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27 Celebrity Restaurants That Are Worth A Visit

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By Hannah Doolin, and Zahra Zaidi
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Celebrities love a side hustle. Whether they're performing on stage, writing books, or coming out with their own liquor brands, the biggest stars like to keep themselves busy. And one especially popular celebrity side gig is opening a restaurant—and we're not just talking about Food Network stars. Some of our favorite restaurants across the country have some serious star power from famous directors, actors, and musicians.

Some celebrities take a more involved approach by curating the menu and restaurant design, with others prefer to invest and keep a relatively low profile. There have been plenty of restaurant concepts that have failed, but these are some of the ones that are still going strong. And you may recognize some of them and discover that they're owned by your favorite Hollywood stars. So next time you're in the mood to try some new spots, check out these celebrity restaurants.

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Ty Burrell - The Eating Establishment

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The Modern Family star took over The Eating Establishment in Park City, UT, in 2016. The local institution has been open since 1972 and still retains much of its original charm—including their beloved all-day breakfast.

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Pharrell Williams - Swan

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On top of being a Grammy-winning artist and the Men's Creative Director of Louis Vuitton, Pharrell Williams is also a partner at Swan in Miami's Design District. Since 2018, they've been serving share plates and snacks, like their famous everything bagel Parker House rolls.

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Chip And Joanna Gaines - Magnolia Table

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Visiting Waco, TX, is like Disneyland for Fixer Upper fans. And no trip to the Silos is complete without a stop at Magnolia Table. The cozy restaurant serves plenty of family favorites—including Joanna's beloved biscuits.

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Greg Nicotero and Norman Reedus - Nic & Norman's

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The Walking Dead star and the show's Emmy-winning special effects artist teamed up to open a chain of restaurants in Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky. You can order everything from brunch to burgers and discover fun photos from the set of the show along the walls.

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Channing Tatum - Saints & Sinners

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Magic Mike himself partnered with Keith Kurtz to open this New Orleans restaurant inspired by the bordellos and burlesque houses from the city's Storyville era. The menu sticks to mostly cajun fare including alligator, gumbo, and crawfish. In an effort to live up to the "Saints" part of its name, profits from the venue support various charities (both local and worldwide).

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Sandra Bullock - Walton's Fancy and Staple

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Sandra Bullock bought Walton's Fancy and Staple back in 2009, but it's been a local fave in Austin, TX, since 1969. The deli and bakery also sells flowers and gifts.

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The Jonas Brothers - Nellie's Southern Kitchen

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The Jonas family first opened Nellie's Southern Kitchen in 2016 in honor of the brothers' great grandmother. You can expect to find cozy Southern comfort food, including Nellie's famous biscuits. They opened a second location in Las Vegas in 2022.

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Ayesha Curry - International Smoke

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Cookbook author and television host Ayesha Curry teamed up with restaurateur and chef Michael Mina to open International Smoke, a barbecue spot serving globally inspired, wood-smoked meats and some pretty amazing ribs. There are locations in San Francisco and Las Vegas.

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Nicholas Braun - Ray's, Jac's on Bond, Pebble Bar, S&P Lunch

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Succession star Nicholas Braun co-owns and invests in some of New York City's hottest bars and restaurants. Ray's is an always-busy dive bar with two locations that serve draft espresso martinis. Jac's on Bond is a swanky downtown spot with a menu created by lauded chefs Jeremiah Stone and Fabián von Hauske. Pebble Bar is the prime Midtown spot for moody, upscale post-work drinks. And S&P Lunch is a revival of a classic luncheonette with an old school soda fountain and New York deli favorites. If Nicholas Braun is associated with a restaurant, it's going to be good.

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Gloria and Emilio Estefan - Estefan Kitchen

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Building on the success of their Miami Beach spot, Gloria and Emilio Estefan opened the doors to a second trendy eatery. The musical pair bring their Cuban-influenced dishes to Miami's Design District at Estefan Kitchen.

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Ludacris - Ludacris' Chicken And Beer

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Rapper and actor Ludacris is challenging the bad rap associated with airport dining with his spin on cozy comfort food. Located in Atlanta and Los Angeles, Ludacris' Chicken And Beer is the perfect place to stop by before your flights and indulge in some shrimp and grits.

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Lady Gaga - Joanne Trattoria

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She's not just an Italian girl from New York—she's part of a family business! Lady Gaga's family restaurant Joanne Trattoria in Manhattan's Upper West Side serves plenty of Italian American staples. They also host weekly drag performances every Wednesday.

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Piper Perabo - Jack's Wife Freda

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Actress Piper Perabo is an investor and co-owner of the famous New York City spot Jack's Wife Freda. The all-day bistro serves Mediterranean American food and has five locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

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Francis Ford Coppola - Cafe Zoetrope & Rustic

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Film director Francis Ford Coppola has multiple restaurant ventures. His first, Cafe Zoetrope, opened in 1999 and was named after his production company. The San Francisco restaurant serves Roman cuisine in the landmarked Sentinel Building. Rustic opened over a decade later on the grounds of his California winery and serves upscale international food.

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Eminem - Mom's Spaghetti

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If there's one Eminem lyric that everybody knows, it's the iconic line from "Lose Yourself." The rapper opened up a counter serve restaurant in his hometown of Detroit named Mom's Spaghetti. It serves exactly what you'd expect in paper takeout containers.

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Robert De Niro - Nobu, Locanda Verde, & Tribeca Grill

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Robert De Niro has serious restaurant-industry savvy. He was one of the co-founders of Nobu, alongside chef Nobu Matsuhisa. He also co-owns Locanda Verde and Tribeca Grill in New York City.

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Zach Braff - Mermaid Oyster Bar

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The Scrubs star is one of the co-owners of Mermaid Oyster Bar, a chain of seafood spots throughout New York City. You can stop by for lobster rolls or freshly shucked oysters.

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Jon Bon Jovi - JBJ Soul Kitchen

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Musician Jon Bon Jovi started JBJ Soul Kitchen as a nonprofit community restaurant where everybody can dine regardless of their financial situation. Customers can pay the suggested price, donate more to pay it forward, or get a free meal and volunteer at the restaurant. JBJ Soul Kitchen now has four locations throughout New Jersey.

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Susan Sarandon - Spin

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Actress, activist, and icon Susan Sarandon is one of the co-founders of Spin, a ping-pong social club serving elevated bar food and beverages. There are nine locations in the U.S. and Canada.

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Ryan Gosling - Tagine

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Ryan Gosling helped open Tagine in Los Angeles over two decades ago with his friends. One of his business partners and pals is chef Ben Benameur, who serves Moroccan cuisine inspired by his family's cooking.

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