Kristina's Catering

Event Catering Serviceskristinascatering.com

Company typePrivate
Founded2010
HeadquartersShelby, United States
Headcount11–50
GTM typeB2B and B2C
OfferingServices

What Kristina's Catering does

Kristina's Catering is a privately-held, women-owned off-premise catering company founded in 2010 by Kristina Montalto and headquartered in Shelby Township, Michigan, with a secondary office in Detroit. The company serves Metro Detroit across Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties, operating from a main catering kitchen on Van Dyke Avenue and working through partnerships with 25+ regional event venues including The Fillmore Detroit, Michigan Central, M1 Concourse, and Packard Proving Grounds. It employs 11-50 staff and operates as a WBENC-certified women-owned business.

The company's core offering is structured around two service models: full-service catering (staffed events with china, linens, chafers, setup, service, and cleanup, with weekend minimums of 50 guests and weekday minimums of 25) and pick-up/drop-off catering (disposable equipment packages starting at $150 per event, individually packaged meals, and appetizer platters). Menu sub-brands include Kristina's Classics (Italian and American entrées), Full Throttle (motorsport-themed buffets at $22-$37/guest), and individually packaged box lunches. Add-on modules include TIPS-certified bartending, sweet endings/late-night snacks, and complimentary wedding cake cutting. Pricing is per-guest or per-event with no disclosed recurring contracts.

The business makes money almost exclusively through one-time event fees, with revenue tied to event count and guest volume. Go-to-market relies on venue referral partnerships, organic social media (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest), wedding vendor directories (The Knot, WeddingWire), and direct corporate outreach. Customer segments span weddings and celebrations, corporate events, showers and brunches, graduation parties, and office drop-off catering, with named enterprise work including the Rocket Classic PGA TOUR event at Detroit Golf Club for Rocket Mortgage. The technology base is operational rather than digital, centered on mobile food preparation, equipment staging, and event logistics, with no disclosed AI, API, or software platform.

Kristina's Catering firmographics

Firmographics

Name: Kristina's Catering
Legal name: Kristina's Catering
Website: https://kristinascatering.com
Company type: Private
Founded year: 2010
Operating status: Operating
Headcount range: 11–50 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Kristina's Catering industry classification

Industry

Product category: Event Catering Services
NAICS: Caterers (722320), Caterers (72232), Food Service Contractors (722310)
SIC: Retail-Eating Places (5812)
akta.pro primary industry: Off-Premise / Mobile Event Catering (THAHAKAD)
akta.pro secondary industries: Event Catering (Weddings, Social, Private Parties) (THAFAIAB), Full-Service Catering (Off-Premise) (HSACAGAA), Catering Coordination & Bar Service Management (Non-restaurant) (HSACAAAH), Wedding & Social Event Catering (THAHAKAE), Specialty & Dietary Catering (Vegan, Kosher, Halal, Allergy-Friendly) (HSACAGAH)

Keywords

Off-premise catering
Wedding catering services
Corporate event catering
Full-service catering
Pick-up and drop-off catering

Where Kristina's Catering is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city: Shelby
HQ country: United States
HQ region: North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

Kristina's Catering business model

Business model

GTM type: B2B and B2C
Offering type: Services
Cost components: Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

Full Service Catering: Full-service catering for events including setup, staffing, food preparation, and cleanup. Priced per guest with event minimums (50 guests weekends, 25 guests weekdays). Includes professional service staff, china rentals, and event coordination.
Pick-Up & Drop-Off Catering: Disposable equipment package available for $150 per event. Individual boxed meals starting at $175 delivery. Full Throttle menu pricing from $22-$37 per guest. Per-dozen appetizers and platter services.
Individually Packaged Meals: Box lunches and signature salads with minimum 10 per menu item. Disposable pans and platters fee of $40. Delivery starting at $175.
Wedding Catering: Comprehensive wedding catering services including appetizers, plated dinners, buffets, family style, stations, sweet endings, bartending, and late-night snacks. Complimentary cake cutting included.
Corporate Catering: Corporate event catering including breakfast, lunch, meeting breaks, and beverage service. Minimum 25 guests for weekday events, 50+ for packages.

