In the 1980s, Robert De Niro convinced Nobu Matsuhisa to open a restaurant in NYC; it’s now a multi-million-dollar empire

In the 1980s, Robert De Niro stumbled upon the culinary brilliance of Nobu Matsuhisa. Captivated by the flavors, he spent years convincing Matsuhisa to branch out to New York. This collaboration bore fruit in 1994, leading to the iconic Nobu restaurant opening in Tribeca. By 2013, Nobu ventured into hospitality with a Vegas hotel, and today it boasts a global presence, enchanting food lovers in Europe, Asia, and beyond.