Brian Fleuter

Executive Chef at NOBO Riverside | Le Cordon Bleu–Trained | Former Chef at Tavern on the Green and Savoy

With over a decade of culinary excellence, Chef Brian Fleuter transforms Northern Michigan's seasonal bounty into memorable experiences along Traverse City's historic Boardman River.

A graduate of Western Culinary Institute Le Cordon Bleu, Chef Fleuter spent his teen years in Traverse City, Michigan, where he developed his appreciation for fresh, seasonal ingredients surrounded by the region's lakes, forests, and farms. His culinary journey includes working in Portland, Oregon, and Manhattan, New York, with roles as CDC at RBM Restaurant Group, Tavern on the Green, and Jackrabbit with Top Chef Masters winner Chris Cosentino.

At NOBO Riverside, Chef Fleuter creates seasonal menus that tell the story of Northern Michigan's natural rhythms, connecting guests to place through thoughtfully prepared dishes. His cuisine embodies NOBO's philosophy that great food captures moments rather than chasing trends, blending traditional Midwest flavors with contemporary innovation.

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