Pricing tiers

Model	Billing	Price
Unit Pricing	Pay-as-you-go	Full Throttle Meal Buffets: $22-$37 per guest
Unit Pricing	Pay-as-you-go	Full Throttle Appetizers: $3-$300 per selection
Unit Pricing	Pay-as-you-go	Full Throttle Desserts: $3-$8 per guest
Other	Pay-as-you-go	Delivery: $100 flat-rate
Unit Pricing	Pay-as-you-go	Individually Packaged Meals Delivery: starting at $175
Unit Pricing	Pay-as-you-go	Pick-Up & Drop-Off Appetizers: priced per dozen, minimum 3 dozen per selection
Unit Pricing	Pay-as-you-go	Disposable Service Equipment Package: $150 per event

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Kristina's Catering product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Kristina's Catering is an off-premise catering company serving Metro Detroit (Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties) with two primary service models: Full Service Catering (staffed events including setup, professional service, china/linen rentals, bartending, and cleanup) and Pick-Up & Drop-Off Catering (delivery or pickup with disposable or upgraded equipment). The company specializes in weddings, corporate events, bridal/baby showers, graduation parties, and private celebrations, supported by venue partnerships across 25+ Metro Detroit locations.

Product overview

Kristina's Catering is a Metro Detroit-based catering company offering two primary service models: Full Service Catering (staffed events with china, linens, and professional service) and Pick-Up & Drop-Off Catering (convenient disposable service). The company specializes in corporate events, weddings, showers, graduation parties, and private celebrations. The core offerings include appetizers, buffets, family-style dinners, plated dinners, strolling stations, and sweet endings, supplemented by specialized sub-products like Kristina's Classics (Italian-inspired entrées), Full Throttle (racing-themed menu), and Individually Packaged Meals. Add-on services include TIPS-certified bartending, complimentary cake cutting, and venue coordination through their venue partner network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

Full Throttle: A motorsport-themed catering menu with racing-inspired buffet options including Pit Box, Power Wheelie, Winner's Circle, Route 66, The Wheelie, The Clutch Wheelie, and The Pace Lap packages priced from $22-$37 per guest.

Quantifiable outcome

Servers walk approximately 20,000 steps per event (almost 8 miles)

Companies that use Kristina's Catering

Customer profile

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Kristina's Catering technology and API

Technology

API detail

Has API: No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Kristina's Catering partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

The Fillmore DetroitcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremier downtown Detroit music venue partnership. Kristina's Catering provides full-service catering for events at this historic Detroit venue, recognized as a favorite team member venue.
Michigan CentralcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIconic Detroit landmark and event venue. Partnership for catering services at Michigan Central building events and gatherings.
M1 ConcoursecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium event venue in Pontiac, MI featuring automotive-themed event spaces. Catering partner for corporate and private events.
Brooklyn DetroitminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDowntown Detroit event venue at 2000 Brooklyn Street. Catering services for weddings and events.
Garden TheaterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric theater venue in Detroit's Midtown. Partnership for catering at theater events and celebrations.
Ford Piquette PlantminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric automotive factory turned event venue. Catering partner for private events at this unique Detroit landmark.
The EasternminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDetroit event venue featuring industrial-modern spaces. Partnership for catering services.
Packard Proving GroundscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric automotive proving grounds in Shelby Township. Catering partner for weddings and events at this scenic venue.
Trillium FarmminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAgricultural event venue in Armada, MI. Catering services for farm-themed weddings and celebrations.
The Abbey on MainminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWedding and event venue in Romeo, MI. Partnership for catering at this charming venue.
Elevate at One Campus MartiuscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDowntown Detroit rooftop venue at One Campus Martius. Catering partner for corporate and social events.
The Madison RooftopcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium rooftop event venue on Broadway Street in Detroit. Catering services for upscale events.
State Savings BankminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric bank building converted to event venue in downtown Detroit. Partnership for catering services.
The IconminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDetroit event venue. Catering partner for events at this venue.
The BeaconminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDowntown Detroit event venue. Partnership for catering services.
The NorwoodminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDetroit event space. Catering partner for private events.
Jam HandyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric Detroit building available for events. Catering partnership for events at this venue.
Crimson Hills at Big Red OrchardminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOrchard venue in Washington, MI. Catering services for outdoor events and celebrations.
The OakleyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent venue in Holly, MI. Catering partnership for weddings and events.
2GatherminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent venue in Auburn Hills, MI. Catering services for corporate and social events.
Rust BeltminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent venue in Ferndale, MI. Partnership for catering services.
215 WestminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent venue in Ferndale, MI. Catering partnership for local events.
Cushing Field HouseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric field house venue. Catering services for events at this venue.
NewlabminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInnovation hub and event space in Detroit. Catering partnership for tech and innovation community events.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Kristina's Catering competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Regional players

