11 Best Celebrity-Owned Restaurants In America

Be it actors, musicians, or fashion designers, most celebrities are creative souls who love to express themselves through art. And no matter who you are, you appreciate food, a wonderful type of art, at least three times a day. That's just one reason celebrities love opening their own restaurants — a slew of stars have them, ranging from Ralph Lauren to Eminem. Of course, celebrities don't own restaurants purely for altruistic reasons. Some are interested in diversifying their net worth, as owning restaurants can be an ideal way to make money and keep stars in the public eye. Others, already flush with more cash than they know what to do with, just want a high-end spot to hang out with their famous friends. Celebrities love opening amazing hotels, too. 

However, since many celebrities don't have the hospitality backgrounds of competing restaurateurs, lots of eateries with famous faces behind them fall flat in everything from food to service. But we can't say the same for the restaurants on this list. These eateries across the U.S. owned by celebrities stun when it comes to feedback, garnering at least 4 stars through hundreds of reviews on sites such as Tripadvisor and Google. We rounded them up so you superfans know which to hit and which to miss. Here's what we found.

With a net worth of $3.5 billion, former NBA star Michael Jordan has every means to live the high life. But judging by his co-ownership of 1000 North, a New American eatery on the shores of the Loxahatchee River in Jupiter, Florida, he wants to share it, too. Jordan runs the restaurant with views of the Jupiter Lighthouse alongside plenty of other stars. Some of the big names behind the chic Sunshine State respite include former New York Giants Tucker Frederickson, golf star Ernie Els, and tennis powerhouse Serena Williams. 

The star appeal extends beyond the roster at 1000 North. Customers can arrive at their reservations via boat, as the restaurant has a 350-foot dock. Plus, it has an invitation-only club that allows guests access to a personal dining room, a chef's table, a lounge, and more. However, it'll cost you an initial membership fee of $5,000 and an annual payment of $5,000.

But if you're just looking for a taste of luxury for the night, reserve a table in the wood-lined dining room, the trendy bar, or the outdoor terrace. With 4 stars and more than 200 reviews on Tripadvisor, you're nearly guaranteed an excellent meal no matter where you sit. One past visitor wrote on Tripadvisor, "After the fantastic meal we enjoyed, I wish I lived closer. The place is great. Enjoyed the atmosphere: nice, modern, [and] not stuffy."

Like the plot of a rom-com, one famous couple who started as close friends got married and now own a cozy coffee shop in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Ashley Iaconetti, a former "Bachelor" contestant, and Jared Haibon, a former "Bachelorette" contestant, met on "Bachelor in Paradise." They have created their own paradise near where Haibon was raised. Audrey's Coffee House and Lounge serves drinks with playful nods to the reality show duo, like the "Most Dramatic Mocha Ever" and the "Here for the Wrong Reasons Nutella Latte." And in yet another homage to the hit shows, it also serves a coffee brand made by former Bachelor star Ben Higgins. Besides coffee, Audrey's Coffee House and Lounge also serves pastries, sandwiches, charcuterie, small plates, and cocktails.

Fans of the stars will especially love the shop's personal touches. Audrey's Coffee House and Lounge was named after Iaconetti's beloved mom, and Haibon's dad is the manager. On the wall is a painting of the married couple's dog. But this shop isn't resting on its famous connections, as it has 4.5 stars on Google garnered from more than 200 reviews. "A highlight of Rhode Island. Jared and team make you feel at home," wrote one reviewer on Google. "Everything we had was great (especially the ice tea and s'mores chai latte) and we are excited to come back on our next trip."

Located just 90 miles from Cuba, the Sunshine State has long been a little Cuba. It's home to 64% of all Cuban-Americans (per the Pew Research Center), including two very famous ones: Gloria and Emilio Estefan, a musical power couple who have been married for decades. But they might love food as much as music since they've owned six restaurants over the years. One of their most beloved establishments is Estefan Kitchen, which has locations in Miami, with one at Kissimmee Promenade at Sunset Walk. The Miami location opened in 2017 and was even named one of the best restaurants in the city by CNN Travel. 

The eatery has earned 4 stars on Tripadvisor through more than 300 reviews. One reviewer wrote on Tripadvisor, "Excellent entertainment and ambience. Food was magnificent! Service was awesome! I highly recommend for a couple's night out, birthday dinners, and celebrations!"

In true Estefan family style, Estefan Kitchen offers live music and entertainment alongside authentic Cuban dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. Expect to dine on modern takes on Cuban eats made from family recipes, such as paella, braised short ribs, and vaca frita. They're served in a space inspired by 1950s Cuba, with colorful touches like mosaic murals and an art deco column. And just outside the Miami location at the eatery's al fresco bar, customers will be surrounded by even more artwork, as it's in the art-friendly Design District.

Every year, the cost of dining out increases. But people battling food insecurity and those looking for a night out on the town can enjoy a meal at Jon Bon Jovi's JBJ Soul Kitchen. The community-based, pay-it-forward restaurant was founded by Jon Bon Jovi and his wife, Dorothea Bongiovi, and has locations in Red Bank and Toms River, New Jersey. 

