Frequently Asked Questions

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The Basics

  • Forage is a styled drink and snack cart for events in Salt Lake City and the surrounding area. We specialize in beautifully curated Drink Carts and Snack Carts — built around your vision, from a mimosa bar to a charcuterie spread. We handle the setup, the styling, the service, and the breakdown. You just show up and enjoy the party.

  • All of them. Bridal showers, baby showers, weddings, rehearsal dinners, business openings, office parties, birthday parties, holiday gatherings — if you're hosting people and want something memorable, we're a fit. We also love a good corporate happy hour.

  • We're based in Salt Lake City and serve the greater SLC area. Events beyond 25 miles may be accommodated for an additional travel fee. Not sure if you're in range? Just ask.

  • Yes. Forage is fully licensed and insured, and a certified alcohol server is always on-site for any event that involves alcohol service.

The Cart

  • The cart footprint is approximately 25" × 64" at its most compact, and expands up to 25" × 98" when fully set up. We also need a little breathing room around the cart — think of it like a bar setup, not just a table. We'll confirm all setup details with you ahead of time, including indoor vs. outdoor, load-in logistics, and the best placement for visibility and flow.

  • Nope. The cart is fully self-contained. No outlets, no hookups, no surprises.

  • Our standard service window is 2 hours. Need something longer? Let's talk — we can discuss extended service based on your event.

The Experience

  • Service is bottomless for the duration of your event window. Guests can come back as many times as they'd like — come back for seconds, thirds, we're not counting. Our on-site certified alcohol server ensures every guest is served thoughtfully, because great experiences are built on knowing when to slow things down.

  • Everything you need for a seamless food and beverage experience: a styled mobile cart, certified alcohol server, fresh ingredients, garnishes, disposable cups, napkins, bar tools, ice, and more depending on the menu. We arrive 60+ minutes early to set up, and we handle full breakdown at the end. You don't lift a finger. The one thing not included? The alcohol — but we make that part easy too. See the Alcohol section below.

  • Yes — we're there for the full service window, actively serving your guests. This isn't a drop-off situation. We're present, engaged, and making sure everything looks and runs beautifully from start to finish.

Customization

  • Absolutely. Every Drink Cart and Snack Cart is built around your vision — custom juice flavors, themed garnishes, custom cart names, we're into it. We'll finalize your menu together no later than 14 days before your event.

  • The sky is genuinely the limit. Some ideas we love: candy carts, charcuterie bars, gourmet popcorn stations, yogurt and parfait bars, mocktail or lemonade bars, Moscow mule setups, cookie dough bars, iced coffee bars, and more. If you have a concept, bring it — we'll figure out how to make it work.

  • We operate with a few ingredient guidelines through our Salt Lake County health permit — nothing that limits the fun, but worth a quick conversation as we plan your menu. Hot holding isn't available with our current setup, and we're also mindful of ingredients that don't hold up well in a cart environment — presentation and freshness matter to us as much as flavor. If something isn't the right fit, we'll always find a great alternative.

Alcohol

  • It depends what you're going for. A mobile bartender gets drinks into people's hands. A styled cart does that too, but it's also a moment: something guests notice, gather around, and photograph. It becomes part of the event itself instead of just a service station off to the side. This works for weddings, but also corporate happy hours, showers, and milestone parties where you want something guests will actually remember, not just a bar in the corner. Whether it's a mimosa bar, a signature cocktail cart, or a fully custom drink build, you (or your venue) still handle the alcohol and permitting; we handle the pouring and the presentation.

  • Per Utah law, the host provides any alcohol served at the event. We take care of everything else — the bar setup, the service, the presentation, and the certified alcohol server. This actually works in your favor: you get to choose your own brands and shop within your own budget.

  • We've got you. Once your event details are confirmed, we'll give you specific guidance on quantities based on your guest count and menu. No guesswork required.

  • Yes, always. Every Forage event with alcohol service includes a certified alcohol server on-site for the full service window.

Booking

  • Pricing starts at $23 per person for our Drink Cart and $24 per person for our Snack Cart, and depends on guest count, service length, event location, and menu selections. A $200 styled cart fee applies for events under 70 guests. Most full events land between $1,500 and $2,700. Reach out through our Check Availability page and we'll put together a quote based on your specific event — no guesswork, no pressure.

  • We recommend booking as early as possible — popular dates (spring and fall weekends especially) fill up fast. That said, if you're working with a shorter timeline, always reach out. We'll do our best.

  • If you need to cancel 30 or more days before your event, we'll refund your deposit in full. Cancellations made fewer than 30 days out will result in forfeiture of the deposit. In the rare event that we need to cancel due to an emergency or circumstances outside our control, you'll receive a full refund of everything paid.

  • Yes, and we love them. A Forage cart is a natural fit for team celebrations, client appreciation events, employee appreciation days, and company parties. We're happy to work with corporate event coordinators and can provide documentation for vendor approvals as needed.

  • Our contract is designed to eliminate the need for a tip jar by including an 18% gratuity on the final cost of your event. That way, your guests can simply enjoy the experience — no fumbling for cash, no awkward moment, one less thing on anyone's mind.

  • Head to our Check Availability page, fill out a quick inquiry, and we'll be in touch within 24–48 hours. We'll handle the heavy lifting from there.

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