28th Birthday Party Bar Crawl Between Gin Mill and Jakes Dilemma

Hello,

The party was a great success, everyone had  a great time.  The staff was awesome and I appreciated the call from Heather the manager to make sure there were no last minute requests.  The birthday boy also got his bracelet for free.  Planning was a total breeze thanks to Eat, Drink and Be Merry.  This was my first experience planning a party and you can be sure that I will be using your services again next time.  Thanks so much for a totally memorable night!

29th Birthday Party at The Gin Mill

The party went GREAT! You girls are awesome to work with. Your recommendation was right on target. The Gin Mill was the perfect spot for my boyfriend’s 29th birthday. I was almost not let in bc the bouncer said I didn’t look like the person in my ID, but that’s ok! Haha.I will definitely recommend you to anyone looking to book an open bar party in the city. Thank you again!

Shipping Out Party at The Gin Mill

The party was great! A good time had by all–I liked that there was a sign
on the door telling everyone where to go. Everything went off without a
hitch, and our server was especially noteworthy ( I wish I remembered her
name, but she got us our drinks quickly and always correctly in a very busy
bar!) No complaints here!
ANG

Corporate Work Gathering at the Speakeasy

All,

The party went very well- food and drinks were plentiful and the room

was set up perfectly. I would also like to point out the superb

treatment we received from Eric, our bartender.

Best,

Robert

Wicked Pub Crawl Bachelor Party

Girls,
We really appreciate everything that was done.  Thanks a lot to Kate and the rest of the crew for making things go smoothly!  We had a blast and would gladly use the service again!  Thanks again!  - Greg

21st Birthday Party at The Gin Mill

Hey,

First of all I just wanted to say thank you so much for setting up such an amazing night. Me and all my friends had a blast, the bartenders were great, the security was friendly, and we all felt so welcome (even when we got really loud). I can’t wait to see the rest of the bar’s that you associate with, because I don’t think the night could have gone better. Thank you so much! And in the future, any time I need to plan a party in the city, you will be the first I call.

Neil

Wicked Pub Crawl Bachelor Party

We had a great time, especially the bachelor!

The manager at The Stumble Inn ran things very smoothly.

The food was very good and drink service was quick. I thought he and his staff did a great job. I would definitely recommend.

Only regret was that we made it to just 3 out of the 5 bars. Everyone was having a blast at The Gin Mill that we lost track of time.

Thanks for a great night,

Steve

After Softball Party at The Speakeasy

Hi Girls,

Thanks again for all of your help in making the PwC After Softball party a success.  We have done many events with you in the past at your other venues and it is always a pleasure doing business with you.  All of you girls were very helpful in organizing the party and it was also very easy to get in touch with you.  Special thanks to Eric the bartender who put in special effort on the day of our event by ensuring that everything was running smoothly.  More importantly, that the partners were having a good time as well.  We will be in touch for the next upcoming PwC event.

Kind Regards,

Ashley Baiter

Post Wedding Party in The Speakeasy

Hello,

Sorry for taking so long to get back to you, with the wedding (and of course honeymoon), it has taken us some time to get around to all of our thank yous.

We were very pleased with all aspects of the party.   The venue was perfect, the food was good, and the drink was plentiful.   We received many compliments from our guests, and a good and memorable time was had by all.

However, the successful party wasn’t just the result of good food and a well-decorated space, it was the service that really made the difference.

The entire staff of Eat, Drink & Be Merry and the Gin Mill deserves some credit, however some people need to personally recognized.

First of all, Niki did an outstanding job organizing the event.  She accommodated our every request (and there were a lot of them) and she assisted us with every step of the planning.   She reviewed our food and drink orders and made sure that we were getting the best deal for our money.

Eric the bartender was on top of things all night.   Service at the bar was fast and friendly, and he even doubled as our “DJ” helping us out with the iPod and sound system.

And finally, Heather, our party planner, made sure everything came together.  She had the room set up exactly as we requested, was attentive throughout the night, and made sure everything went off without a hitch.  She really went the extra mile, literally.  At the end of the night she helped us carry our bags and other belongings back to the hotel room.

