Chef
Steve Rhee
- Discipline
- Chef
- Based in
- Miami, Florida, United States
i. Biography
Chef Steve Rhee has built his career around kitchens where timing, heat, and control have to line up on the plate. That discipline now sits at Kiki on the River in Miami, where Greek cuisine is the center of the menu and the kitchen is under his direction. The path to that post runs from California School of Culinary Arts through a series of chef roles that shaped his method before he arrived in his current role.
The Climb
California School of Culinary Arts gave Steve Rhee the formal base for work in kitchens that run on precision and repetition. From there, the roles that followed added range: chef at Cafe Noir, chef at N9NE Steakhouse in Las Vegas, and chef at Estiatorio Milos in Las Vegas. Each position added another layer of practical experience, building a cook whose style has been formed by steady service rather than shortcuts. Today, Steve is chef of Kiki on the River, a role that reflects a career built step by step.
Today
Greek cuisine defines the work Steve Rhee is doing at Kiki on the River in Miami. That focus gives the kitchen its shape, with his role requiring consistency, control, and a clear hand on execution. The result is a line of cooking grounded in the basics, sharpened in Las Vegas kitchens, and now applied to a cuisine that fits the way he works.
Signature
The signature dishes show how Steve Rhee works within Greek cuisine without losing range. Whole grilled Lavraki is direct and restrained, keeping the fish at the center. Lobster Pasta brings a richer register. 24-hour slow roasted Pork Belly served with Tzatziki Sauce pairs depth with a cool counterpoint. Keftedakia – Greek Style Meatballs with Ladolemono sauce leans into a familiar tradition, while Salmon Saganaki topped with Feta Cheese, Greek Oregano and Olive Oil shows layered flavors handled with a measured hand. Read together, these plates point to a chef who uses technique to keep the menu clear and grounded.
Recognition
His recognized specialty is Greek cuisine. Across California School of Culinary Arts, Cafe Noir, N9NE Steakhouse in Las Vegas, Estiatorio Milos in Las Vegas, and Kiki on the River, that focus has remained the through line. It is a craft language built on discipline, repetition, and consistent execution, with Steve Rhee using it to define his work across each stage of his career.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Steve
Where did Steve Rhee train or study?
Steve Rhee trained at California School of Culinary Arts.
What is Steve Rhee known for?
Greek cuisine.
