Behind the Glass Bartending is a bartending company specializing in mixology and flair bartending. We are most well-known for the presentation and creativity behind our delicious, custom-crafted drinks. From small intimate events to large events in the hundreds, we put the utmost care into every detail so that your bar needs are not only met, but are exceeded beyond your expectations.
Since every client has a different set of needs, we strive to be flexible and will try our best to work with your budget. Our company is made up from a diverse group of experienced bartenders with experience in fine-dining, the night club industry, and special events who are also all TIPS certified.
It is hard to imagine a smoother process. The guide for the menu, what to order, how to order it, and running the bar was all seamless and much appreciated.
Very happy in my choice in hiring Michael with Behind the Glass Bartending. Will definitely be using him again! He came early and got everything organized, had a personalized menu printed for our party with great tasting drinks that were a hit, he gave great service and would even check on people at their tables, he stayed after and left everything perfectly clean. Before the the event Michael had good communication with me and was willing to help me with anything including a shopping list. If you want a fantastic bartender, give them a call!
Michael showed up promptly, he was professional and respectful. During his down he went to each table and took drink orders - this was above and beyond my expectations. I would strongly suggest his bar tending services to anyone - everyone at the party loved his cocktails and service. Thanks Michael you made our evening memorable.
I hired Michael to bartend my boyfriends 50th birthday party. We had about 100 guests over the entire evening and Michael was fun and professional. We also had a group of teenagers that were there at the beginning for dinner and he made some on the fly mock-tails for them, they loved them and thought he was very entertaining! I also had a wide age range that attended the party and Michael knew how to accommodate them all. I loved how he "waited" on my older guests and made them feel special! Michael also remembered to do a drink in special shot glasses that I ordered just for the party, I forgot because I was so busy with all my guests, but he didn't. They were shot glasses that lit up and they were one of the many hits of the party. I did not have one negative comment about Michael whatsoever. Hiring him was one of the best decisions I made for this very special b-day party. I cannot say the same thing for my caterer... I will definitely hire Michael again, he was easy to work with and was great on getting back to me with all my questions. He helped me plan a really cool drink menu that my guests still talk about today! I would refer Michael for any event and can't wait for my next big party to have him back! Peggy C.
We were contacted by Michael and he was a pleasure to do business with, he answered any questions we had and kept in contact with us until the day of our event. Jesus was our bartender and I have got to say, he is most definitely a people person with a great personality and very outgoing. He adapted extremely well with our 100+ guest. Not only were we, who hired through the company, but as well as our guest were satisfied with his expertise and knowledge on the variety of drinks. We will most definitely hire through this company again for another event, hopefully this summer. Thanks BTG Bartending!
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
Thanks Natalie, Jesus had a wonderful time!
Mikey bartended my fifteen birthday party, and everybody loved him! He is amazing! Super detailed and creative with his drinks! Mikey is extremely nice and super easy to work with! He is the best bartender Ive ever had and will have (:
Thank you so much Mikey!
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
Thanks for the compliments! Your friends and family were a lot of fun!
Greg did an outstanding job for us at my wife's birthday party! So kind, funny, and made excellent drinks as well! Would recommend for ANY special occasion!
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
Thanks Andrew for the kind comments! Greg had a fantastic time! We look forward to the next event!
Amazing bartender. Kimberly was early, efficient, and prepared. She was able to improvise and was very friendly! We will be using her for ALL our future events.
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
We are ecstatic that you had awesome service from Kimberly! She said that your guests were wonderful!
He totally made our event! He transformed my kitchen/bar into what looked like an upscale bar with the whole professional set up. His drinks were AMAZING! All of my guests loved him and the show he puts on with the flair. Do not hesitate to book him....unless I need to, then I call dibs! Hahaha!
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
Can't wait for the next event! The carnival theme was awesome and everyone dressed up! I had a great time throwing bottles and tins around for your guests. They were lovely. Thanks again Jennifer and Michael!
Mikey was truly an amazing bartender! First, he was very helpful in showing us where to buy the supplies for our wedding reception, but one of the items we could not find in 5 different stores and Mikey brought it with him to the event for us! Secondly, he was so very fun to be around! He provided excellent service and was very talented in mixing drinks! All my guests at our reception loved him and really enjoyed the night with Mikey as the bartender!! Thirdly, he is so experienced that it was truly an art watching Mikey do his tricks!! Highly recommend Mikey as your bartender!
Michael and his crew were awesome! They were very professional and made sure everyone had their drink. They were very skilled and even creative we were surprised to see our names turned into drinks for our menus which was really fun for all our guests. I would highly recommend everyone hire these guys they're simply amazing!!
