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The Shay Experience

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The Shay Experience-Mobile Bartending & Event Services. Proudly serving clients since 2010, we specialize in delivering a premium bartending and event experience that's seamless as it is stylish. From intimate gatherings and event staff bring expertise, energy, and elegance to every occasion. Whether you're planning a wedding, birthday, corporate event, or private party, The Shay Experience offers: -Professional, licensed bartenders and mixologists -Full bar setup and breakdown -Event coordination and decor add-ons -Friendly, reliable, and top-tier service from start to finish With over a decade of experience, we know how to make your event flow smoothly and leave a lasting impression. Book The Shay Experience today-because every celebration deserves a touch of class and a splash of flavor!
Overview

Hired 8 times

Serves Midlothian, IL

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10 employees

16 years in business

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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

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

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Neha A.

3 weeks ago

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Every review about Lashawandra is so spot on. She brings the party alive.
It was a last minute booking with her. I only wanted mocktails and someone who would be creative. She was highly creative with her drinks. The guests were gaga on her . She arrived on time, even when we weren’t always there to attend, she was able to figure out everything on her own. She went out of her way to serve guests and thorough professional! She told me clearly what she wanted for the party, made arrangements for the creative drinks on her own. Punctual, polite, professional . Highly definitely recommend
Bartending
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Antoine M.

Aug 16, 2026

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Shay was amazing! Her professionalism and ideas blew me away! We loved our experience and would definitely recommend her for our friends and family! Her drinks were so good! She even made a special drink for my wife’s birthday! Service was top tier! If you’re looking to up the game on your event, Shay is who you should go with!

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Birthday party • Low key / casual • Public venue • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • I'm flexible • Tip jars allowed • Ice • Disposable cups

Bartending
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Ryan S.

May 15, 2026

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Shay was a delight, as was her co-bartender Brian. She went above and beyond to make it special and enjoyable for both me as a host and all our guests.

Details: 176 - 200 guests • Corporate event • Low key / casual • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • I'm flexible • Setup / cleanup

Bartending
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Catherine S.

Nov 3, 2025

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If you're looking for a bartender who will absolutely elevate your event, look no further than Shay! I hired Shay for a house party and she was the highlight of the night. From the moment she arrived, Shay brought incredible energy, professionalism, and creativity to the bar. Her drink-making skills were next-level every cocktail was crafted with precision and flair, and she even customized drinks on the fly to match guests' preferences.

What really stood out was how attentive and engaging she was with everyone. Shay didn’t just serve drinks she created an experience. My guests couldn’t stop raving about her signature concoctions and warm personality. She kept the vibe flowing, the glasses full, and the smiles wide all night long.

Shay went above and beyond in every way, and I can’t recommend her highly enough. If you want your party to be unforgettable, Shay is your secret ingredient.

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Cocktail party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Non-alcoholic beverages • I'm flexible • Tip jars allowed

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Thank you so much for the kind review.
Bartending
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Sonia P.

Aug 4, 2026

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I ABSOLUTELY recommend The Shay Experience and WILL book again! Extremely Professional, Attentive and Goes Above & Beyond so that everyone has an AMAZING EXPERIENCE. *The Shay Experience will be my absolute Go-To when in need of Bartending, Servers, etc.

Details: Special event / party • Fewer than 50 guests

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