I'm sharing this experience so that future brides and event hosts can make an informed decision when choosing a caterer. We hired Kats Kreations in April 2025 for our May 16, 2026 wedding. Our wedding was Princess and the Frog themed, and we specifically wanted unique menu items, including smoked alligator and frog legs. After discussing our vision with the owner, Katrice ("Kat"), she assured us she could provide everything we requested, so we signed a contract. On May 2, Kat visited the venue and was provided with the necessary venue and coordinator information. Then, on May 14, she asked about arriving around noon on the wedding day to begin preparing for cocktail hour. I reminded her that cocktail hour was scheduled for 5:00 PM and dinner service for 6:00 PM, and she confirmed she would arrive accordingly. On the wedding day, I stopped by the kitchen around noon and noticed that most of the food preparation had not yet begun. Trusting that the caterer had properly planned her timeline, I focused on getting ready for the ceremony. Unfortunately, when cocktail hour began, none of the appetizers were available. Guests were left waiting while drinks were served, and my coordinator informed me that we would need to stall because the food was not ready. I was later told that communication with the catering team became difficult and that both my coordinator and members of my husband's family had to step in to address the situation. The situation only worsened during the reception. Dinner, which was scheduled to be served at 6:00 PM, was served over an hour late. By the time food was available, many guests had already left or were frustrated after waiting so long. To make matters worse, portions of the food were overcooked and burnt, which was extremely disappointing considering the amount of planning, trust, and money that had gone into the catering service. While I appreciate the effort that goes into catering a large event, the significant delays, lack of communication, and quality issues had a major impact on our wedding day and our guests' experience. When I asked for compensation, she left me on read. DO NOT HIRE BRIDES! read more

The staff here are all so friendly! I loved this immediately about this place. I had the fried whitening (cooked to order) with cabbage and fried okra. FFF= fried fish Friday. I came up with this! The plate was plenty of food for two servings. Overall, this was a good plate. I was a little disappointed in the cabbage because it was just missing something. Katiynn's is located in the old Centerpoint elementary school, so there's definitely some old school , cafeteria nostalgia. I plan to return to try more of their menu. They also do catering. read more

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10/10 recommend. Staff was very kind and helped us place our Uber Eats order because the app had it messed up. Food was delicious and home cooked. read more

Very good would recommend to Friends and family. Seasoned just right. First visit 4 stars! It's good soul food. read more

Kat's Kreations - Sunday dinner chick Chicken and Dressing 2 sides green beans and macaroni first time visit. Very good! - Soul Food Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Very welcoming and family friendly, the smell of food is intoxicating. Please come on an empty stomach because you will wish you had more room for more. This was a very pleasant experience with the staff welcoming in the local shopping area. Ms. Kat is the first person you meet when you walk in and she make sure your food was great! Thank you! read more

Kat's Kreations - a plate of food - Soul Food Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Pleased as punch. This is how I described my visit to Kat's Kreations tonight. I don't give 5 stars out that often. But when I do, it's well deserved. First off, I was pleasantly greeted as my date and I walked in the door by Mr. Nichols, one of the owners. We immediately saw on the door that they were closing at 7:00, not 8:00, as Yelp stated. The time we entered was about 6:30 PM. Most people would have gave us the side eye for walking in there 30 minutes prior to closing, but not here. They were happy to wait on us. We both ordered the grilled pork chops and Mac and cheese. I ordered the green beans; my date added stewed potatoes and yams. We both had cornbread and split the red velvet cake. Y'all....this was some of the best home cooking I've eaten in...a long time. Everything was seasoned to perfection. No need for salt here. The macaroni and cheese was creamy, with the browned cheese on top. Just like somebody's grandma makes. The grilled pork chops were juicy and flavorful AND tender. Lastly, my green beans were seasoned with just the right umph to make me want to know what they seasoned them with so I can use it at my house. My date raved the entire time about his meal. I couldn't rave about mine because I was too busy eating. Lol. Before leaving, we talked with the genius behind the scene, Mrs. Kat, the owner. They have been in the food industry many years and also cater. They are super sweet people who I really want to see do big things with this restaurant. Yep...pleased as punch is how I sum up my experience. And full. I'll be back. I hope to see you there too. read more

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I have been going here ever since they had their grand opening and been a regular ever since. The food is very affordable and you get served a good amount to boot. Not only that but the workers and owner are very genuine and very nice, they really make you feel like a family. The interior is a little small but you'll definitely want to take home and enjoy the meal they give you. To me this is the example of a really good hole in the wall restaurant with really good soul food. read more

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The food looked good and the customer service was excellent. Only problem was the stench in the place was awful and upon leaving the restaurant I saw a roach crawling on the wall. I wasted my money and was very disappointed. read more

While the food does look appetizing, it simply does not deliver in flavor. I was disappointed by the mac n cheese as it tasted like something was off about the cheese. It didn't taste like the soul food I'm used to. The beef tips and rice could've used more seasoning. However, I did enjoy the cornbread and green bean sides. read more

Delicious pork chops with gravy. Everyone is professional and kind. Enjoyed every minute of the experience.

