Always a hit
The Classics
Timeless cocktails everyone knows and loves. Zero surprises — just perfectly made standards.
- Old Fashioned
- Negroni
- Aperol Spritz
- Moscow Mule
- Gin & Tonic
- Vodka Martini
What Are We
Celebrating?
NYC's AI-powered open bar for birthdays, engagement parties, and private celebrations. Bartenders, machines, spirits, setup & cleanup — all in one flat rate. From $50 per person.
Open bar · 3–5 hours · All-inclusive from $50/person
Simple Process
How It Works
From first message to final cocktail — we handle every detail so you don't have to.
1
Tell Us About Your Event
Fill out our 2-minute wizard. We build a personalized quote with staffing plan, machine setup, and cocktail menu within one business day.
2
We Handle Everything
AI machines, premium spirits, professional bartenders, glassware, ice, and setup crew delivered to your venue. Every logistical detail coordinated by us.
3
Show Up and Celebrate
Walk in to a fully operational bar. We run the entire event — service, replenishment, everything — and leave without a trace.
Event Types
The Events We Specialize In
From milestone birthdays to BYOB venue events — here's what we do best and why Barsys fits each one.
Most Popular
Milestone Birthday Parties
40th, 50th, 60th — these are the nights that deserve something real. An AI cocktail machine, professional bartenders, and unlimited drinks for your guests. From $50/person with a $1,500 minimum.
High Demand
Engagement Parties
The couple is in celebration mode, guests are in a generous mood, and the AI machine becomes the centerpiece of the night. Our most photographed private event type. Starts at $65/person.
Corporate
Corporate Milestones & Retirements
Company anniversaries, retirement send-offs, product launches, and major team wins. Same infrastructure as our corporate happy hour service — scaled for a personal milestone.
Best Fit
BYOB Venue Events
Raw lofts, event spaces, and rooftops that allow outside bar service are our sweet spot. We become your venue's bar operation — fully managed, fully branded to your event. From $55/person.
Seasonal
Holiday & Graduation Parties
Year-end celebrations, graduation send-offs, and seasonal gatherings where the bar is the main event. Seasonal cocktail menus available. Classic package from $50/person.
Intimate
Baby Showers & Private Dinners
Smaller celebrations with elevated expectations. Our machines produce both cocktails and premium mocktails — so every guest at the table has something worth photographing.
The Technology
Your Bar, Upgraded by AI.
Our AI cocktail machines don't just serve drinks — they're the moment that defines your event. No birthday party or engagement party in NYC has one. That's the point.
Per cocktail
5s
Faster than any human bartender can build a drink — no waiting, no lines.
Pour precision
2ml
Every cocktail is measured to within 2ml — same drink, every time, all night.
Consistency
100%
First drink of the night tastes identical to the last. No tired bartender, no variance.
The machine is also the social moment — guests interact with it, photograph it, and post it. It's organic content for your event without hiring a photographer.
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From Real Events
Real Parties. Real Moments.
Not stock photos. Not studio renders. These are actual Barsys events — shot at the party, not after it. We were a little busy making sure everyone's drink was perfect.
Private party · Manhattan loft
Bartender + AI, side by side
Themed setup · Galentine's event
200+ guest cocktail hour
Open bar in action
Transparent Pricing
What Does a Private Event Cost?
All packages include the AI cocktail machine, professional bartenders, spirits, glassware, ice, setup, and cleanup — 3-hour open bar. $1,500 event minimum.
Step 1 of 5
Choose your package
All three tiers include the same AI machine, bartenders, spirits, glassware, ice, and full setup. The tier determines cocktail depth and spirit quality.
Essential
$50/pp
- Barsys AI cocktail machine
- Unlimited open bar · 3 hrs
- Professional bartenders
- Premium spirits & mixers
- Glassware, ice & garnishes
- Full setup & cleanup
Best value
Most Popular
Signature
$70/pp
- Everything in Essential
- Custom cocktail menu for your event
- Upgraded spirit selection
- Event-themed mixlists
- Priority booking & planning call
Prestige
$200/pp
- Everything in Signature
- Top-shelf & rare spirits
- Dedicated event coordinator
- Custom cocktail branding
- Extended 4-hour service
- White-glove concierge
White glove
What are we celebrating?
This helps us tailor your cocktail menu, staffing plan, and setup to your occasion.
How many guests?
We size the bar team and machine setup to your headcount. Minimum 25 guests — though at $50/pp (Essential), the $1,500 event minimum means 30 guests in practice. Signature and Prestige reach $1,500 with fewer.
When & where is your event?
We check availability for your date and confirm within 24 hours. Not sure yet? Leave the date blank and we'll reach out to find the right time.
Almost there — last step
Share your details and we'll send a personalized quote with pricing, staffing plan, and cocktail menu within one business day.
