Throw it Back

Throwing it all around Michigan

5.0

Praised by couples for:

Drinks

Seasoned professional

Food quality and taste

Such a great bartending service! They were extremely helpful in the planning and made everything go so smoothly.

Annalise A.

5.0

Great service Bria kept up great

Jeff R.

5.0

Cara

OWNER

Typically responds within 24h

AWARD WINNER (2X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

Throw It Back is a woman-owned and operated mobile bartending service dedicated to creating unforgettable bar experiences. We offer two fully equipped mobile bars, several stylish portable bar options, and our signature Dirty Soda beverage service to bring something unique to any celebration. From weddings and private parties to corporate events and milestone celebrations, we work closely with each client to create a bar experience and custom menu tailored to their vision, style, and event. Our professional, knowledgeable team takes pride in exceptional service, attention to detail, and creating a seamless experience from start to finish. Throw It Back is fully insured, and our bartenders are TIPS certified, giving our clients confidence and peace of mind throughout the planning process. We take care of the details so you can relax, celebrate, and Throw It Back with your guests.

Woman-owned Business

5+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

Details

Bar & Drinks

Bartenders

Beer

Champagne

Liquor

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Signature Cocktails

Wine

Awards and Affiliations

2-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2025.

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Meet the team

Cara

Owner

My name is Cara, owner of Throw it Back! I bring over 20 years alone in the food and beverage industry. I won the bartender Olympics in 2009. I was voted Bartender of the year in 2010. I love to make custom cocktails and try new ideas and custom trends. We also own a Dirty Soda company all the fizz with the alcohol!! My commitment to quality, creativity and customer service has been the driving force behind our success. Not only will you receive one on one cocktail creations based on your preferences, I will be there for you every step of the way. When your special day comes all you need to do is .. Throw it back!

5.0

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48 reviews

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Throw It Back Mobile Bar provided attentive, professional, and friendly bartending with a charming mobile setup that matched decor. They were punctual, communicative, efficient even for large crowds, and offered helpful planning guidance and custom drink menus. Guests praised the drinks, upbeat staff energy, smooth service, and excellent value, recommending them for weddings and events.

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Annalise A

Such a great bartending service! They were extremely helpful in the planning and made everything go so smoothly.

Jeff R

Great service Bria kept up great

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Wendy T

We utilized Throw It Back Bar & Bartending Services for my son and daughter-in-law's outdoor wedding. They arrived on time, two hours before the wedding for setup and the trailer ...

was set up so cute with lights and signs. It fit in nicely with the decor of the wedding! The bartending staff were so friendly and welcoming with our guests and really helped to make the event special! I would most definitely recommend Throw it Back for anyone looking for excellent outdoor bartending services.

Alexa D

Cara & her team were amazing for my wedding day!! They provided more than we expected, and their energy and kindness were awesome. As a bride, I went right up to the bar for my fir...

st drink of the night and they had it out for me in seconds with a smile and good vibes. We got so many compliments on how gorgeous and fun their setup was. Throw It Back was a perfect addition to our day we would hire them again immediately for any other event! 10 stars!!

Jessica B

Don't hesitate to book them. They will walk you through everything, even if you don't know where to start. Knowledgeable, affordable and perfect for what we needed.

Callie K

From beginning to start, a positive experience! Communication was well received. The bartenders we had at our event were so amazing. They genuinely seemed to enjoy their time, danc...

ed, and engaged with the guests. Zero complaints!!

Natalie P

Not gonna lie, I really wanted a specific bartender vendor for my wedding but they were all booked. I did a lot of research and read a bunch of reviews and Throw it Back seemed l...

ike the best option! And I guess everything happens for a reason because I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to do one of the make important jobs at my wedding! Out of all my vendors, Cara was one of, if not thee most communicative and professional of them all! She didn’t have to wait for me to reach out to her, she stayed in the loop on her own. She is absolutely amazing. Alyssa and Bria were our bartenders and they absolutely killed it. They brought the good vibes and the worked SO hard. They were SO FAST!! We had two kegs and the Taps on the kegs were all messed up so it took extra arm strength to pump the keg. They took turns, one on the kegs and the other on the drinks. Whenever I saw them pumping the keg, it looked like a workout, literally sweating! Someone offered to pump it themselves but they were professional and told them thank u but legally they have to do it. They were so professional but yet so fun. Our crowd was crazy so they rly put in the work socially and physically. Thanks again Cara, Alyssa, and Bria. I really appreciate all of ur hard work and business! Love, the Sundt’s

Jerilyn S

Wow. You can tell these ladies know what they are doing, and love doing it. My husband & I booked them for our wedding of 190 guests, and they were a dream to work with. We are sti...

ll getting compliments from guests about how awesome the bar service and drinks were! They worked magic at our event and we truly cannot recommend them enough.

Pam M

This was one of the best decision we made for our event. Our bartender was on-time, very professional and extremely efficient. The communication before, during and after was amaz...

ing. I would 100% recommend this bartending service. The price was very reasonable and worth every penny!

Amy F

Throw it Back was easy to work with, straightforward about what is included and cost as well as quantity of alcohol needed for event. Owner was prompt in responding, fielded many ...

questions while being professional and friendly. Bria was an amazing server and did a fantastic job at our wedding. We would hightly recommend them for your event.

Nina M

Cara and her team at Throw it Back are the best!!! Personalized menu, amazing energy, quick service. A true delight that made our day so wonderful!!

