Chef Neil Griggs, originally from Williamsburg, is a Culinary Institute of America graduate who managed to find his way home. His career path took him from New York to Atlanta, then Washington D.C., Charleston S.C., Maryland, and finally landed back in Williamsburg.
His journey was a most unconventional path for a Chef, as he has spent half of his career outside the kitchen. Chef Griggs’ restaurant efforts include Sutton Place Gourmet, Griggs Deli & Catering, Simply Bistro, and The Grey Hare Catering Company.
Professional efforts further outside the kitchen include CEO of T-bones Restaurant Group, GM of International C.C., and Norbeck C.C.
As the owner and head Chef of Moody’s Kitchen and Cochon on 2nd, Neil built the foundation of both establishments based on a simple formula. Buy the absolute best products available, season well, and use the best techniques. In many cases, that technique includes cooking with wood and the flavor profile of smoke.
Neil is happy to be back home in Williamsburg cooking for family and friends.