Bobby Flay, born Robert William Flay in 1964, is an American chef and restaurateur known for his dynamic presence in both the culinary world and on television. He was born and raised in New York City, specifically in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. From a young age, Flay showed an interest in cooking and began working in the food industry as a teenager after dropping out of high school at 17. His first job was at Baskin-Robbins, and he later worked in the kitchens of Joe Allen Restaurant. The restaurant’s owner, Joe Allen, recognized Flay’s potential and helped him enroll at the French Culinary Institute (now the International Culinary Center).
Bobby Flay attended the International Culinary Center, where he graduated in 1984 with a degree in culinary arts. After graduation, he started working as a sous-chef, gaining experience at several establishments including Brighton Grill, Miracle Grill, and Bud and Jams. His talent and dedication caught the attention of restaurateur Jerome Kretchmer, who invited Flay to become a partner at Mesa Grill. In 1993, Flay partnered with Laurence Kretchmer to open Bolo Bar and Restaurant in New York City.
Flay’s restaurant empire expanded quickly. He opened his first Las Vegas restaurant in 2004, followed by Bar Americain in Manhattan in 2005. Additional Mesa Grill locations opened, including one in the Bahamas. He also launched Bobby Flay Steak in Atlantic City. Although he has received several prestigious culinary awards throughout his career, he has not been awarded a Michelin star personally; however, his restaurants have been critically acclaimed and successful.
| Birth Date: | 10 Dec, 1964 |
| Age: | 55 yrs |
| Occupations: | Restaurateur Cook Chef |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | New York City |
| Education: | International Culinary Center |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American celebrity chef, restaurateur and reality television personality |
| Spouse: | Stephanie March[2005-2015] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 60 million |
