“He’s ambitious, and his dishes show it.”
—The Boston Globe
Chef Chris Coombs is the COO, co-owner, & co-founder of Bosse, New England’s most ambitious indoor sports, fitness, and lifestyle destination.
At Bosse, Chris leads all culinary operations across a variety of concepts, including a full-service French Cafe & Viennosierie, an elevated sports bar, and the award-winning Bosse Enoteca, which earned a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2025.
That same year, Bosse was named Best of Boston, showcasing the power of Chris’s vision for next-generation hospitality.
Beyond the restaurant world, Chris is a sought-after private chef, celebrity guest chef, and brand ambassador. He offers an exclusive number of private dining experiences each year, unlisted, events that bring restaurant-level execution into private homes for high-profile and discerning clients. His work as a brand ambassador has included collaborations with iconic companies like Mercedes-Benz USA and HP Hood, where his presence, professionalism, and culinary authority have helped elevate national campaigns. Whether he’s curating a multi-course tasting menu in a private estate or representing global brands on stage, Chris delivers experiences that are sophisticated, tailored, and unforgettable.
Chris first gained acclaim with the opening of Deuxave at just 26 years old — now one of Boston’s most decorated fine-dining institutions, with a Forbes 4-Star rating, a 2-glass Wine Spectator Award, and the title of Best French Restaurant in Boston (2025). He also created the bold and stylish Boston Chops steakhouses, known for their indulgent menus and design-forward urban settings.
Whether mentoring young chefs, speaking at industry events, or executing bespoke in-home dining experiences,Chris Coombs continues to lead with creativity, discipline, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Accolades
Chris’s work has earned recognition from Forbes 30 Under 30, StarChefs, Food & Wine Magazine, and appearances on Food Network’s Chopped and CBS’s The Dish. Through every endeavor, he leads with integrity, vision, and an uncompromising standard of excellence.
Boston Globe
Three Stars
AAA
Four Diamond Award
Robb Report
Top 25 Steakhouses in America Right Now
Food and Wine
Best New Steakhouse, Boston Chops
Food Network
“Chopped” Appearances (2)
Gayot
2016 Top 10 Steakhouses in Boston Area, Boston Chops
Forbes Travel Guide
Four Stars, One of the Finest Properties in the World, 7 Consecutive Years
Forbes
“Best Young Chef in the Country”, 2015
Wine Spectator
2015 Best Of Award of Excellence, Deuxave
Boston Magazine
Best Steakhouse 2015, Boston Chops
Trip Advisor
#1 Restaurant in Boston, 2014-2015
Boston Magazine
“Best French Restaurant” 2014
Best of Boston
Best Dorchester Restaurant 2013, dbar
Forbes
“30-Under-30" 2012
Food and Wine
“People’s Best New Chef” 2011