It's nasty, idk what the food was I bought .. The meat was so nasty and black like it came off a dirty grill ! Even the sides wasn't good. Or the juice ! I was so disappointed read more

Its been a year since I last wrote a review from here that it was only fitting that I give an update on the restaurant. The restaurant and menu is still the same, but the only difference is that they added a breakfast menu which they're going to start serving up soon. My impression with the restaurant wasn't good because the moment I'd walk inside, I was hearing that sticky noise with every step. I order my usual which is meatloaf and fried okra and I wanted to try a different side item to change up my routine so I went with a side of cabbage. While waiting, I can see why it felt like something felt sticky because the floor looks like it hasn't been mop up in awhile. Normally, I wouldn't have to warm up my food since I get everything hot, but the meatloaf and cabbage was more of a lukewarm type and I stay less than two minutes from the restaurant. They got good food, I just hope there standard isn't dropping and that it was just an off day. read more

Kat's Kreations - Meatloaf with cabbage and fried okra - Soul Food Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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I really wish we could give 1/2 star ratings, because I would like to rate Kat's at 3.5 out of 5. We took a drive across town to try them out after reading great reviews about the food. (If I'm in the area, I would stop and eat here again, but it's not 30 min drive worthy for ME). After entering, we were greeted by the owners, whom were pleasant, engaging and very hospitable. After learning that we were first timers to the restaurant, the male owner welcomed us and thanked us for coming. He also made menu suggestions and raved about their lemon cake (I love sweets, so of course I purchased a slice). The food was good, although I was expecting it to be 'oh my goodness' great. I had the fried pork chop w/ yams, macaroni and cornbread. The cake tasted like a jazzed up box cake...definitely was surprised by that. read more

Sunday Satisfaction!! Ms Kat's place is the Sunday destination of everyone in the Centerpoint community, great staff and helpful to the heart, these folks provide wonderful service and fantastic food day in and day out. Best food in the land hands down. read more

Kat's Kreations - Centerpoint's premiere soul food location. Ms Kathy keeps the house packed on Sundays. - Soul Food Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Birmingham is my home and while visiting last weekend, I decided to try Kat's Kreations. I was excited because I'd heard my sister talk about this spot on more than one occasion. The restaurant is located off of CenterPoint Parkway next to Serra Cheverolet. There are a couple of other businesses in the small shopping center, so make sure you don't miss it. Let me start off with the food. The food was just 'good'. I ordered the chicken/dressing, mac and cheese and sweet potatoes. I also decided to try the peach cobbler. The food wasn't amazing, but I would go back for more. The mac and cheese is very cheesy and the chicken was seasoned very well. The sweet potatoes were perfect - not too sweet which is just how I like them. The peach cobbler was just meh. I was told the restaurant opened at 11:00 but the food wasn't ready for customers until 12:00. I was told the staff was running a bit behind (in my head: how in the world can you not have food prepared and you know customers will be waiting at your door at 11:00). This was a negative for me but after I tried the food, my nerves were calmed. The place is small and has about 6 tables. You can see directly into the kitchen which is a negative for me. My thought is cook the food, but I don't want to see how you do it. I decided to give Kat's three stars because of the lack of preparedness. I will try again when I'm in town. Hopefully the next experience will be better. Come on Kat, it looks like you have a good thing going. Hurry up and get it together. read more

So glad to discover that this spot is in the area. It is much needed. I went in after church to pick up some food because I was not feeling cooking but wanted a good Sunday dinner. From the moment I walked in, the guy at the counter made me feel welcome and wanted to help me with the menu. He wasn't overbearing; actually pretty funny. I decided (finally) on the ox tails with rice and greens. Good selection. The meat was falling off the bone and they gave me plenty. My only complaint would be that I prefer a thicker sauce/gravy with my ox tails but they have more of a juice. They were tasty though and hit the spot. The star of my meal was the peach cobbler thanks to the guy that was at the counter. He said I would enjoy it and he was so right! I will definitely be back. Gotta support a great restaurant so close to home. read more

Kat's Kreations - Ox tails, rice, greens and cornbread muffin. Not a cornbread fan but this was pretty good. - Soul Food Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I try to support new businesses but Kat's Kreations is an epic fail. About 2 months ago I went in to order 2 plates to go and a peach cobbler. The plates had collard greens, oxtails, chicken and dressing, green beans, pinto beans and cornbread. The peach cobbler had a jam texture and I wasn't even interested in trying it. The guy at the register made it seem like it was a must have. The veggies had a weird chemical taste, the chicken and dressing was gummy, the pinto beans were hard with no flavor and the oxtails, which is a higher priced item, was nothing but bones and fat with very little meat. I separated the bones in the pic so you can see what's left, It wasn't even edible. We took a loss on the meal because I didn't bother to take it back and I won't be going back to Kat's either. read more

