The secrets behind this restaurateur's success
About this episode
Ryan O’Donnell discusses his restaurant successes and community engagement strategies with host David Manilow.
In addition to his thriving city restaurants such as DeNucci’s, Gemini and Sophia Steak, Ryan O’Donnell has significantly impacted high-end suburban dining around Chicago. In this episode, host David Manilow talks about this and more with the founder and CEO of Ballyhoo Hospitality. Hear how O’Donnell continues to learn and evolve as he opens Zenzi Den in Glenview. Plus, he’ll share his decision-making process for future projects and how he engages in the community with taste tests before officially opening.
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