I attended Cocktail Camp in January and had an outstanding experience. The training was hands-on,…read morepractical, and immediately applicable behind the bar. Since completing the program, I've taken on a role with more responsibility and feel a huge boost in confidence, especially when executing more complex cocktails with consistency. Highly recommend for anyone serious about leveling up their bartending skills.

I went to the mixology masterclass and learned not only how to make multiple perfectly balanced…read moredrinks, I also got to work behind the bar at a very nice bar in the city. This experience was very helpful for my career as a bartender. I met great people, made great drinks, and had a good time while learning. If you're looking to up your game as a bartender I would definitely suggest this class!

The new ownership and staff were extremely friendly and helpful throughout the entire process…read more Each instructor brought their own styles and experiences. After every class I left feeling good and that I learned new things each time. I specifically enjoyed the way instructor SHAWN would break things down and was able to understand my questions. He made the "light bulb" come on for me. I took this course for a career change and I'm glad that I did. Thank you ABC

This was truly an amazing and fun experience!!! Eric is truly a gift and it is an honor obtaining…read moremy license under his leadership and instruction I am truly confident and he will be positively recognized through out my amazing experience ahead! Thank you Erik!!! (knuckle bump) Sincerely, Victoria Niblett

We just hired a Twist of Lime for our wedding reception. Their whole team was amazing and we had…read morethe best experience with them. They were all incredible communicators. Having the signature cocktail tasting with Kris was a great time - he broadened our horizons regarding cocktails. It's clear that this is his passion. He listened to what we wanted and showed us unique cocktails that we had never tried that we actually ended up serving at our event. On the day of, the bartenders were incredible. All of our guests loved the bar. I completely recommend A Twist of Lime - they are the gold standard.

I love ATOL. Their decoration and bartenders are the best. They did an amazing job with the bar set…read moreup and created an awesome menu for us. I definitely recommend ATOL.

As someone who doesn't drink and had absolutely no knowledge of alcohol, I felt Jeremy was the best…read moreprofessor/instructor and he provided such an engaging, fun, and informative course. I was very nervous at my first class , but Jeremy made everyone feel comfortable and I learned so much. After two Saturdays and two Sundays 10:00 am -3pm , I feel confident to make so many different cocktails for my friends and open up a bar! I learned a lot about the different types of alcohol, from Whiskey to Vodka to Fernet and more. Jeremy even gives lot of history behind the drinks. I can say now that I can make Old Fashions ( modern AND classic), Manhattans, Cosmopolitans, Martinis Dirty or Dry , Mojitos and more!! If you are looking to learn how to make cocktails for fun for your friends or to get into the industry of opening a bar, this is THE course to take. This is your sign to take the course with Jeremy now!!

I highly recommend this specific bartender course to anyone in the Bay Area! Jeremy is such a great…read moreinstructor! I felt like I learned so much in such a fun and interactive way. I love how everything was so hands on. We were also able to try different types of liquors and try making real cocktails. From this class, I was able to discover some of my new favorite drinks! It was so fun being able to learn with the other classmates. The amount of students per class is perfect! You're able to learn without being lost in a crowd. It's also a great way to meet new people! This class is perfectly designed and Jeremy definitely caters to the group of people. I loved the pace and he would speed up or slow down depending on the day. Wish the class was longer but I'm really happy to have completed it!

I paid $440 for the Level 1 Bartending Certificate through BAB Mixology School and I genuinely wish…read moreI had seen a review like this before signing up. What's advertised: * A structured, beginner-friendly bartending course *Professional environment *Hands-on training with proper materials *Certification upon completion What I actually experienced: The class was held inside a storage unit. Not a bar. Not a classroom. A storage room (see photos). The environment was dirty and unprofessional, and one of the juices provided had visible mold, which is completely unacceptable for anything involving food or beverages. Several basic ingredients (like cranberry and orange juice) were missing, so we were told to substitute with whatever was available. The class was supposed to run from 7pm-11pm but ended early around 10:20pm, and there was no legitimate certification test, despite that being advertised. Most of the time was spent casually making drinks with very little structured instruction. This did not feel like a real training course. It gets worse: Photos taken during the class were later edited with what appears to be an AI-generated bar background to make it look like students are learning in a professional bar setting. That is NOT what the actual environment looks like. On top of that, the certificate I received was issued with an incorrect date from a previous year, which raises concerns about the legitimacy of the certification itself. To be clear, the instructor was kind but the overall experience does not reflect a $440 professional program in any way. I'm sharing this so others can make an informed decision before spending their money.

