Martin City Brewing

What Martin City Brewing does

Martin City Brewing Company ("MCBC") is a privately-held, family-owned craft brewery and multi-concept restaurant group headquartered at 410 East 135th Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The company opened as a brewpub in June 2011 in the Martin City neighborhood and converted to a full brewing operation with a Pizza & Taproom concept in January 2014, when it also began distributing canned beer to restaurants across state lines. It now operates eight physical concepts across the Kansas City metropolitan area — four Pizza & Taprooms (135th Street, Mission Farms, Blue Parkway, Lenexa), three tavern formats (Station 7, South Plaza, Crossroads Tavern & Terrace), one specialty coffee shop (Love, Coffee), and a concession presence at CPKC Stadium — all under the Martin City Brewing Company and sub-brand portfolio. The company is led by founder Matt Moore, with Nathan Tilton as Chief Operating Officer and President of Restaurant Operations, and Nick Moore as Chief Financial Officer and Controller, with the Moore family as principal owners.

The company's primary products are award-winning in-house brewed craft beer — including core year-round offerings such as Hard Way IPA, Belgian-Style Abbey Ale, Survival Blond, Hazy Way IPA and The New Standard, plus seasonal and limited releases — paired with wood-fired stone pizzas and a casual pub-food menu (wings, appetizers, smash burgers, sandwiches, Nashville hot chicken). Core technical assets are a centralized brewing and canning facility at the original 135th Street location, a Toast Tab online-ordering/POS stack across all locations, an ezCater integration for catering delivery, and a Google Calendar integration for event listings. Love, Coffee extends the portfolio into a separate daypart using locally-roasted beans from partner All the Love Roasting Co.

MCBC makes money through a mix of on-premise food-and-beverage transactions (dine-in, carryout and delivery) at its eight locations, paid private-event space rentals ($300–$750 reservation minimums, $100 deposit), gift card sales via Toast Tab, subscription/recurring revenue from the VIP Beer Club (20,000+ members; paid tier priced under $1/day), catering packs ($10–$14 per person) delivered through ezCater, keg reservation sales, and wholesale canned-beer distribution to local retail partners. Customer segments span Kansas City metro residents (the primary segment), families, craft beer enthusiasts, and corporate groups requiring event space and catering; pricing models include unit (a la carte and catering packs), freemium, subscription (VIP Club), and minimum-spend private-rental contracts.

Name

Martin City Brewing

Legal name

Martin City Brewing Co., L.L.C.

Website

https://martincitybrewingcompany.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Martin City Brewing Company (MCBC) is a privately-held, family-owned craft brewery and multi-concept restaurant group operating eight locations across the Kansas City metro — including Pizza & Taprooms, taverns, a coffee shop and a CPKC Stadium concession — serving local residents, families and corporate event customers with award-winning in-house brewed beer, wood-fired pizza and a paid VIP Beer Club loyalty program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Brewery and Restaurant Group

NAICS

Breweries (312120), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (722410), Full-Service Restaurants (722511)

SIC

Malt Beverages (2082), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Beverages (2080), Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro primary industry

Microbreweries & Craft Breweries (THAFALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Brewpubs & Taprooms (On-site Beer Service) (THAFALAA), Packaging & Production Breweries (Limited/No On-site Service) (THAFALAB), Craft Beer Bars & Taprooms (THAFAEAG)