This is our second year hiring BTG and it was a success! Our bartender was early, set up quickly, was friendly, and knew how to make cocktails. He mingled with everyone, was self-sufficient, and was super nice. I would highly recommend them for any event, large or small.
I hired Michael last minute for my daughter's graduation . He made sure I had all the items I needed. When I couldn't find the drink for my cocktails in the store , he called the store and they were able to put it on hold for me . Greg our bartender was very professional, funny and detailed. My guests told me to have him back next time we have a party. Having behind the glass for my party raised the bar and the signature cocktails were a hit. Thank you Michael and Greg .
Michael bartended for a couple of my friend's parties in the past and everyone loved him, so I had to hire him for my next party of course! Michael and his staff, Liza and Iggy provided amazing service and amazing drinks for over 100 of my guests. Very professional and super fast! I will definitely book him for future parties and so should you!
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
We pride ourselves on beautiful cocktails, top-notch service, and some flair! Thanks for the feedback. You were a wonderful host and your guests were so much fun!
Im so glad I got Michael to bartend for my party, especially alone for 150+ people, he did an awesome job! Great guy with a sense of humour that knows how to conversate while working making people their drinks. If you ever need a bartender, book this dude!
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
Too much fun! Thanks for having us!
Mike and the guys were great! Very good drinks, Very attentive and great service! They know their stuff and catered to our flavors and needs. I loved the lava flow and the electric Paloma out of the many. They were the perfect fit and for sure will be using them again for our events.
Response from Behind the Glass Bartending:
We are coming back for the next event on May 24! We LOVE seeing familiar faces. Can't wait to see your friends and family again!
Mike bartended a party of mine - literally blew everyone out of the water with the wonderful cocktails, his creativity and the added special: the flairs! SUCH a talented bartender - he has everything! I would absolutely recommend Behind the Glass to anyone who wants a rockin party and out-of-this-world cocktails!! He will single-handedly turn the night into an extraordinary event. YES YES YES!!!!!!
The drinks are well made and the mood is well fit. The doughnut cocktails are to die for. A treat you surely can't find anywhere else. imagine a doughnut flavored vodka....Trust it's delicious. Very efficient and friendly are the bartender really and he knows his drinks. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a small show, if need be, and some very good drinks. Very profesional and clean. Brings his own supplies and offers genuine suggestions to help; yet, never stepping beyond the line.
I hired Behind the Glass Bartending to work my wedding based on my previous experience with them at a private party. Michael Ng was nothing short of phenomenal leading up to the wedding and he wowed my guests the day of the wedding. If you've never planned a big event before, it's harder than it looks - you don't want to run out of alcohol and really you want people to drink. Michael provided me with advice on how much alcohol to purchase as well as what types to get based on my party size and guests.
The day of the wedding was no joke and I'm not sure how Behind the Glass pulled it off. First of all, the wedding drink menu wasn't just a bunch well drinks and my guests were thirsty. Michael and his partner handled 200 guests with everything from custom drinks to martinis to old fashioneds. The drinks were a HUGE hit and my guests had a blast. Yes, there was a line, but Michael was making drinks at a feverish pace while keeping a great attitude and most importantly - my guests happy. During the wedding I had a number of people come of to me and tell me that our bartender was awesome. I plan to hire Behind the Glass Bartending for my next event, without a doubt.
I have now been to several events in which Behind the Glass Bartending was used. My initial expectation was for just the standard drinks to be made such as rum and cokes, and vodka and juice. Those expectations did not even scratch the surface of what our bartender, Michael Ng, was capable of. Creative and delicious drinks like jalapeno mojitos, and whiskey and ginger beer were suggested after I mentioned the types of drinks I generally like. The parties were a lot of fun and the drinks were super good!
Price Range: $175 and up
Gig Length: 240 - 720 minutes
Languages: English
Unions: Hilton Hotel
Bartending Services
- Bartending for all guests and family
- Personality, fun, and outstanding detail to customer service
- 2 delicious craft signature cocktails created and tested just for your event!
- 1 customized and printed cocktail menu just for your event
- Complete bar kit including mixing spoons, strainers, muddlers, metal speed pourers, spill mats, floor mats, cocktail shakers, mixing
glasses, wine openers, bar towels, cutting boards, knives, cocktail rimmers, and garnish trays.
