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The Traveling Tavern is a wedding and special event bartending company based out of La Jolla, California. Whether you’re planning a lavish ballroom banquet or an outdoor wedding reception, these professionals can expertly keep the drinks flowing, Their bartenders can come supplied with all the equipment needed to serve throughout your festivities.

Services Offered

Through consultations, the team at The Traveling Tavern can devise a list of equipment they need to ensure that your beverage service runs smoothly. For large events, their portable six-foot bar can comfortably serve multiple guests at one time while holding a range of beverage selections. More quaint bar setups are available for intimate gatherings of just a few close friends and family members. These trained bar staff can also serve custom event cocktails created by themselves or yourself. On the day of your special event, your personalized bar can be set up and comes supplied with a variety of items. These include but are not limited to wine openers, cocktail shakers, napkins, straws, ice, mixers, and garnishes. In addition to their bar setups, these professionals can also provide coffee and water stations.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What event services do you provide?

Set Up
Clean Up

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Reviews of The Traveling Tavern

Camille
Camille Sent on 11/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

She does it all!

Carrie hands down was responsible for making my reception run as smooth as it went. Throughout the whole planning process and up to the event she was upfront and very communicative of every detail. This woman was amazing! And she definitely takes the initiative and is detailed about the services she provides. Let me just tell you, I had a buffet style reception at a family member's backyard. She basically became the head caterer on the spot, helping to serve the food, keep the flow going, and directed not only her staff but my rowdy family members lol. She definitely went above any beyond in service too. Not only did she make sure my husband and I got fed, but she also made little trays for the other vendors as well! Plus she helped with the clean up to which made our clean up easier the following days after the reception. I also opted in her coffee station and her pumpkin spice specialty coffee beats Starbucks hands down. Please choose her for your event, you will not regret it at all!
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Ally Sent on 09/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing to say the least

I can NOT say enough about Carrie and her traveling tavern OMG SHE IS THE BOMB!!
We have been working too for the last 2 years, wedding was postponed due to covid. She was always willing to accommodate any date and time. She would call and check in on us and gosh she was the sweetest ever!
We had such amazing conversations like we were family
She is nothing but awesome and we had the very best wedding with her handling one of the most important parts a BAR!
She put our signature drinks into play and added a twist and OMG they are a HIT!
I will always use her for any event and now I can say I have a new life long friend!
SHE IS A MUST USE FOR YOUR EVENT!!!!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 02/25/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Traveling Tavern is the best!!

I can't thank Traveling Tavern enough for such an AMAZING bar service! Carrie is such an amazing, honest, and kind person! She was so easy to work with and I truly enjoyed our conversations leading up to my dad's 60th birthday party. She really knows her stuff! In the weeks leading up to the event, Carrie made sure to stay in communication so that she did not miss anything as far as added guests or changes to the drink lists. If you are looking for a stellar bar service for your event, big or small, Traveling Tavern is your answer. So much goes into planning an event and businesses like Traveling Tavern will make the process SO much easier. She is not only affordable, but also efficient and professional! I know that I 100% intend on reaching out to Carrie again for future events. Thank you Traveling Tavern!
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Morgan Sent on 07/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We were so incredibly happy with Carrie and her team at the Traveling Tavern and the job they did at our wedding in Julian a couple of weeks ago. Bartenders were one of the last vendors that we hired because we had a hard time finding someone to fit our needs and to be honest we weren't entirely sure what our needs were! We were going to be providing our own alcohol and wanted to hire someone we could trust to quickly and efficiently serve delicious cocktails and a variety of wine/beer. Thank goodness our coordinator recommended Traveling Tavern because they could not have done a better job! Carrie was extremely helpful in the weeks leading up to our wedding, making sure she knew exactly what we wanted. We had two cocktails we wanted served and she helped us figure out how much of the mixers we needed to buy. On the wedding day, Carrie and her husband showed up early to get everything set up and kept the bar going efficiently all night. Our guests reported that they rarely had to wait in line for anything and the cocktails they made were delicious! They really went above and beyond in their service and I couldn't be more happy we hired them. If I ever need a bartender for an event again in the future, I will definitely be hiring them!
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User1936184 Sent on 11/23/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Kyle is amazing he returned every email or phone call so promptly. Best thing is he is able to give the right information on what and how much to buy. These guys are great I have already started to tell people about them. Will definitely use them again
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Andrea Sent on 09/19/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Kyle at Traveling Tavern was an excellent bartender at our wedding. Kyle offered us advice and guidelines for selecting a menu, as well as purchasing quantities for the number of guests we were expecting. Kyle and his assistant were professional and attentive to our guests. It was a pleasure to work with him. I highly recommend The Traveling Tavern to anyone seeking bartending services.
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Vana Sent on 11/09/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Kyle did a great job of helping us out every step of they way leading up to the wedding. Gave us his advice on how much liquor to purchase, and was always available for questions. Melissa was our bartender for the night, along with one more bartender. We had a 240+ guest wedding and they kept things smooth, kept guests refreshed and clean up at nights end was exceptional.
Thank you!
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Masey Sent on 12/16/2016
4.9 out of 5 rating
Kyle and The Traveling Tavern team came through last-minute for us when we realized we needed a licensed bartender just two days before our wedding. They were flexible and extremely reasonable. The only thing that could have been better was not having a tip jar out. Other than that, we were satisfied, and would highly recommend their services to anyone!
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 06/09/2016
4.8 out of 5 rating
I booked Traveling Tavern for my wedding. Kyle was very responsive to all of my emails prior to the wedding. He arrived on time and worked hard all night. He was very professional and my guests loved the cocktails. Would highly recommend The Traveling Tavern!
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Awards

9

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Aloha Catering Aloha Catering Wedding Caterers

When you need bar tending service, the Traveling Tavern is the one to call.

Infinity Weddings Infinity Weddings Wedding Planners

We have enjoyed working with the Traveling Tavern. At each event has shown great service to all guests, always has been on time, dresses professional, reasonably priced.....2 thumbs up!

Elite Image Limousines Elite Image Limousines Wedding Limos

Kyle and his team at teh Traveling Tavern are fantastic! Not only are they professional but their customer service is fantastic and they know how to ensure that everyone is having a fantastic time. I am speaking as a vendor and a client!

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The Traveling Tavern frequently asked questions

The bar service starting price at The Traveling Tavern includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The Traveling Tavern offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
The Traveling Tavern provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
The Traveling Tavern is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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