Sabrina Boudreau-Gullace: The Heart and Hustle Behind Park Social

In this episode of Grit Won't Quit, Tom sits down with Sabrina Boudreau-Gullace, owner of Park Social in Neptune, NJ. Sabrina shares what it's like running a new restaurant with a welcoming bistro vibe — without boxing herself into a niche. She talks about sourcing quality ingredients from local suppliers like Butcher Block and Atlantic Offshore, facing the pressures of the restaurant industry, and developing the resilience needed to handle its challenges during her first year in business. As a woman-owned business, Sabrina opens up about striving to be an inspiration, focusing on customer experience, and building a positive work environment — even if it means closing two days a week to take care of her staff. She also discusses how she's navigating challenges like inflation, food critics, and the reality that everything in the business ultimately falls on her shoulders. Her message to other entrepreneurs and women chasing their dreams: "You can do it."