Shake, Rattle & Pour:
Our Mobile Bartending Service
Looking to add a touch of excitement and style to your event? Shake, Rattle & Pour, Home Bites’ new mobile bartending service, is here to elevate your celebration. Unlike most mobile bartenders who offer pouring services only, we go above and beyond by offering a full-service experience. With our liquor license, we can provide not only the bartenders but also the alcohol, all the necessary equipment, and glassware to set up a fully functioning bar at your event.
Full Bar Setup, Top-Quality Service
We don’t just bring the booze—we bring the entire bar experience! With Shake, Rattle & Pour, you’ll receive all the necessary equipment to create a fully functioning bar, including glassware, cocktail tools, and more. Our team takes care of setup and cleanup, allowing you to focus on enjoying your event. Whether it’s a grand wedding celebration or an intimate gathering, our bartenders ensure that the drinks flow smoothly, and the service is second to none.
Competitive Pricing, Perfect Pairing with Catering
. As a full-service catering and bartending solution, we offer competitive pricing that keeps your event within budget while elevating the overall experience.
There’s no need to hire separate bartenders, caterers, and alcohol suppliers. With Shake, Rattle & Pour, we handle everything from setup to cleanup, so you can focus on enjoying your special day. Whether it’s an elegant wedding reception, a corporate gathering, or a birthday bash, our all-in-one service simplifies your event planning, ensuring that every detail is taken care of. We work closely with our catering team to offer customized drink pairings that complement your menu perfectly, creating a cohesive experience your guests will remember.
Crafting the Perfect Vibe
Bartending services play a crucial role in elevating the atmosphere and experience at any event or celebration. Skilled bartenders not only craft expertly mixed drinks but also serve as key facilitators of social interaction, creating a welcoming space for guests to relax and mingle. Whether it's a wedding, corporate gathering, or intimate party, professional bartenders bring both style and function, ensuring that guests enjoy top-quality beverages while maintaining smooth service throughout.
dry
hire
With dry hire, the client is responsible for purchasing and providing all alcohol, while we supply the professional bartenders to mix and serve the drinks. We also provide all the non-alcoholic mixers, garnishes, and bar equipment needed to carry out the service. If needed, we can bring the full bar setup, including counters and furniture (with an additional fee), or we can work with existing bar setups at your venue. This option is perfect for clients who want to have control over their alcohol selection and prefer to handle the purchase themselves.
What's Included:
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Professional bartenders to mix and serve drinks
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Non-alcoholic mixers, garnishes, and necessary bar equipment
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Optional full bar setup (with additional fee, depending on the venue)
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Glass rentals are available
Pros:
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Full control over the alcohol selection
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Potentially lower costs if alcohol is purchased in bulk
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Cons:
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Requires you to purchase, store, and organize alcohol and supplies.
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Potential for over- or under-ordering drinks.
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More time-consuming and stressful to manage logistics.
pricing
Beer and wine - $60 per hour per bartender
Beer Wine and 2 cocktails - $75 per hour per bartender
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A $150.00 fee is added to all packages for setup and teardown/cleanup
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Discounts are available when added to a catering package
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wet
hire
With wet hire, we handle everything from start to finish. This includes providing the alcohol, mixers, garnishes, and all the necessary equipment, along with professional bartenders to serve your guests. You won’t have to worry about sourcing anything—just let us know your preferences, and we take care of the rest. Wet hire is perfect for those who want a stress-free, fully managed bar service with no additional planning required.
What's Included:
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Full bar setup with professional bartenders
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Alcohol, mixers, garnishes, and all necessary bar equipment
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Ice as needed for cooling and serving
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Cleanup and teardown service after the event
Pros:
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We supply all alcohol, mixers, glassware, and essentials, ensuring a complete, hassle-free experience.
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No need to worry about purchasing, storing, or organizing drinks.
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Time and stress saved on managing alcohol and inventory.
