Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Ascend Hospitality Group delivers world-class hospitality and culinary experiences with restaurants throughout Washington, Oregon, and Utah.
Ascend Hospitality Group (AHG) is a female-led, independent restaurant management group based in Bellevue, Washington. Our collection of concepts ranges from fine-dining to fast-casual, and proudly employs more than 500 people in Washington, Oregon, and Utah. Committed to elevating the communities it serves, AHG invests wholly in both its team members and its guests to take service to the next level.
AHG founding partner, president, and CEO Elaina Morris is an accomplished business owner, innovator, and community leader with over 25 years’ experience developing concepts and creating value in various industries, Elaina has launched several local businesses in the hospitality sector, including WiggleWorks Kids and AHG, with award-winning flagship restaurant, Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi in Bellevue. She serves on the board for the Washington Hospitality Associations’ Education Foundation, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, Rainier Athletes, and is a member of YPO Seattle. Elaina is also a recipient of the 2021 Puget Sound Business Journal’s “Women of Influence” award and 425 Magazine’s 2023 “Women to Watch" honoree.
Ascend Hospitality Group proudly operates:
Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi: The namesake, award-winning restaurant in Bellevue, Washington, Ascend Prime offers an unparalleled, elevated dining experience from the 31st floor of Lincoln Square South.
Famous Dave’s BBQ: America’s favorite fast-casual BBQ joint with three locations throughout Washington and Utah.
Stanford’s: A classic American steakhouse focused on traditional ingredients and complex flavors. Locations in Clackamas and Hillsboro, Oregon, and the Seattle neighborhood of Northgate.
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