March 17, 2023 By Kate Krader Bloomberg
Tao Hospitality Group is renowned for its restaurant-as-club spots such as Tao, Cathédrale and Lavo, from Las Vegas to New York to Dubai. David Grutman has built the same reputation in South Florida; his Groot Hospitality empire includes Strawberry Moon and Gekko, the Japanese steakhouse co-owned by Bad Bunny.
This summer, the two powerhouses will open a joint venture, Casadonna, along with celebrated designer Ken Fulk. The 20,000-square-foot restaurant on Biscayne Bay will have indoor and outdoor seating for more than 360 diners and a coastal Italian menu with plenty of cocktails. A 10,000-square-foot deck on the water will feature bar areas and a private gazebo.