Since the eateries opened, 57% of visitors have earned their meals by volunteering, while 43% have paid for them in donations and helped pay a meal forward. For a three-course meal at JBJ Soul Kitchen, customers can pay a $20-suggested donation for lunch or a $30-suggested donation for dinner. They can also volunteer. Volunteers can work in the kitchen or on-site gardens. To further assist in-need patrons, no reservations are accepted, and people with food insecurity are seated first.

But don't expect a discount-quality meal here. JBJ Soul Kitchen's menus change biweekly and offer foods such as chicken cordon bleu, sweet potato chili, and beef stroganoff. With 5 stars and nearly 400 reviews on Tripadvisor, JBJ Soul Kitchen couldn't have better feedback. One Tripadvisor user wrote, "[...it's] a welcoming and friendly place for ALL diners ... the food is not just good; it's amazing. Best restaurant I've ever experienced, palate and soul."

We all know that Chip and Joanna Gaines are talented at flipping houses due to their hit HGTV show "Fixer Upper." Apparently, they're pretty good at fixing up meals, too. The home improvement power couple owns Magnolia Table, an all-day American restaurant in Waco, Texas. Fittingly, Magnolia Table was also a fixer-upper. It was formerly an iconic diner dating back to 1919 before it fell victim to a devastating tornado. However, the Gaines rescued the once-defunct space and brought it back to life as a restaurant again in 2018. They even documented it in an episode of "Fixer Upper." 

Now, Magnolia Table serves classic dinner dishes with modern kicks like smash burgers, apple crisp, green beans amandine, and fried onions stacks. For those on the go, the eatery also has a quick-service coffee, pastry shop, and a gift store. Magnolia Table also offers breakfast and lunch since Chip has always dreamed about founding a morning and midday eatery. These days, it's a dream his patrons enjoy, too. 

Magnolia Table has 4.5 stars from more than 1,300 reviews on Tripadvisor. "I cannot say enough good things about Magnolia Table," one Tripadvisor user wrote. "This was our 3rd visit over the past five years, and it has always been amazing. Great food, great service, beautiful atmosphere — a real gem!" In addition to their food endeavors, Chip and Joanna Gaines own a luxury hotel that HGTV fans will love.

Unlike many of the restaurants on this list, the longtime Mermaid Oyster Bar in Greenwich Village, New York City, doesn't widely advertise its celebrity status. However, one of its owners is "Scrubs" star Zach Braff, who has known Mermaid Oyster Bar's chef since he was a teen, explaining his investment in the food spot. The seafood eatery serves fares like lobster rolls, fish tacos, fish and chips, and raw bar items.

Diners will enjoy these delicious meals in a casual, upscale space lined with white brick and wood floors. The Mermaid Oyster Bar has several sister restaurants throughout the Big Apple. Braff has shared a few tidbits on social media about his seafood spot over the years. He posted a photo of an affogato on Instagram in 2017 and announced that the restaurant had won a Time Out award on Facebook in 2010. The star isn't the only fan of the beloved restaurant. 

Through nearly 300 reviews, Mermaid Oyster Bar has 4.5 stars on Tripadvisor. "Love love love this place," one Tripadvisor user wrote. "The food is amazing, especially the chowder, lobster roll, and scallops. Oh, and I can't forget the delicious oysters! The service is exceptional and this [restaurant has] become one of our favorite regular dining experiences whenever we go to New York."

If you're a millennial who grew up listening to Eminem, you probably know the lyrics to his 2002 hit song "Lose Yourself" by heart. It includes the notorious lines, "His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy, there's vomit on his sweater already, mom's spaghetti." But the lyrics are more than a feature in the movie "8-Mile." They've also inspired a restaurant, as Eminem opened Mom's Spaghetti in 2021 in Detroit, where he grew up. 

It all started four years prior when Eminem began offering pop-ups of his restaurant. Demand was so strong that a storefront was born. The short menu offers items such as spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread, and spaghetti sandwiches, the latter of which Eminem enjoyed as a kid. Mom's Spaghetti is open until midnight every day, so those looking for a snack after a rap battle can always find it. Detroit is, after all, one of the best cities for live music.

The menu is small but mighty, and Mom's Spaghetti has more than 2,400 Google reviews and 4.4 stars. "I came about a 4-hour drive from Ontario, Canada with three kids that loved everything so we will be coming back again," one Google user wrote. "Meatballs were large and cooked well, sauce tasted great, even the garlic bread was soft." Mom's Spaghetti fare is so good that the restaurant was invited to serve at the 2022 Super Bowl.

Undead characters in "The Walking Dead" have an appetite that would turn our stomachs, but a pair of the show's cast have finer tastes. That's evident in Nic & Norman's, which is owned by "The Walking Dead" actor Norman Reedus and director Greg Nicotero. The restaurant has five locations in Chattanooga, Tennessee; Lexington, Kentucky; Louisville, Kentucky; Senoia, Georgia (where "The Walking Dead" was filmed), and Greenville, South Carolina. All of the locations are housed in historic buildings with a unique allure. Customers will find casual American eats on the menu, such as barbecue pork sliders, pickle fries, brisket mac and cheese, fried chicken pot pie, and pimento bacon burgers.