CJ Z

We hired Cara for our wedding at Millennium Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and we would 1000% recommend her! She was SO professional, kind, fun, and helpful. She had a call with u...

s earlier in our planning process, and gave us recommendations on all aspects of having a bartender at our event. She even gave us a shopping list for alcohol based on what our guests would most likely drink, which was incredibly helpful! All our guests loved her, and we would hire her again in a heartbeat :)

Corbin M

Cara was amazing bartending our wedding. The drinks were cold and strong. Plus I never saw a line at the bar! She was great to work even before the wedding and helped with the menu...

and shopping list. I highly recommend!

Hurley

Very cool set up! Delicious cocktails. Award winning for a reason!

Hurley

Highly recommend! Very good service

Rose B

Loved everything about our service! Cara was amazing to work with! The bartenders were awesome! Highly recommend this company.

Shayna R

We could not have hired a better bar service for our big day! The two ladies that were working the bar were so kind and helpful. My husband and I were away doing photos during cock...

tail hour and they made sure we were still able to enjoy our signature drinks before the hour ended. The energy they brought made them feel like long time friends. I'm so thankful <3

T S

Very professional, everyone was very nice and they made great drinks!!!

ChaDorea R

The bartenders were very professional and knew how to mix drinks! They were efficient and fast as well.

Marc P

They were very professional

Kiesha P

Very professional and friendly!

David F

It was an adorable set up with amazing service and great drinks! The bartenders couldn't have been nicer... not to mention the complimentary cucumber and lemon water!

jakya s

the wagon was so pretty, and their customer service was top teir!

Alicia A

Pleasant, efficient, and professional. They had a very aesthetically pleasing set-up, and made good drinks. The bartenders were also very nice and personable.

Dashawn M

Cara and Alyssa provided such excellent services, displaying such a positive and outgoing attitude throughout the entire event. They have a beautiful presentation of the business a...

nd are clearly experienced at what they do. I will definitely be calling them myself when the time comes!!

Katie K

They were professional, friendly, and gracious. I also loved the idea for a mobile bar!

Brookelyn N

The people were fun, kind, and made great drinks quickly! It was super cute, I would recommend!

Michele K

This is an amazing company. Staff mixed the beverages to perfection and were super friendly. Their wagon for use at outdoor events is super cute and efficiently designed.

Domonique M

They were very professional and helpful when ordering drinks. The drinks themselves were delicious! And the Throw it back team was such a fun time and nice addition to the party.

Erica F

Throw it Back is an amazing addition to any party! The bartenders were so friendly, the drinks were delicious, and they did not skimp on alcohol portions! Their booth setup was rea...

lly adorable and they helped make the engagement party an enjoyable experience.

Makayla B

Absolutely fabulous bar service! They were incredibly attentive and on the ball with all requests

Misty S

Very professional , wonderful service!! Would definitely recommend!!

Anika W

Omg the service was everything we could have asked for!!! These ladies were such a highlight of the party! They elevated our engagement party in so many ways, starting with their...

phenomenal personalities! ❤️ They were so accommodating and calm in a high stressful situation!! As I was reflecting, I realized I never had to wait for a drink, nor did I have to ask for a drink remade!! Top tier service! Everyone was ranting and raving about the service and the drinks! Everyone had a great time! ❤️ Cara was very helpful and knowledgeable during consultations and worked with me to develop 2 signature drinks that were curated for our guest likes! There were only 2 lady's but they were very fast with their service and set up was gorgeous! Get the wagon!!

Ameena S

I really cannot say enough great things about Cara and her staff at Throw It Back! She made me feel like a friend rather than just another bride. I’ve very thankful and grateful I ...

chose them to celebrate my wedding day!

M E

The event was a beautiful experience.

Carley W

Such Personable staff, ontop of service , and made our wedding so much more fun. I wish I had more events to throw so I could hire Kara again with throw it back mobile bar! Definit...

ely recommending to all my engaged friends!

Alexa A

Throw it back mobile bar did our wedding and we can not recommend her enough! From the very beginning she was so helpful, offering suggestions and recommendations for drinks that w...

ould fit our wedding. The whole overall experience was wonderful. Especially the staff they were awesome and added so much fun to our wedding.

Lyndsay K

I honestly couldn't recommend Throw It Back Mobile Bar more!! They went above and beyond for our entire event. Not only were they great but they were so helpful, professional and ...

fun all at the same time. They made sure I understood all what was needed on my end and they came in with an amazing light up bar! Its so classy and fun. Don't hesitate booking them!!!

Valerie T

Look no further this is your bartending service! Very respectful responsive and reliable. We will only use Throw It Back going forward!

Alex E

Everyone loved the mobile bar. Super-friendly and helpful.

Amy D

Top shelf service and professionalism 🍻 Highly recommend Throw it Back for your next event!

Alexandria H

I cannot say enough amazing things about this team! The entire experience and set up was flawless!

Alyssa L

The throw it back staff was so much fun! Cara took the time to help me pick out the right package for my 250 guests and her expert knowledge made my celebration carefree. Will defi...

nitely be recommending to everyone I know that is getting married or having a party or celebration!

Lynn P

Cara was amazing! We contacted her to host a family gathering and exceeded all expectations. She brought in such a great unique experience that my family couldn’t stop talking abou...

t and the cocktails were even better. Highly recommend!

Dani F

Bartended my birthday party and it was a total vibe the whole time. I will always use throw it back for my events! Thank youuuu!!!

Charity T

Best bar service I have seen. I booked with Throw it Back for my Wedding reception. They let me make a custom drink for my guest to try. Super friendly and they where very professi...

onal.

David S

They were worth every penny! The bartenders kept everyone entertained throughout the evening and the drinks were on point. My wife and I still have guests talking about our recepti...

on. Throw it Back is the right move!

Jake E

10 out of 10 would recommend every time hopefully I don’t have to get married again, but if I do ever, I’ll definitely use this service

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