I just made the switch to the hospitality industry, so I was looking to get educated and trained…read morequickly. I discussed with my cousin about his experience taking the Elitte Bartending School curriculum. He told me they didn't even offer him BASSET certification and he didn't like that the instructor there didn't have any sort of bartending experience, ever. I was just too skeptical to spend money on a course that he didn't even have a good experience with. I signed up for this course instead because I saw all the good reviews and because it offered a BASSET certification. I finished the 2 week course and feel very confident about applying for and working a bartending position now. Greg was extremely insightful when discussing his personal experience in the industry (which he has a ton of ) and with his curriculum (which seems refined over the 7 years this course has been running). You will be tested on the material that is taught, so you'll have to take notes and study at home to prepare for the class. This sounds stressful, but the curriculum is set up for you to learn everything at a good pace and be confident by the end. The set up of the place is half classroom, half bar. The bar set up was incredible and was the biggest reason for my 5 star review. You can tell the effort he puts into making the bartending simulation as accurate as possible. You'll be put behind a state of the art bar as you learn practical methods and techniques of bartending. I cannot express how grateful I am for the bar set up. I was considering all the Chicagoland options when I searched which course to enroll in. I promise the extra money spent here is 100% worth it. Greg will set you up for success.

Greg runs a solid program. He keeps the energy high and makes sure you're not just memorizing…read moredrinks but actually understanding how to move behind the bar. The classes felt like real bar scenarios--fast-paced, hands-on, and no fluff. I appreciated how much one-on-one attention we got, even in a group setting. If you're serious about bartending and want a crash course that actually prepares you for the real world, this is it.

excellent school ...so worth the money, they offered the best tuition and accomidations for my…read moreschedule! i even got a bartending job within about 2 weeks of my graduation. not only that it was fun and the instructors are really down to earth.. highly recommended!!

If you're considering unMuddled for your wedding or event, just book them. Ross and his team were…read moreamazing. They were super organized, easy to work with, and made everything feel seamless. The drinks were delicious, the bar ran smoothly all night, and the team brought such a fun, welcoming energy. We got so many compliments from our guests. Truly worth every penny. I couldn't recommend them more.

There are not enough good things in the world to say about unMuddled! From the first correspondence…read moreto the handshake farewell of our wedding, Ross and his team were the most professional people I have ever worked with. I've been in the entertainment world in Chicago for 25 years, and I don't want to work with anyone else ever again. Ross and the team at unMuddled were honest, fair, and went above and beyond to not only make us feel special, but make our guests feel special. unMuddled cultivated a specialized menu for our wedding, and worked with us not only on the menu, but also helped us figure out what alcohol to buy. They crafted specialized cocktails for both the bride and groom, and honestly stole the show in the best way possible: they didn't need any tending to. When I first reached out to Ross, I immediately felt at ease, and never once worried about how our wedding would turn out. Ross, I hope you read these reviews... I can't thank you enough for helping to make our wedding the night it was. You're the best.

Had a great time I really learned a lot. I loved that we had 3…read moreDifferent instructors with different ways to bartend . It was A great experience.

I just graduated from the FRANKFORT location AND CHRISSY is the absolute best!! She is very hands…read moreon and no question is a dumb question. She is very nurturing to your needs. I recommend anyone looking to start their career to start right here

Fred did an incredible job bartending our Galentine's Day party! The drinks were amazing, service…read morewas top-tier, and he made the night feel extra special. Highly recommend for any event!

Fred is amazing and such a personable guy! Do yourself a favor and call Fred! Great mocktails as…read morewell!!

I had an excellent experience learning at Elitte Bartending school. I was able to work my 9-5 and…read morestill take classes due to the flexibility of the schedule. Angela my instructor was super knowledgeable. She made the learning process very easy. She was detailed and worked hands on with each of us as we learned every bartending technique. After graduation she provided me with several leads and I was working within the week. I worked for local night club, private events, and weddings too. I would strongly recommend Elitte Bartending School to anyone looking for a career in bartending. Thanks Elitte!

So I know I left a star out on my previous review, because of the whole Facebook Page requirement…read moreand very bare basics of beer/wine content taught..... HOWEVER, as I stated before in my previous review, this is a school for people looking to get into the industry, and IT DOES PAY OFF. LITERALLY. I got an internship through Angela on Facebook, and she sent me to a wedding with a fellow Elitte grad to bartend a reception for 250+ people. (I know, understaffed, but hear me out). Angela was extremely accessible by phone/text to keep her updated on how we were doing at the reception, and if we were okay. Well, it turns out my peeps, I ended up leaving that event with $300 in tips in one night! I must say, the Facebook page policy does seem a bit 'eh-heh' at first, but that's the most efficient way to get updates on the internships/job leads themselves. I was a skeptic at first, but Elitte has been a great resource for a bartending industry newcomer. I now work at a 5 star hotel on Michigan Ave. training for a server position, and it requires extensive beer/wine knowledge, something I can pick-up during training. However, by just having a BASSET certification on my resumé and basic knowledge of drinks really did leverage me into this position. THANKS ANGELA AND DAVID! :) I will definitely take the flair class in the near future when my work schedule permits, but for now, I am making really good standard of living at my current place of employment, and I thank Elitte once again!

abc got the job done! very stress free environment and Curtis the instructor was super helpful and…read moreprofessional. It couldn't have gone better, thank you!

This was the best learning experience I have ever had with learning a new hobby/Job. Danielle who…read moreis the instructor, is a 10/10. She's so welcoming & knowledgeable about what she does. The way she teaches will have you wanting to come back to learn everything she knows. I love the hands on experience. Great school, GREAT instructor. It's nice to have someone teach what they love and know their passion !!! Thank you