25–75 guests
Intimate weddings
- Single professional bartender
- Complete portable bar + glassware
- Beer, wine, and a signature cocktail
- 2–4 hour service window
- Full setup and cleanup
Events · Wedding
Wedding bartenders who actually understand wedding timelines.
Professional bartenders, complete mobile bar setup, signature cocktails for the couple, and a Stock List that sizes the bar to your guest count. Bay Area, Napa, Sonoma, and Central Coast venues.
Packages
One bar package per wedding shape.
Filter the network by RBS certification, package shape, and availability. The Stock List generates an ingredient-level shopping list once you pick a package and finalize your guest count.
75+ guests
Grand celebrations
- Coordinated bartender team
- Multi-station bar layout
- Full premium bar (spirits, wine, beer)
- Extended hours through reception
- Captain Service coordination available
Napa · Sonoma · Carmel
Wine country weddings
- Local wine selection guidance
- Champagne toast service
- Wine-pairing recommendations
- Sommelier-aware service
- Vineyard venue logistics
Wedding-day timeline
Coordinated to the minute, not the headcount.
- Cocktail hour
- Welcome beverages and the signature cocktail during photos — bar ready before the first guest arrives.
- Reception & dinner
- Wine service during the meal, then quick efficient drink service when the dance floor opens.
- Toasts
- Champagne service coordinated with the timeline and the photographer.
- After-party
- Flexible late-night service that scales down with the celebration.
FAQ
Common wedding bar questions.
What's included in a wedding bar package?
Professional bartender(s), portable mobile bar, glassware, ice service, professional tools, and full setup plus breakdown. You supply the beverages; we can also help coordinate purchasing through the Stock List.
How many bartenders do we need for our wedding?
It depends on your guest count and your bar menu, not on a fixed ratio. As planning guidance for 3–4 hours of service: up to 50 guests, 1 bartender; 51–75 guests, 1–2; 76–100 guests, 2; 101–150 guests, 2–3 for beer, wine, and ready-to-drink service, or 2–4 when the menu is cocktail- or mocktail-led; 151–200 guests, 2–5 and 2–6; 201–300 guests, 3–7 and 3–9. Weddings staff slightly higher than other events at the same guest count. If you are adding a flair performer, that is a dedicated entertainer on top of the pouring team. The Smart Staffing Calculator recommends a bartender count from your guest count, service hours, beverage menu, and event type. Above 75 guests it recommends at least two.
Can you create signature cocktails for our wedding?
Yes. Bartenders develop personalized signature cocktails based on your preferences, theme, or favorite flavors. Recipe cards can be provided so guests can recreate the drinks later.
Do you coordinate with our wedding planner?
Yes. Captain Service bartenders coordinate directly with wedding planners, venue staff, and other vendors to align with the event timeline.
What happens if it rains at our outdoor wedding?
Bartenders bring weather contingency equipment and work with you and your venue on a weather contingency plan for the bar.
Service area
Bay Area, Wine Country, Central Coast.
Available across the Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, North Bay, and wine country — including Napa, Sonoma, Carmel, Monterey, Santa Cruz, and Big Sur wedding destinations.