6 Mobile Bars in Pittsburgh, PA

At Party on Butler, we’re constantly looking for ways to elevate our parties with unique and memorable touches. One trendy party addition we’ve been noticing is mobile bars, small vehicles equipped with tap systems to serve your guests alcohol (or other drinks) in a unique way. Pittsburgh is lucky enough to have a wide variety of mobile bar options, and we’re happy to guide you through each one as well as give you some context and history to the trend. Let’s get started!

What are mobile bars?

Mobile bars are essentially fully functional bars that are portable and can be taken to any event or location. They are designed to be both stylish and functional, with a range of features and customizable options. These bars can be used for a variety of events, from weddings and corporate parties to music festivals and private parties. They can be booked by event planners, individuals, and businesses looking to add a unique touch to their event.

The mobile bar trend can be traced back to the 1960s when mobile catering vans were used to serve food and beverages at outdoor events. However, the trend really started to take off in the 2010s when event planners began looking for more innovative and unique ways to serve alcohol at events. Today, mobile bars have become a popular option for events of all kinds.

Mobile bars come in all shapes and sizes, with a range of features and customizable options. A typical mobile bar will come with everything you need to serve drinks, including a bar counter, sink, ice maker, beer taps, and refrigeration. Many mobile bars also come with a selection of glassware, cocktail shakers, and other bar tools. In addition, mobile bars can be customized with a range of options, from custom graphics and branding to specific drink menus and bartenders.

Pittsburgh Mobile Bars

In Pittsburgh, there are several companies that offer mobile bar services, each with its own unique offerings and customizable options. We’re excited to share with you 6 of them:

Cork and Bubble Machine

The Cork and Bubble Machine brings a vintage, European twist to Pittsburgh mobile bars. Shipped from the UK, this 3-wheeled Italian vehicle called a Piaggo Ape has been converted into an adorable drink-pouring machine. With a four-tap system, the machine is capable of pouring beer, wine, batch cocktails, prosecco – even coffee or soda!

Tipple Taps

Tipple Taps will bring a rustic yet charming feel to your event. Their “tipple fleet” includes The Little Red Truck, a 1925 Model T pickup truck, as well as two tap barrels and a tap bicycle. The truck has four taps and the barrels and bicycle each have two, all capable of serving beer, wine, sparkling wine, and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages.

Parched Pony

The Parched Pony is a 1971 pony trailer turned bar that’ll create a fun and classy experience for your guests. Their bar is capable of serving beer, wine, and specialty cocktails created by certified bartenders.

Pittsburgh Mobile Bars

Brought to you by the same team that organizes the Three Rivers Arts Festival and Picklesburgh, Pittsburgh Mobile Bars has converted five vintage vehicles into luxury mobile tap and bar solutions. Each vehicle varies in size and style, and they also offer custom add-ons like photobooths and balloons.

Tipsy Gypsy

Started by a couple with extensive experience in service and carpentry, The Tipsy Gypsy specializes in craft cocktails and custom woodwork. Their bartender will work with you to create a custom drink menu for your event, and they’ll even decorate the trailer to match your theme!

Clink ‘92

Originally a 1975 vintage horse trailer, Clink ‘92’s Magnolia trailer creates remarkable experiences for any type of celebration. Magnolia can be rented as the trailer only, with food and drink services, and even with additional services like jumbo yard games and slushie machines!

In conclusion, mobile bars are a great option for anyone looking to add a unique touch to their event. With the mobile bar trend continuing to grow, we can expect to see more of these portable bars at events across Pittsburgh and beyond.

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