Our History
The origins of our brands date back to 1936 when the original Sant Ambroeus restaurant opened in the Italian capital of Milan. Since our arrival to New York City over 40 years ago, we have made excellence in hospitality the heart of our products and experiences, never losing sight of our role as caretakers of a rich cultural heritage.
Today, our three signature brands – Sant Ambroeus, Casa Lever, and Felice – can be found across New York City, Southampton, and Palm Beach. As a Group, we continue to evolve and grow within the world of hospitality, creating new and exciting expressions of the Italian experience rooted in time-honored traditions.
Timeline
The original Sant Ambroeus opens in Milan
The first Sant Ambroeus in the USA opens on Madison Ave
Sant Ambroeus expands into to Southampton, New York
The first Felice concept opens on the Upper East Side of New York City
Casa Lever opens in the iconic Lever House in midtown New York
The first Sant Ambroeus Coffee Bar opens in the Loews Regency Hotel
Sant Ambroeus expands outside of New York to Palm Beach, FL
The first Sant Ambroeus Gelateria opens in Soho, New York
Renovation and re-opening of the historic Sant Ambroeus Milano