Hu Nan — Susanna Foo’s first family restaurant in the United States, Hu Nan became a trailblazing venue for modern Chinese cuisine, blending traditional flavors with innovative techniques. The restaurant earned acclaim for introducing American diners to sophisticated, authentic Chinese dishes, establishing Susanna Foo’s reputation as a pioneering chef and laying the groundwork for her celebrated culinary career.

Susanna Foo Chinese Cuisine — Susanna Foo’s flagship restaurant in Center City, Philadelphia, became the cornerstone of her culinary career. Known for its innovative fusion of Chinese and French techniques, her work earned her a James Beard Foundation Award for Best International Cookbook (1996) for Susanna Foo Chinese Cuisine: The Fabulous Flavors and Innovative Recipes of North America’s Finest Chinese Cook and a James Beard Award for Best Chef: Mid‑Atlantic (1997), affirming her excellence and influence in the American culinary world.

Suilan – Borgata Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City (2003) — In 2003, Susanna Foo expanded her culinary reach by opening Suilan (her given name in Chinese) at the Borgata Hotel & Casino & Spa in Atlantic City. Built with support from the Borgata and featuring a dramatic, upscale interior with soaring ceilings and sleek décor, the restaurant showcased her signature fusion of French and Chinese techniques for a sophisticated dining audience. Suilan’s menu offered refined dishes with Foo’s trademark sauces, bold ingredient combinations, and striking presentations, attracting both high rollers and food lovers alike. Soon after its opening, Esquire magazine named Suilan one of the country’s Best New Restaurants, and the Atlantic City venue became a prominent part of the Borgata’s celebrated culinary lineup alongside other top chef–driven concepts.

Susanna Foo Gourmet Kitchen (2006) — In 2006, Susanna Foo opened Susanna Foo Gourmet Kitchen in Radnor, Pennsylvania, a more contemporary, family‑friendly concept near her home that reflected her evolving culinary vision. Unlike her formal Center City restaurant, the Gourmet Kitchen offered a vibrant atmosphere and a menu inspired by both her refined techniques and approachable, flavorful dishes reminiscent of the Chinese dumpling houses she loved growing up. Managed with the help of her son Gabriel Foo, the restaurant became a beloved local destination and allowed Foo to engage more directly with the community, hosting cooking events and celebrations such as special Chinese New Year offerings. The Gourmet Kitchen remained in operation until its closing in 2015 as Foo prepared to focus on her next ventures.

SuGa Opening (2016) — In early 2016, Susanna Foo made her long‑anticipated return to Center City Philadelphia by opening SuGa (a name combining “Su­sanna” and “Ga­briel”) at 1720 Sansom Street with her son Gabriel Foo. The restaurant marked a new chapter in her career, focusing on modern Chinese cuisine with a more straightforward interpretation of traditional Chinese dishes while still reflecting her refined culinary techniques. SuGa’s launch celebrated Foo’s legacy and her collaboration with Gabe, featuring creative menus and a stylish Rittenhouse Square setting that attracted both longtime fans and new diners.