Founded in 1997, The Restaurant People (TRP) has developed, managed, and operated more than 70 restaurants since its inception, delivering ground-breaking culinary and hospitality experiences that engage South Floridians and continuously exceed expectation. The premier Fort Lauderdale-based hospitality group has conceptualized and brought to life some of the most in-demand restaurants and nightlife venues in the market for over two decades, including YOLO and O Lounge, S3, Boatyard, Java & Jam, Rooftop @1WLO, TRP Taste, Casablanca Café and Rosa Sky.
TRP’s Executive Team is comprised of Tim Petrillo, co-founder/CEO; Executive Chef Peter Boulukos, co-founder/culinary director; Alan Hooper, co-founder/construction development manager; Aaron Abramoff, chief financial officer; and Stavros Florias, chief operating officer. Together, this dynamic team has helped breathe life back into the Fort Lauderdale culinary and nightlife scene for more than 20 years.