No commitment. No credit card. Quote within 24 hours.
Your quote request is in.
We've received your event details and will send a personalized quote — pricing, staffing plan, and cocktail menu — within one business day.
Questions in the meantime? Email us at fareed@barsys.com
200+ NYC Events & Counting
Real Events. Real Results.
We've produced over 200 NYC events — corporate and personal. Here's what hosts and guests say.
Featured In & Trusted By
4.7★ on Google · 144 reviews
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★★★★★
Verified Review
"My 40th birthday had 65 people and not a single person waited more than 60 seconds for a drink. The AI machine was all anyone talked about for weeks after. Barsys made me look like the best host ever."
Jessica M.
40th Birthday · Brooklyn Loft · 65 Guests
★★★★★
Verified Review
"We hired Barsys for our engagement party at a DUMBO rooftop and it was hands down the highlight of the night. Custom cocktails with our names on the menu, zero hassle for us. Everyone is still asking how we found them."
Priya & Daniel K.
Engagement Party · DUMBO Rooftop · 55 Guests
★★★★★
Verified Review
"I've hired bartenders before and it's always a logistical nightmare — buying the alcohol, finding glassware, setting up, cleaning up. Barsys is one call and it's done. Worth every penny for the peace of mind alone."
Marcus T.
50th Birthday · Midtown Penthouse · 80 Guests
Compare Your Options
Barsys vs. the Alternatives
There are three ways to do bar service at a private event. Here's an honest look at all of them.
| Barsys AI-Powered | Hire a Bartender DIY approach | Venue / Caterer Bar Built-in option | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat all-inclusive price |
$50–$70/pp everything included |
$300–800 labor + alcohol cost + rentals |
$45–80/pp + 18–22% service charge |
| Premium spirits included | ✓ |
✗ You buy the alcohol |
~ Usually well brands only |
| AI cocktail machine |
✓ 4-second cocktails |
✗ | ✗ |
| Custom cocktail menu | ✓ |
~ Depends on skill |
✗ Generic menu only |
| Setup & full cleanup | ✓ |
✗ You handle it |
✓ |
| Glassware, ice & mixers | ✓ |
✗ Rent separately |
✓ |
| Social media moment |
✓ The AI machine |
✗ | ✗ |
Get a Private Event Quote
No commitment. Response within 2 hours on business days.
Real Event Breakdown
What a 58-Person Engagement Party Actually Looked Like
Every detail, every cost, every decision — so you know exactly what to expect when you book.
Event at a Glance
Event type
Engagement Party
Venue
Raw loft — DUMBO, Brooklyn
Guests
58 people
Package
Signature — $70/pp
Duration
4 hours open bar
Cocktail menu
The Celebration
Total cost
$4,060 all-in
What Was Included
- ✓ 2 Barsys AI cocktail machines
- ✓ 3 professional bartenders, 4 hours
- ✓ Premium spirits: vodka, gin, rum, tequila, bourbon
- ✓ Custom "The Celebration" cocktail menu
- ✓ Glassware, ice, all mixers & garnishes
- ✓ 90-min setup before guests arrived
- ✓ Full teardown & cleanup after
Day-of Timeline
- 4:00 PM Barsys crew arrives for load-in & setup
- 5:30 PM Full bar operational, machines calibrated
- 6:00 PM Doors open — guests start flowing
- 10:00 PM Bar closes, crew begins teardown
- 11:00 PM Space returned — spotless
Your event will look exactly like this — tailored to your guest count, venue, and cocktail menu.
Plan My Event
FAQs
Private Events FAQ
Common questions from people planning their first Barsys private event.
Yes. Milestone birthdays (40th, 50th, 60th) are one of our most popular private events. You bring the guests, we bring the open bar — AI cocktail machines, professional bartenders, all spirits, glassware, ice, setup, and cleanup. From $50 per person with a $1,500 minimum.
Absolutely. Engagement parties are one of our most popular private events. Guests are in a celebratory mood, the AI machine creates an unforgettable moment, and our team handles every detail so you can enjoy the night. Most engagement party bookings start at $65/person for 30+ guests.
We work best at BYOB event lofts, private residences, rooftops, and raw event spaces that allow outside bar service. If your venue has its own liquor license, reach out and we'll help figure out the best approach for your event.
Our Classic package starts at $50 per person with a $1,500 event minimum. A 50-person birthday party is $2,500 all-inclusive — spirits, AI machines, professional bartenders, glassware, ice, setup, and cleanup. No hidden fees, no separate labor charges.
A regular bartender-for-hire shows up with skills — but you're still buying the alcohol, renting equipment, sourcing glassware, and managing the cleanup. Barsys is fully managed: we bring AI cocktail machines, premium spirits, professional bartenders, glassware, ice, mixers, setup crew, and handle cleanup. One price. Zero logistics.