Steve Marks is originally from Long Island, New York and has always had a passion for the Restaurant business.

He began his career at the early age of 13. Steve worked his way up from a dishwasher to owning his own restaurant. He has worked at many fine-dining establishments and has received several certificates for wine training and food service.

Steve graduated from Arizona State University in 1980 where he earned his degree in Pre-Law. After graduation, he worked for the

Hyatt Regency as a Corporate Manager. He then opened his own consulting firm and managed restaurants while producing an Industry Newsletter with his company.

Steve worked at Tomaso's fine-dining cuisine for 14 years where he held several positions including bartender, head server, restaurant manager and eventually General manager overseeing five locations.

He worked in the Phoenix area for 23 years. Upon leaving Tomaso's, he opened Bravo! Bistro in Scottsdale in 1995. Over the last six years, he has won numerous awards for the cuisine and for Best New Restaurant In Scottsdale.

Bravo! Bistro has been reviewed in several major publications in the Phoenix Metro area. He has also appeared on local TV, including the Beth and Bill Cooking Show on Channel 3. Steve has hosted many charity events such as the AIDS Benefit and the American Heart Association Charity Benefit.

Steve is happiest when he is greeting customers and catching up on the news from all his loyal clientele. He continues his vision to offer quality, courteousness and commitment to service.

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