Just a Bite

$22/person

starting price

Zip code

Scheduling

Budget per person

Guest count

Responds in about 2 hours

Introduction

As the name suggests, my focus is on the small bites concept. I do not typically offer full entrees, but since I customize menus often, I am able to sometimes accommodate my clients' requests. I also offer Pasta Bar and Taco Bar options, as well as salads and mini desserts. This enables me to keep my menus fresh, be very open and flexible to my clients' ideas and needs, and give personalized service. I am passionate about food and people. This business enables me to share my food with some wonderful clients, their families, and guests. Their feedback is always invaluable and I am always grateful for being welcomed into their homes and kitchens, and being a part of their special occasions.

Overview

Hired 188 times

6 similar jobs done near you

Background checked

1 employee

8 years in business

Business hours

Sun11:00 am - 10:00 pmMon11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.

Top Pro status

Top Pros are among the highest-rated, most popular professionals on Thumbtack.

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Featured Projects

87 photos

Specialties

Cuisine(s)

, , , , , , , , ,

Event type

, , , , , , , , , ,

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.

Excellent 4.9

122 reviews

5

93%

4

3%

3

3%

2

1%

1

0%

Read reviews that mention:

Lori O.

1 month ago

·

Hired on Thumbtack

Working with Loretta made my small, last minute event as easy as I could've hoped for! She was friendly, easy to work with, & made perfect suggestions! She was punctual, did all the set up, and was great with my guests! Her food was wonderful - everyone loved it! HIGHLY recommend Just a Bite for any event!!

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • American - casual • Barbecue • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • I'm flexible

Wedding and Event Catering

Ashley S.

3 weeks ago

·

Hired on Thumbtack

SO HAPPY I found Loretta to help with the food for our baby shower! She put together a beautiful autumn menu, and adjusted to accommodate exactly what we wanted. She was able to do multiple vegan and gluten free dishes. It was the exact type of food I like to eat, and many guests were raving about the menu! We did the autumn harvest salad, gf salmon cakes, mushroom puffs, butternut squash lasagna, pumpkin chili, and turkey cranberry tea sandwiches. Unfortunately, I totally forgot to take pictures. Set up was pretty basic for the hot food - in foil trays for the sternos. Tea sandwiches were beautifully decorated with flowers and all side sauces were clearly labeled. Everything was very organized! Multiple guests asked for her contact information. I can definitely see us requesting help from Just A Bite catering again in the future!

Details: Bridal or baby shower • Lunch • American - casual • American - formal • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • No kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Jurate M.

Oct 13, 2024

·

Hired on Thumbtack

My other caterer ghosted me 12 days before my event and I was left with no food for my sister’s 85 person baby shower. Loretta responded quickly to my inquiry and was ready to help. There was a large variety of small bite options and it was hard to just pick 10. She even found me a last minute server to help out at the party. Gina was lovely and kept the buffet table stocked and helped cleaned up around the venue before and after. All of the food was fresh and delicious. The 2 foot grazing board was beautiful to look at and just as tasty. Some big hits were the beef empanadas, mini Reuben’s and the tea sandwiches. We were sad to only come home with a few leftovers. I’d call Loretta at Just a Bite for any party! Thank you!

Details: Bridal or baby shower • Lunch • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Barbecue • Mexican or Latin American • American - Southern • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • I'm flexible • No, drop off only • Community center • Yes, full kitchen • 80 - 89 guests • Serving and warming equipment • I'm flexible

Wedding and Event Catering

Lindsey C.

Oct 2, 2024

·

Hired on Thumbtack

Loretta was amazing! We planned our wedding from across the country and Loretta made sure that we had every thing we knew we needed and even thought of things we didn't actually know that we needed! Its hard to predict what people will want but she was able to provide a large variety of food for an amazing price and guide us in the the perfect direction of things we needed to host while in the back of our minds we still thought that we were totally unprepared! :) thank you for all of your advise and your hard work!! things went super smooth because of you! (she even had her staff help serve pies that my inlaws brought!)

Details: Wedding • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • American - casual • Small bites • I'm flexible • Banquet hall or ballroom • No kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • I'm flexible

Wedding and Event Catering

Amy N.

Jun 29, 2024

·

Hired on Thumbtack

Loretta was an absolute pleasure to work with. She responded right away. We wanted a Fiesta theme and she delivered exactly what we wanted. The food was great, the presentation was excellent, and there was more than enough for everyone. I recommend using Loretta for any of your events. We do not live in the area and she made it easy for us. She recommended Kelsey to be our server. Kelsey was fantastic and anticipated our every need. She made hosting enjoyable so we could talk to our guests. Thank you for a great evening!

Details: Graduation party • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Mexican or Latin American • Food stations • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, partial kitchen (fridge and sink only) • 30 - 39 guests • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Credentials

Background Check

Loretta Bozza

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Since I work primarily with small bites/appetizers, pricing is per person depending upon your needs and budget. I have a sample menu of popular choices, but I am very flexible with ideas and suggestions.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been in the restaurant/hotel/hospitality industry for 30 years. In those years I worked both the front of the house and back of the house in all areas. I managed room service and a bar and grill in a hotel and managed several restaurants in those years. I was an owner/operator in a small catering company about 20 years ago and made the decision to strike out on my own again last year. I have worked with a few event planners/caterers in Chicago and suburbs and have catered events at Ignite, Prairie Productions, Loft on Lake, and Glessner House.

Just a Bite

FAQs

Related cost information

Popular in Naperville

You might also like

In other nearby areas