Throwing 30th bday a party w/friends, want to find a "traveling bar" to serve drinks and come w/liquor. Help?

Question

It will be held in NYC and probably in a loft for the evening. We're looking at 150-200 guests. We'd like to have a fully stocked bar and will not be serving food, though light hors d'oeuvres may be an option.

Thanks

Answer 1

You need some independent bartenders. Go to a party (like an art gallery opening) and speak quietly & privately to the bartenders. They will know what to do.

Answer 2

I don't know about NYC, but where I'm from, you apply for a liquor license and buy your own booze.  Then, you hire out bartenders and serving staff.  With the liquor license, you can return any unopened bottles.

I'm sure there are catering companies that do this sort of thing.