Daniel Pernice

Beverage Director & Operating Partner

Daniel brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience to R.O. Hospitality’s consulting practice, combining Michelin-starred fine dining experience with independent restaurant ownership. He began his career as a sommelier at New York City’s The Modern, which earned the James Beard Foundation’s Outstanding Wine Program award in 2011 during his tenure.

In 2013, Daniel returned to his hometown of Roswell, Georgia, to join his brother Ryan in opening Osteria Mattone, where he continues to serve as Operating Partner. Under his leadership, Osteria Mattone has earned Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence every year since opening, reflecting his expertise in wine program development, curation, and service.

As a hospitality consultant, Daniel specializes in restaurant operations, beverage strategy, service standards, staff training, management development, and guest experience. He combines the attention to detail of fine dining with the operational discipline required to run successful independent restaurants. Whether developing beverage programs, refining service standards, or coaching management teams, Daniel builds sustainable systems that elevate hospitality while supporting financial performance.