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About
Hi I’m Melissa! I’m very friendly, outgoing and Fun!! I have a passion for bartending and helping people celebrate all Life!
I’m dependable, high energy and work well in fast pace environments. I have a lot of experience bartending weddings, entertainment events, birthday parties, corporate events, and many other special occasions of all sizes. I really value the opportunity to bartend your event and will go above and beyond before the party and during so you can relax and enjoy your guests and party!
Overview
Hired 37 times
Serves North Hollywood, CA
Background checked
4 employees
8 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2019
Services offered
Beverage types
Event type
Wedding reception
Birthday party
Special occasion
Cocktail party
Event vibe
Low key / casual
Formal / elegant
Upbeat / lively
Club scene
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
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Bethany S.
Jun 8, 2026
Melissa was fantastic and we would absolutely hire her again. She arrived right on time and immediately jumped in and got to work without needing direction. She came fully prepared with her own bartending kit, which made everything seamless from the start. Beyond bartending, she was incredibly helpful with setup and truly went above and beyond throughout the event to make sure everything ran smoothly. Professional, proactive, and a pleasure to work with — highly recommend!
Scott J.
May 15, 2026
Absolutely — here’s a polished Thumbtack-style review:
Melissa from Whiskey Business was amazing! We hired her for a backyard party and she completely elevated the experience. The hand-crafted cocktails were excellent, she was incredibly professional and helpful, and she even jumped in to help with food and keeping everything flowing smoothly. Beyond the drinks, she brought great energy, made guests feel taken care of, and helped make the night feel special and effortless. I’d highly recommend Melissa and Whiskey Business for any private event or party.
Karen S.
Apr 26, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Melissa made the party ! The two most important things for a great party is Music and a well stocked bar ! Melissa was quick to respond to my inquiry, communicated easily and provided me a list of bar basics, mixers and fruits . She made such a great impact on the overall vibe of the event . She's very professional , great mixologist and engaged very nicely with all the guests . Book her !!! Highly recommended ! She also recommended extra staff, loved that she had a network she travels with and both ladies made my night a breeze !
Details: 26 - 50 guests • Corporate event • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Beer • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice • Coolers
Bartending
Tiphini F.
Dec 11, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
I asked Melissa if she could come and do a mixology class for me and a group of moms I hosted for moms night out. Melissa was attentive in answering all my questions before hand, walked me through different options for speciality cocktails and made sure I had a comprehensive within my budget grocery list. She came on time and so friendly! My guest loved her! She ended up being a bartender for the evening and we didn’t even get to the class not because of anything Melissa did but my guest were so chatty and loved hanging by the bar talking to her while she whipped up drinks the night just continued to flow beautifully. I WILL hire her again! She was amazing!
Details: 11 - 25 guests • Special occasion • Low key / casual • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice • Coolers
Bartending
Cecile M.
Nov 14, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
I am so glad I found Melissa. She is very easy to deal with and very professional. Not only did she make our drinks so pretty, they were perfect mixes too!!! Melissa has a pleasing personality, always smiling. She served even before we asked :) Thank you Melissa for a great job bartending my event. We all had a blast! I look forward to hiring you again and referring you to my family & friends! Take care and stay safe :)
Details: 11 - 25 guests • Special occasion • Formal / elegant • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Beer • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed
Bartending
Credentials
Background Check
Melissa Romanose
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I’m flexible on pricing. If the quote is too high don’t pass me up, doesn’t hurt to try negotiating a bit :)
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to really talk to them about what they want and expect from me. It’s important to plan everything out before the event so things run smoothly and the Host can sit back and enjoy the party!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’ve worked in a restaurant bar for years and graduated from Bartenders Institute. I Have years of experience working private parties, special events and weddings.