We were very pleased with the service provided by Eat, Drink & Be Merry and the party hosted by the Gin Mill (Speakeasy Room).  We would definitely recommend this service to a friend, and will keep them in mind for future parties.

Thank you for making our wedding after-party such a memorable event.

Christina and Matt

30th Birthday Party at The Speakeasy

Hello all!

Rian’s 30th birthday party was a complete success! The staff at The Speakeasy, especially Eric and Heather, were fantastic. Heather worked tirelessly to make sure the party ran smoothly and without a hiccup! I brought a DVD slideshow that wasn’t working on the TVs.  I was so disappointed because I spent so much time putting it together.  Heather, Eric and another staff member who was working upstairs at the Gin Mill worked with us until the problem was solved and the slideshow was running on at least one of the screens.  I was so happy because the slide show was a hit with everyone there!  I will definitely use your services again!

Thanks,

Destiny

Fundraiser in The Speakeasy

Hello,

 

Thank you for the follow-up email.  The party was a huge success!  My friends and co-workers raved about it for a few days.  Eric and Zach were the perfect bartender and bar-back duo.  I wouldn’t have changed a thing.

 

Thank you,

Katie

 

After Softball Party in The Speakeasy

Hello,

 I just realized I hadn’t responded to this email. We had a very, VERY, positive experience with the event that you put on for us at Gin Mill.  Everything ran smoothly, which began and ended with your staff.  The on site supervisor was extremely kind, willing to help and adapt to any request that we had. The Gin Mill staff, particularly the bartender, was very nice as well, interested in our well being and he seemed to really want us to have a good time.  I received numerous emails from co-workers saying how much fun they had.  I even got an email from a VP of another division at Fox, wishing to have her group involved in the next event.  I think the only minor discrepancy we had with the night was that some people wanted to pay just for the all you can drink, rather than the all you can drink and eat.  I know that this is almost impossible to police, but if there were some way to do so, I think it would be a big hit.  I think the greatest aspect of the night was being able to play our own music (which inevitably led to several sing along’s). I think this is even something that you may be inclined to market towards potential group outings.  I think it’s a very underrated bonus, I can’t think of many other venues where you are allowed to do this.  It’s surprising how much music can sometimes make or break a night.

 With all this being said, I’m in discussions with co-workers to have another event at the Gin Mill, this time with probably a larger group, hopefully needling towards 50 people.  Do you have availability in late June/July?  Please let me know when you get a chance.  Thanks!

 Sincerely,

Ross Moulton

 

Surprise Party in The Speakeasy

 Hi guys,

Sorry for the delayed response. Just wanted to let you know we had a great time.  Thought everything worked very well and the event was well organized. Everyone at the Gin Mill was very helpful and there was no need to spend any time doing anything other than enjoying the night.  Thanks again.

Regards,

Jim D.

End Of The School Year Party at The Gin Mill

 

Dear Eat, Drink & Be Merry,

 

Sorry about my delayed response – it was a busy Memorial Day!  As concerns the party, I have to say the party was a smash hit all around.  Everyone had a wonderful time, the wrist bands worked perfectly, and the bouncer was very good at keeping track of who was there, who didn’t show, etc, and checked with me when he thought he’d missed someone.  The bartenders were great, and very friendly, which can be quite a feat with an open bar (we did our best to tip, but still – bartenders can be aloof if they feel like they’re not going to make a buck, but these guys were great).  Not a single complaint – everyone had a wonderful time!

 

Thanks for all your help, I look forward to working with you all in the future!

 

Thanks again,

 

Halley

Wicked Pub Crawl starting at The Gin Mill

Hi ED&BM!

 

From start to finish our party was a fabulous success!  Thank you very much for the ease and simplicity afforded to us as we planned a fantastic event!  Christine and Kate were quick to respond to any questions i had, or to provide more information and a contract.  They followed up after every step, and really made me feel reassured and taken care of throughout the process.  They have friendly and enthusiastic customer service skills that should be commended!

