Chef
Brandon Bernal
- Discipline
- Chef
- Based in
- Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
i. Biography
Coming Up
Training at Kapiʻolani Community College gave Brandon Bernal the technical base before the line work started at Hy's Steak House, where he began as a baker. At Hy's Steak House, the craft came full circle: Brandon Bernal now serves as Executive Chef at the same venue where he first sharpened his baking skills.
Where They Are Now
On beef, the emphasis is process. Brandon Bernal points to aging, wet or dry, as one of the main tools restaurants use to tenderize the meat and build flavor.
Career - Executive Chef — Hy's Steak House - Baker — Hy's Steak House Education: Kapiʻolani Community College
Signature
Brandon Bernal's signature dishes include Crab Cakes, Hy’s Caesar Salad, Beef Wellington, Hy’s famous Cherries Jubilee, and Escargot.
In Their Words “The aging process, either wet or dry, used by many restaurants helps to tenderize the beef and enhance its flavor.”
FAQ What is Brandon Bernal's current role? As of 2026, Brandon Bernal is Executive Chef. Where did Brandon Bernal train or study? Brandon Bernal trained at Kapiʻolani Community College. What is Brandon Bernal known for? Tableside service and classic steakhouse dishes.
