We all know famous celebrity chefs who own their own restaurants and we may even have been lucky enough to have booked a table at a couple of them. Wolfgang Puck's restaurant at Hotel Bel-Air is a prime example, as is the Savoy Grill in London, owned by Gordon Ramsey. But did you know that many other restaurants are owned by celebrities that you may not be aware of? From Zach Braff's Oyster Restaurant to ..., here's a list of celebrity-owned restaurants you should put on your must-see list.
Saints and Sinners - Channing Tatum
You might be surprised to learn that this popular New Orleans restaurant and bar is owned by the star of Step Up and White House Down!
This place is as lively and atmospheric as you'd expect - the menu includes dishes like Fried Alligator Tale, Jambalaya, and other Southern dishes. The drink menu is particularly noteworthy, with a variety of specialty drinks and cocktails, including the ever popular Dirty Martini!
Tagine - Ryan Gosling
Located in the Beverly Hills area, Tagine is owned by the La La Land star and offers sumptuous Moroccan-inspired dishes to legions of her fans. The restaurant has a romantic atmosphere and glows by candlelight over the city as night falls: diners can relax on mountains of soft cushions while enjoying delicacies such as North African stew and chocolate soup.
Locanda Verde - Robert De Nero
De Nero actually owns several restaurants across the United States, with Locanda Verde being the most recent to open from the star's collection; It has already gained a cult following for its hearty sharing plates of delicious and authentic Italian foods. The dining room is cozy and warm, with exposed brick, tall windows, and lots of dark wood and brightly colored metals incorporated into the restaurant chairs. This style serves as a simple and elegant backdrop for food that looks as good as it tastes - lamb meatballs, octopus salad, and roast duck with rustic potatoes are just a few of the treats you'll need to choose from. . And if you're visiting for an evening date, completing dinner with the Warm Cherry Pie for two is perfect. And for those guests who really want to push the boat out, Locanda Verde offers a private dining room that seats up to sixty guests.
Au Fudge - Jessica Biel
Parents with young children will love this ultra family-friendly restaurant designed and owned by the actress. All ingredients are natural and organic, and the menus promote healthy options. In addition, the restaurant has a designated creative space for children to play under the supervision of the au pairs employed by the property. Kids (and adults!) Can also enjoy a trip to the Au Fudge Craft Market before setting off for delicious hand-made treats.
Soul Kitchen - Jon Bon Jovi
Now with two locations in his native New Jersey, Soul Kitchen has proven to be a way for the rock superstar to give back to the community that raised him. Designed to be a community dining experience, these restaurants are unique in that there are no pricing features on the menu. Instead, guests pay what they can afford and are happy to do so. The concept behind Soul Kitchen is to fight hunger and dignify people, even in the face of poverty or other kinds of hardship, so that they can get a nutritious meal.
At the same time, these certificates can also be purchased by paying diners to further help support these wonderful-minded establishments.
Little Pine - Moby
Located in Los Angeles's trendy Silver Lake area, songwriter Moby's restaurant embodies what matters most to him: food, community, veganism, architecture and design. Blending Mediterranean and Californian cuisine, Little Pine offers an all vegan menu that focuses on seasonal and sustainable dishes in a beautiful space. Featured dishes include spring risotto and mushroom bourguignon. Mermaid
Oyster Bar - Zach Braff
Star of Garden State and the comic series Scrubs, Braff opened the Mermaid Oyster Bar a few years ago with his old friend chef Laurence Edelman: it has become an extremely popular and highly regarded place. He has celebrities like Harry Styles as loyal customers. As you'd expect from the name, oysters feature prominently on the menu - you can find them in sixteen varieties here! Lobster fritters and fish tacos are also top sellers.
Zoom - Robert Redford
Located on the site of a former Union Pacific train depot in Utah, the Redford restaurant has focused on creating a relaxed atmosphere and serving guests hearty American fare since opening in 1995.
Choose from a variety of appetizers: Tomahawk pork chop, five-spice braised rib, cheese tortellini, and local Utah trout. Room for more? How about Warm Blueberry and Cranberry Cobbler, or Dark Chocolate Decadence ... or both?
Do Hwa - Quentin Tarantino
The old movie posters adorning the walls of this Korean restaurant in New York might make you wonder if the place is owned by someone with a connection to the world of cinema ... and you would be right! Legendary director Quentin Tarantino owns Do Hwa.
Rightfully so, many theatrical elements and entertaining dramas are on display here; guests can co-create their own grilled dishes at their table. There's also a tasting menu to try, which includes offerings like pajun (seafood pancake), spicy bulgogi (marinated beef strips), and a selection of à la carte meals.
Southern Hospitality - Justin Timberlake
Not to be outdone by his wife, Jessica Biel, who also appears on this list, the singer-turned-actor opened this New York restaurant in 2007. The property showcases the best of Southern cuisine, highlighting the fiery flavors of Memphis, Tennessee, where Timberlake grew up. Now a second Southern Hospitality restaurant has opened in Colorado, so the star is doing something right when it comes to the food industry!
Baby ribs and slow cooker brisket are just a few examples of comfort foods you can enjoy here.