We believe food is better if it’s real, so we use the most natural ingredients we can find.

Always local, organic whenever possible.

·        Openness and Vulnerability. Information is open internally by default and sharing is a first principle.

·        We love people, culture and community. Our passion for caring and connection is genuine.

Challenging the way things have been.

·        Our mission is to do right by people and planet. Protect the planet. We only got one earth, so we believe we have an obligation to do our part to preserve the environment.

·        We promote a healthy work/life balance from the start

·        We are committed to diversity and cultural awareness through continued education, mentorship, and community outreach.

·        We also aim to raise the bar in sustainability. Our goal is to be a zero waste company by composting and recycling nearly everything. We don’t have to do this, but it’s what we believe is right.

·        Profitability allows us to re-invest in our restaurants, give back and create opportunities for growth. We must sustain our business in order to continue be a successful employer and a strong pillar in the industry. Profitability leads to possibility.

·        Operating our concept in a manner that makes all of our stakeholders happy, from our suppliers and restaurant teams to guests and communities.

·        We serve the person who is serving the guest.

·        Employees who understand the value of what they’re doing and who aren’t drained by anxiety and conflict will produce more, and better, work.

·        Fair Pricing. Fair Wages.

·        We promote team member growth and happiness. We help our employees develop professionally, and we value promotions from within.

·        We practice win-win partnerships with our suppliers.

·        We believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, making good on your commitments, and living up to your ideals.

·        Our guests are at the center of our business, so we are dedicated to the art of personalized, genuine hospitality.

·        We strive to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors and our broader community. Sharing our time and resources and hosting or participating in events is an important part of our mission.

·        We focus on empowering generations of color to win in life, financially, and in the pursuit of their entrepreneurial dreams.

·        We believe that businesses can, and should, help affect positive change in their local communities.

·        As a growing company, we provide opportunities to those who want to seek a new challenge in a different role or location.

·        Dedicated to bridging the gap between underprivileged students and the working culinary community. We're helping them access to a culinary education and provide them with various externships, mentorships and career opportunities.

·        We work to continuously improve our practices to be more environmentally sustainable.

·        The food is uncomplicated and not advertised on our menus with pretentious language.

·        We’re proud to empower those doing good in our communities, and we encourage you to do the same.

·        Through a genuine, human approach to hospitality, we provide exceptional service, pushing ourselves to exceed our guests' expectations every day.

·        We are always striving to do and be better.

·        We value openness and curiosity to learn from anyone, anywhere

·        We side eye arrogance and pretense

·        We believe The tendency to impress, dominate or limit the freedom of others in order to prove yourself diminishes the inner experience of worth, dignity and peace of mind.

·        Let the work speak for itself and Always show gratitude.