FULL COMP: The Voice of the Restaurant Industry Revolution

Hospitality is in the blood for Darin Rubell, his father and grandfather were both restaurateurs, and his cousin Steve Rubell was the man behind  Studio 54.  A native of New York City, Rubell has created a restaurant empire spanning 8 concepts including restaurants, bars and a catering company. His companies have gone on to thrive even through the crash of 2008. In today's episode Darin shares how 9/11 inspired his path to entrepreneurship and his plan to overcome the obstacles created by the pandemic.
Yelp x Cornell University x Oyster Sunday x Jon Taffer and more combined forces to create a holistic guide to help restaurants thrive now and post-pandemic. Click here to download your free copy today!
I created this podcast to help us all through these tough times. I've also created a service committed to help you get open and stay open. Click here to check it out and sign up for a 60-day free trial.

Show Notes

Hospitality is in the blood for Darin Rubell, his father and grandfather were both restaurateurs, and his cousin Steve Rubell was the man behind  Studio 54.  A native of New York City, Rubell has created a restaurant empire spanning 8 concepts including restaurants, bars and a catering company. His companies have gone on to thrive even through the crash of 2008. In today's episode Darin shares how 9/11 inspired his path to entrepreneurship and his plan to overcome the obstacles created by the pandemic.

Yelp x Cornell University x Oyster Sunday x Jon Taffer and more combined forces to create a holistic guide to help restaurants thrive now and post-pandemic. Click here to download your free copy today!

I created this podcast to help us all through these tough times. I've also created a service committed to help you get open and stay open. Click here to check it out and sign up for a 60-day free trial.

What is FULL COMP: The Voice of the Restaurant Industry Revolution?

What if I told you that the difference between struggling and thriving in the restaurant industry is just one conversation away?

I’m Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur who’s spent decades building blockbuster brands across every tier of dining. I know the challenges you’re facing—because I’ve been there. That’s why I created FULL COMP.

Every week, I go one-on-one with the smartest minds in the game: restaurateurs, chefs, and industry insiders who’ve cracked the code. Together, we unpack their biggest wins, hardest lessons, and the strategies that changed everything.

No fluff, no filler—just actionable insights to help you boost profits, build your brand, and create the kind of restaurant you’ve always dreamed of.

So, if you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing results, hit subscribe.