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The Restaurant Guys

The Restaurant Guys
Cocktail Culture
Cocktails
Restaurant Industry
Wine
Italian Cuisine
Hospitality
Food and Beverage
Hospitality Industry
New York City
Culinary Arts
Chocolate
New Jersey
Mezcal
Sustainability
Bartending
Tiki Culture
Rum
Whiskey
Restaurant Management
Food & Wine Magazine

The Restaurant Guys is one of the original food and wine podcasts, launched in 2005 by restaurateurs Mark Pascal and Francis Schott.

With roots as a daily radio show, the podcast features in-depth conversations with chefs, bartenders, winemakers, authors, and hospitality professionals—offering the inside track on food, cocktails, wine, and restaurant culture.

New episodes and vintage conversatio... more

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This is a Vintage episode from 2006

Why This Episode Matters

• Long before craft beer became mainstream, Garrett Oliver was arguing that beer belonged at the fine dining table

• This 2006 conversation captures the early days of American craft brewi... more

About This Episode

Recorded in person at the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival at Crystal Springs Resort, this special episode features conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, producers and hospitality leaders shaping New Jersey’s food scene.

Featur... more

The Banter

The Guys discuss the fall of one of Mark’s old employers where you may have enjoyed a "fest."

The Conversation

The Restaurant Guys have a talk with Jacques Torres, Mr. Chocolate, while enjoying the fruits of his labor. They discuss sour... more

This is a Vintage episode from 2007.

Why This Episode Matters

• Before celebrity chefs became mainstream brands, chefs like Morou Ouattara and Gavin Kaysen were navigating what television exposure actually meant for serious working chefs.

• Morou O... more

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Recent Guests

Morou Ouattara
Chef and owner of Farrah Olivia
Farrah Olivia (Alexandria, Virginia)
Episode: The Next Iron Chef and the Reality of Restaurant Life | Morou Ouattara & Gavin Kaysen
Gavin Kaysen
Chef, El Bizcocho/San Diego; soon executive chef at Café Boulud (New York)
El Bizcocho (San Diego); Café Boulud (New York)
Episode: The Next Iron Chef and the Reality of Restaurant Life | Morou Ouattara & Gavin Kaysen
June Rodil
Master Sommelier, partner at Goodnight Hospitality Group
Goodnight Hospitality Group
Episode: The Future of Wine Service | June Rodil
Giovanni Bonmartini Fini
Owner/representative of Barone Fini winery
Barone Fini
Episode: Pinot Grigio Explained: Italian Wine Regions and Labels | Giovanni Barone | Preview
Elizabeth McCall
Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve (Brown-Forman)
Episode: Woodford Reserve and the Future of Bourbon | Elizabeth McCall
Stephanie Izard
America's Top Chef, winner of Top Chef Season 4, owner of Scylla in Chicago
Scylla (Chicago)
Episode: Winning Top Chef, Kitchen Culture, and Chicago Ambition | Stephanie Izard
Michael Cecchi-Azzolina
Maître d with decades of experience at New York City restaurants
Cecchi's Bar and Grill; author of Your Table Is Ready
Episode: The Maître d’ Was God | Michael Cecchi-Azzolina
Paul Rozin
Professor of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Why Americans Feel Guilty About Food and the French Don’t | Dr. Paul Rozin
Robby Younes
COO of Crystal Springs Resort
Crystal Springs Resort
Episode: The New Jersey Wine & Food Festival and Destination Hospitality | Robby Younes

Hosts

Mark Pascal
Co-owner of Stage Left and Catherine Lombardi Restaurants, and Co-host of one of the longest-running food and wine podcasts, Mark Pascal brings insightful perspectives from his extensive experience in the restaurant industry.
Francis Schott
Co-owner of Stage Left and Catherine Lombardi Restaurants, and Co-host, Francis Schott draws on years of culinary expertise to engage guests and discuss the intricacies of food and wine culture.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 185 ratings
  • Great listen

