Internationally renowned chef and World Central Kitchen founder, José Andrés has announced his new venture will be in the hotel sector.
To be called The Bazaar House by José Andrés, the 67-room luxury hotel will feature an exclusive penthouse private membership club, multiple food & beverage venues and a signature restaurant.
Located at 3000 M Street in Washington D.C’s Georgetown, The Bazaar House by José Andrés is scheduled to open in 2027.
“Thirty years ago when I came to Washington DC as a young chef, I knew that this city was a perfect place to bring people together over food. It’s one of the beating hearts of America, a place where I knew I could meet anyone and do anything, starting with a great meal.
“Like restaurants, hotels have a remarkable ability to transport us, provide a welcome retreat and become a unifying anchor in our community.
“Well, now I’m so happy to start a new chapter with The Bazaar House in Georgetown, an amazing opportunity to welcome people to my city in an entirely new way,” said Andrés.
Luxury Hotels
The José Andrés Group encompasses twenty brands, 40 restaurants, bars, and lounges, an Emmy-award winning show and New York Times best-selling book. A creative force in the hospitality world, José Andrés Group is teaming up with Thor Equities, a global developer with a diverse portfolio including luxury hotels like the Ritz-Carlton and Four Seasons.
Thor Equities dedicated seven years to obtaining local municipality approvals for the project, and their commitment to quality and innovation aligns seamlessly with José Andrés Group’s vision for The Bazaar House.
“We are thrilled to be involved in a project that honours Georgetown’s rich history and also establishes an exciting new destination for the local community and visitors from around the world.
“The private membership club aspect is particularly compelling, as it is designed to connect thought leaders and foster a sense of community curated by José Andrés Group, where local and global guests will be able enjoy exclusive experiences, entertainment venues, and more. With strong roots in D.C., Jose Andres Group is the perfect operator for this venture, and we look forward to collaborating,” said Chairman and CEO of Thor Equities Group, Joe Sitt.
Food Trucks & Michelin Stars
With 40 restaurant concepts in Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando and Washington D.C, The Bahamas and the United Arab Emirates, José Andrés restaurants offer culinary experiences that span from food trucks to world-class tasting menus, including the two Michelin starred minibar by José Andrés in Washington, D.C.
Andrés himself is an internationally recognised culinary innovator, New York Times bestselling author, educator, television personality, and humanitarian, twice named one of Time’s “100 Most Influential People,” and awarded “Outstanding Chef” and “Humanitarian of the Year” by the James Beard Foundation as well as the inaugural “American Express Icon Award” by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.
World Central Kitchen
Born in 1969 in Asturias, Spain, he founded World Central Kitchen (WCK), a non profit organisation that provides meals in the aftermath of natural disasters and crises worldwide. Andrés is celebrated for merging his passion for food with a deep commitment to social impact.
