Kilgore Culinary Group

Former Best New Chef to open at Transamerica Pyramid

2024-06-13

The massive redevelopment of the Transamerica Pyramid, the 48-story modernist skyscraper and office tower, is nearing its debut. When the revived building officially opens on Sept. 12, it will feature a renovated redwood tree park and two renovated adjacent commercial buildings

Brad Kilgore's Landmark Strategy

2025-12-11

When chef Brad Kilgore stepped into the redevelopment of San Francisco’s Transamerica Pyramid, it wasn’t just another opening. It was the result of a strategic shift years in the making, one that reframed how he thought about restaurants, opportunity, and longevity in a notoriously fragile industry.

Inside the Kitchen with Chef Brad Kilgore from Fine Dining Lovers

2025-12-03

A veteran of multiple three-MICHELIN-star kitchens and a former Food & Wine Best New Chef in America, Brad Kilgore now leads Kilgore Hospitality Group, with projects spanning San Francisco, Miami, Honduras, and Oaxaca.

Incredible Surface Magazine Review of ama by Brad Kilgore

2025-11-02

Tucked within the Transamerica Pyramid Center’s Redwood Park, Ama marks James Beard finalist Brad Kilgore’s second San Francisco venture—an intimate 18-seat dining room where Italian soul meets Japanese technique.

Michelin Chefs Descend on SW Florida

2025-10-27

Southwest Florida’s dining scene feels newly ambitious. Michelin-starred chefs are arriving, local talent is stretching its wings and long-loved spots are coming back stronger. From Acqua Bistecca’s lambrusco-butter steaks to the omakase counter at Omasava, this season proves the region’s appetite has grown up.

San Francisco's Biggest (and Best) Meatball from Chef Kilgore

2025-09-23

2016 F&W Best New Chef Brad Kilgore is opening his latest restaurant in the shadow of the Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco, reimagining the skyscraper as a dining destination.

Robb Report on Chef Brad Kilgore in San Francisco

2024-11-14

Brad Kilgore has been tapped to breathe life into the building, with the first of three concepts opening this week.

Inter Miami CF Announces Culinary Program with Chef Brad Kilgore

2023-09-27

Inter Miami CF is continuing its goal of elevating its fans’ experience at its world-class venue, DRV PNK Stadium, and alongside Oak View Group announced a recent revamp of the food and beverage offerings available.

Ask the Chef with Food & Wine Magazine

2019-03-25

Chopped champion Silvia Baldini remembers one of her first jobs on the line at the Ritz-Carlton in London: Peel as much garlic as possible.

SHVO Launches the Pyramid with Kilgore Culinary Concepts

2024-06-12

With the $400 million remake of San Francisco’s Transamerica Pyramid entering its final stretches, its new owner has disclosed when the iconic skyscraper will reopen to the public — and announced key partnerships meant to help activate it.