 

Every guest was impressed by the unbeatable all-inclusive price and all access pass, along with everything that it covered! We felt like royalty as managers took a genuine interest in our enthusiasm and happiness that night!  From the personalized sign in the front window of The Gin Mill to the personal phone calls made the day before, The Gin Mill’s manager was a pleasure to work with! We were astonished by the dependable, good-natured and quick customer service all evening as well! The food was terrific and the drinks were a plenty! No one had an empty glass or a dry lip! 

 

Our limo driver was friendly and responsible. He was always waiting right outside when we were ready to move on… or finally go home.  He was so patient and helpful with our technologically-challenged bridesmaids who insisted on controlling the music that night as well!  The limo was spacious and clean, and a really entertaining memorable part of the party!

 

All of the bars were well-maintained with a welcoming and fun atmosphere.  The lively crowd was never overwhelming or intimidating as we easily mingled with everyone at each establishment!  Traveling in the city can be a tricky venture, but with the courteous staff at each venue we were able to navigate easily and feel comfortable everywhere we went.  Every bar on the pub crawl route was a great  venue for a group gathering, as we coud easily congregate together or spread out and not feel like we would get lost from the group.

 

Additionally, i am so thankful for the attentiveness given to my food allergies when planning our dinner.  I was amazed by the flexiblity of everyone involved and how accommodating The Gin Mill was in regards to my dining options.  As a reult of my food allergies, i am often left out of many dining experiences… but the manager, Heather, at The Gin Mill wouldn’t let me miss one thing! She was absolutely fabulous!

 

The following day, many of the guests wrote or called to tell me of their fantastic evening! The guest-of-honor, who is really hard to please. said she had an amazing night!!!  We have many wonderful memories as a result of planning our event through you!  This was the second pub crawl event I have planned with ED & BM and each event was truly a success!  I have never been disappointed with your services.

 

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!

 

I hope to work with you again sometime in the future (I have two more sisters who need to be married!!!)

 

With the most sincere appreciation-

 

stephanie gallo

 

 

Fundraiser at The Gin Mill

 

Everything went very well.  Thank you for helping us pull our event off on such short notice.

- Michelle C.

 

Engagement Party at The Speakeasy

 

Thank you so much ladies! You were all a great help to us, and made the planning very easy!  Mike and I had an unforgettable engagement party, and all of our friends really enjoyed themselves.  Eric, our bartender, was exceptionally wonderful to Mike, myself, and all of our guests!  We do thank him for a great evening. Mike now thinks we should makes this an annual event.

Your conducive recommendations for the space, the food, and the bar were perfect!

Thank you again!

Sincerely, 

Soon to be Mr. and Mrs. Gismondi 

Fundraiser at The Gin Mill

 

Hello!  

My party was a definite success; thanks for asking!   This is the second time I have gone through Eat, Drink, and Be Merry for a charity event and I am happy to admit that it will not be the last!   The four of you are always so nice when I call with questions about the contract and any of you can easily pick up where another one may have left off which proves to me how organized you all are…you also don’t get annoyed when I call three times a day! =)  You were able to work with me until I found the perfect drink special, starting time, event duration, food options, etc. and I truly appreciate your flexibility.   Not only did you make things extremely easy, but the minute after we signed the contract I was confident that I didn’t have to worry about a thing leading up to the event.  I knew you had it all under control and I would be taken care of and taking that stress away is so important in any event planning process.   Thanks so much and look for my phone call in January 2010 for my annual beer pong event at the Gin Mill!

Thanks,

Danielle

Office Party in The Speakeasy

Christine,

Just wanted to follow up with you on our meeting at the The Gin Mill yesterday.  Everything worked out great. I  just wanted to thank you for setting it up and please thank the staff,  Loren(waitress),  Eleni(bartender), and Eric(manager).  They all were very helpfull and made the meeting run very smooth for the entire day.

Thanks again,

Mike

Birthday Party at The Speakeasy

Hi, I just wanted to say thank you for all your help in planning my party. I had a blast the other night and couldn’t have asked for a more perfect 25th birthday! The Speakeasy was incredible and the staff very helpful and friendly. I will definitely recommend your services to all my friends.

Thanks again,

Alicia