    Always enjoy hearing about the finer things in life

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian Gallagher 90
    United States9 months ago
  • New year’s at stage left

    Have come for 9 years for New Years good food best Service !! Great fireworks!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kitty71cr
    United Statesa year ago
  • Restaurant Guys

    Listening to The Restaurant Guys is the next best thing to hanging out with Francis and Mark at their restaurants in New Brunswick (Stage Left Steak and Catherine Lombardi. Francis Schott and Mark Pascal, partners for 30 years, are two of the brightest and most genuine human beings I know and amongst the best proprietors in this industry. Their total ease and lively conversation bring out the best stories from the top chefs, bartenders and owners in the hospitality business. Their passion for th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kingcocktail
    United States2 years ago
  • Informed, intelligent & fun conversation with people in the restaurant industry and beyond.

    Podchaser
    5
    Spetzi
    2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    So happy they have resurrected this Podcast…..

    Great listen from guys who own two great restaurants!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PMDI
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and personal anecdotes that make topics accessible and enjoyable.
Many express excitement about the return of the podcast, noting the relevance and timelessness of the discussions.
The chemistry between the hosts provides a comfortable listening experience, filled with humor and thought-provoking conversations.
Audience members appreciate guest appearances from well-known figures in food and drink, enhancing the podcast's credibility and appeal.
Feedback highlights the blend of lightheartedness with serious culinary topics, contributing to a rich listening experience.
Listeners value the expert insights into wine and hospitality culture, making it a must-listen for food enthusiasts and industry professionals.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#111
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#225
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#200
France/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#223
Germany/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#243
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#57
Chile/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Next Iron Chef and the Reality of Restaurant Life | Morou Ouattara & Gavin Kaysen
Q: So, Gavin, you were one of the youngest guys out there on this particular show, weren't you?
Gavin explains how being younger was both a disadvantage in terms of life experience and an advantage in competition, because it allowed him to surprise peers with his cooking and drive through challenges.
Woodford Reserve and the Future of Bourbon | Elizabeth McCall
Q: What does a master distiller do?
The master distiller leads all liquid innovation, including grain recipes, finishing, yeast management, and process controls, while ensuring core products stay true to their established flavor profile and quality standards.
Winning Top Chef, Kitchen Culture, and Chicago Ambition | Stephanie Izard
Q: What part of the competition felt most telling about your approach as a chef?
Staying true to your style under pressure, while leveraging mentorship from seasoned chefs, is key to delivering your best work.
Winning Top Chef, Kitchen Culture, and Chicago Ambition | Stephanie Izard
Q: What was it like having Eric Ripert as a sous-chef on the finale?
It was surreal and inspiring; we learned, adapted, and often had to adjust to maintain our own voice while benefiting from their expertise.
Winning Top Chef, Kitchen Culture, and Chicago Ambition | Stephanie Izard
Q: How relevant do you find Top Chef to an actual restaurant experience?
The challenges mirror real restaurant pressures, from leadership to precise execution, but some segments feel like television fabrications; overall it reflects many industry truths.

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Conversations among experienced restaurateurs offer insights into food, wine, and restaurant culture. The discussions extend beyond mere culinary topics and often explore personal anecdotes, cultural shifts in dining, and the evolution of the hospitality industry. Expect engaging stories from a diverse lineup of guests, including celebrated chefs, authors, and industry insiders, discussing trends from sustainable seafood practices to tales of the cocktail renaissance. With both new episodes and throwbacks to previous conversations, listeners benefit from the accumulated wisdom and humor of hosts, along with significant guests who share their experiences in an accessible and entertaining format.

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The Restaurant Guys launched 2 years ago and published 213 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Restaurant Guys include:

1. Morou Ouattara
2. Gavin Kaysen
3. June Rodil
4. Giovanni Bonmartini Fini
5. Elizabeth McCall
6. Stephanie Izard
7. Michael Cecchi-Azzolina
8. Paul Rozin

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