Convenience:
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Hiring a full-service bartending service (WET HIRE) offers several key benefits over a dry hire option. With WET HIRE, we provide all the alcohol, mixers, glassware, and other essentials for your event, creating a complete, hassle-free experience. You don’t have to worry about purchasing, storing, or organizing drinks, and we’ll craft a professionally curated beverage menu tailored to your guests.
pricing
BEER and/or WINE - $5.25* per hour per person -(minimum 50 guests) Kegs available for parties of 75 and above
*pricing is for "house wine" and draft beer
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BEER AND WINE and 2 cocktails - $5.95 per hour per person (minimum 50 guests) extra cocktails $1.75 per person
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OPEN BAR-WELL - $6.50 per hour per person
OPEN BAR -TOP-SHELF- $9.25 per hour per person
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CASH BAR- minimum consumption - the greater of $15 per guest or $1250
SUBSIDIZED BAR- (Combination of an open bar and a cash bar) minimum consumption - the greater of $15 per guest or $1250
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MOCKTAILS- offered "Free pour" (Beverage dispenser 5 gallon batch $250 - serves 80-100 ) or at the bar made to order -($ 2.95 each per person)​
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Crafted Cocktails:
Sip, Savor, Celebrate!
At SRP Bartending, we take pride in crafting cocktails that elevate your event. Our certified bartenders are experts in mixing the perfect drink, whether you choose from our signature list, stick with timeless classics, or share your own secret recipe. We’ll execute it flawlessly—after all, it’s your party, and we’re here to make it unforgettable!
Not All Mobile Bartending Services Are Created Equal
One thing many clients quickly discover when comparing bartending companies is that there is a huge difference between simply “serving drinks” and creating a true bar experience that actually complements the look and feel of the event.
At Shake Rattle & Pour, we’ve intentionally built our bartending service to feel polished, professional, and visually cohesive — not like an afterthought tucked into the corner of the venue. Unfortunately, many mobile bartending setups rely on lightweight foldable bars, plastic-looking serving stations, or temporary cardboard-style units that can feel out of place at an otherwise beautiful wedding or event. That’s not our approach. A Real Bar Experience Our setup centers around a professionally built 7-foot mobile wood bar designed to look and feel like a permanent bar installation rather than a temporary catering setup. The difference is immediately noticeable. Instead of: folding tables, collapsible plastic bars, exposed storage bins, or makeshift serving stations, our bar creates a clean, elevated focal point that blends naturally into the atmosphere of the event. It photographs beautifully, feels intentional, and helps create the type of guest experience people remember. Professional Presentation Matters We also place a strong emphasis on presentation and professionalism throughout the service experience. Our bartenders are: Licensed and MAST certified Experienced in weddings and high-volume events Professionally dressed Friendly, polished, and guest-focused A well-run bar should feel organized, smooth, and welcoming — not chaotic or improvised. That attention to detail is something our clients consistently notice. Customized Printed Cocktail Menus Another detail that elevates the experience is our printed cocktail menus. Each bar setup includes professionally displayed menus featuring: Signature cocktails Beer & wine selections Specialty drinks Mocktails Client-selected beverage offerings Positioned prominently on the bar, these menus: help guests order efficiently, create visual cohesion, reduce crowding and confusion, and reinforce the overall event aesthetic. It’s a small touch that makes a surprisingly big impact. Covered Bar Service Areas For outdoor weddings and events, we also offer tented bar setups that help create the feeling of a fully organized, intentional service area. Beyond practical weather protection, the tented setup: frames the bar visually, creates atmosphere, improves organization, and contributes to the overall vibe of a professionally executed event. Rather than looking like a temporary vendor station, the bar becomes part of the event design itself. The Difference Is in the Details At the end of the day, guests may not consciously remember every logistical detail — but they absolutely remember how an event felt. A beautiful bar setup. Professional bartenders. Organized service. A cohesive presentation. Thoughtful details. Those things shape the overall guest experience far more than most people realize. At Shake Rattle & Pour, we believe your bar should feel like an intentional part of your event — not an improvised folding station hidden in the corner. That philosophy is what separates us from many typical mobile bartending services.
