Daily Inspiration: Meet Mark Matters

Today we’d like to introduce you to Mark Matters.

Hi Mark, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Over 15 years ago, Craft burgers and beer were becoming the crave. Restaurants like Fathers Office were inspiring. Then, craft cocktails took it to the next level within the hostility industry. I was always a big fan of music and sports and my journey with HQ Gastropub began. Today, our brand combines global cuisine with entertainment. We have locations in Woodland Hills and Huntington Beach. The Orange County location also includes a Speakeasy we call Graceland. Our third store is under construction within Downtown Santa Monica. HQ Gastropub Santa Monica will include 4 levels, combining a private event space and night club in the basement, HQ on the ground floor, Graceland Speakeasy on the Mezzanine and rooftop bar with private cabanas.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
HQ Gastropub locations have opened to great success while other previous tenants were challenged.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
HQ Gastropub is a true reflection of my lifestyle.

We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
All entrepreneurs take risks. A great idea and concept never insures success. It comes down to how much someone believes in what they are doing. Belief drives you to never give up or surrender regardless of the risk.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://hqgastropub.com
• Instagram: @hqgastropub
• Facebook: @hqgastropub
• Twitter: @hqgastropub
• Youtube: @hqgastropub
• Yelp: @hqgastropub