We knew when we met Krys that we wanted to work with her to plan our wedding at the Woman's Club of…read moreEvanston. She had a creative and energetic vibe and we instantly felt like she understood our vision and would help bring it to life. She really delivered - and was a pleasure to work with. Having her made all the difference in knowing that our event would run smoothly. It did of course, thanks to her, but along the way she provided so many great resources and suggestions, emotional support, and even items for the event (like table number holders). She's just a great, warm person who is fantastic at her job and cares about making your event special. She's an excellent day of planner, but she was so much more for us - helping us every step of the way. I can't recommend her highly enough!

This past weekend, we had the absolute pleasure of hiring Served Neat Bartending for our event, and…read moreI cannot express enough how phenomenal the entire experience was from start to finish. From the moment we connected with Chris during the planning phase, his professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to elevating our event were evident. Chris took the time to understand our vision, our flow, and--most importantly--our western theme. Not only did he embrace it, he enhanced it. He went above and beyond by creating custom drink names and cocktail mixes that perfectly matched the vibe of the night. These weren't just drinks--they were an extension of the theme, a talking point for our guests, and a creative touch that truly set the tone. Throughout the entire planning process, Chris was responsive, organized, and incredibly easy to work with. He made thoughtful recommendations, reassured us at every step, and handled all logistics with complete confidence. By the time the event arrived, we already felt at ease knowing he had everything covered. And when the party started--it was seamless. Chris managed the bar with such professionalism and efficiency that we didn't have to worry about a single thing. He anticipated needs before they even came up, handled the crowd effortlessly, and kept the energy high with his warm personality and polished service. Guests were raving about the cocktails, and several commented on how impressive and intentional the drink menu felt. Hiring Served Neat Bartending, and especially working with Chris, was one of the best decisions we made for this event. He brought creativity, excellence, and a true sense of partnership to the table. We are incredibly grateful for the care he put into making our celebration unforgettable. If you are planning an event and want a bartender who will exceed expectations on every level, make your guests feel special, and take all the stress off your shoulders--Chris at Served Neat Bartending is absolutely the way to go. We cannot recommend him highly enough.

Chris with Served Neat was amazing! He provided a mobile bar for my son's 1st birthday party. From…read morethe start, he set up a meeting to understand our vision (our party was dinosaur-themed). This party had around 10 kids at 25 adults, and we wanted the adults able to enjoy without us having to serve drinks the entire time (and we had our hands full running around chasing after my son). He helped us create a few custom cocktails and built us a concise shopping list for all the liquor/mixers keeping budget in mind. He provided all the glassware, garnishes, and effects like the smoker for the old fashions. He also brought a speaker and set the vibes with music. He was a huge hit! Can't wait to work with him again in the future!

If you want JOY and if you want EASE, hire Marz! I hired Marz for my son's bar mitzvah. He and his…read moreteam were so fabulous that years later I sought out Marz for an adult birthday party. Marz knows what he is doing with every aspect of a party - he is fabulous at working with you to develop the party timeline, and he is a master at creating the energy and environment you want. He is also a pro with logistics. He creates joy for different age groups at the same party and creates a great environment for a purely adult party He has incredible expertise and depth of knowledge regarding music and people. He plans ahead but also reads the room and adjusts the music accordingly. At both parties, Marz had people having a blast on the dance floor. At my adult party, people had a great time dancing and one woman said she and her husband had such a great time dancing that they "felt young again." (They are a very fun couple in their 50s). Marz is also compassionate and kind. He understands and cares about people. I felt cared for and taken care of. Marz is a joy creater. If you want JOY and if you want EASE, he is the person to emcee/DJ your party!

DJ Marz and the rest of Charizma are out of this world amazing at what they do!!! Our wedding was…read morelast Saturday and our guests haven't stopped raving about them. I just got this text this morning: "We really did have the best time! We don't normally dance the entire night at weddings, but your DJ was fantastic tbh and we were just having so much fun. The hype but also his mixes were top notch. There was never really a moment when I was like, "oh this song is boring so I'm gonna sit out." Just bangers the whole night lol." Need I say more? Hire this expert crew - I promise you won't regret it for a second!

We just wanted to thank both you and your team for all that you've done for us for this wedding. We…read moredefinitely had no idea where to start with the planning process and we're so glad we had you to guide us. You've been so responsive to our messages (even the 2 am ones we sent on call ) and with really bringing our vision to life. Our wedding weekend was a dream thanks to you. All our guests were raving about "the ladies in blue" and we heard so many comments about it being the most on time Indian wedding they have ever been to! Thanks again for everything and please keep in touch!

Bravo to the staff at Access Consultants for hosting our biggest client event of the year! It was…read morea tremendous success. Our clients loved it, the suite was in the perfect location and everything went off as planned. Mike & Meghan are great and managed all of the details so we could focus on entertaining our key guests.

Wow!! This caterer was awful! We were guests at The Chicago Tennis Patrons 30th Annual Evening of…read moreChampions Banquet & Fundraiser, at which they were the contracted caterer. 1st-- the staff was slow and they seemed like they had no idea what they were doing. Dinner was supposed to be served at 7pm. They were still trying to get plates out at 8:30p.m. The bread for the salad came out after everyone had already finished their salad. One person at our table needed a knife and asked 3 times; it took forever and when she came back she brought him 2 as a form of apologizing for taking so long?? They weren't clearing plates. 2nd--- the beef was scary! Nobody in the room of 350 guests were eating the beef. I'm not even sure if it was beef. It seemed processed. And it was cold. Really deserving of ZERO stars but this app doesn't allow for that.