Bill Wilds' BBQ: Michigan-based BBQ and event caterer serving weddings, corporate events, and private parties with drop-off and on-site service. Comparable regional scale and event-driven revenue model.
Rhodes St. Catering: Michigan-based full-service event caterer serving weddings, corporate events, and private parties with venue partnerships. Comparable service mix and Southeast Michigan geographic overlap.
Unique Food Concepts: Michigan caterer focused on corporate and institutional food service with off-premise event capability. Comparable corporate-catering segment though more institutional-leaning rather than wedding-focused.

Direct peers

Zingerman's Catering: Ann Arbor-based specialty food and catering arm of the Zingerman's community of businesses, providing full-service event catering across Southeast Michigan. Comparable in menu-driven differentiation, off-premise capability, and event-driven customer base.
The Moveable Feast: Off-premise catering company operating a similar mobile-kitchen, multi-venue service model for weddings, corporate, and social events. Comparable in core service delivery (drop-off and full-service) and reliance on venue partner referrals.
The Epicurean Group: Michigan-based full-service event caterer specializing in weddings, corporate, and social events with venue partnerships across Southeast Michigan. Closely comparable service mix and target customer segments in the same regional market.
Two Unique Caterers: Michigan-based event caterer offering full-service weddings, corporate events, and drop-off catering with multiple venue partnerships. Comparable scale and service model targeting the same Metro Detroit customer base.
Detroit Party Shoppes: Long-standing Metro Detroit full-service caterer offering weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings with both venue-based and off-premise service. Direct head-to-head competitor for wedding and corporate catering in the same three-county footprint.
Corporate Caterers Inc. Multi-market corporate catering company with drop-off and full-service models for office meetings and corporate events. Comparable recurring corporate catering programs and individually packaged meal offerings.

Broad incumbents

The Knot Marketplace: Largest U.S. wedding vendor marketplace, including a catering category where Kristina's is listed as Hall of Fame. Not a direct caterer but a key channel partner that aggregates demand across thousands of competing vendors and sets customer expectations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Kristina's Catering compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance1 record

Kristina's Catering financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Kristina's Catering leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Kristina's Catering funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Kristina's Catering M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

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Frequently asked questions about Kristina's Catering

What does Kristina's Catering do?

Is Kristina's Catering a public or private company?

Kristina's Catering is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.

When was Kristina's Catering founded?

Kristina's Catering was founded in 2010. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is Kristina's Catering based?

Kristina's Catering is headquartered in Shelby, United States, in the North America region.

How does Kristina's Catering make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. Full Service Catering is the primary driver. The others are pick-Up & Drop-Off Catering, individually Packaged Meals, wedding Catering and corporate Catering.

Who are Kristina's Catering's main competitors?

Regional players on record are Bill Wilds' BBQ, Rhodes St. Catering and Unique Food Concepts. Direct peers are Zingerman's Catering, The Moveable Feast, The Epicurean Group, Two Unique Caterers, Detroit Party Shoppes and Corporate Caterers Inc.. The Knot Marketplace is listed as a broad incumbent.

Does Kristina's Catering have an API?

No public API is recorded for Kristina's Catering.

What industry is Kristina's Catering in?

Kristina's Catering's product category is Event Catering Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAHAKAD, Off-Premise / Mobile Event Catering, with a secondary code of THAFAIAB, Event Catering (Weddings, Social, Private Parties). Its NAICS code is 722320 and its SIC code is 5812.