Keywords

• Craft brewery operations
• Wood-fired pizza
• Restaurant taproom
• Craft beer distribution
• Event catering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Kansas City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Food and Beverage Sales: Primary revenue from craft beer, pizza, appetizers, sandwiches, wings, and specialty drinks at 8+ restaurant and taproom locations. In-house brewing of all beer served.
2. VIP Beer Club Membership: Free standard membership and paid VIP membership (under $1/day) offering monthly perks including BOGO drinks, discounts on food and merchandise, and exclusive beer releases. Over 20,000 members.
3. Gift Cards: Digital gift cards sold through Toast Tab, redeemable at any MCBC restaurant location.
4. Catering Services: Corporate and private event catering with pickup and delivery options through ezCater. Bundle packs serving 10-100 people starting at $10-14 per person.
5. Keg Reservations: Draft beer keg sales for off-site events and personal use, pickup at 135th Street location.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Martin City Brewing Company (MCBC) is a Kansas City-based craft brewery and restaurant group that operates a portfolio of 8+ locations across the Kansas City metro, including Pizza & Taprooms, Taverns, a specialty coffee shop, and stadium concessions. The company brews and serves award-winning craft beer on-site at its original 135th Street brewery, pairs it with wood-fired stone pizza and a full food menu, and supports the operations with catering, private event hosting, gift cards, and a VIP Beer Club loyalty program with 20,000+ members.

Product overview

Martin City Brewing Company is a Kansas City-based craft brewery and restaurant group operating a multi-concept portfolio consisting of four Pizza & Taproom locations (135th Street, Mission Farms, Blue Parkway, Lenexa), two Tavern concepts (Station 7, South Plaza), one downtown tavern with rooftop terrace (Crossroads Tavern & Terrace), one specialty coffee shop (Love, Coffee), and CPKC Stadium concessions. The core offerings center on award-winning craft beer brewed at the original 135th Street facility and wood-fired/stone-fired pizzas, complemented by catering services, event hosting, and a VIP Club loyalty program. The company began as a humble brewpub in 2011 and has expanded to multiple Kansas City metro locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pizza & Taproom: Restaurant concept featuring wood-fired pizza and craft beer taprooms at multiple locations
• Tavern
• Love, Coffee
• Crossroads Tavern & Terrace
• Martin City Ice Cream Co.

