Where Global Culture
Meets the American Spirit

Explore Our Concepts

Meet the Founders

Where Global Culture
Meets the American Spirit

Explore Our Concepts
Meet the Founders

About Us

Chicago, IL
Global Expansion in Progress
Éxodo is where global culture meets the American spirit—creating unforgettable, boundary-pushing experiences crafted by the hands of those who now call this place home. More than a restaurant group, Éxodo builds concepts from the ground up—designing moments in every bite, every beat, and every detail. At its heart, Éxodo is a tribute to the hardworking, talented immigrants who found new beginnings through the experience of exile.

Each venue celebrates roots, culture, and tradition with a modern twist: a vibrant cocktail program, culturally inspired cuisine, and music that transports you to a sun-soaked, feel-good escape. Éxodo brings together the rich diversity of those who journeyed to the U.S., found a home in hospitality, and now stand proud—fusing flavors, mixing rhythms, and serving dishes that only multiculturalism could create. Bold, unexpected, and impossible to forget.


Our mission is to honor roots, traditions, and diversity—uniting people through unforgettable food, drink, and hospitality

About Us

Chicago, IL
Global Expansion in Progress
Éxodo is where global culture meets the American spirit—creating unforgettable, boundary-pushing experiences crafted by the hands of those who now call this place home. More than a restaurant group, Éxodo builds concepts from the ground up—designing moments in every bite, every beat, and every detail. At its heart, Éxodo is a tribute to the hardworking, talented immigrants who found new beginnings through the experience of exile.

Each venue celebrates roots, culture, and tradition with a modern twist: a vibrant cocktail program, culturally inspired cuisine, and music that transports you to a sun-soaked, feel-good escape. Éxodo brings together the rich diversity of those who journeyed to the U.S., found a home in hospitality, and now stand proud—fusing flavors, mixing rhythms, and serving dishes that only multiculturalism could create. Bold, unexpected, and impossible to forget.

Our mission is to honor roots, traditions, and diversity—uniting people through unforgettable food, drink, and hospitality

Our Restaurants

Discover the unique concepts that make up the Éxodo Hospitality family:
Each space is a vibrant reflection of our global influences, crafted for connection and celebration.
Unexpected Peruvian Cuisine,
Old Town, Chicago
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Mexican Eatery,
The Loop, Chicago
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Unexpected Mexican Cuisine,
River North, Chicago
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Cocktail social club
beneath Matilda
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Our Restaurants

Discover the unique concepts that make up the Éxodo Hospitality family:
Each space is a vibrant reflection of our global influences, crafted for connection and celebration.
Unexpected Peruvian Cuisine,
Old Town, Chicago
Learn more
Mexican Eatery,
The Loop, Chicago
Learn more
Unexpected Mexican Cuisine,
River North, Chicago
Learn more
Cocktail social club
beneath Matilda
Learn more

Founders

Daniel Briceño

Founder & CEO



Daniel Briceño is a Mechanical Engineer with a strong passion for business development, production, and manufacturing. He is the Founder and currently serves as CEO of Exodo Hospitality

Daniel has played a key role in launching, consulting on, and building a diverse range of casual and full-service dining concepts. His portfolio includes Neapolitan pizzerias, Mexican eateries, bagel shops, America’s first plant-based empanada shop, as well as Peruvian, Japanese, and Mexican restaurants—alongside an upscale cocktail social club.

While firmly rooted in the hospitality industry, Daniel’s early interest in civil engineering led him to co-found a construction and development company. This venture specializes in commercial build-outs and ground-up construction of luxury single-family homes, seamlessly combining his technical expertise with his entrepreneurial vision.

José Luis Chávez

President & Co-Founder



Chef José Luis Chávez is a Michelin-recognized, Venezuelan-born, Peruvian-trained chef and one of the chef co-founders of Éxodo Hospitality—a dynamic restaurant group that includes Kayao, Ayayay, and the soon-to-open Matilda and Clandestino in Chicago. He is also the co-founder of Mission Ceviche in New York City.

Rooted in his Peruvian heritage and shaped by a lifelong passion for exploration, Chef José Luis brings tradition and creativity together to craft immersive culinary experiences. His cooking tells the story of his journey—from the Andes of Venezuela to the kitchens of Lima, and now across North America’s most exciting food cities.

