Patina

What Patina does

Patina Group operates a portfolio of 30+ restaurant concepts and a premium catering division, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delaware North headquartered in Buffalo, New York. The company traces its origin to Chef Joachim Splichal's 1989 founding of the original Patina restaurant on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, and has since scaled into a multi-brand hospitality operator with restaurants across California, Florida, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Nevada, North Carolina, and Kentucky. The company is recognized as The Walt Disney Company's largest operating partner and as the official catering partner of the PGA of America.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: (i) direct-to-consumer restaurant operations at destination venues including Disney properties (EPCOT, Downtown Disney), cultural institutions (Lincoln Center, Segerstrom Center, Norton Simon Museum), and sports venues (TD Garden, Petco Park); (ii) B2B event catering for major sporting championships (PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix), galas, film premieres, and corporate events, priced via custom per-head quotes and multi-year contracts; and (iii) digital gift cards sold through the CashStar platform for participating locations. Distribution is anchored by exclusive venue partnerships and supplemented by direct digital and venue co-marketing. Chef-led differentiation is central, with named Michelin-starred partnerships (Carlos Gaytán for Paseo/Céntrico, Dominique Crenn for Monsieur Dior, Timothy Hollingsworth for Hundredfold, Masaharu Morimoto for Morimoto Asia) functioning as the company's primary brand asset.

Patina Group's go-to-market combines enterprise field sales for venue and event contracts with direct-to-consumer dine-in experience at owned locations. Pricing is transaction-based for restaurants and quote-based for catering, with publicly undisclosed pricing across concepts. The underlying technology stack is conventional — Infor for event management, CashStar for gift cards, and standard POS — with no proprietary AI/ML, patents, or differentiated technology assets identified. The company operates within Delaware North's broader hospitality and entertainment corporate structure, which provides capital and operational support; no independent investor backing, funding rounds, or public financials are disclosed. Ongoing operational risks include labor relations friction (NLRB complaint regarding union organizing, UNITE HERE Local 737 complaints alleging Disney Supply Chain Code of Conduct violations, and a potential EPCOT strike), which represent reputational and operational tail risks rather than strategic positioning shifts.

Name

Patina

Legal name

Patina Group, LLC

Website

https://patinagroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Patina Group operates 30+ restaurant concepts and a premium catering division across the US as a wholly owned subsidiary of Delaware North, anchored by partnerships with Disney, PGA of America, and major sports and cultural venues.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Restaurant and Catering Services

NAICS

Full-Service Restaurants (722511), Caterers (722320), Caterers (72232)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro primary industry

Catering Coordination & Bar Service Management (Non-restaurant) (HSACAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Hotel & Resort Banqueting (In-House Catering) (THAHAKAC)

Keywords

• Restaurant operations
• Event catering
• Hospitality services
• Venue food service
• Culinary experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Buffalo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Restaurant Operations: Revenue from operating owned and partnered restaurant concepts at entertainment destinations, charging guests directly for food and beverage purchases.
2. Event Catering Services: Catering contracts for large-scale sporting events (PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, Formula 1), galas, and corporate events. Revenue derived from per-head fees, menu pricing, and service contracts.
3. Formula 1 Hospitality: Exclusive food and beverage operations at Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, serving hundreds of thousands of fans across multiple fan zones with all-inclusive and à la carte offerings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Patina Group operates a portfolio of over 30 restaurant brands and a premium catering division serving entertainment venues, theme parks, sports championships, and cultural institutions across the United States. The company provides full-spectrum hospitality solutions including fine dining, casual dining, quick-service restaurants, and large-scale event catering for organizations such as The Walt Disney Company, PGA of America, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Product overview

Patina Group is a portfolio of over 30 restaurant brands and catering services operating across the United States. The company operates as a multi-brand restaurant operator and premium catering provider, with restaurants ranging from fine dining (Monsieur Dior by Dominique Crenn, The Grand Tier, Space 220) to casual sports bars (Banners Kitchen & Tap, Hencraft) and cultural destination restaurants (Paseo, Céntrico, Hundredfold). The catering division handles high-profile events including PGA Championships, Formula 1 races, the Ryder Cup, and galas. Key partnerships include The Walt Disney Company, PGA of America, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and the Metropolitan Opera. The portfolio is organized around landmark dining destinations, culinary innovation, and unforgettable events, with restaurants located at Disney properties, sports venues, cultural institutions, and urban centers across California, Florida, New York, Massachusetts, and beyond.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Patina Catering: Premium catering and events division specializing in entertainment and sporting events including film premieres, galas, sports championships, and elite brand launches.

