How much do bartending services cost in Los Angeles?

Professional bartending services in Los Angeles start around $70 per hour per bartender for a standard event, with final pricing based on guest count, event length, bar setup, and add-on services like cocktail design or full event production. Contact us for a custom quote tailored to your event.

How many bartenders do I need for my event?

As a general rule, plan for one bartender per 50 guests for standard service, or one per 35 guests for cocktail-heavy events. We help you confirm the right staffing ratio based on your guest count, bar style, and timeline.

Are your bartenders licensed and insured?

Yes. All Platinum bartenders are licensed and insured, and we operate in full compliance with California ABC regulations. When required, we obtain an event-specific ABC permit before your event date. Host liquor liability and general liability insurance are available, and additional insured status for your host or venue can be added for a fee.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Palm Springs, and Las Vegas, with other locations available upon request.

Do you provide the alcohol and handle the ABC permit?

We provide full bar setup, mixers, glassware, and bar rentals; clients typically supply the alcohol, and we secure the event-specific ABC permit where required. Let us know your needs and we'll handle the compliance details.

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Best Bartending Services for Corporate Events in Los Angeles

Corporate bar service in Los Angeles is priced the same way as private work: bartenders at $70 per hour, mixologists at $90, a 4 hour minimum and a $100 service charge per staff member. What changes is everything around the bar, including hosts at $70 per hour on the registration desk, security at $85, and a themed cocktail menu at $375.

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How Much Does a Bartender Cost for a Private Event in LA?

A bartender for a private event in Los Angeles is $70 per hour with a 4 hour minimum, so the floor is 4 x $70 = $280 plus a $100 service charge, or $380 for one bartender. A mixologist is $90 per hour. Travel by distance, holiday and rush surcharges, and a 3.6 percent card processing fee sit on top of that.

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Backyard Wedding Bar Service: What to Expect in Los Angeles

A backyard wedding with no built-in bar needs three things brought in: the bar itself, glassware, and staff. A 5ft white wood bar with 4 ice tubs, a trash can, delivery and pick up is $1,195. Bartenders are $70 per hour each, one per 50 guests, with a 4 hour minimum and a $100 service charge per staff member.

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Professional Bartending Services for Small Private Parties in LA

For a private party of 20 to 50 guests in Los Angeles, one bartender covers the room. At $70 per hour with a 4 hour minimum and a $100 service charge, that is $380 for a four hour party if you supply the alcohol. Add a full bar package and Platinum supplies the drinks at $19 per guest for light consumption.

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How to Find a Last-Minute Bartender for Your Party in Los Angeles

You can book a bartender in Los Angeles inside 48 hours of your party, and a rush surcharge of 20 percent is added to bookings made in that window. All staff carry a 4 hour minimum, so one bartender works out to 4 hours x $70 = $280, plus a $100 service charge. Guest count, address and start time are enough to price it.

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Event Insurance and One-Day Liquor Permits for Los Angeles Parties (General Info)