered and provided bartender svcs at an event. The food was trash and smelled…read morehorrible. The guest served themselves drinks for the most part. They didn't not provide the dishes that were requested and paid for. They were highly unprofessional and not accommodating. I do not recommend!

This company failed to provide the quality food and services for my wedding reception. The food…read moreprovided and served was "NOT" what I asked for. There were no vegetarian options(non - meat only) as I requested. Shrimp and grits had sausage added which the vegetarians in my family and wedding party could not eat. In addition to that, it was spoiled and smelled fishy per everyone it was served to. Then had the nerve to go out and purchase chicken coleslaw from a nearby restaurant then proceeded to tell him I guess it was not for everybody . I didn't not eat nor did my husband at our own reception which is absolutely ridiculous to me. I did not request ego waffle chicken cups that were cold nor did I request burnt jerk meat balls. Happy Hour 2 Go was under staffed and my family had to assist in serving food and drinks and some even make their own. I borrowed two tables from my church for your set up that was inadequate. Very disappointed lack of professionalism and disrespectful attitude towards myself, family members, my husbands grooms men, my assistant and my master of ceremony. Embarrassing is an understatement. Then refuses to come to any resolution or offer an apology for ruining my wedding reception that I did not even eat at. All I had was cake that thank "God" Fancy had nothing to do with.

Cryssy is the best! She provided drink and bar services at our wedding last September, and it was…read moreperfect. I've gone to plenty of weddings where the bar services can feel a bit stiff, and Cryssy was the opposite. She was fun but professional, and kept the drinks flowing while watching out for anyone who might need water instead. We could not have been more impressed.

Met Cryssy at a bridal showcase several years ago and have been fascinated with her growth ever…read moresince! Cryssy and her team go above and beyond to elevate the client's experience - something that is seriously lacking in the world of events today. From specialty cocktails to beautiful decor, Cryssy's team is the one to call if you want to create an experience! Two thumbs up!