Do you offer any add-ons?

Sure do! I can provide French pastries from Belleville, create custom drinks, set up self-serve coffee stations, coordinate with the bar to make espresso martinis or the caterer to make affogatos. So many fun opportunities! Each event is unique and I would be thrilled to bring your personal vision to life.

How long does it take to serve everyone?

I can serve about 75 drinks per hour. For larger events, I can set up a self-serve coffee station or bring along an extra barista to speed things up.

What kind of coffee do you use?

Only the best! I typically use Tandem Coffee Roasters' West End Blues blend. However, if you see something else on their menu that you would like, I am more than happy to brew that instead.

Can I use your services for events other than weddings?

Of course! I can provide coffee cart services for corporate events, bridal showers, farewell brunches, birthday parties, bar and bat mitzvahs, staff development days, and more. You name it and I am there!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What kind of milk and syrup options do you have?

Typically, I will offer whole milk and oat milk, as well as maple syrup since these options satisfy most coffee drinkers. However, we can totally switch that up if there is something else you would like to see.

What areas do you service?

Side By Side is based in Portland, ME, and services anywhere in New England, including Portsmouth, NH and Boston, MA. Travel fees may apply for events outside of the Greater Portland area.

What is included?

Typically, I start with a small curated menu of all your espresso and milk beverages and then customize it to your taste by adding signature drinks and/or off menu drink requests. I pack in and pack out all the necessary components to create a mobile coffee shop wherever you need it. The beverages are quickly and thoughtfully crafted on top of the line equipment and beautifully presented to your guests.

How much does your service cost?

For weddings and private events, I have a minimum that starts at $1,000 which gets you 2 hours of bottomless coffee for up to 100 guests and goes up from there. For each event, I create a custom quote based on length of service, number of guests and proximity to Portland.

Do you offer add-ons or custom options?

Yes. We offer custom-branded front panels for the cart, branded hot and cold cups, self-serve drip coffee stations, cold brew service, and locally made BLVL pastries. We can also create custom drink menus to align with your event theme or brand. Every event is thoughtfully tailored to your vision.

What is your availability?

The best way to find out my availability is to fill out the form on my Contact page. I’ll get right back to you with an answer!

How quickly can you serve coffee at my event?

One barista can craft up to 50 specialty coffee drinks per hour. For larger weddings, corporate events, and conferences, we can add baristas, espresso carts, self-serve drip coffee, or cold brew to increase speed and serve any size crowd efficiently.

What coffee do you serve?

Our mobile coffee catering service proudly pours Tandem Coffee Roasters’ West End Blues blend, locally roasted in Portland, Maine. It delivers a smooth, balanced flavor that shines in lattes, cappuccinos, and americanos alike.

Do you provide decaf espresso and non-coffee options?

Yes. Our mobile espresso bar offers decaf espresso for any coffee drink on the menu, along with herbal tea and hot chocolate to accommodate guests who prefer a caffeine-free beverage.

What kind of milk and syrup options do you have?

We provide whole milk and oat milk to suit a variety of dietary preferences. Syrup flavor options include maple, vanilla, hazelnut, and chocolate — perfect for customizing lattes, cappuccinos, and americanos at your event.

What types of events do you serve?

We provide mobile coffee catering for corporate events, conferences, trade shows, brand activations, multi-day expos, weddings, and private celebrations. From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, our espresso cart scales to fit your event seamlessly.