Known For
Mario Carbone is most known for pioneering the modern red-sauce Italian restaurant revival through his flagship Carbone concept, which has become a global benchmark for opulent, nostalgia-infused fine dining.
About
Mario Carbone co-founded Major Food Group in 2011 with chefs Rich Torrisi and entrepreneur Jeff Zalaznick, transforming their original Manhattan gem Torrisi Italian Specialties into a sprawling network of acclaimed restaurants, clubs, and hotels worldwide. As Creative Director, he personally oversees aesthetic details like custom china, playlists, and interiors that capture midcentury elegance with contemporary flair, powering hits such as Carbone, ZZ’s Club, and Contessa. In Miami, he drives the group's South Beach dominance via Carbone Miami and blockbuster activations including the Carbone Beach supper club with American Express during the May 2026 Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix. Recent ventures feature Carbone Riviera at Las Vegas' Bellagio and a fresh concept slated for London's Cambridge House hotel in 2026. His relentless pursuit of polished nostalgia has positioned Major Food Group as a hospitality titan amid rapid international expansion.
