Locanda Verde
Manhattan, United States
★Awards & Recognition
James Beard Foundation Award for Best Ch… (Undetermined)James Beard Foundation Award for Best Ch… (Undetermined)Robert De Niro experiences Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's original restaurant in Los Angeles and is highly impressed by his cooking.
Partners with Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper to open the first Nobu restaurant, marking the beginning of the global empire.
Continues as a key partner and investor, driving the global expansion of Nobu restaurants and hotels worldwide.
Partners with Josh Pickard, Luke Ostrom, and Chef Andrew Carmellini to open the popular Italian-American tavern in New York City.
Robert De Niro is a celebrated American actor, film producer, and restaurateur. He is best known in the culinary world as the co-founder of the globally acclaimed Nobu restaurant empire, alongside Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. De Niro played a pivotal role in convincing Chef Matsuhisa to expand his culinary vision beyond a single restaurant, leading to a worldwide chain celebrated for its innovative Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine. He is not a chef himself but a key business partner and visionary investor in the hospitality industry.
For Nobu restaurants, customers consistently praise the innovative Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine, high-quality ingredients, elegant ambiance, and exceptional service. It's often regarded as a luxurious dining experience known for its unique flavors and fresh sushi. Locanda Verde, another of his ventures, is frequently lauded for its lively atmosphere, approachable yet refined Italian-American comfort food, and excellent brunch.
Nobu (global chain), Locanda Verde (New York City), Matsuhisa (Los Angeles, original inspiration)
Black Cod with Miso, Yellowtail Jalapeño
Robert De Niro's entry into the restaurant business was driven by his passion for food and hospitality. After discovering Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's original Matsuhisa restaurant in Los Angeles, De Niro was so impressed that he pursued a partnership, ultimately leading to the creation of the Nobu brand. His business acumen, celebrity status, and vision were instrumental in transforming Nobu into an international phenomenon, encompassing both restaurants and luxury hotels. Beyond Nobu, he has invested in and co-founded other successful New York City establishments.
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