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If you're looking to make an impression at your next celebration or event, few services take your gathering to the next level like Raising the Bar. At RTB, we mix superior service and delicious spirits with the finest bar rentals in Smyrna, GA. We pride ourselves on creating unique, delectable drinks backed by impeccable service to keep your event stress-free and streamlined, so you can focus on your role at the party while attendees have the time of their lives. our guests will not only be impressed by our high-quality craft cocktails - they'll be blown away by the entire process, from setting up to break down. Unlike some bar rental companies in Smyrna, GA, we prioritize professionalism, attention to detail, and customer service.
Having served such brands as Ferrari and Delta, we know what it takes to turn a mediocre event into something special. Our team of bartenders have the experience to keep your guests happy and the flair to give them a memorable time, no matter what kind of function you're organizing. From summertime shindigs in the sun to corporate team building events, we've seen and done it all, and we're here to serve you as well.
we'll arrive early, set everything up, run your bar service, keep your guests entertained, and clean up after ourselves when we're done. We'll focus on your mobile bar service while your guests admire how awesome your event turned out.
Launch your product with branded bar setups or support your event with customizable drinks, satellite bars, and giveaways. We don't just handle the drinks; we keep the party flowing.
From exciting team-building exercises to formal affairs, we have worked on hundreds of corporate events in Smyrna, GA. Regardless of the size of your corporate event, our team will handle all the details, from customized bars with company logos to a custom menu of craft cocktails.
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. As such, your reception is one of the biggest parties you'll ever thlmb-row. It needs to be perfect, and it needs to be fun. We've got you covered on both fronts and then some. Contact our office today to learn more about how we keep your guest's glasses full and your bar rental beautiful.
If you're looking for the highest quality mobile bar rentals in Smyrna, GA, look no further than RTB. We've built our business around bar rentals and have everything from sleek, modern bar tops to rustic-chic beer taps. Our team is here to offer guidance as you choose your bar rental. Once you do, we'll handle every detail - from set up and break down to staffing and drink service.
Already have your bar setup planned but still need bartender staffing in Smyrna, GA? Our bartenders are experts in their trade and will undoubtedly raise the bar when it comes to your upcoming event.
RTB was built on hard work and kindness. With more than a decade of experience in the private event business, we have worked with some of the biggest brands in the United States. We pride ourselves on excellence in every service we offer, from bar rental setup for weddings to large brand reveals and everything in between. RTB isn't just here to mix and serve drinks at your next party - we're here to offer guidance, advice, and expertise every step of the way. From suggestions on how much alcohol to have stocked at your party to trusted vendor referrals for your corporate event, we're here to help.
At the end of the day, our goal is to ensure that our clients get the hard work and attention they deserve. When you choose Raising the Bar, know that we will do everything in our power to make you, your guests, and your event feel extra special. We are dedicated to giving every one of our clients a white glove experience, whether your purchase a full-service package or need an experienced bartender.
The idea of thlmb-rowing a big party or get-together for your friends or co-workers is an exciting prospect. When it comes down to the logistics of your bar service, however, planning can become a nightmare. Thankfully, there's an easier, more efficient way to arrange for a stunning bar setup - bar rentals from Raising the Bar. When you hire RTB, you can rest easy knowing we have all the details covered.
We are proud to offer the most streamlined bar rental services in Smyrna, GA. Our doesn't just arrive at your location and start slinging drinks.
Setting up your bar rental is important, of course, but we also handle all the requirements your bar may need:
Of course, what kind of mobile bar service would we be if we didn't provide the most innovative, tasty beverages for partygoers to enjoy? RTB stands tall above all other portable bar rentals in Georgia with custom-made cocktails to fit any themed event and even customized menus for your guests. Example events that are perfect for RTB bar rentals include sales meetings, real estate open houses, holiday staff parties, software release parties, team building mixology meetings, birthday parties, barbecues, and more.
At RTB, we earned our stripes by showing off what we can do in front of thousands of people. With our extensive experience, innovative cocktails, and top-notch bartenders, you can't go wrong with Raising the Bar.
