CDE

$150

Starting price

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Estimated guest count

Responds in about 1 hour

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About

Greetings, I'm Craig Dane owner/operator of CDE event bartending. Thank you for the opportunity to quote your event and for your interest in CDE! *Our fee includes one extra hour of prep, my portable bar set up if needed, extra coolers/metal bin, cocktail ice bin, barware tools, cocktail straws and napkins, trash can, floor mat, all detailed consultations and constant clean-up. *Fee is plus client gratuity of your choice based on your level of satisfaction and total fee. Guest tip jars these days are completely hit or miss as many folks don't carry cash nor feel the need to tip. *Please see over 200 FIVE star reviews on Thumbtack, GigSalad, TheKnot, Yelp, Gigmasters and our website. See our Thumbtack Profile and accolades. We have earned Thumbtack's 2025 Top Pro honors TWELVE years running! Less than 4% of pro's receive this in any one single year! *After deposit I will send you detailed recommendations on ALL product types, brands and quantities needed for your shopping list down to ice and garnish! Our bartenders are assigned the week of the event. *For liability reasons when serving an open bar our max. window of service is FOUR hours plus the one extra prep/set up hour. Our attention to detail and the time we put into making your event a success is second to none in this business. This is info our clients have shared with us :) Beware the "discount" bartender. This service business I created is my livelihood, not my side job. You only have one chance with your all important event and you'll typically get what you pay for. Top notch professional service providers are what you'll get at CDE! ***A $75 non-refundable deposit in either ********************************, reserves your date. Pouring permit/license #PRN20220816010. Should your venue require liability ins. please go to ****************** for reasonable one day rates. Thank you for your consideration, we're here to serve! Craig Dane I am also passionate about and very much enjoy being a WEDDING OFFICIANT! Please see my reviews/photos with my bartending services at CDE Wedding Officiant.

Overview

Hired 254 times

4 similar jobs done near you

Background checked

4 employees

13 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.

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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

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

Great 4.7

209 reviews

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Diana C.

Oct 5, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Booking with CDE was nothing short of phenomena!! Craig’s communication leading up to my event was impeccable, (11 months out!) and the bartender sent to tend to my event was amazing. Overall 5 star service - if you come across, don’t hesitate to book!

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Wedding reception • I'm flexible • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed

CDE's reply

Thank you so much Diana for your kind words and it was our pleasure to work for you and Brandon! Our goal has always been to earn our clients repeat business by the service we give. It's why we're still providing our services (12 years running) and for longer than any other Thumbtack bartending company! Congratulations to you both and we hope to serve for you again, cheers!

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Mindy C.

2 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Great experience. I will always call Craig for my future events. He made it so easy with his list of items to buy. It really took the stress off of having to figure it out. Kara was awesome! Took great care of us!

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Special occasion • Upbeat / lively • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars not allowed

CDE's reply

Mindy, we're so glad you're grand opening went well and that we got to be a part of the speakeasy vibe! Thanks so much for your kind words, generosity and we look forward to your future events!

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Pooja D.

Aug 12, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Birthday party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup

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Hanethia P.

Nov 4, 2016

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Amber S.

Jun 17, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 76 - 100 guests • Birthday party • Upbeat / lively • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed • Disposable cups • Setup / cleanup • Coolers

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Craig Dane

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Typically averages out to around $75 per hour including client gratuity and tip jar if permitted. Deposits and paid in full payments are non-refundable.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Email, phone or text consultations. Getting the details of what my client is after to make their event the best and most stress free it can be!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have decades of exceptional customer service experience from financial adviser to bartender, as well as theater acting, producing and directing. I am TIPS certified - responsible serving/drinking course. Pouring permit/license #247654.