Tom Colicchio whose full name is Thomas Patrick Colicchio is a celebrity chef from America who was born on August 15, 1962, in Elizabeth, New Jersey in the United States. He is a renowned personality and is mostly known for co-founding the Gramercy Tavern in New York City. He is also the co-founder of Crafted Hospitality. A personality like Tom Colicchio is a very indigenous and resourceful chef you can ever come by.

Because of his expertise in the craft, he has headed among other judges the reality show called “Top Chef” as well “Best New Restaurant”. Aside from all these Guest honors he has featured in most great shows as a judge.

When we look at Colicchio’s early life, it reveals he was born in New Jersey. He is the son of Beverly and Thomas Colicchio. When Tom commenced his career in the year the 1980s, he was a sous-chef to one Thomas Keller. His strive and determination led him to collaborate with one Danny Meyer in the year 1994 when they both came together to open the Gramercy Tavern which was situated in the Gramercy Park around Manhattan. Since then Tom started gaining heights till today.

How Many Restaurants Does Tom Colicchio Have?

Tom has over 5 Restaurants in all. Tom Colicchio is the chef and proprietor of Crafted Hospitality, which comprises the New York Craft, Temple Court, and Vallata in New York; Small Batch Los Angeles’ Craft Los Angeles; and Heritage Steak and Craftsteak in Las Vegas.