We had an outdoor party in honor of a cookbook author. We have worked with IBarThat LLC before and will continue to do so. IBarThat LLC is exceptional! Founder, Reynaldo, and his team were amazing. Everyone raved about the cocktails. They are professional, easy to work with, personable, well organized, knowledgeable, and offer an array of packages. Highly recommend!!
Maggie M.
5.0
Rey & iBarThat team went absolutely above and beyond the call of duty. From the very start they helped plan out what we wanted the drink selection to look like. They helped curate the wine and liqueur served. They even went so far as to go to the venue the week before to scope out exactly what they would be working with. The drinks were incredible - the highest quality ingredients and mixers that provide a real luxury experience. If you have the option to hire your own bartenders - you would be amiss to hire anyone else.
Bayli M.
5.0
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Reynaldo Juarbe
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AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
I Bar That is a mobile wedding bartending service based in Melrose Park, IL, and founded by Reynaldo Juarbe. Reynaldo has always had a passion for the hospitality sector, and he and his team have over 20 years of combined experience working in fine dining and fast-paced, Michelin-starred restaurants. The whole team has taken bartending very seriously in their careers and can’t wait to elevate your events.
I Bar That is able to accommodate and customize any event you have throughout Illinois, from signature cocktails to the style of the drink menu or even the color of the bar. Our team has great hospitality and will be very happy to be part of your big day.
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Meet the team
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Gabriel Ballard Hanson
Lead Bartender
Crafting unforgettable cocktails with expert flair, Gabriel brings passion, professionalism, and personalized service to every event. From weddings to private parties, expect a seamless bar experience and drinks your guests will love. Let’s make your celebration truly special!
Reynaldo Juarbe
Owner
Reynaldo is the owner of I Bar That. He has worked in the restaurant industry since he was 14 and loved to elevate peoples experience, so he decided to bring that same experience to all of Illinois. He is so proud to own a business with such great hospitality for private and corporate events.
Devin Polk
Lead Bartender
Devin is a skilled mobile bartender dedicated to creating delicious, custom cocktails and providing top-notch service. Whether it’s a wedding or special event, expect flawless execution and a bar experience your guests won’t forget. Also with an amazing personality.
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IBarThat provided professional, personable bartending with stylish setups and delicious signature cocktails that guests loved. The team communicated well, helped plan drink menus and quantities, and worked smoothly with other vendors. Organized, flexible, and often going above and beyond, they come highly recommended for weddings and events.
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Tyler R
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5.0
Wedding 9/20/25: Everyone loved them! Service was quick and drinks were great. They work well with other vendors and answered all of my questions promptly and thoroughly — were a b...
ig help in estimating drink quantities and costs based on guest count and other factors. Above all, they were great to be around. Very positive crew, and they all got very into the wedding (meaning socializing with guests, making sure myself and the Bride were doing good, all while serving guests with no issues). To reiterate their positive and fun vibe, they were willing to work an extra hour if needed. Would recommend to anyone needing a bartender for weddings or any venue. The wedding was awesome, above and beyond service. Thank you Reynaldo!
Response from I Bar That
Hey guys! Thank you so much for the kind words and for having us be part of your big day! ...
We're thrilled to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the drinks and the service—our team had a blast celebrating with you all. We always strive to bring a positive vibe and make things as smooth and stress-free as possible, so it's great to know that came through. Wishing you both all the best in your new chapter together, and thank you again for the recommendation. Cheers to an unforgettable wedding day! 🥂 I was so happy to be apart of it and to meet you both, godbless.
— Reynaldo & the I Bar That Team
Maggie M
5.0
We had an outdoor party in honor of a cookbook author. We have worked with IBarThat LLC before and will continue to do so. IBarThat LLC is exceptional! Founder, Reynaldo, and his...
team were amazing. Everyone raved about the cocktails. They are professional, easy to work with, personable, well organized, knowledgeable, and offer an array of packages. Highly recommend!!
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Bayli M
5.0
Rey & iBarThat team went absolutely above and beyond the call of duty. From the very start they helped plan out what we wanted the drink selection to look like. They helped curate ...
the wine and liqueur served. They even went so far as to go to the venue the week before to scope out exactly what they would be working with. The drinks were incredible - the highest quality ingredients and mixers that provide a real luxury experience. If you have the option to hire your own bartenders - you would be amiss to hire anyone else.
Angela’s S
5.0
Bar That was outstanding. The drinks were outstanding. The signature cocktails were fresh and tasted amazing. The service was quick and the bartenders were fun and personable. I wo...
uld highly recommend!
