Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy alcohol?
For most packages, yes. EB Bartending provides all mixers, garnishes, and bar equipment, but clients purchase the alcohol. We offer a $200 shopping service if you prefer we handle everything.What's included in your wedding package?
Our $1150 wedding package includes 8-10 hours of service, 2 professional bartenders, 1 bar back, 12x12 tent, keg tap, complete bars with all mixers, and 5 bags of ice.Can you create custom cocktails?
Yes, we offer custom cocktail design and specialty margaritas for $50 extra. We can also personalize cocktail names to match your event theme.What's your hold the date fee?
We charge a $100 hold the date fee for events booked more than a month in advance. This is not a deposit and protects against cancellations.How many hours are included?
Service hours vary by package: Corporate Package includes 4 hours, Standard Bar Package includes 6 hours, and Wedding Package includes 8-10 hours of professional bartending service.Do you offer mocktail menus?
Yes, we create mocktail menus for events. Our bartenders are experienced in crafting non-alcoholic specialty drinks alongside traditional cocktails for all guests.Can you add extra bartenders?
Yes, additional bartenders or servers are available for $50 per hour with a 4-hour minimum. We recommend extra staff for events with 100 or more guests.What equipment do you bring?
We provide complete bars, drink dispensers, industrial blender, coolers, ice, and all mixing tools. Wedding packages include a tent and keg tap for full outdoor service.How far do you travel?
EB Bartending Service travels 50-100 miles from Los Angeles, serving areas like Santa Monica, Long Beach, Huntington Beach, Brentwood, and Anaheim with gas included.What's included with bartending service?
All packages include professional bartenders, complete bar setup, mixers, garnishes, ice to start, and cleanup. Wedding packages also include tents and additional equipment.How long is wedding service?
The Wedding Package includes 8-10 hours of service with 2 professional bartenders, a tent, and complete bar setup for $1150.Do you provide liquor liability insurance?
Yes, one-day liquor liability insurance costs $100-250 depending on guest count. EB Bartending helps arrange this when venues require coverage.Can cocktail names be personalized?
Yes, all cocktail names can be changed to personalize your event while keeping the same recipes and ingredients for a custom touch.How much for additional bartenders?
Additional bartenders or servers cost $50 per hour with a 4-hour minimum, recommended for events with 100 or more guests.Does EB Bartending Service operate as dry hire, or do you provide the alcohol too?
Like most licensed mobile bartending services in California, we operate on a dry-hire model — we bring the professional bartenders, bar setup, equipment, mixers, and service while you provide the alcohol. This keeps everything compliant with California ABC regulations. We also offer one-day alcohol liability insurance to protect you and your guests at every event.Is EB Bartending Service available for weddings and private events throughout the Los Angeles area?
Yes, we serve weddings and private events across the Los Angeles area. Our mobile bar setup travels to your venue — whether that's a backyard, estate, rented event space, or any other private location — bringing full bartending service directly to you.What does a mobile bartending service typically include for a wedding or private event in California?
A professional mobile bartending service covers bartenders, a full bar setup, glassware, equipment, mixers, and garnishes. In California, alcohol is handled separately under a dry-hire arrangement to stay compliant with ABC licensing rules. One-day event insurance is also recommended and available to cover liability for your guests.
