Winner of Top Chef Season 23

Chef Rhoda’s Defining Culinary Moment

Executive Chef Rhoda Magbitang has been named the winner of Bravo’s “Top Chef” Season 23, becoming only the fourth chef in the show’s history to claim the title through “Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen.” A testament to her unwavering dedication to her craft, the achievement marks a defining moment in an already remarkable culinary journey. Inspired by the people, cultures and ingredients that shape Hawaiʻi, her cuisine offers a deeply personal expression of Hawaiʻi Island, telling a story of place, connection and the experiences that continue to inspire her.

Experience Chef Rhoda firsthand through:

Surf Shack: Curated by Chefs of Bravo’s “Top Chef” | June 7 – September 7

Nightly dining at CanoeHouse

Private culinary gatherings in the lounge at the Francis Brown Club

Surf Shack Kānikapila by Chefs of Bravo’s Top Chef

Close out the summer with Chefs Rhoda Magbitang, Sieger Bayer, Brittany Cochran and Oscar Diaz for a whole pig roast, chef-crafted island fare, live local music and an evening of conversation celebrating the flavors, traditions and aloha spirit of Hawaiʻi.

August 29, 2026

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Francis Brown Club Presents: Chef Rhoda’s Table

Reserved exclusively for Francis Brown Club guests, these intimate dinners and Pau Hana gatherings bring Chef Rhoda together with acclaimed culinary masters, including fellow chefs from Bravo’s Top Chef, for collaborative menus, meaningful conversations and a shared celebration of Hawaiʻi’s vibrant culinary culture.

September – December 2026

Enhance your stay with Francis Brown Club, available for an additional nightly charge. Exclusive Chef Rhoda’s Table experiences are exclusively available to Francis Brown Club guests. Reservations are required. Seating is limited to 30 guests. $395 per person. For inquiries or to add Francis Brown Club to your reservation, please contact [email protected].
From Carolina to the Kohala Coast

September 12 | Francis Brown Club Presents: Chef Duyen Ha
The Art of Sake

October 17 | Francis Brown Club Presents: Sake Master Stuart Morris
From Carolina to the Kohala Coast

December 12 | Francis Brown Club Presents: Chef Laurence Louie

Chef Rhoda’s Culinary Guide to Hawai’i

Drawn to places on the Big Island where the food feels honest, ingredient-driven and connected to the local community, Chef Rhoda shares her go-to local gems she returns to again and again.

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