Aaron Gersonde

Aaron Gersonde is a restaurant founder and operator known for building high-level hospitality concepts from the ground up.

Over the course of his career, he has launched and operated a wide range of restaurants, cocktail bars, and hospitality ventures—from Michelin-starred fine dining to internationally recognized cocktail lounges and large-scale restaurant concepts. His work has been recognized globally, with accolades including Michelin stars, top cocktail bar rankings, and national media features.

Aaron’s expertise lies in turning ideas into operationally sound, revenue-generating businesses. From site selection and buildout to menu development, staffing, and financial structure, he has been directly involved in every stage of restaurant creation—often under high-pressure, real-world conditions.

Opening A Restaurant: The Frontline Guide is a direct reflection of that experience—a no-nonsense, behind-the-scenes look at what it actually takes to open and operate a restaurant successfully.

He continues to partner with founders, investors, and hospitality groups to build and scale concepts across the country.