Stuart Brioza

Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski are the Chef/Owners of State Bird Provisions and The Progress in San Francisco. On December 31st 2011, after a few years of travel, exploration, and starting a family, they opened the award-wining State Bird Provisions, which has introduced a new way of thinking about dining and service. Expanding on those ideas, in December of 2014, Stuart and Nicole opened The Progress to critical acclaim. By following their own style, they are driven to consistently provide a unique environment where people can expect interesting food, distinctive wines, and meaningful service. To do this, they remain focused on, support, and respect the foundations of their businesses: their staff and purveyors. They have received the following recognition and accolades: One Michelin Star: 2014-2017 (State Bird Provisions) + 2017 (The Progress) James Beard Award: Best Chefs West 2015 (State Bird Provisions) James Beard Foundation Nominee: Best New Restaurant 2015 (The Progress) 7x7 Magazine: Eat + Drink Awards 2013 & 2014 San Francisco Business Journal Forty Under 40, Class of 2013 San Francisco Chronicle: Top 100 Restaurants 2012-2017 Zagat: The 10 Hottest Restaurants in the World (State Bird Provisions) San Francisco Magazine’s Best Chefs 2013 Tasting Table Best Pastry Chefs of 2013 James Beard Award: Best New Restaurant 2013 (State Bird Provisions) Food + Wine Magazine’s Best Chef All-Stars 2013 Bon Appetit Magazine’s Best New Restaurant of 2012 (State Bird Provisions)