Bar service in Houston, TX
Bar service in Houston puts two bartenders and a full setup at your event, for the drinks you supply. Our bartenders hold TABC seller-server certificates. The bar add-on is $900 on top of your catering.
What to know about event bar service
- You buy the alcohol, we pour it
- Two bartenders and a setup are included
- Our bartenders hold TABC seller-server certificates
- Plan about one drink per guest per hour
- Offer water and non-alcohol choices
- Ice and mixers are part of the plan
- Ask your venue about alcohol rules
- Add a signature drink to cut costs
How bar service works
- 1Tell us the guest count and hoursWe plan staff and supplies.
- 2You buy the alcoholWe give you a list.
- 3SetupBartenders arrive early and build the bar.
- 4ServiceWe pour, check IDs and watch for guests who have had enough.
- 5BreakdownWe pack up and leave the area clean.
Bar service options and costs in Houston
Setup, service and breakdown.
When the caterer supplies the drinks.
Pairs with a bar at receptions.
Glassware for the bar.
Typical Houston ranges for planning. Your written price comes after we see the job.
What changes the price
- Guest count and hours.
- Number of bartenders.
- Type of drinks.
- Ice, mixers and garnishes.
- Glassware and rentals.
- Venue rules.
Good to know in Houston
Houston heat makes cold drinks and ice go fast, so plan extra ice. Outdoor bars need shade. Many venues have their own alcohol rules, so check yours first.
Texas requires TABC seller-server training for people who serve alcohol, and our bartenders hold it. Guests must be 21 or older to be served.
Questions about bar service
Do you provide the alcohol?
No. You supply it and we pour. We give you a list.
Are your bartenders certified?
Yes. They hold TABC seller-server certificates.
How many bartenders do I need?
Two for most events up to 100 guests.
Can you serve at a venue with its own rules?
Ask the venue first. We follow its rules.