I am submitting a formal complaint regarding my experience with this certification program, which…read moreraises serious concerns about health, safety, and business practices. it was supposed to be two days, but they only taught one day because there was only four of us in class that makes no sense. From the outset, the course lacked clear instruction and organization. More concerning, however, was the condition of the facility where the class was conducted. Participants were directed into what appeared to be a storage warehouse that was in extremely unsanitary condition. The environment included visible cockroach , unclean and poorly maintained restrooms, and food cherries )and beverages that were expired. He did not provided (orange and cranberry) grape fruit contained visible debris mold and appeared to be contaminated, posing a potential health risk.expired red ruby grapefruit juice December 25 date on it . These conditions do not meet basic sanitation or public health standards and may constitute violations of local health and safety regulations. Additionally, when participants attempted to document these conditions, photos were reportedly taken or concealed, which raises concerns about transparency and accountability. Despite paying over $440 for certification, the program failed to provide a professional or safe learning environment. Furthermore, the certificate I received contains an incorrect date (off by one year), calling into question its validity and the integrity of the program's recordkeeping. Given the totality of these issues--including unsanitary conditions, potential health code violations, lack of proper instruction, and inaccurate certification documentation. I believe this matter warrants further investigation. I'am asking for my money back !

Joe really cares about his students. A well designed, well thought out class. You will get stories…read moreon how to remember the drinks with key words. He groups drinks in "families" which will help you to remember. He thought about how different people learn differently, some by color codes, some by stories etc...it is all there in his book. By the end you won't believe how much you learned! We really got a a lot out of the class and I highly recommend going to West Coast Bartending School! Top flight all the way!

Learned a lot and the course only took 4-days. I can now make any drink you name it! It was a lot…read moreto learn, but I'm glad I took the course. I got a job soon after, so I can pay rent now! :)

We came with a group of 55+ people for a corporate event, and everyone had such a good time! The…read morecouple that runs this cocktail and pizza making class were so nice, super fun, and really engaging. Everyone had a blast. The drinks were yummy and the pizza was so good! I finally got to try making pizza from scratch. They had a real pizza oven and a ton of pizza toppings to choose from. I could see this being a great fit for not only corporate events, but birthdays, big get togethers, holiday parties. Just be sure to uber or get a shuttle because there isn't much parking in this residential area.

One of the best and fun classes I have attended. We booked city of cocktail for my gfs birthday for…read more16 attendees. It was a seamless process with booking reached out to Amy the event coordinator, super easy to work with. Kevin the instructor and owner was what made this event so much fun! The stories, the jokes really made the event so much fun! He is really knowledgeable and really helped the group make some really delicious drinks like an old fashion and cosmo! Highly recommend coming and booking with them!

They provided bartending service for our wedding and were very easy to work with - our bartender…read moreJoey was a hit at the wedding ...professional, polite, and fun! Would definitely recommend.

Very highly recommend Matt's service, On the Rocks!…read more I was in a bind as at the last minute (the day or three before my event) as my caterer didn't have the proper insurance/documentation to pour at the General's Residence at Fort Mason to my great chagrin. Totally under high pressure, I began to use Yelp to call around and then I found Matt who immediately had the right documents and emailed them to me, the right attitude (friendly, expert, prepared and cool) and also consulted with me in email about what I already had and what I still needed. He not only delivered smoothly and brilliantly on the day, but he was prepared with everything he needed more than I asked him to do and even went out and secured ice because we didn't have enough. Basically, before finding Matt, I was afraid I'd have to serve mocktails. With Matt, we served cocktails and everybody was very happy! Amazing person!! I absolutely will hire him again and suggest you hire him now.

The CIA is such a wonderful place to celebrate food and wine in Napa. We did a four day Italian…read morecooking Bootcamp and it was an incredible experience. Chef Avia took us on a daily journey through Italy through food, and we made so many amazing recipes. We loved learning all kinds of tips and tricks and celebrating not just Italy, but all the wonderful bounty of the CIA garden. I don't think I've ever eaten so well! Our culinary coordinator Michelle was so helpful getting us our ingredients and keeping us on track all day. And Lupe took great care of us when it was time to eat, drink and celebrate our creations! As part of our class we got to eat together at the Grove and it was incredible. All the dishes were spectacular but in particular the Lions Mane mushroom was unforgettable. We all kept asking ourselves if it was steak. The building itself is so beautiful with an outside lawn/amphitheater, huge well-equipped kitchens, and a great little shop. We had fun looking at all the collections of kitchen equipment too. Any time you visit Downtown Napa the CIA is worth a stop!

RESTAURANT (The Grove)-- Lunch was fantastic!…read moreSat outside under the Olive Tree canopy : ) Peaceful Service was perfect. Salads, starters, and main dishes were great. Smoked fish Benedict :0 Wine selection was a bit limited and they were out of our preferred wine : ( Also....walkaround the garden and go upstairs to see the old kitchen ware!!!

I booked The Bartending Company for a recent corporate event, and the experience was seamless from…read morestart to finish. Carlos was highly responsive and attentive, working closely with us to accommodate our company's needs. During the planning phase, Gigi conducted a thorough site visit and ensured every detail was thoughtfully considered. On the day of the event, Casey brought a warm, engaging presence and was a pleasure to have as our bartender. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves, and the service truly elevated the event. Overall, it was an excellent experience, and I would absolutely consider them again for future events!

Imagine my surprise to see Gigi at my dear friends birthday. Just like the last time she hosted one…read moreof our functions, she is so incredibly attentive, helpful, kind and wonderful. Couldnt recommend her more! Gigi is the best!!!