I just want to start by giving the staff at Fuze Catering and Events a huge thumbs up! So much…read moregratitude for Chef James and his team for catering our wedding of 250 guest on September 7, 2019 in Chicago, IL Logan Square neighborhood. The staff were attentive and eager to help in any way they could. They truly went above and beyond their call of duty. Fuze food is so delicious! No, like seriously your grandma's favorite recipe DELICIOUS! Their pricing is very fair for what all you get. Their selection is incomparable to the options on the venues preferred list. In fact, we paid an outside catering fee to the venue to have this company cater our wedding. I'm sure Fuze will make it on their preferred list as the venue staff were impressed as well. Brides and Grooms know planning the reception meal is daunting. We could not have made a better choice with Chef James assistances. I couldn't have asked for a better company to use for our wedding reception. No one could attempt to even touch or top what Fuze Catering did on our special day. The joy and relief you experience when everything is executed perfectly AND the food good. #Win #Epic Chef James is the TRUTH! He's professional, punctual, and personable. Chef is well connected in Chicago. Everyone speaks so highly of him. I now know why! We appreciated most how responsive Chef James was. We knew we weren't his only contracted event he replied. I know it's only been a month, but our guest are still talking about this meal. They were expecting good food because they know us, but had no idea it was going to be this exceptional. See attached photos from our wedding and other dishes Chef prepared. I know we'll be in touch with this company for future events. Phenomenal experience. I highly recommend Fuze for all your catering and event needs. Gratitude,

Wow! Is what every person who attended our event said as they walked into the venue. Stacey and her…read moreteam were amazing to work with. She is so talented, she asked about things I would have never thought to consider and boy did it make such a difference! The guests were blown away by the attention to detail, the beautiful décor and how smooth the night went. This was our first time using Stacey for our event and we have already requested LEAD events to come back next year. Once you work with someone like Stacey, you can see what a big difference a true professional can make to your event. Great job!

This was my third time utilizing Dr. Bartender, and once again, they delivered exceptional service…read more Their professionalism, reliability, and commitment to making every event successful are the reasons I continue to book with them. For my Momma Dee's 2nd Annual Backyard BBQ Experience, there was a last-minute change, and Taeh was sent as my replacement bartender. I couldn't have been happier with the decision. Taeh was absolutely amazing! She was professional, patient, friendly, and kept the bar running smoothly all evening. She adapted effortlessly to the flow of the event, served every guest with a smile, and created a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Her ability to improvise when needed while remaining calm and organized truly stood out. I sincerely appreciate Dr. Bartender for ensuring my event was staffed with someone who represented their company with excellence. That level of professionalism and customer care is exactly why I continue to support and recommend them. If you're looking for dependable, high-quality bartending services, I highly recommend Dr. Bartender. I look forward to working with them again for future events! Luva Dorris Momma Dees Soul Food & Catering Llc.

contact@drbartender.com Emailed several times with no…read morereply!!!! Wedding July 18: I felt compelled to ensure someone was made aware of the disconnect and dissatisfaction at my daughter's wedding last Friday evening. First, I want to make very clear. I do not believe it's the fault of the two bartenders. I was on the planning phone call prior and felt we had a solid plan. There was clearly NO communication. 1. As I was walking thru, a bartender grabbed me (mother of the Bride) and asked me if I knew what they were serving. I told her the two mock tails and I directed her to the items in the bar & kitchen. I advised her the set up bar outside and showed her where to place it. I also reminded her of the lemon and lime garnish. I informed her of the service elevator location. **if this was a new location why wasn't this information provided to them?!?! So glad I walked by.... 2. The bar outside never got set up. They used a table with a black tablecloth. This is not what we agreed upon..you sent us a picture of the pop up bar! 3. The mocktails evidently did not need club soda, but for some reason Club soda was on the grocery list. I have 16 L unopened in my garage?!?! See mocktail sign with ingredients. Why did I purchase? 4. Garnish... not one drink had a garnish during appetizer hour. I noticed later inside, lemon & lime wedges were cut. Not sure if they were used. 5. On the phone we talked about having a tea & lemonade dispenser on the end of the bar and I asked if they could keep filled. The reply was yes! Neither knew to question. The dispensers were never placed. They poured iced tea upon request from a gallon jug. If they knew they were to keep filled as we discussed why didn't they question?!? 6. Tip jar. We were very clear on the call, greenhouse loft does not allow tip jars so we paid 20% gratuity ahead of time. Not once, but twice, it was requested they remove the tip jar off the counter. The jars appeared pretty healthy. I suggest the pre paid gratuity gets credited. 7. On the call we discussed alcohol service after 930 yet my daughter, the Bride, flags me during dinner that people are walking around with beer bottles. There was a reason we had alcohol during the after party. Ashamed this request was not respected. 8. At the end of the night the bar was nicely cleaned. I leaned over to find 9 items in the fridge. Wine, sparkling cider & tea. 6 of the 9 items had no lids or corks. The white wine & 3 ciders were full, never used. So wasteful!!!! My husband and I poured down the sink in the kitchen. 9. The grocery list was received 2 days prior. We spoke very clearly on timing & types of beverage service yet the grocery list included coke, Diet Coke, etc. clearly no attention to detail. I'm sure there may be other things. These are the things that caught my attention. Very disappointed and would not recommend this service to my family or friends.