Mobile Bar FAQ – Los Angeles & Orange County

Social Pour offers a premium mobile bar rental experience featuring our vintage Piaggio Ape tap truck and Vespa sidecar mobile bar.

Our services include:

• Mobile bar unit (Stella or Vesbar)
• Certified professional bartenders
• Tap-based beverage service
• Setup and breakdown
• Customizable drink menus
• General and liquor liability insurance

We serve weddings, corporate events, brand activations, showers, private parties, and open houses throughout Southern California.

Due to California alcohol laws, Social Pour cannot sell or purchase alcohol directly.

We operate under a dry hire model, meaning:

You provide the alcohol.

We provide the mobile bar, staff, equipment, and insurance.

We’re happy to recommend trusted vendors and guide you through beverage quantities and selection.

For more details, see our Mobile Bar Permit Guide.

Yes. Social Pour carries comprehensive general liability and liquor liability insurance.

We provide certificates of insurance to venues upon request, and all bartenders are trained to serve responsibly in compliance with California regulations.

Pricing varies based on:

• Guest count
• Service duration
• Staffing requirements
• Venue logistics
• Travel distance
• Custom beverage menus

For starting rates and detailed breakdowns, visit our Mobile Bar Pricing page.

For a full guest-count pricing guide, read our Mobile Bar Cost Guide for Los Angeles.

Our tap systems can serve:

• Prosecco and sparkling wine
• Craft beer and cider
• Batched signature cocktails
• Mocktails
• Lemonade, iced tea, sodas, and more

If you have specific beverage requests, let us know and we’ll help you plan accordingly.

Stella (Piaggio Ape) requires a minimum 5-foot-wide entryway.

Vesbar requires a minimum 4.5-foot-wide entryway.

Both units require access to a standard 120V outlet.

For outdoor venues without power, we offer a quiet generator for an additional fee.

We coordinate directly with venues to confirm logistics before your event date.

Yes. A 50% deposit and signed contract are required to secure your event date.

The remaining balance is due 30 days before your event.

For events booked within 45 days of the event date, full payment is required at booking.

Cancellations made:

• 60 days or more before the event → full refund of deposit
• 31–59 days before the event → 50% refund of deposit
• Within 30 days of the event → deposit is non-refundable

Full details are outlined in your service agreement.

A 20% gratuity is added to each package price.

This ensures our professional bartending team is properly compensated without requiring separate tipping at your event.

Social Pour is based in Los Angeles and serves:

Los Angeles County
Orange County
Ventura County
Inland Empire

Events beyond 20 miles from Los Angeles may incur additional travel fees.

Contact us to confirm coverage for your venue.

We recommend booking 3–6 months in advance, especially during peak wedding and corporate event seasons in Los Angeles and Orange County.

Spring and fall dates book quickly.

Booking is simple:

1. Submit an inquiry through our contact form

2. Receive a customized quote

3. Review and sign your agreement

4. Submit deposit to secure your date

Start here to check availability for your event.