Who Owns Yafo Kitchen?

Frank Scibelli: owner of Mama Ricotta's, Yafo Kitchen, Paco's Tacos & Tequila, Midwood Smokehouse and Plate Perfect Catering; partner with Clark Barlowe in Heirloom; and former owner of Cantina 1511 and Bad Daddy's Burger Bar.

What restaurants does Frank Scibelli own?

The veteran restaurateur — his FS Food Group is also behind Mama Ricotta's, Midwood Smokehouse, Yafo Kitchen and Paco's Tacos & Tequila — has invested roughly $1.5 million into the new concept. It is located at 4521 Sharon Road, tucked behind Diamonds Direct.

What kind of food is Yafo?

A fast-casual Middle Eastern street food concept, Yafo Kitchen holds the same high culinary standards and approachable price points Charlotte food enthusiasts have come to expect from Frank Scibelli's other restaurants. The first YAFO opened in 2016, filling a long-standing void in local Mediterranean street food.