But sorry, Walking Dead fans, you won't see any nods to the show at Nic & Norman's. You will, however, find items personally loved by Reedus and Nicotero, including the burgers Norman's Pick and Greg's Pick. Nic and Norman's has 4.5 stars on Tripadvisor from more than 800 reviews. One Tripadvisor user wrote, "Delicious food and a cozy but still cool vibe. Servers were attentive without being overbearing and the brunch was great! ... Next time I'm in the area, there won't be a need to try anything else. Definitely a not to be missed place to eat."

Fashion isn't the only way Ralph Lauren showcases his taste for classic American elegance. The designer owns several food businesses, but only one is so good that it's next to the Polo Ralph Lauren flagship store on Fifth Avenue in New York City. The Polo Bar serves American foods like burgers made with beef from Lauren's farm, crab cakes, Dover Sole, wild salmon, and the designer's surprising favorite, corned beef sandwiches. It's all served by waitstaff outfitted in Ralph Lauren attire. 

Guests are expected to look just as chic, as the restaurant has an upscale dress code. It's so exclusive here that reservations are required and can only be made up to one month in advance. Private dining is also available for guests looking for an A-list experience. Seeking a taste of Lauren that's less high-end? Check out the designer's coffee shop just down the block.

The Polo Bar opened in 2015, and since then, it has acquired rave reviews. The restaurant has more than 670 reviews and 4.5 stars on Tripadvisor. "What [an] amazing experience. Decor is exactly as you would expect from Ralph Lauren. Rich wood and fabrics," one Tripadvisor user wrote. "Our food was excellent. I had the burger which was one of the best I have ever had."

Besides having a television empire, Giuliana and Bill Rancic own a restaurant empire, too. Throughout Chicago, Las Vegas, and Washington D.C., the couple owns RPM Italian, RPM Steak, and RPM Seafood. This comes as no surprise, considering Giuliana's background. The woman who has been a face in entertainment, fashion, and beauty for years was born in Italy, and food was always important to her.

With nearly 1,000 reviews and 4.5 stars on Tripadvisor, RPM Steak in Chicago is a standout. One Tripadvisor user wrote, "Is this heaven? No ... it's RPM Steak! Without a doubt one of the best steak places I've ever been to. Arguably the best in Chicago. I'd be there every week if I could." Celebrities agree, as RPM restaurants have been visited by the Obamas, the Biebers, and Lady Gaga. Check out other places in Chicago where celebrities are often spotted.

RPM Steak offers more than 20 cuts of steak sourced from international butchers, including Australian tomahawk, Japanese wagyu, and Texas ribeye. The restaurant has been a staple of the Windy City since 2014, as the Rancics are part-time Chicago residents. The colossal eatery can seat 350 guests in traditional steakhouse digs that feature a sunken dining room. Visitors can also take a bit of RPM Steak home with them, as the restaurant sells its steak salt, gift boxes, and candles.

Ryan Gosling's Beverly Hills restaurant, Tagine, gives ladies a new reason to swoon over him. Gosling has co-owned the Moroccan restaurant since 2004 after he partnered with chef and Moroccan native Ben Benameur. The stars first aligned when Gosling and Benameur met at a catering event. Gosling was so impressed with his new friend's culinary skills that the two decided to open their own eatery. Since then, it's attracted a slew of celebrities, such as Salma Hayek, Keanu Reeves, and Richard Gere, although it remains a hidden gem. 

You might even spot Gosling there if he's not on the underrated European island Hollywood stars love. Regular folks clamor for Tagine, too. Tagine has nearly 300 reviews on Google and 4.6 stars. One Google user wrote, "This place is by far the best restaurant in the area, and I won't be exaggerating [by] saying it's the best in LA. My family is Moroccan, so I know Moroccan food by heart. This place is authentic and keeps high standards for flavors and quality."

Some of the staple dishes at Tagine are chicken bastilla, which are slow-cooked meat and vegetables cooked in pots (dough stuffed with chicken, sweet almonds, and tagines). Visitors can try it with the $75 to $145 tasting menus or order fare à la carte. It's all served in an intimate space, as Tagine has just eight tables.

Rounding up the best celebrity-owned restaurants is like finding a wayward hair on your dinner plate, but when you find it, you know it. That's because tons of celebrities, including many you wouldn't expect, try their hand at the hospitality biz. That's why there are so many celebrity-owned businesses you can visit while on a road trip. Unfortunately, many are unsuccessful, as celebrity-owned restaurants sometimes fail to live up to their hype. Those who succeed in the food world showcase that it's not all about increasing their net worth but that they understand the importance of quality service and delicious food.

Explore rounded up the best celebrity-owned restaurants in America by turning to those who know them best: their customers. We took to reviewing sites like Google and Tripadvisor to see which eateries had the best reviews as well as the most from past patrons. That means that all the restaurants on this list have at least 4 stars and hundreds of reviews to back them up.