Beyond his work in the kitchen, Chef José Luis is a global ambassador for Peruvian cuisine. He actively collaborates with chefs and industry leaders around the world, while also championing mentorship and community initiatives that use food as a force for connection and positive change

Adolfo Gosálvez

COO & Co-Founder



Chef Adolfo Gosálvez is a seasoned culinary professional with over 20 years of experience in the gastronomic industry, recognized for developing and leading diverse restaurant concepts. He completed specialized courses in Operations and Financial Management at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, enhancing his ability to combine culinary creativity with strong business insight.

In 2018, he purchased the Hard Rock Cafe franchise in Lima - Peru, marking a key milestone in his entrepreneurial journey. From 2021 to 2024, he served as Executive Chef at Mission Ceviche in New York City, where he played a central role in shaping the brand’s culinary direction

Currently, Adolfo is a strategic partner and investor in several ventures, including Éxodo Hospitality in Chicago—home to four innovative dining concepts—as well as Incosag and Grupo Setcon Srl in Peru, and Social, a restaurant based in New Orleans. His career reflects a unique balance of hands-on culinary expertise and sharp business acumen, consistently focused on innovation and long-term growth

Founders

Daniel Briceño

Founder & CEO



Daniel Briceño is a Mechanical Engineer with a strong passion for business development, production, and manufacturing. He is the Founder and currently serves as CEO of Exodo Hospitality

Daniel has played a key role in launching, consulting on, and building a diverse range of casual and full-service dining concepts. His portfolio includes Neapolitan pizzerias, Mexican eateries, bagel shops, America’s first plant-based empanada shop, as well as Peruvian, Japanese, and Mexican restaurants—alongside an upscale cocktail social club.

While firmly rooted in the hospitality industry, Daniel’s early interest in civil engineering led him to co-found a construction and development company. This venture specializes in commercial build-outs and ground-up construction of luxury single-family homes, seamlessly combining his technical expertise with his entrepreneurial vision.

José Luis Chávez

President & Co-Founder



Chef José Luis Chávez is a Michelin-recognized, Venezuelan-born, Peruvian-trained chef and one of the chef co-founders of Éxodo Hospitality—a dynamic restaurant group that includes Kayao, Ayayay, and the soon-to-open Matilda and Clandestino in Chicago. He is also the co-founder of Mission Ceviche in New York City.

Rooted in his Peruvian heritage and shaped by a lifelong passion for exploration, Chef José Luis brings tradition and creativity together to craft immersive culinary experiences. His cooking tells the story of his journey—from the Andes of Venezuela to the kitchens of Lima, and now across North America’s most exciting food cities.

Beyond his work in the kitchen, Chef José Luis is a global ambassador for Peruvian cuisine. He actively collaborates with chefs and industry leaders around the world, while also championing mentorship and community initiatives that use food as a force for connection and positive change

Adolfo Gosálvez

COO & Co-Founder



Chef Adolfo Gosálvez is a seasoned culinary professional with over 20 years of experience in the gastronomic industry, recognized for developing and leading diverse restaurant concepts. He completed specialized courses in Operations and Financial Management at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, enhancing his ability to combine culinary creativity with strong business insight.

In 2018, he purchased the Hard Rock Cafe franchise in Lima - Peru, marking a key milestone in his entrepreneurial journey. From 2021 to 2024, he served as Executive Chef at Mission Ceviche in New York City, where he played a central role in shaping the brand’s culinary direction

Currently, Adolfo is a strategic partner and investor in several ventures, including Éxodo Hospitality in Chicago—home to four innovative dining concepts—as well as Incosag and Grupo Setcon Srl in Peru, and Social, a restaurant based in New Orleans. His career reflects a unique balance of hands-on culinary expertise and sharp business acumen, consistently focused on innovation and long-term growth

Join the
Movement

Be part of the journey. Whether you're a guest, partner, or future team member, Éxodo is always evolving—and you’re invited.

Contact Us

info@exodohospitality.com
@exodohospitalitygroup

Join the
Movement

Be part of the journey. Whether you're a guest, partner, or future team member, Éxodo is always evolving—and you’re invited.

Contact Us

info@exodohospitality.com
@exodohospitalitygroup