We’re not short on celebrities here in the city. Eager to invest their millions in projects outside of their passion for music/film many of these über-influencers have tried their luck as restaurateurs. The list below represents the cream of the glitterati-crop when it comes to celeb owned restaurants.
Tribeca Grill
Robert De Niro, along with restaurateur Drew Nieporent, has as stake in the Tribeca Grill steakhouse operated by Myriad Restaurant Group.
Nobu New York
Robert De Niro’s love for sushi is clear his other NYC restaurant, Nobu.
Do Wah
55 Carmine St., 212-414-1224 – www.dohwanyc.com
Quentin Tarantino co-owns Do Wah, ain intimate Korean spot in the West Village.
Mermaid Oyster Bar
Zach Braff is a co-owner of this seafood spot, started by his childhood friend Laurence Edelman.
Southern Hospitality
Justin Timberlake is one of three owners at this amazing Hell’s Kitchen barbecue Grill.
SPiN
Susan Sarandon is part owner of SPiN, part Ping-Pong club, part farm-to-table restaurant and bar.
The 40/40 Club
The Cutting Room
Chris Noth, or Mr. Big, is a silent partner in The Cutting Room, a music venue and bar.