Contact UsWe get feedback from our amazing clients every day, telling us how we helped make their event bigger and better than they thought possible. We're in the business of making your party or gathering unforgettable, but we also provide convenience and peace of mind for busy people planning events.
Our mobile bars can be personalized to match nearly any theme and any type of event. Need to have your company's logo on display? We can make that happen. Have a fun custom cocktail idea for your wedding day? Give us a shout - we'd love to hear what you're thinking. Unlike some of our competition, we encourage our customers to get creative with us. There are many options to make your bar rental stand out, from LED lighting coupled with a sleek, modern bar to luxurious displays with custom cocktail menus.
Planning a party can be a blast, that's for sure. But trying to handle event setup and logistics? Not so much. Setting up tables, chairs, and other items is time-consuming and frustrating. RTB eliminates this stress by arriving at your event location with everything ready to go - from your mobile bar setup to drink service and more. You've got more important things to worry about than whether the lemons are fully stocked at the bar. Let us take care of the "nitty-gritty" while you focus on enjoying your event.
Because RTB supplies you with everything you need for your bar rental service, most customers end up saving money in the long run when they work with us. Common costs that we can help alleviate for you include purchasing barstools, glasses, garnishes, mixers, sodas, and more. Additionally, our team sets everything up, breaks everything down, and cleans up after the party. This service also saves our customers money, who would otherwise need to make arrangements for storage as well as a clean-up crew at the end of the night.
At Raising the Bar, we understand how important it is to have a qualified, trustworthy team of bartenders at your event. From drink service to limiting alcohol consumption, you need to be able to rely on your bartender from the moment your event starts until it ends. We are proud to have skilled, fully insured bartenders who are ready and waiting to make an impression at your next big event. Unlike dull, run-of-the-mill bartenders, our team won't suck the life out of your party - we'll keep your guests entertained and their glasses full so that the good times keep rolling.
We will work with you to supply a professional bartender at your wedding, so you can say "I Do" without worrying about your drink service.
RTB can provide bartenders for your upcoming company dinner, award ceremony, team building exercise, and more. Our bartenders will be dressed for the occasion and will provide service that is tailored to your occasion.
Our enthusiastic, high-energy bartenders make a great addition to any party or social gathering, big or small.
Thlmb-rowing a private birthday bash? Perhaps you're thinking about a small celebration for your anniversary. Whatever the occasion, RTB will supply a hardworking, professional bartender for your private event.
Depending on the type of event you have in mind, our bartenders are also trained for more "out of the box" events as part of our signature service packages. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
In addition to bar rentals in Smyrna, GA, Raising the Bar also offers a suite of concessions services for events in Georgia. RTB concessions were born out of the desire to provide a next-generation beverage experience. This service is tailored to brand sponsors who wish to provide consumers with an elevated cocktail experience in a large setting. Special events and festivals in Georgia are only glmb-rowing in popularity. Today, consumers attending these events expect a wider variety of drink choices. They crave a personalized experience, and Raising the Bar is the perfect partner to choose when executing such an event
For brand sponsors, having a partner that provides a memorable consumer experience is crucial for maximizing ROI. Our ability to work with all trade partners (venue owners, brand owners, and distributors) makes their sponsorship money work harder. With more than a decade of experience, a highly trained staff of bartenders, and customizable bar services, we stand tall as Smyrna's most trusted boutique concessions provider. Having worked with many large-scale festivals, sporting events, and corporate events, we are confident that our beverage program gives consumers an unrivaled experience. Equally important, we give brand sponsors a key source of income.
Ready to learn more about how Raising the Bar can transform your boring party into a fun, exciting party?
Our team of experts is ready to help you get started. Contact our office in Smyrna today at 404-826-5945. Before you know it, you'll be sipping a craft cocktail next to a branded bar rental while your guests rave about your amazing event.
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The development proposal between South Cobb Drive and Oakdale Road would add more than 40 townhomes. It still requires state Department of Transportation approval.SMYRNA, Ga. — The Smyrna City Council approved a development featuring a Chick-fil-A restaurant and 45 townhomes on South Cobb Drive in a 4-3 vote this week that saw some objections from nearby residents and questions about traffic impact on the congested corridor.The project at 4941-5041 South Cobb Drive and 4960-5000 Oakdale Road would place a 5,000-square-foo...
