Head chef leaves Subo

Photo by Tom Wallace.

After only five months in operation, the chef (and co-owner) at Subo is leaving the buzz-worthy restaurant/bar. Neil Guillen moved here with New York credentials and a great idea for Filipino small plates. But apparently there has been some disagreement over where the business is heading. Well known businessman Jim Hays is Subo's majority owner.

"We just weren't seeing eye-to-eye," Guillen said Wednesday. Hays said he has no ill feelings toward his chef, but agreed with Guillen's assessment of the situation. Both were mum on the details of the split.

Sous chef Geoff King has moved into the lead role. Guillen said he expects to stay in Minneapolis for the time being. Kieran Folliard and his Cara Irish Pubs hold a minority stake in the downtown spot. While a big fan of Guillen's, Folliard agreed there were "philosophical differences."

Hopefully the pork candy isn't going anywhere.