Kat's Kreations - The food wasn't edible... see my review - Soul Food Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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We happened on this place on our way home to Texas. Everything was delicious. Soul food means fabulous southern cooking. I haven't tasted cornbread like that since my great grandmother died. It was the same recipe. The ham was glazed cut right from the bone. The beans had no salt but I didn't miss it. Everything was cooked from scratch. We are white and were welcomed with open arms from everyone involved. My husband is in a wheelchair and they went out of the way to assist him into the restroom. read more

Delicious southern food cooked to order. Generous portions at a reasonable price. You really can't beat it. Do yourself a favor and try the pork chops, you won't be disappointed! Cooked perfectly! I'll definitely be back. read more

Awwww man this is so good! I brought a plate home and my family is headed out to get them a plate and they just ate! And the prices are AFFORDABLE the proportions are enough to eat 3x if your able to stop eating read more

Eaten here several times since open staff is wonderful and open and good each time I've had it is great. Wish someway they could be open 7 days a week. The good is refreshing homecookingfrom the fast takeout that is surrounding this area. Continue doing a excellent job will continue to patronize this establishment. read more

My date birthday is coming on the month of Feb so I thought it be a great idea to have pre celebration dinner at a new restaurant. I couldn't figure out the new restuarant that was in Centerpoint area. I just broke out and just asked what restuarant you wanted to go in Centerpoint one day then she told me it's called Kats Kreation. I told her that where we're going today. We got there at 630 pm so called 30 mins before closing. My date is now fashionable late for dinner outing but unfortunately it was me that late getting home lol. Finally, we thought the closing time was 8pm but reality is 7pm. The restaurant doesn't look a original soul food. This restuarant has a whole lot of style and with a twist of grandmother pizazz. I had some tasty macaroni cheese that make you flip for joy. Baked pork chop is so succulent to the bone. Whole potato that could that will melt in your mouth and candy yams that make you clap someone else momma. This great soul food will be here for year to come on East side of Birmingham. Kats Kreation make you feel like your own grandmother house with open invitation always. read more

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Awesome polite owners. Happy I came in! Treated me like a spacial guest as I was visiting from Los Angles.

My favorite soul food spot!!!! Best place to eat real, Good, fulfilling food on the parkway read more

Kat's Kreations - Soul Food Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Phoned in my order at 7:00p ( they close at 8:00p) the gentleman on phone ended the call by asking me why did I wait til the last minute.... I simply replied I can go somewhere else he then said while laughing I'm just joking ( I'm thinking that wasn't the way you talk to someone spending money at your business.... hoping that ended everything) when my husband arrived to pick up the food the lady (assuming she was the owner) told him I was completely rude for what I said (My reply was a direct of what was said to me....) I've been here several times I don't think I'll be returning and I'll also be sharing my experience with my friends and family. read more

I was really hoping to like this spot. Hence waiting until after the second visit to review it. Well I have come to the conclusion, for good soul food, I will have to make a drive. Was hoping to like this spot for convenience alone, but the food just hasn't been good to me. This will be one of my first reviews where I don't have pictures because they just weren't worthy. The first time I tried the ox tails. I'm not a fan of thin cut oxtails, but even less of a fan of unseasoned oxtails. Nothing had flavor and I mean nothing. I ended throwing the plate away. The second time I tried chicken and dressing. I was able to eat the chicken, and that was it. The chicken was good, but nothing else. After I ate the chicken, I threw this plate away. There was a nice flow of customers, mostly ordering the fried meats. I wondered was this the way to go, but even then the sides were still below average. The parking was a breeze and the service was commendable, but the food didn't live up to expectations. read more

one of the best soul food places on the Eastside of Birmingham some of the best neckbones and corn bread dressing I have ever had I eat at lots of soul food places but this by far is the best I have ever had don't take my word just stop by and I guarantee you'll have the same exact experience she puts lots of love into her food and she's very friendly I just Love me some Mrs. Kat read more

This is a small soul food restaurant with a very welcoming owner. There were probably 8 booths and Kat wanted to make sure you were happy with your food and drink. They have a menu and daily specials as well as items not on the menu that can be cooked such as chicken wings or fried chicken. I had beef tips over rice with fried green tomatoes and fried okra with cornbread and sweet tea. They do not make unsweetened tea. The portions were very large, the tomatoes were seasons perfectly. However the okra was very crispy and really didn't have much flavor. I tasted the crispy instead of the okra. I will definitely go back and try more variety of the soul food. My friend enjoyed black eyed peas and turnip greens and told me that they were delicious. read more

It's okay. The food is cooked fresh, which means there is a bit of a wait. You need to know what days to go because they don't have the same things everyday. read more

friendly environment; I will return; food was very good. decent prices. They are closed on Saturday and Monday.