1-800-BARTEND

I want to start off with how helpful and accommodating Rob was on the phone when I first called to Inquire about the courses. I had bought a groupon a few years ago but never used it and he told me it was still good to use and even offered me a generous discount on the full course. I'm super grateful he did this for me because I came to learn a lot in this 8 days of training. On my First day I met Diego who is the instructor for the Queens location. At first I wasnt so sure how necessary the full course would be but as he went on with a different lesson each day I realized the amount of information I would have missed out on. Diego is great at teaching and making sure to share the acronyms he used himself to remember the cocktail ingredients. Class doesn't start until everyone arrives so in the meantime he encouraged the early students to go behind the bar and practice the previous lessons. Diego is thorough with his delivery on the days lesson, and if we needed him to demonstrate a cocktail again he didn't hesitate. At the end of the course a test is given in which you'll be making 10 cocktails in 4min. The good thing is Diego tells you which cocktails will be on the test so you have the advantage of practicing your speed beforehand. He gives you the necessary tips and tricks to make sure you pass with flying colors. Over all I learned a lot from taking this course and had a lot of fun doing so too. Thank you Rob and Diego for giving me that extra boost of confidence that I can now apply behind a real bar :) More...

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I absolutely loved my experience at this school. Jerry was a fantastic teacher! I learned so much so fast!

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Jerry is an amazing instructor! He teaches you different ways of remembering drinks, ways to make things easier while making more than one drink, and how to be a great bartender by knowing bar customer service well. Glad I made the decision to do the 8-day class; it makes a difference. The two-time guest bartending is worth it, BRING PEOPLE TO SERVE. He also goes over beer, wine, all the types of spirits and liquors. He’s full of knowledge and stories. I’m confident to start working at a bar after taking his class. Do it!! More...

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I thought it was a great idea to have a real experience behind the bar with the instructors assistance, in that real setting. All in all had a wonderful time and with time and practice I can't wait to pass class work this summer. More...

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I attended 1800 bartend and had The privilege to learn from a professor named Diego. He broke everything down in to easy steps that made me more comfortable from holding the bottle correctly to counting out my pour. He would teach a lesson in the beginning of class and then break everything down so it would be easier to remember. Diego was so passionate about that he does no matter how many questions we asked he always took the time to answer everything and go over what we needed help on. In one of his lessons he explained that bartending is 25% knowing the ingredients that goes into a cocktail but most importantly 75% of bartending is your personality how you interact with Customers and that stuck to me. Now as I work in a bar I completely understand what he ment by that. If you are thinking about getting into this business look no where else you will not regret taking Diego's class. And when you do take his class take in everything this man says it will come In handy. He teaches you thing that you will actually use while you work he doesnt waste your time teaching things that you will never in counter in a real working environment. Also once a week you will actually go a bar and work which is great because you get experience which you can use when you apply to a bartender position in the future. More...

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For anyone looking to get experience/ an understanding this is the place to go. Amazing atmosphere and Jerry is top quality instructor. The 8 day course has taught me more than enough to feel comfortable going behind a real bar and I can’t wait to get started More...

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I absolutely recommend this class! I loved it! It was way better than expected and the class was easy and worth the money. Jerry was such a great instructor. I learned a lot in two weeks. It was definitely a great learning experience! More...

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This class was so fun! Diego was an awesome teacher, can't wait to guest bartend along side him and the other classmates. He really taught us great techniques . I have recommended this class to others. More...

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I recently completed the Refresher Course at 1800Bartend. The class went well and the instructor was very informative, provided examples of certain topics discussed. Glad I completed the course here!

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Amazing, detailed and hands-on classes. Wonderful instructor with 30+ years experience that never made me feel silly for not knowing something, but taught me the right way to do it, while learning valuable lessons. Worth every penny. Thank you Jerry! More...

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I've never thought bartending class would be so much fun!! It was comfortable. The place was easy to find. My Instructor was the BEST! ! He was straight forward and explained everything thoroughly. I would recommend my anyone to there!! More...

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I have Kevin as a bartending instructor who is nice and Informative and the course is just amazing! You learn the basic set up and then learn all sorts of basic and common drinks you would typically see in bars. Make sure to bring a notebook and a pen or pencil because there's no way you can remember all of it. More...

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For me, the best aspect of 1-800-BARTEND was the non intimidating setting in which to learn. Im looking for another way to make some cash this summer and the instructor made it easy and fun to learn. I had no experience and they didn't seem to mind. I now have the knowledge and confidence to get a summer gig and it's thanks 100% to 1-800-BARTEND. More...

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Great place!! Really fun and the staff is very attentive!! I would definitely be back soon!!!

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1-800-BARTEND was an amazing expierence. They are very patient with you during the class & know how to make it fun. Even after you finish the class they will call or text you to see how you are doing. Definitely great services from the workers. Thank You For Everything. More...

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Best in the business.
Highly knowledgeable teachers, friendly environment, very helpful in referring you to jobs and opportunities. If you’re looking to learn skills and find a job in this field this program is worth your time. More...

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Had a fantastic learning experience was very fun and not too difficult.i would definitely recommend coming here.Diego was a excellent instructor.

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I had already been bartending for a while but I wanted to see how much more there was for me to learn. When I came to this school I was surprised with how much I learned. All of the instructors are awesome as well and are more than happy to work with you. More...

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Rob helped me set up my class by phone on Friday and I was in class by Monday evening! If you have the opportunity to be trained by Jamilah then you're on your way! Thank you guys!

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It was so much fun during the class! And you really learn a lot during 16hour class! Great start if you wanna be a bartender. Thanks to the teacher who made my experience awesome More...

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Teacher was extremely knowledgeable and made the experience truly easy. The class was very "hands-on" so information was easy to retain. The on job class was also great experience and atmosphere was calming with great food as a bonus. More...

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Pretty happy with the course. Certainly worth the price. Like the previous person mentioned; finding work is still tough even with the course. I was able to find p/t work at a catering hall nearby plus I even landed a few private gigs, so I'm happy. I also did get a few leads from the job placement service but I choose not to pursue them. I give 4-starts because the place could be cleaner and some of the bottles were missing labels so it was hard (for a beginner) to grasp a few things. The people are nice and the course is fun. Worse case; you'll learn the proper way to make drinks for your guests. I would take it again and I would recommend it if you need to learn how to bartend. More...

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The 40 hr class is very informative . Very helpful in recipes and preparations from mixed drinks to shots and everything in between. Chris is an amazing teacher and very helpful and knowledgeable. The class was alot cheaper then what i would have imagined! Anyone who is interested in the field of bar tending i highly recommend this school to you! More...

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1800bartend is a great school and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to become a bartender. The classes are extremely informative, and by working hands on behind the bar you gain confidence by the time the class session comes to an end. All the instructors have so much experience. They are supportive and are willing to help every student out in areas they are struggling. Overall, this is a great class and you will much more than you ever thought would be possible. More...

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Great school! I've been around the bar scene in many different facets for a long time but taking the 40 hour course really helped hone my skills and make me more confident behind the bar! Friendly, knowledgeable staff that know how to make learning fun. This course will help any person of any skill level become the bartender they would strive to be! I highly recommend! More...

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Highly recommend this place! Great hands-on experience on what it's like behind the bar, tips and tricks on how to make your drinks even better, and facts that every bartender should know. The instructors really know their stuff and can/will answer any question you throw at them. It was a wonderful experience - wish I could do it again! More...

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