Innovative Bar Institute; Rhode Island's #1 Premier Bartending School!!

1845 Post Road
Warwick, Ri 02886
401-655-5583

Our Graduates Are Behind the Bars at These Top Establishments

When you graduate from Innovative Bar Institute, you don’t just walk away with a certification — you walk into opportunity. These are just some of the top establishments currently employing our alumni across Rhode Island and New England.

About Innovative Bar Institute

35+ Years of Excellence in Bartending & Mixology Education in Rhode Island

At Innovative Bar Institute, we’ve spent over three decades doing one thing exceptionally well: turning aspiring bartenders into confident, certified, job-ready professionals. As Rhode Island’s most established bartending school, we’ve trained thousands of students and placed graduates in some of the most respected bars, restaurants, and hospitality venues across New England.

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EXPLORE OUR CLASSES

One School. Every Skill You Need to Get Hired.

At Innovative Bar Institute, we train the next generation of professional bartenders and mixologists with hands-on instruction, industry-recognized certification, and real-world job placement support

Whether you’re starting from scratch or adding a certification to your resume, Innovative Bar Institute offers flexible, professional-grade training for every type of student. Choose the path that fits your goals and let us handle the rest.

In-Person
Classes

DAY / EVENING & WEEKEND CLASSES

Learn the craft of bartending from experienced industry professionals in a real bar setting. Our in-person program covers everything from cocktail building and liquor knowledge to customer service, upselling, and job placement.

Wine Discovery Classes

Our Wine Discovery Class is the most approachable way to explore wine in Rhode Island. Designed for curious beginners, food lovers, and anyone who wants to enjoy wine with more confidence, no experience required, just a love for good taste.

Online Bartending Class (our most popular choice)

Online classes

TIPS
Certification
Classes held Weekly.

Tips is included with all of our programs. Get your TIPS Certification immediately  and start working with confidence. Our weekly classes are fast, simple, and designed to get you certified the same day.
Perfect for bartenders, servers, and anyone entering the hospitality industry.