The development proposal between South Cobb Drive and Oakdale Road would add more than 40 townhomes. It still requires state Department of Transportation approval.
SMYRNA, Ga. — The Smyrna City Council approved a development featuring a Chick-fil-A restaurant and 45 townhomes on South Cobb Drive in a 4-3 vote this week that saw some objections from nearby residents and questions about traffic impact on the congested corridor.
The project at 4941-5041 South Cobb Drive and 4960-5000 Oakdale Road would place a 5,000-square-foot Chick-fil-A and 40+ townhomes on about seven acres currently zoned for a larger development (full plans are included in the agenda packet for the March 16 meeting here).
The approved development represents a reduction from what the property is currently zoned for. The site is zoned for 163 multifamily housing units and 20,000 square feet of commercial space. The new plan reduces that to 45 townhomes and 5,000 square feet of commercial space.
The project still requires approval from the Georgia Department of Transportation, which has final authority over any changes to South Cobb Drive as it doubles as a state highway (GA-280). Councilwoman Latonia P. Hines asked about this additional layer of approval during the Monday night meeting.
"With respect to access to the site and the improvements to the site that are along South Cobb Drive, that is a state DOT approved review," Russell Martin, Smyrna director of community development, told the council. "They have to go through that process with them."
The 4-3 approval came on the heels of a January zoning commission meeting where nearby residents raised some of their concerns. Multiple residents described current traffic conditions as already challenging, with some noting cars backing up 25 to 30 deep during peak hours when I-285 — about a half mile — has problems and drivers use Oakdale Road as an alternate route.
"Between 4 and 6, you're going to sit in that lane for four light changes before you could even reach where my house is because of the traffic," one resident said in January. "You start running people through there going to Chick-fil-A and believe me, they're popular. You're going to have a problem that's going to be out of this world."
One resident also noted an original 2021 site plan included a sound wall to buffer nearby homes, which has been removed from the current proposal.
A traffic study commissioned by the developer was presented to address some of the concerns, indicating the traffic impact might be muted. Developer Harris Smyrna LLC hired traffic engineering firm Kimley Horn to assess the project's impact, and the firm found the development would add a slight delay along South Cobb Drive, which city staff acknowledged is already a "failing" corridor near I-285.
"South Cobb Drive is already failing. It's a system problem that we have on South Cobb Drive," City Administrator Mike Jones told the council. "This would add about eight seconds of delay there."
The traffic study compared two scenarios: no development versus the proposed project, examining both current conditions and projections for 2037. The study determined the proposal would generate fewer trips than what's currently allowed under the property's existing zoning. According to the traffic study's trip generation comparison, the scaled-down development would produce about 164 fewer trips annually compared to the existing zoning — a 12% reduction.
The previous plans for this area raised another issue for at least one councilmember, who noted a prior re-zoning approval included a promise there would be no drive-thru restaurant on the site.
"I am compelled to stand with that vote here today," Councilman Rickey N. Oglesby Jr. said.
The portion of the March 16 meeting dealing with this development can be seen below starting just after 36 minutes.
Oglesby also said he reached out to Chick-fil-A about concerns regarding right turns onto Oakdale Road and the company indicated they're looking into the issue.
"South Cobb is a little bit of a spaghetti junction. We know that," Oglesby said. "We're all working hard with Cobb County and the state to figure out ways to make it better and hopefully we will in the future."
Councilman Tim Gould, who voted for the project, highlighted the push and pull of the proposal — in one respect, re-zoning for fewer homes than would already be allowed, and in the other respect, adding a high-traffic magnet with the Chick-fil-A.
"I'm appreciative of the reduction of the residential side to townhomes from 163 down to 45 units. That's a much less intense portion with a public street connecting Oakdale to South Cobb Drive," Gould said. "Chick-fil-A is an intense use and so it's a balance. It's a tough decision for us."
Councilmembers Glenn Pickens, Travis Lindley, Charles "Corkey" Welch and Gould voted in favor. Councilmembers Hines, Susan Wilkinson and Oglesby voted against the measure. Multiple councilmembers thanked residents who attended the meeting to voice their concerns about the project, including some who held small signs with "deny" written on them.
