Where Education Wins. Hospitality Transforms.
EDWINS is a restaurant, school and campus creating opportunity through culinary education, hospitality training and second chances.
In-Person Graduates
Culinary and hospitality training with a path forward.
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A lasting measure of education, support and opportunity.
Online Graduates
Extending EDWINS education far beyond the classroom.
Where Opportunity Becomes a Future.
From the dining room to the classroom to the support systems beyond both, every part of EDWINS is built to create a path forward.
Restaurant
Real-world hospitality training in a working restaurant where excellence, discipline and opportunity meet.
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Leadership
Education, mentorship and support built around the belief that every person deserves a fair and equal future.
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Institute
Hands-on culinary and hospitality training, life skills and support that prepare students for careers and independence.
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A Campus Built for Second Chances.
Training is only the beginning. Housing, support services, family resources and community give students the foundation needed for long-term success.
“Every human being, regardless of their past, has the right to a fair and equal future.”
Explore the Campus →How Will You Be Part of EDWINS?
Every meal, every student and every gift moves the mission forward. Choose the way you want to be part of it.
Experience the Mission at the Table.
Exceptional hospitality and French cuisine are where the EDWINS story comes to life every day.
Make a Reservation →Build Your Future with EDWINS.
Learn the skills, discipline and confidence to build a career in culinary and hospitality.
Apply to EDWINS →Help Create the Next Second Chance.
Your support helps EDWINS continue opening doors through education, opportunity and community.
Support EDWINS →Nationally Recognized. Mission Driven.
EDWINS has earned national recognition for culinary excellence, hospitality education and the belief that second chances can transform lives.
52 Places for a Changed World
EDWINS was named one of The New York Times' 52 Places for a Changed World, recognizing places where hospitality and community impact come together.
Read the Feature →James Beard Impact Award
Founder Brandon Chrostowski received the James Beard Foundation Impact Award recognizing EDWINS' work creating opportunity, dignity and a more equitable hospitality industry.
Watch the Story →What's Happening at EDWINS
Drive for Ukraine
Fill the ambulance. Fuel the mission. Join us for a traditional Ukrainian buffet, beer and wine as we raise funds for medical supplies and essential aid.
Join the Mission →Live Jazz at EDWINS
Make a night of it with dinner, cocktails and live jazz every Friday and Saturday, plus special featured performances throughout the season.
View the Music Schedule →Taste, Learn & Gather
Oyster 101 on September 9, Caviar 101 on September 22, and an outdoor fall Clambake on October 10 — three ways to experience the EDWINS Oyster Bar.
Explore Oyster Events →Hours & Locations
From dinner and oysters in Cleveland Heights to the Bakery and Butcher Shop on Buckeye Road, there's more than one way to experience EDWINS.
EDWINS Restaurant
EDWINS Oyster Bar
EDWINS Bakery
EDWINS Butcher Shop
Give the EDWINS Experience.
A great meal. A meaningful gift. A second chance supported.