Jason and Cynthia Reed, Sean and Melissa Ahaus took over the reigns, October, 2023, and have injected some new energy into Vito.  

Sean and Jason have been close friends since 1980 which coincidentally is the same year Vito Restaurant was born. Both have had long-term aspirations to own a restaurant together. Once they met the Giovanna and Roberto, to discuss this incredible opportunity, it was obvious that Vito was the perfect fit. 

Cynthia and Jason spent 11 years in hospitality until pursuing other ventures from 2005 – 2023. Cynthia worked as a cosmetologist and Jason specialized in financial planning and insurance. In 2006 Jason and Cynthia decided to pursue their own financial and insurance agency. They purchased a struggling agency and turned it into a profit center before selling in 2022 to pursue their dream of owning a restaurant. Their business sense and experience turning around a struggling agency gave them confidence that they would make any restaurant more successful than it has ever been. One year later, they took over with Melissa and Sean. 

Melissa and Sean have worked in hospitality for the majority of their professional careers. Sean spent 21 years at the Original Palm Restaurant, in West Hollywood, before moving on to Mastros in Beverly Hills as their General Manager and Wine/Beverage director. Most recently he was General Manager and Director of Food & Beverage at the San Gabriel Country Club. Melissa, who is an Artist as well as a restauranteur, helped run San Gabriel Country Club operations while also creating amazing art. Sean is a Sommelier and loves to share his extensive knowledge with our guests. Please ask for a recommendation when you come see us.

Cynthia, Melissa, Sean and Jason are so excited about Vito and the future ahead. Almost 44 years and looking forward to 44 more.