- Consultation what/where to buy inventory
Behind the Glass Bartending is a boutique bartending company specializing in mixology and flair bartending. We are most well-known for the presentation and creativity behind our delicious, custom-crafted drinks. From small intimate events to large events in the hundreds, we put the utmost care into every detail so that your bar needs are not only met, but are exceeded beyond your expectations.
Since every client has a different set of needs, we strive to be flexible and we will try our best to work with your budget. Our company is made up from a diverse group of experienced bartenders with experience in fine-dining, the night club industry, and special events who are also all TIPS certified for the safe distribution and service of alcohol.
Should you need additional services outside bartending, our extensive contacts in the events industry can you provide you with other entertainment needs such as D.J.'s and caterers. Please visit our Facebook page: and website: for pictures, video, and more information about our exceptional approach to bartending. Contact us for a free consultation at or (424) ALKY-MXR .
We have everything that is needed to set up a bar area including a portable bar, bar floor mats, tubs, and tools. We will also create a personalized menu for your event and develop two custom craft cocktails to make your event exceptional.
Please take a look at the gallery to see pictures of some of the exquisite cocktails we have created as well as some of the events we have done.
Here's what some of our clients had to say:
"Thanks for bartending this year's event, as always, total pro and the guests loved the drinks and took info to hire you for their own events."
- Michael Frey
"I've seen Mike mixing it up at two parties and he did such a fantastic job, I'm asking him to bar tend at my wedding."
- Aaron Watanabe
"Best bartender ever!! thank you so so much"
- Alexa Romo
"You were much appreciated good sir! your service and attention to detail were top notch and your services will be recommended to any and everybody looking for an amazing bartender. Clean up afterwards was a HUGE added bonus! Good man!!"
- Kris Barreras
"Drinks were soooooo delish! Amazing bartender! Can I take him home?!?!"
- Laura Luu
"Michael went above and beyond expectations. His attention to service was terrific and he went to go get some more supplies at the store without being asked-even when I didn't listen to his suggestions the first time!"
- Vicki Giusti
" AWESOME! Michael is a really fun guy, creates amazing drinks, and provides excellent service."
- Brad Ho, CEO
"Good to see you and once again, awesome job! The drinks were delicious!"
- Deborah Reis
"Thanks again Mike. Your service and innovative drinks truly satisfied our guests. Gee and I are grateful that you and Adam were able to take our wedding to another level. Cheers!"
- Tuon and Gee Wedding
"Mike's the best! Good show, great drinks. Try the sour starburst!"
-Henry Young
"Always professional and Legit service!! The amazing creativity of the drink mixes is matched only by their deliciousness! Another great house party highlighted by Behind the Glass Bartending!!!"
-Matt Blanchette
"Wow this guy is amazing he's a one man army he flairs does amazing drinks wow entertains the guest wow what a guy wow somebody hire this guy wow."
-Greg Buckman
"Thanks BTG and Erin for helping to make Emjay's 40th birthday party great!"
Bartending Services
- Bartending for all guests and family
- 2 Signature Cocktails
- 1 Printed cocktail menu
- Complete Bar Kit including mixing spoons, strainers, muddlers, metal speed pourers, spill mats, floor mats, cocktail shakers, mixing
glasses, wine openers, bar towels, cutting boards, knives, cocktail rimmers, and garnish trays.
- Consultation what/where to buy inventory
| August 06, 2016 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| February 07, 2016 • 2:00pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
| October 10, 2015 • 6:30pm - 11:30pm | Holiday Party (Halloween) |
| September 26, 2015–September 27, 2015 • 7:00pm - 12:00am | House Party |
| August 30, 2015 • 3:30pm - 8:30pm | House Party |
| July 11, 2015 • 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Wedding Engagement |
| July 07, 2015 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
| June 14, 2015 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Bridal Shower |
| June 13, 2015 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| May 02, 2015–May 03, 2015 • 7:30pm - 1:00am | Birthday Party |
| August 09, 2014 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
| August 02, 2014–August 04, 2014 • 6:00pm - 12:00am | Birthday Party |
| July 05, 2014–July 06, 2014 • 7:00pm - 1:00am | Birthday Party |
| June 21, 2014–June 22, 2014 • 7:00pm - 3:00am | Birthday Party |
| June 21, 2014–June 22, 2014 • 4:00pm - 12:00am | Wedding Reception |
| June 07, 2014 • 1:30pm - 6:30pm | Baby Shower |
| March 08, 2014 • 6:00pm - 11:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| Andy Navarette | Bartender |
| Mikey Ng | Owner and Lead Bartender |
| Kim Gonzalez | Bartender |
| Greg Buckman | Bartender |
| Jesus | Bartender |
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