Questions, answered.

Mobile bar structures can be provided when needed. If your venue already has a physical bar, we can provide service without transporting a mobile bar structure — we'll meet you where your bar already is.

Yes. Shake & Gather bartenders are required to maintain current BASSET certification.

Yes. Our Craft experience includes two signature cocktails, with seasonal and custom recipe options available. We can also develop custom cocktails as an enhancement to any package.

Yes. Zero-proof options and enhanced mocktail service can be incorporated into any event. We treat non-alcoholic cocktails as an equal part of the experience, not an afterthought.

Yes. For offices, hotels, venues and event spaces with an existing physical bar, we provide BASSET-certified bartenders, bar tools, ice and the consumables associated with your selected package — without transporting a mobile bar structure.

You don't have to calculate that yourself. Shake & Gather determines appropriate staffing based on guest count, service package and event needs, so the right number of professionals is always behind the bar.

Tell us about your event and let us recommend the experience. Share your vision, guest count and the feel you're going for — we'll help you find the bar experience that fits.

Shake & Gather serves Chicago and surrounding Chicagoland areas. Travel requirements are confirmed during quoting.

Yes, subject to event conditions and setup requirements. From backyard celebrations to garden receptions, we'll help plan a bar setup that works for your space.

We encourage early booking, especially for weddings, corporate holiday events and popular dates. The sooner you reach out, the more likely your date is available.

Optional guest tips may be accepted when appropriate and are separate from contracted service compensation.