Products and services

• Pizza & Taproom dining concept Signature dining experience combining wood-fired stone-fired pizzas, craft beers, and casual pub fare across multiple Kansas City metro locations (135th Street, Mission Farms, Blue Parkway, Lenexa). Features specialty pies including Hot Honey Pepperoni, Wildcard BBQ, Chicken Spanakopita, and Fig & Prosciutto.
• Craft Beer Portfolio Award-winning craft beers brewed in Kansas City, including year-round core beers (Hard Way IPA, Belgian-Style Abbey Ale, Survival Blond, Yoga Pants, Hazy Way IPA, The New Standard, Bohemian Pilsner, Fireside Porter) plus seasonal and limited-release varieties. Available on draft at all MCBC locations and canned for retail distribution.
• Love, Coffee shop Specialty coffee shop in Lee's Summit, MO with drive-thru convenience, specialty drinks, fresh pastries, locally roasted All the Love coffee, comfortable seating, and laptop-friendly workspace. Monday-Friday 6am-2pm (late to 5pm Tue/Thu), Saturday-Sunday 7am-2pm.
• Station 7 Tavern Entertainment venue in Lee's Summit, MO combining craft beer, food, and live music. Features The Yard Experience with a live music stage, dedicated Yard Bar, spacious lawn seating, and a family/dog-friendly outdoor environment with string lights and ambient lighting.
• South Plaza Tavern Tavern location in Kansas City, MO featuring stone-fired pizzas, smash burgers, Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, 16+ craft beers on tap, locally-inspired cocktails, patio seating, and weekend brunch service. Sunday-Thursday 11am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-10pm.
• Crossroads Tavern & Terrace Downtown Kansas City tavern with rooftop terrace in the Crossroads Arts District. Features wood-fired pizzas, bold new bites (Ahi Tuna Tacos, French Dip, Steak Frites), handcrafted cocktails, and skyline views from the rooftop terrace. Monday-Thursday 11am-9pm (bar 10pm), Friday-Saturday 11am-10pm (bar 11pm), Sunday 11am-9pm.
• Catering Services Catering service for office lunches, team meetings, game days, and private events. Offers catering packs serving 10-100 people starting at approximately $10-$14 per person, including pizzas, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and bundled options such as Pizza Party Packs, Lunch Boxes, and Signature Combos. Available via pick-up or delivery through ezCater.
• VIP Beer Club Membership Free membership program with over 20,000 members offering monthly perks including BOGO free drinks, 10% off meals, and birthday dessert. Paid VIP membership tier (under $1/day) provides up to $40/month in value through 6-packs, bill credits, or pizza & salad combos, plus 20% off meals, 4 monthly BOGO drinks, and 20% off merchandise.
• Private Event Hosting Private event space hosting at the Lenexa Pizza & Taproom location accommodating up to 40 guests. Available for corporate events, birthday parties, private dinner parties, wedding rehearsal dinners, retirement parties, and sports team celebrations. Requires $100 deposit with reservation minimums: Sun-Thu 11am-4pm $300, 4pm-close $500; Fri-Sat 11am-4pm $500, 4pm-close $750.
• Gift Cards Digital gift cards redeemable at any MCBC restaurant location and Love, Coffee. Can be sent immediately or scheduled for a future date through the Toast Tab platform.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ezCatercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorezCater provides catering delivery platform for Martin City Brewing Company's catering services. Customers can order MCBC food through ezCater for reliable drop-off at corporate events and large gatherings.
• Toast TabcoreTechnology or IntegrationToast Tab provides online ordering and point-of-sale systems for all Martin City Brewing Company locations. Handles digital gift cards, online orders, and reservation management.
• All the Love Roasting Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Kansas City coffee roaster supplying beans for Love, Coffee shop and featured in craft beers including Rich with Love imperial coffee porter. Co-branded products strengthen local supplier relationships.
• Reece NicholsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Reece Nichols real estate for Block Party Lemon Strawberry Ale, a beer celebrating Kansas City neighborhoods.
• CPKC StadiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConcession operations at CPKC Stadium Berkley Riverfront Park provides exposure at major sporting and entertainment venue in Kansas City.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BrewDog: Multi-location craft brewery and brewpub chain with owned venues, food program, and loyalty members, the closest model analog to Martin City's multi-format chain approach.
• HopCat: Multi-unit craft beer bar and restaurant chain, directly comparable to Martin City's taproom/tavern concepts on craft beer focus and casual dining.
• KC Bier Co. Kansas City-based craft brewery and biergarten (with an attached restaurant), directly comparable to Martin City's brewpub-with-restaurant format in the same metro.
• Boulevard Brewing Company: Kansas City-headquartered craft brewer with a taproom and broader regional distribution, the most direct local peer to Martin City Brewing's brewery + taproom + distribution model.
• Cinder Block Brewery: North Kansas City craft brewery with a taproom, directly overlapping with Martin City on craft beer production and on-premise hospitality within the same metro.

Broad incumbents

• Stone Brewing: Large established craft brewer with brewpubs and broad distribution, comparable to Martin City on the craft manufacturing + on-premise combination but at significantly larger scale.
• BJ's Restaurant Brewhouse: National brewpub chain with in-house beer and a broad menu, comparable to Martin City on the combination of brewery + full-service restaurant at multiple locations.
• Twin Peaks: National casual tavern chain focused on craft beer, sports viewing, and events, comparable to Martin City's Station 7 / South Plaza / Crossroads tavern format.
• Bar Louie: National tavern and bar chain with craft beer and food programs, comparable to Martin City's tavern concepts on format and casual social positioning.

Others

• Top Golf: Entertainment-anchored food and beverage venue chain, thematically comparable to Station 7's Yard Bar and Crossroads Tavern's rooftop/entertainment positioning in the same experiential dining space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/martincitybrew
• Instagraminstagram.com/martincitybrewery
• Xx.com/martincitybrew
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/martin-city-brewing-company

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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