Alex Harrell

Executive Chef • Contemporary Southern Craftsman • New Orleans Culinary Leader

Chef Alex Harrell started his New Orleans cooking career under the mentorship of Susan Spicer at Bayona. Over the years, he’s brought and honed his experience at various area restaurants, eventually landing at Ralph’s on the Park and Table One as sous chef. Most recently, he was executive chef of Elysian Bar. Now as executive chef for the Virgin Hotels New Orleans and its restaurant, Commons Club, Harrell is bringing his Southern flair to one of the newest restaurants in town.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Southern Palette 2026 Star Chef


Chef Alex Harrell serves as executive chef at Virgin Hotels New Orleans, crafting modern Southern cuisine with technical precision.