About Us

At Your Private Bar, we work with wedding and event planners, caterers, venue managers, business owners, office managers and more to Bring the Bar to You. We’re committed to innovation and we are always adapting to the newest trends. Our staff is an excellent team of skilled bartenders and we’re consistently investing in new equipment and technology to give you and your guests the best possible experience. Every year we attend the Nightclub & Bar Show to continue our education in the industry. We belong to the Iowa Restaurant Association & the US Bartenders Guild, and read countless publications to expand our knowledge. You can check out our story on our Facebook page and we’d love it if you would follow us on our Social Media channels. Start planning your event with us today – we can’t wait to serve you and your guests!

Your Private Bar has over 10 years' experience serving thousands of guests each year. Our service includes all necessary types of insurance to protect you, and we are well-versed on the liquor license requirements. We provide professional bartenders, trained in Responsible Beverage Service to identify and mitigate underage drinking and over consumption. Our friendly staff serves your guests efficiently and are well informed about current trends, drink recipes and the history of alcohol. We provide everything you need for your event (and more!)

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

2024 CityView Best of Des Moines
2024 Wedding Choice Awards
2023 Wedding Choice Awards
2023 CityView Best of Des Moines
2022 CityView Best of Des Moines
2022 People's Choice Award

AMBER COOPER

Your Private Bar is an innovative special events company offering a one-of-a-kind customizable space to rent for private events and mobile bar services. The business was founded by Amber Cooper, a native of the Des Moines area, with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences for clients and their guests. Amber passed away on May 24th, 2025, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. This business was her dream, and her legacy lives on in the family and staff who carry on the dream of providing unforgettable experiences for our clients!