Chef Michael Mina founded the MINA Group which includes such concepts as Michael Mina in San Francisco, Bourbon Steak in D.C. and 40 other concepts across the U.S.
Mina and the MINA Group have previously been nominated for several James Beard Awards including Outstanding Service at Aqua, Outstanding Restauranteur (2015, 2016), Outstanding Restaurant at Aqua and Best New Restaurant (2010 for RN74 and 2002 for Nobhill Tavern).