EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute

EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute is a nonprofit culinary school and restaurant in Cleveland, OH, located at 12383 Cedar Road. It holds a rating of 4.60 based on customer reviews. The organization was founded in 2007 by Brandon Edwin Chrostowski, who serves as Founder, President, and CEO. Chrostowski trained under acclaimed chefs in Paris, New York, and Chicago, including at Lucas Carton, Chanterelle, Picholine, Le Cirque, and Charlie Trotter’s.

The Institute serves more than 100 students annually, maintaining a recidivism rate of less than 1%. It operates the Second Chance Life Skills Center, Family Center, Restaurant, Butcher Shop, Bakery & Diner, and Oyster Bar. The culinary program features classical French cuisine and has been featured at the James Beard House in New York. The organization extends its reach through the EDWINS Culinary Tablet Program, which brings culinary education into correctional institutions nationwide. The work of EDWINS was the subject of Knife Skills, an Academy Award-nominated documentary directed by Thomas Lennon.

The campus functions as a working classroom where students learn technique, discipline, and service alongside professionals. The Restaurant, Bakery, Butcher Shop, Diner, and Oyster Bar serve as training environments. Beyond culinary instruction, the Second Chance Life Skills Center provides wraparound support, including housing, legal services, basic medical support, clothing, literacy assistance, and job coaching. The organization also provides employment and comprehensive reentry support for formerly incarcerated adults.

EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute is guided by leaders, board members, community partners, and supporters who share a belief in opportunity, accountability, and the power of a second chance. The organization’s mission is to transform lives through culinary education, employment, and support. Customers can contact the institute at 216-921-3333 or via email at [email protected]. The Brasserie operates Monday through Wednesday from 4pm to 12pm, and Thursday through Saturday from 4pm to 2am. Sunday Brunch is served from 10am to 3pm. Fine Dining is available Tuesday through Saturday from 4pm to 10pm.

Located on Cedar Road in Cleveland, the business sits near the India Community Center and Stephen Green park, both about a tenth of a mile away.

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