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Bar Mystery Shop Guest Experience Checklist

by Charlotte Finegan, from the Community

10+

Assess the full guest experience in a bar setting with this mystery shop checklist. Evaluate greeting times, cocktail list availability, bartender recommendations, drink preparation times, recipe adherence, use of bev naps, and glassware cleanliness. Track upselling, refills, stockouts, bartender flair, garnish and herb storage, overall bar cleanliness, and staff interactions. Record WOW moments, photos, and notes for up to four drinks, then provide your overall recommendation.

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