Dishwasher to Restauranteur: Cruz Nieves’ Journey to Shell Restaurant

In this episode of the ‪@WaterFromTheRoc‬ podcast we sit down with Cruz Nieves, the visionary founder of The Shell Restaurant. Originally from Puerto Rico, Cruz arrived in Rochester in 2010 with big dreams and an unstoppable work ethic. Starting at the bottom as a dishwasher, he worked his way up through the restaurant industry, learning every aspect of the business. 🔪

Now, Cruz is on the brink of opening his first brick-and-mortar location, transforming The Shell from a pop-up dining experience into a permanent culinary destination. He shares his inspiring journey, the challenges of building a restaurant empire, and his passion for fresh, locally sourced ingredients that make🍴The Shell a one-of-a-kind experience. 🍽️

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