Mocktails
We’re excited to offer mocktails as part of our service, available either as a self-service station or individually prepared by our bartenders. Whether you prefer a DIY option where guests can help themselves or want expertly crafted mocktails served fresh, we’ve got you covered. Our mocktail menu is designed to be just as delicious and refreshing as traditional cocktails, ensuring that everyone, including those who prefer non-alcoholic options, has a great time at your event.
Mobile Bartending Services in Seattle & Western Washington Looking for a professional mobile bartender or full-service mobile bartending service for your wedding, corporate event, private party, or celebration? Shake Rattle & Pour by Home Bites Catering provides licensed, insured, and experienced bartending services throughout Seattle and Western Washington. From intimate backyard gatherings to large weddings and corporate events, our team delivers polished bar service, signature cocktails, beverage planning, and complete event support designed to elevate the guest experience. Professional Mobile Bartending for Any Event Our mobile bartending services are designed for: Weddings Corporate events Holiday parties Grand openings Private parties Fundraisers Galas Engagement parties Birthday celebrations Property launch events Luxury and destination events Whether you need a single mobile bartender for a smaller gathering or a fully staffed multi-bar setup, we can customize the experience around your event size, venue, and budget. Dry Hire vs Wet Hire Bartending One of the most common questions we receive is the difference between dry hire bartending and wet hire bartending. Dry Hire Bartending With dry hire bartending: The client purchases the alcohol We provide the bartenders, mixers, garnishes, bar setup, tools, ice calculations, and service logistics This option offers the most flexibility and often helps clients control beverage costs Dry hire is extremely popular for: Weddings Corporate events Private venues Backyard events DIY-style celebrations Our team can still help calculate exactly how much alcohol you’ll need using our Beverage Purchasing Calculator. Wet Hire Bartending With wet hire bartending: We supply the alcohol We coordinate purchasing and logistics We manage bar inventory and beverage planning We provide a more turnkey experience Wet hire is ideal for clients who want a fully managed bar program with minimal stress and streamlined coordination. Availability for wet hire depends on venue requirements, licensing, and event logistics. Beverage Purchasing Calculator Planning alcohol quantities can be one of the most stressful parts of organizing an event. That’s why we created our custom Beverage Purchasing Calculator. The calculator helps estimate: Liquor quantities Beer and wine purchasing Champagne toast quantities Ice requirements Garnishes and mixers Signature cocktail ingredient lists Shopping lists for dry hire events Whether you are planning a wedding, corporate event, or backyard party, the calculator is designed to simplify beverage planning and help avoid overbuying or running out of alcohol. 👉 Be sure to try our Beverage Purchasing Calculator before finalizing your shopping list. Signature Cocktails & Custom Bar Menus Our mobile bartending team specializes in: Signature cocktails Seasonal craft cocktails Batch cocktails Large-format event bars Mocktail programs Wine and beer service Cocktail menu design We can help create custom cocktails that reflect your: Wedding theme Corporate branding Seasonal aesthetic Venue style Cultural influences Personal preferences From elevated classics to playful themed cocktails, we focus on drinks that are visually impressive, efficient to serve, and enjoyable for guests. Areas We Serve We provide mobile bartending services throughout: Seattle Bellevue Tacoma Everett Kirkland Redmond Issaquah Woodinville SeaTac Renton Kent Auburn Olympia Bellingham Leavenworth Cle Elum Snoqualmie San Juan Islands Western Washington destination venues Travel for destination events and remote venues is available upon request. Why Clients Choose Shake Rattle & Pour Professional and experienced mobile bartenders MAST-certified staff Elegant and efficient bar setups Custom signature cocktails Wedding and corporate event expertise Flexible dry hire and wet hire options Beverage purchasing support Event coordination experience Full-service hospitality approach We believe bartending service should feel seamless, organized, and welcoming — while still being fun and memorable for your guests. Let’s Build Your Bar Program Whether you need a single mobile bartender or a complete multi-bar event setup, we’d love to help create the right beverage experience for your event. Contact Shake Rattle & Pour today to discuss: Dry hire bartending Wet hire bartending Signature cocktails Beverage planning Bar staffing Mobile bar setups Wedding bar packages Corporate event bartending