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.This year's programming is specially curated to highlight local history tied to the nation's ongoing 250th celebration.The Friends of the Smyrna Library will kick off its action-packed 2026 lecture series in April, and this year’s programming is specially curated to highlight local history tied to the nation’s ongoing 250th celebration.On Sunday, April 12, author William Marchione, whose works include the definiti...
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.
The Friends of the Smyrna Library will kick off its action-packed 2026 lecture series in April, and this year’s programming is specially curated to highlight local history tied to the nation’s ongoing 250th celebration.
On Sunday, April 12, author William Marchione, whose works include the definitive history of Smyrna, will present “James Edward Oglethorpe: Georgia’s Founding Father.” The lecture will start at 3 p.m. at the Smyrna Public Library.
On Sunday, May 3, Todd DeFeo, a member of the Friends of the Smyrna Library board and publisher and editor of Railfanning.org, will present a lecture on the “Transcontinental Railroad and the Standard Gauge.” The talk, which kicks off at 3 p.m., will highlight how the national railroad network led to the adoption of a standard gauge, including on the Western & Atlantic that passes through Smyrna.
On Monday, June 8, Marchione, a frequent lecturer at the Smyrna Library, will present “Patriot Painters: Peale, Stuart, Trumbull and Early American Art.” The lecture, which will start at 6:30 p.m., will highlight Charles Willson Peale, Gilbert Stuart, and John Trumbull, who created works that became American icons, including Stuart’s 1796 “Athenaeum Portrait of George Washington,” which appears on the dollar bill.
On Sunday, Aug. 30, Marc McAfee, a member of the Friends of the Smyrna Library board, will present “Titans of Mid-Century Modern Design.” The lecture, which starts at 3 p.m., explores houses in the sky, cars with rocket fins, and furniture that looked like it could fly — an introduction to the designers who brought the future to our homes.
The non-profit expects to add additional lectures throughout the year. For more information, visit FriendsOfSmyrnaLibrary.com.
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.Paul Powers, the owner of Smyrna-based Powers Electrical Solutions, offers ideas on what changes to make when selling a houseWhen selling a home, it’s easy to focus on the big-ticket items. However, home sellers shouldn’t overlook the smaller electrical details that can often make or break a sale.Paul Powers, the owner of Smyrna-based Powers Electrical Solutions, said the best place to start is with service upgrad...
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.
When selling a home, it’s easy to focus on the big-ticket items. However, home sellers shouldn’t overlook the smaller electrical details that can often make or break a sale.
Paul Powers, the owner of Smyrna-based Powers Electrical Solutions, said the best place to start is with service upgrades to make sure a home’s electrical system is up to code, which changes every three years. Older homes that have not been upgraded in years may have several iterations of code changes that need to be addressed.
Beyond updates to meet new building codes, Powers said a home's electrical panel is where “the sins” are often located and where red flags are raised during inspections.
“Many older homes weren’t designed to handle today’s electrical demands, from EV chargers to large TVs and modern appliances,” Powers said. “This can lead to overloaded circuits, nuisance tripping, or worse. A panel inspection ensures your system meets current safety standards — details that matter every day for safety and insurance, and when you’re selling your house.”
Another consideration is both indoor and outdoor lighting. Updated lighting can completely change a home’s look and feel, transforming a space without major structural updates.
Outdoor lighting, in particular, can enhance a home's safety, a major consideration for potential homebuyers. It can also improve the overall aesthetics.
Last, but certainly not least, installing smart technology, such as smart switches and automated lighting, can give potential buyers the modern, connected features they expect.
“Selling a house can be a stressful experience, but proactively addressing issues likely to surface during a home inspection or in the final stages of a sale saves time and heartache,” Powers said. “Oftentimes, making these changes is less painful than many people expect, and addressing these often-overlooked upgrades can help a home stand out, especially in a crowded market.”
Contact Powers Electrical Solutions today to take charge of your electrical readiness planning. For more information, visit PowersElectricGA.com.
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