On Mother’s Day, Larkin’s Restaurants — which include Limoncello, Grill Marks and Larkin’s Catering & Events — served approximately 2,500 guests. Jumping in to meet demand, owners Kristina Murphy and Adam Hayes worked in the kitchen from brunch through dinner.
“I’m a hot-pan line cook at heart,” Hayes says. “It’s nice to know if we’re needed, we can still do it.” With extensive experience in the industry, one thing Murphy and Hayes do extremely well is adapt.
“This business has its hurdles, and trends and eating styles are always changing,” Hayes says. Murphy is the chief operating officer, and Hayes is the chief financial officer.
Both owners credit founders Larkin and Mark Hammond for the vision that led to Larkin’s on the River in 2005. Now with 300 employees and eight properties, Murphy says, “Good food is important, but that doesn’t cover it all. We have a passion for hospitality, and we want everyone to enjoy that and keep supporting local restaurants.”