Products and services

• Hencraft Cosmic chicken spot in Buffalo, NY offering comfort food with big personality, including chicken sandwiches and sides with rebellious flair.
• Hundredfold American brasserie with a touch of whimsy located at Belmont Park Village, NY, featuring French-influenced cuisine in a refined yet approachable setting.
• Space 220 Restaurant Space-inspired restaurant at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort offering panoramic views of Earth and interstellar-inspired gourmet cuisine.
• Paseo Authentic Mexican restaurant at Downtown Disney District created in partnership with Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, blending cultural legacy with contemporary elegance.
• The Grand Tier Contemporary American cuisine restaurant inside Lincoln Center's Metropolitan Opera House in New York, NY, led by Executive Chef Florian Wehrli.
• Monsieur Dior by Dominique Crenn Fine dining restaurant in Beverly Hills, CA inspired by the glamour and elegance of Hollywood's iconic stars, echoing the artistry of the House of Dior.
• Banners Kitchen & Tap New England's premier sports bar in Boston, MA serving contemporary pub fare with extensive beer program, LED TV screen, and Topgolf Swing Suite.
• Diamond Room Exclusive-feel cocktail bar adjacent to Petco Park in San Diego, CA, featuring a confident cocktail program and curated small plates in a moody, linger-worthy space.
• Patina Catering Premium catering service specializing in entertainment and sporting events, including film premieres, sports championships, weddings, galas, and corporate events. Led by Chef Jacqueline Kelly.
• Digital Gift Cards Digital gift card system available for purchase from participating Patina Group locations, delivered via email to recipients.
• Enzo's Hideaway Speakeasy-style restaurant below Maria & Enzo's at Disney Springs, FL, featuring Prohibition-era cocktails, rum-runner tunnel ambiance, and Roman-style dishes.
• Céntrico Bar & Restaurant Open-air Mexican restaurant and cantina at Downtown Disney District, created with Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, serving authentic dishes under a lush tree canopy.
• Garden Café at the Norton Simon Museum Elevated coffee shop at the Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, CA offering coffee shop favorites with views of the pond, sculpture garden, and lush greenery.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96-98% guest satisfaction (4-5 star ratings) at major championships
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and flagship.

• Chef Timothy HollingsworthmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2026Celebrity Chef Timothy Hollingsworth partnered with Patina Group to create Hundredfold American brasserie at Belmont Park Village and The Battery Atlanta. Previously led culinary at Segerstrom Center 50th Anniversary Gala.
• Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand PrixmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 22 November 2025Patina Group served as the exclusive food and beverage provider for the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, operating across all fan zones and serving hundreds of thousands of fans over the three-day event.
• The Walt Disney CompanycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPatina Group is The Walt Disney Company's largest operating partner, operating multiple restaurants at EPCOT Walt Disney World and Downtown Disney District including Via Napoli, Tutto Gusto, Tutto Italia Ristorante, Space 220, Paseo, and Céntrico.
• PGA of AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial catering partner of the PGA of America, providing food and beverage services at major championships including the PGA Championship and Ryder Cup. Patina Group has served over 200,000 guests at single events with near-perfect satisfaction ratings.
• Delaware NorthcoreOthersPatina Group is a division of Delaware North, a global hospitality and entertainment company. Delaware North provides corporate structure, HR, and operational support for Patina Group operations.
• Chef Carlos GaytánflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMichelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán created Paseo and Céntrico Bar & Restaurant in partnership with Patina Group. These Mexican restaurant concepts are among the flagship brands in the Downtown Disney District.
• Chef Dominique CrennflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerTwo-Michelin-star Chef Dominique Crenn partnered with Patina Group to create Monsieur Dior by Dominique Crenn in Beverly Hills, a restaurant inspired by the House of Dior and Hollywood glamour.
• Segerstrom Center for the ArtsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred catering partner for Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, California. Catered the landmark 50th Anniversary Gala serving 450 guests and raising $19.2 million.
• Chef Masaharu MorimotomajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIron Chef Masaharu Morimoto partnered with Patina Group to open Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs, a signature restaurant featuring Japanese-Asian cuisine.
• Quail Hollow ClubmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVenue partner for the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, where Patina Group served nearly 200,000 attendees.
• TD Garden / Boston BruinsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPatina Group operates Banners Kitchen & Tap at TD Garden, Boston's premier sports and entertainment venue and home of the Bruins and Celtics.
• Petco Park / San Diego PadresmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPatina Group operates the Diamond Room cocktail bar at Petco Park, San Diego's baseball stadium and entertainment venue.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Aramark: Aramark is a major global food services and facilities company with substantial venue, sports, and entertainment concessions operations. Overlaps with Patina Group's B2B hospitality focus across stadiums, arenas, and convention centers.
• Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises: Lettuce Entertain You is a multi-concept restaurant group with a portfolio spanning casual to upscale dining across multiple US markets. Comparable to Patina's 30+ brand portfolio approach and chef-led multi-concept operating model.
• Restaurant Associates: Restaurant Associates operates corporate dining, cultural institution restaurants, and event catering for museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients. Directly comparable to Patina's cultural-venue restaurant operations and event catering.
• Compass Group: Compass Group is the parent of Levy Restaurants and a global food services leader operating across sports, leisure, and business catering. Listed as the structural parent of a direct peer, representing competitive pressure at the venue hospitality RFP level.

Direct peers

• Great Performances: Great Performances is a New York-based women-owned catering and hospitality company operating at cultural institutions including Lincoln Center and major NYC museums. Direct peer in cultural-institution catering and venue-based dining.
• Constellation Culinary Group: Constellation Culinary Group provides premium catering and event services with chef-driven concepts, focusing on cultural institutions and high-end events. Comparable to Patina's premium event catering and cultural destination model.
• Wolfgang Puck Catering: Wolfgang Puck Catering provides premium chef-led event catering for high-profile events including the Academy Awards Governors Ball. Comparable to Patina Group's chef-driven premium catering business at marquee events.
• Levy Restaurants: Levy Restaurants is a premier sports, entertainment, and hospitality catering company operating restaurants and premium hospitality at stadiums, arenas, and convention centers. Directly comparable to Patina Group's premium venue hospitality and event catering model.
• Sodexo Live! (formerly Centerplate): Sodexo Live! (formerly Centerplate) provides hospitality, catering, and food services to sports stadiums, convention centers, and entertainment venues. Operates in the same venue hospitality space as Patina Group and competes for similar marquee venue contracts.

Others

• Delaware North: Delaware North is the parent company of Patina Group and a global hospitality conglomerate with sports venues, gaming, and parks operations. Listed because it shares operational DNA and provides corporate structure for Patina's growth strategy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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