Top Chef finalist Brian Malarkey: After 27 restaurants, I’m betting big on my hometown Portland — and we’re headed for $10 million in sales this year
- Posted on September 19, 2026
- By Fortune
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Brian Malarkey, renowned chef and Top Chef finalist with an impressive portfolio of 27 restaurants, is making a bold strategic investment in Portland, his hometown. Despite skeptics questioning the market viability, Malarkey is confidently projecting $10 million in annual sales, demonstrating his belief in the region's culinary potential and his commitment to revitalizing the local dining scene with his entrepreneurial vision and gastronomic expertise.
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