V&E Hospitality Group Named Top 25 Restaurant Group 2026
V&E Hospitality Group Named Among the Top 25 Restaurant Groups in the United States for 2026
V&E Hospitality Group has earned a place on Toast’s list of the top restaurant groups in the United States for 2026, a recognition that highlights the company’s growing footprint across South Florida and Las Vegas. The ranking, published by Toast, is based on each company’s most recent publicly reported location count as of July 2026, sourced mainly from company websites, directories, and press releases, with conservative, labeled estimates used when a current total wasn’t available.
V&E Hospitality Group ranked nineteenth on a list of the top 25 hospitality groups, measured by number of locations rather than performance or prestige. Sharing the list with some of the most respected names in American hospitality, the company was recognized for operating approximately thirty restaurants and venues, more than twenty six across Miami Dade and Broward counties, plus four additional locations in Las Vegas, reflecting its standing as one of the fastest growing hospitality groups in the region.
A Portfolio Built on Distinct Concepts
What sets V&E Hospitality Group apart, according to Toast’s analysis, is the diversity of its brand portfolio. The group’s lineup includes Havana 1957, a beloved Cuban restaurant concept with multiple locations throughout South Florida, alongside Café Americano, Paperfish Sushi, Mercato della Pescheria, and Cortadito Coffee House. Each concept brings its own identity, menu, and guest experience, ranging from full service dining and Italian seafood to casual Cuban coffee culture and Japanese inspired sushi.
This variety reflects a broader trend among successful restaurant groups, which Toast describes as balancing repeatable brands with concepts tailored to specific markets and dining occasions. Rather than replicating a single restaurant format across every location, V&E Hospitality Group has built a portfolio that speaks to different neighborhoods, different moods, and different moments in a guest’s day.
Miami and Las Vegas as Growth Markets
The recognition also underscores the strategic importance of Miami and Las Vegas as hospitality destinations. Both markets are known for their vibrant dining scenes, high visitor volume, and appetite for concepts that combine strong culinary identity with memorable atmosphere. By maintaining a presence in both cities, V&E Hospitality Group has positioned itself to capture demand from locals and travelers alike, a strategy that continues to fuel its expansion.
What This Recognition Means for the Brand
Being named among the top twenty five restaurant groups in the country places V&E Hospitality Group in the same conversation as some of the most established multiconcept operators in the United States. It is a signal of operational strength, brand consistency, and the ability to scale hospitality experiences without losing what makes each individual concept special.
For a group whose restaurants have become fixtures of South Florida’s dining culture, from the Cuban flavors of Havana 1957 to the coastal charm of Mercato della Pescheria, this recognition is a meaningful milestone. It reflects years of investment in building concepts that resonate with guests, and it reinforces V&E Hospitality Group’s role as a driving force in the future of American hospitality.
