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!

As CEO of a large government contracting firm in the DMV, I have dealt with most of the large local…read morecatering firms over the space of 20 plus years. It is not an exaggeration to say that Drinks By DELANO is among the most impressive firms in this space that I've have ever had the pleasure of hiring for any event - large or small. Their detailed and customer-focused approach to every aspect of your event , from pre-planning to final execution, was simply superb and far beyond anything I've experienced to date. DELANO, the CEO, for example, even went so far as to inquire as to the various nationalities of our guests as the spanned several European Countries, so that he could offer traditional drink specialties. Upon the conclusion of the event, not only did they leave the venue spotless, they even assisted the cleaning crew that we retained! Just simply amazing service. Most importantly, our guests absolutely raved about the taste, quality, and speed of service for the cocktails, beer and wine. This was an event for nearly 200 guests, so initially , I was hesitant to engage an unknown firm. Their performance was far beyond my expectations and I plan to use them exclusively going forward.

Drinks by Delano bartended our corporate event flawlessly, serving a guest list of 80. They arrived…read moreearly, had everything setup and in place in advance of the event, and helped create the perfect atmosphere for our clients. They are an all-around professional and exceptional outfit. I would highly recommend their bartenders for capable, reliable service for medium to large corporate events.

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.

BAR RO'D did an amazing job at my husband's birthday party. I can't emphasize how easy it was to…read morework with them and how little of my time and effort was required. They really do take care of everything. One initial phone call early on basically set up the whole production, with just a couple of emails ironing out the final details the week before the event. I really appreciated how little I needed to do, since I was planning this huge party on my own and not using a party planner. They went above and beyond - they surprised me by creating cute cutomized names for our signature cocktails. No one ever waited for a beverage. They were professional and the set up was very chic. Cedric and Cara even let us open shop a few minutes early for our eager early arrivals, and never lost their cool with our lively crowd. I very highly recommend BAR RO'D and Cedric and Cara for helping make this a memorable event.

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!

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!