Question 1

Is alcohol included with your services?

Accepted Answer

No. As per NYS liquor laws, we’re not allowed to provide you any of the alcohol. All of the booze must be purchased by you.It's not ideal, we know.We make the process as easy as possible for you by providing you with a shopping list after we’ve consulted on your menu. We can also pick it up for you once you have paid for it. And here’s the bright side: you pay retail price for your alcohol. You can precisely control your alcohol budget, and you’re not footing the bill for the 20-25% mark up event venues place on their alcohol.All of your opened and unopened alcohol is left with you at the end of your event. You can even purchase from a store that takes returns and return any unopened bottles.

Question 2

Do you only serve liquor and cocktails?

Accepted Answer

Not at all!  We’ll serve whatever your heart desires.We specialize in craft cocktails, but will serve any beer (bottles, cans), wine, sangria, champagne or liquor of your choosing.We have a fabulous menu of mocktails and dirty sodas if you prefer non- alcoholic options with a little flair.   All packages are fully customizable to fit your vision & vibe.

Question 3

Do you provide bartenders?

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Yes. We’ll provide you with 2  bartenders. If you request an additional bartender we are happy to provide one for a fee. (All events over 125 guests require an additional bartender.)

Question 4

What exactly is included?

Accepted Answer

Everything you need to have a LEGIT bar experience in any location. We take care of everything pertaining to your bar service the day of your event - this includes ice, cups, all  necessary supplies & cocktail ingredients, set up and clean up.We provide you with your alcohol shopping list after a consult - all you have to do the day of the event is show us where the alcohol is, and we’ll be set to go. You may also request that we pick up the alcohol after you have paid for it.

Question 5

What about tips?

Accepted Answer

Our pricing does not include gratuity, but an 18% gratuity is added to your invoice before payment. You will also make the call on if there will be a tip cup on the bar at your event.

Question 6

Is the mobile bar included?

Accepted Answer

Yes, of course! We will provide our custom mobile bar for your event, unless you have a bar at your venue that you prefer we use.

Question 7

Are you insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We’re fully insured with general liability insurance and liquor liability insurance.

Question 8

What do I do if my venue doesn't carry liquor liability insurance?

Accepted Answer

Not to worry. We are able to add you to our liquor liability insurance for your event date. The cost to do this is between $25-$35

Question 9

How do you get power?

Accepted Answer

Ideally, we simply plug directly into any 30 amp outlet outside or inside or your home or garage. However, we always have a generator handy to draw power from.

Question 10

How far in advance do we need to book?

Accepted Answer

Dates during peak season book up well in advance, but cancellations are possible, so it's always worth reaching out to see what we have available. That being said, earlier is always better!

Question 11

Can you refuse to serve party guests?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Broken Road Mobile Bar reserves the right to not serve, or stop serving, any guest who is visibly intoxicated. Safety of all guests and staff is our number one priority. By law anyone consuming alcohol must be 21 years or over.

Question 12

What are the technical requirements for the bars?

Accepted Answer

Our bars require flat ground for setup and service (ie: patio, deck, concrete etc.), and clear access for set-up and break down. We try to avoid putting our bars on grass as much as possible.If your event is located somewhere without electricity and you’ve booked our bar requiring electricity, we can add a generator to your package.

Question 13

Do you have a rain date policy?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, due to our advanced booking model, we can not accommodate rain dates. The host is responsible for tent cover of the bar in the event of inclement weather. We are happy to work with your tent vendor to find the appropriate size tent for your event.

Question 14

Start to finish, how does this process work?

Accepted Answer

You get a price quote with us by picking your desired bar experience and giving us some event details.Upon booking you will pay a 30% retainer to save the date.  The deposit is fully refundable to you if you cancel more than 60 days from the event date. However, the deposit is non-refundable if you cancel more than 30 days, but less than 60 days from your event.  The remainder of your balance is due 30 days prior to your event  We make it official by signing a contract.1-3 months before your event: you pick your menu. We have dozens of amazing cocktails on our selection list for you to choose from! We then provide you with your alcohol purchasing consultation (shopping list) and iron out all of the necessary details.Leading up to your event: you can reach out to us at any time with any questions, concerns, or new info. you think may be relevant for us.The day of your event: we arrive 2 hours before start time. You show us where the alcohol is & go on your merry way! You won’t have a care in the world when it comes to bar setup, cleanup, services or supplies.

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