Celebrated chef Abram Bissell brings more than two decades of Michelin-recognized culinary expertise to Pauline, shaping a coastal-inspired menu that reflects both precision and soul. Raised in the Florida Keys, Bissell’s early connection to the water informs his ingredient-driven approach—elevating simple, honest flavors with refined technique.
Bissell’s career includes leadership roles at some of the most distinguished restaurants in the country, including Eleven Madison Park, The NoMad, and The Modern, where he guided the kitchen to earn two Michelin stars. His work spans luxury hotels, world-class dining rooms, and global hospitality groups, most recently serving as Executive Chef & Founding Partner of Principe in New York City and VP of Culinary for the Sydell Group.
At Pauline, Bissell channels his lifelong love of coastal cuisine into dishes that celebrate Miami’s rich cultural influences—Latin, Caribbean, and Mediterranean—paired with a contemporary sensibility. With a belief that food should be both beautiful and deeply comforting, Chef Bissell leads Pauline’s culinary vision with creativity, rigor, and a sincere passion for hospitality.
