More Than a Restaurant, How Ohana Grill Puts Community First with James Costello | Chef Series

Tom and Chef Mike sit down with James Costello, owner of Ohana Grill in Lavallette, a Hawaiian inspired BYOB restaurant that has become one of the most beloved dining spots on the Jersey Shore. James came into the industry through the bar side and has spent years building Ohana into a year round destination known for its food, its food truck, and its commitment to the community. In this episode James gets into the BYOB model and how it actually helps turn tables faster, the stress of staying consistent every single night, and how he uses his food truck as a testing platform for new menu trends. He also talks about spotting trends through his own kids, and what it means to deliver the same quality on a quiet Tuesday as a packed Saturday night. James also opens up about what giving back really looks like, including the work Ohana Grill did running a food drive after Hurricane Sandy and why being part of the Jersey Shore community has always been at the core of everything they do.