A chef by trade and accomplished restaurateur, Kai Lee has become a respected figure in transforming struggling venues into celebrated dining destinations worldwide. With expertise in every aspect of restaurant management and a keen understanding of kitchen dynamics, Kai possesses a rare blend of macro and micro-level knowledge, enabling him to build new establishments and optimize pre-existing venues.

Kai’s journey began at the age of 23 under the guidance of a mentor who inspired his passion for revitalizing restaurants and creating spaces that enhance their communities. Since then, he has turned numerous underutilized locations—including one that started as a parking lot—into vibrant, profitable restaurants. His success spans across cities such as Los Angeles, New York, and even extends to international hotspots like Switzerland, Burma, and Italy, where he has brought his unique vision to life.

Known for building businesses that foster community connections, Kai has recently expanded his efforts to develop broader hospitality concepts aimed at uplifting and uniting neighborhoods. Although his impact reaches globally, he has focused much of his work on testing new ideas in New York and Los Angeles. With these venues achieving success, Kai is now poised to extend his brand of hospitality further across the U.S. and abroad, always with a commitment to culinary excellence, urban revitalization, and creating spaces that inspire connection.