The BanterThe Guys talk about early days of restaurant-ing and how taking reservations over the phone led to scammers as well as long-time patrons. (Francis may even cry.)The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys welcome an icon in their field: Drew Nieporent! Drew has been behind some of the most acclaimed restaurants world-wide. Listen to his experiences and stories from his decades as a restaurateur and a pioneer in hospitality. The Inside TrackThe Guys have followed Drew’s career and methods since they became restaurateurs. Whether it’s dealing with unruly guests and bartenders on the take or nuturing steadfast regulars and devoted employees, they’ve seen it all! The Guys loved the book and feel it reflects the attitude of Drew and his career.Francis: Your book is full of really amazing stories and what I like about you is, and it comes through clearly in your book, there's a lot of insight and there's a little bit of f- you. That's really part of your personality that comes through and I really like it. Drew: That's true.-Drew Nieporent on The Restaurant Guys PodcastBioDrew Nieporent is one of America’s most influential restaurateurs, the force behind Myriad Restaurant Group and the visionary who helped shape New York’s dining scene for more than three decades. Known for creating iconic destinations like Tribeca Grill, Nobu, Corton and Montrachet, he’s partnered with culinary legends and Hollywood heavyweights while championing hospitality at the highest level. His restaurants have earned Michelin stars, James Beard Awards, and global acclaim. In fall 2025 he released a memoir I'm Not Trying To Be Difficult: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches.InfoDrew’s bookI'm Not Trying To Be Difficult: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches.By Drew NieporentBecome a Restaurant Guys' Regular!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2401692/subscribeMagyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/restaurantOur Places Stage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/ To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguysReach Out to The [email protected]**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2401692/subscribe

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