Ryan Ratino

Executive Chef / Owner

An advocate of environmentally-friendly practices, in 2018 Ratino enlisted Bresca as the first and only carbon neutral restaurant in the nation’s capital by joining ZeroFoodprint, the nonprofit organization aimed at helping restaurants and diners reduce their climate impact. As part of this initiative, Chef Ratino and the team work to interlace sustainability into the daily practices of restaurant operations such as recycling, composting and sourcing products from purveyors who prioritize sustainable practices.  Chef Ryan Ratino, the mastermind behind Hive Hospitality, is a culinary virtuoso at the forefront of the dining scene. His portfolio boasts the acclaimed One MICHELIN-starred Bresca, Two MICHELIN-starred JÔNT, and the newly minted MICHELIN-starred MAASS at Four Seasons Hotel and Residences in Fort Lauderdale. With a trail of accolades to his name, including the prestigious 2023 Young Chef Award from the MICHELIN Guide, Chef Ratino stands as the country's most MICHELIN-starred chef with an impressive five stars across his establishments. Inspired by the European bistronomy movement, Bresca offers a vibrant and experimental culinary experience, while JÔNT focuses on the art of time in creating exceptional dishes. Chef Ratino's commitment to sustainability is evident through Bresca's status as the first carbon-neutral restaurant in the nation's capital, showcasing his dedication to environmental responsibility in the culinary world.