Vinny Dotolo: Jon & Vinny’s

Food
Written By Patrick Tanahan
Vinny Dotolo, Jon & Vinny's, Joint Venture Restaurant Group, The Founder Hour, Podcast, Interview

Vinny Dotolo is a Los Angeles-based chef and restaurateur, recognized for his contributions to the city’s food scene. He is the chef and co-owner of Jon & Vinny’s and Helen’s Wines, with locations in Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Fairfax, Slauson, Studio City, and globally. He also operates Cookbook Market in Echo Park, Highland Park, and Larchmont Village, along with Carmelized Productions, a full-service catering company.

Vinny has been accredited with several awards including Food & Wine’s Best New Chef (2009) and James Beard (2016) for “Best Chef West” for animal restaurant, which closed in 2023. Beyond the kitchen, he is an active supporter of many charities including No Kid Hungry, Alex’s Lemonade, and Baby2Baby.

 

Vinny Dotolo: @animalvinny
Jon & Vinny’s: @jonandvinnydelivery
The Founder Hour: @thefounderhour
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