What does it really take to build restaurants that last? In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, Tracy Rathbun—restaurateur, co-founder of Dallas gems like Shinsei and Lover’s Seafood—joins host Sebastian Stahl for a raw and insightful conversation.With over 30 years of experience spanning hospitality, luxury automotive, and entrepreneurial leadership, Tracy shares how her people-first philosophy, relentless adaptability, and creative vision have kept her restaurants not just surviving—but thriving.Discover:Why self-policing teams outperform rulebooksHow to scale without losing your soul (or your values)Lessons from missteps, including what COVID taught herThe surprising secret behind her back-of-house longevityWhy independence still has an edge in today’s marketWhether you’re an aspiring restaurateur, a seasoned operator, or just hungry for real talk about building something that matters—this one’s for you.Connect with our guest: Her Restaurants: https://shinseirestaurant.com/ , https://www.loversseafoodmarket.com/ , Perch, Rathbun Curbside BBQ Social media: https://www.instagram.com/loversseafoodmarket/ Website: www.shinseirestaurant.comRestaurant Leaders Unplugged with Sebastian Stahl Follow us on social media to stay updated: Instagram: @sebastian_stahlb | @breadthrestaurantmarketingYouTube: @SebastianStahlb Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help other restaurant leaders find us!

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