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!

This place is large but overpriced. Gloomy with no decor. These fools charged $45 to enter with no…read moreavailable seating unless you paid extra and to food was being prepared in the back alley (not kidding). Bathrooms dirty. Bartender complaining about being tired and didn't wanna be at work. I love byb and that was my purpose for going!

Please don't go to this place. Services deplorable. It's only cash to get in the door who carries…read morecash . Food was horrible as hell. Cooking in the back with no hair net guys i didnt see any hand sanitizer and watch him step to side to smoke then came back to served food with gloves. Secondly water down,drinks not to mention the waitress was rude. This place needs to go..

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

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.

I used D& M mixology for my birthday party and I am so glad that I did. They were very responsive…read morewith great communication. I decided at the last minute (a few days before my party) that I wanted a bartender and they were able to oblige. My bartender for that night was Michaela. She was on time. She was nice and down to earth. The price was amazing!! And they brought their own garnishes. She asked me how strong I wanted her to make the drinks. She was professional throughout the entire party. I definitely plan to use them again. Give them a try; you won't regret it.

From the owner: Elevate your next event with D & M Mixology Co.! Our mobile bartending service brings a premium…read morecocktail experience right to you. Whether you're hosting a wedding, party, or corporate event, our skilled mixologists craft delicious, custom drinks that suit your style and vibe. We handle everything from setup to cleanup, ensuring your event flows smoothly while you and your guests enjoy expertly crafted cocktails. At D & M Mixology Co., we’re all about making every drink a celebration! Servicing DC , Maryland , and Virginia.

Catering by Zest provided great food for my grandaughter's baptism reception. The price was right…read more Delivery was on time and the presentation was just right. I plan to use them again.

Catering by Zest has the most AMAZING food! Everything is made fresh and is seasoned to perfection…read more There's nothing like getting 5 Star restaurant quality food delivered to your doorstep. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

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.

Avoid TL Bartending. One month before our wedding, they cancelled. While Tony was initially…read morefriendly and responsive, Larissa was curt and slow to communicate. They clearly don't work well together. Timeline of Issues: * June 2024: Tony provided a quote and contract for our wedding bar service (champagne, one beer, one specialty cocktail, and non-alcoholic beverages; we'd buy and deliver). Deposit sent. * January 2025: Email detailed drink selections and our plan to potentially rent glassware (as they only offered disposable). * March 2025: Communication turned cold. They claimed the original quote was only for champagne pouring and that our requests were outside the scope, despite months of clear communication. They insisted on a revised contract with an added fee, even though our needs hadn't significantly changed (we were even willing to forgo rented glassware). It seemed Larissa, who hadn't been involved initially, disagreed with Tony's pricing. * Late April 2025: We coordinated inventory drop-off with Tony (Chick-fil-A in Leesburg). When we inquired about a cocktail tasting, Larissa said we'd need to book a private event at a bar. We declined. * Hours Before Inventory Drop-off: We received a cancellation email and Venmo refund with a vague text citing "further consideration" and differing expectations. They didn't respond to our requests for clarification. Their unprofessionalism and last-minute cancellation caused significant stress. Do not hire TL Bartending.

We called for a last minute event. They obviously weren't able to support since it was less than a…read moreday away, but they did what mattered--connected us with folks that could help and took the time to check their schedule to see if it was possible. Great customer service!!!