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About
Hi I'm Eric the Bartender🥂. My rates are: Chicago -$20/hour, Near Suburbs- $22/hour, Far Suburbs - $25/hour. I am double vaxxed and boosted.
I am a very responsible bartender, trustworthy, respectable of the home/venue, clean and on-time!
I just joined Thumbtack for additional leads. I have fifteen (15) years Bartending & party planning experience plus 10 years in my Bartender business .
I anticipate your and your guests' needs🎉. I will ensure that the HOST can enjoy themselves and your guests are having a fun and memorable event.
My client list is over 100🥃! Clients who've hired me are Downtown fine dining restaurants, catering companies, Corporate events, and families having fun events in their own home🥳 celebration! My referral rate is 100% because family members and friends trust me in their homes👍. I receive compliments and referrals from every event.
If you hire me once then you, your extended family, close friends and neighbors will have a private Bartender for life!
Thanks for reading & CHEERS 🥂🥃🍷🥃🫗🍸🍹🍻
Favorite client: Oprah Winfrey and her guest, Tom Cruise.
***Bassett ILLINOIS Liquor service certified.
Overview
Hired 14 times
Serves Chicago, IL
Background checked
1 employee
14 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.
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 value.
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Nicole C.
Oct 13, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Eric was such a great bartender. The guests loved him. He bussed tables if he wasn’t mixing drinks. Plus, his mixed drinks were delicious!
I will definitely be using him for my next party.
Thanks Eric!!
Details: 26 - 50 guests • Birthday party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Non-alcoholic beverages • Wine • Liquor / mixed drinks • Beer • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars not allowed
Bartending
Jay S.
Jun 24, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Eric provided incredible service for our party of 100 guests. He quickly figured out what prep work needed to be done and freed us up to enjoy the party. Our guests were really impressed by his service & professionalism - simply put, if you’re in need of a great bartender for your party, Eric is your guy.
Details: 76 - 100 guests • Special occasion • Low key / casual • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Beer • Wine • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars not allowed
Bartending
Beth S.
Apr 24, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Eric was so awesome. All of my party guests loved him. We all wonder how we’ve ever had a party and NOT had a bartender! I would hire Eric again in a minute.
Eric arrived with plenty of time to set up and organize all I had left out for him. He is incredibly pleasant and was genuinely kind to all my guests - from the adults down to the youngest child.
Details: 26 - 50 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
Bartending
Felicia T.
Aug 5, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
If I said Eric’s service was AMAZING it would be an understatement! Not only was he professional and attentive to our guests drinks, but he helped clean up and just stayed on top of everything to help our night run smoothly. Just an overall great guy with a high level of service! If I could give him 10 stars I would!
My guests are still asking me where I found our bartender!! If you are on the fence, just stop and hire Eric now! You will not regret it. :) :)
Details: 51 - 75 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
Bartending
Heather J.
Feb 5, 2019
Perfect Bartender for your event - big or small!!! Eric was prompt, professionally dressed and looked great when he arrived. He had his act together, stayed organized, was helpful and cooperative and cleaned up spotlessly before leaving. But, best of all, he was super friendly with all of my guests and made sure everyone was tended to and having a great time. Several of my guests ended up asking for his number because they too were impressed with him. Thanks Eric!
Credentials
Background Check
Eric Saldana
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
City of Chicago- $22/hour
Chicago Suburbs near -$24/hour
Far Suburbs- $25/hour
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My uniform consists of a white button down shirt, black vest, black bow-tie, black slacks and black shoes. I can change my uniform at Host's request. I have a traditional bar kit that I use for all of my events. Host's can call or email me with any event questions or consulting for free.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
15 high volume bartending and 10 years of event coordinator/planning experience.
