Bar Amá

Josef Centeno, a trailblazing chef and restaurateur from San Antonio, Texas, is celebrated for redefining the culinary landscape of Downtown Los Angeles with his innovative, multi-concept approach. Known for blending bold flavors and global influences, Centeno has built an empire of acclaimed restaurants—including Bäco Mercat, Orsa & Winston, and Bar Amá—and is also a successful cookbook author. His and his restaurants’ numerous accolades, which include a Michelin star for Orsa & Winston and a James Beard Award Best Chef nod, highlight his creative vision and commitment to pushing boundaries in modern cuisine.