Rich H
5.0
Reynaldo and his team are the best. So profesional, fun, and flexible. We highly recommend.
tim s
5.0
We held an outdoor party in Barrington on June 13th and hired IBar. They were fantastic! They arrived on time, fully prepared, and stayed in communication with us before and throug...
hout the event.
The specialty drinks they made were a huge hit with our guests. Reynaldo was especially great—very personable, professional, and attentive to everyone.
If you're planning a party or wedding and need a bartender or bartenders, I highly recommend IBar. They helped make our event a success!
Quinn C
5.0
They brought their bar to my wedding!
Communication was good during the whole planning process.
They helped us choose some great specialty drinks for the evening!
Everyone really e...
njoyed talking to the bar crew-- a group of fun guys with good vibes.
They were fun, professional, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a great bartending service!
Daylin S
5.0
Reynaldo and his crew were so wonderful - not only manning the bar and serving, but stepping in to clean up and help anywhere we needed them without us having to ask! Very good com...
munication and would recommend to anyone looking to hire a bar service for their wedding
Rossella P
5.0
I can’t thank IBarThat enough for the incredible job they did at my father’s wedding. From start to finish, they made everything seamless. The setup was beautiful and professional,...
and they truly went above and beyond to create the perfect atmosphere. What stood out most, though, was how wonderful the team was to work with. Not only were they attentive and efficient, but they were also kind, personable, and genuinely made the celebration even more enjoyable. The guests loved the cocktails, and the service was incredible. I highly recommend - they made my father’s special day even more unforgettable.
Response from I Bar That
Hey Rossella, it was an honor being a part of your father's big day. I'm truly grateful to...
have met you guys, and I'm glad I Bar That was able to make this event unforgettable. We had an amazing time being there and hope the best for you all, God bless.
- I Bar That
Antonio P
5.0
Reynaldo and team were wonderful, and extremely supportive. I’m happy for him to have been a part of the venue.
Response from I Bar That
Thank you for the kind review! I Bar That was so grateful to have been part of your experi...
ence. We’re glad we could support you. God bless you.
Richard K
5.0
It was all smooth! Had a private wedding in our house with 50 people and people loved the fact we had a bartender at home!
I didn’t have to worry about them all night they did th...
eir thing and it was all great :)
Owner was also so easy to talk to!
Response from I Bar That
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that having our mobile bar at...
your home wedding added that special touch. It was such a pleasure being part of your celebration, and we’re glad you could just relax and enjoy your night — that’s exactly what we’re here for! Wishing you both all the best in this next chapter 💍✨ Cheers!
Camilla S
5.0
Amazing service! The drinks and setup were perfect, highly recommend!
So happy we got to meet Renaldo and his team!
Response from I Bar That
Thank you so much! We’re so glad you loved the setup and drinks — it means a lot to hear t...
hat. Reynaldo and the team had an awesome time serving you and your guests! We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to be part of another celebration with you in the future. Cheers! 🍹🎉
Angel A
5.0
Booking I Bar That was a fantastic decision for our event! The bartenders were professional, skilled, and engaging, crafting delicious drinks with great attention to detail. The se...
tup was stylish and efficient, and they accommodated our preferences seamlessly. The Signature Old Fashioned was a hit! We’d absolutely hire them again the quality and vibe were spot-on!
Response from I Bar That
Wow — thank you so much for this amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your ...
guests enjoyed the experience, especially the Signature Old Fashioned (a crowd favorite for a reason! 🥃). Our team takes pride in creating a great vibe with top-notch service, so it means a lot to know it hit the mark. We'd absolutely love to serve you again — here's to many more great events ahead! 🍸✨
Amaris
5.0
We Hired I Bar That for our wedding, and it was amazing! so professional, and made sure everything went smooth, the bars were so beautiful too! We got so many compliments about the...
bar service and highly recommend for any event, thank you Reynaldo and his team, everything was great.
Response from I Bar That
Thank you so much for the kind words and for having us be part of your big day! It was an ...
absolute honor to serve you and your guests — we're so glad everything ran smoothly and that the bar setup was a hit. Reynaldo and the team truly enjoyed being part of such a beautiful celebration. Wishing you a lifetime of love, laughter, and great cocktails! 💍🍾❤️
Michael H
5.0
I Hired I Bar That for my brother's wedding at the beginning of the year, they were so easy to work with and responded right away, I was also a little picky about the small details...
and he made sure it was all perfect, we had a whiskey sour on our drink menu and was amazing, he even made us margaritas when they weren't on our menu and even made specialty shots, it was great having a bartender that knew what they where doing! Thank you again I Bar That.
Response from I Bar That
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was an honor to be part of your brother’s big day...
, and I’m glad you enjoyed the drinks (and those surprise margaritas!). Wishing you and your family all the best!
