Chandon Sanders
Chandon Sanders | |
|---|---|
| Born | Fort Worth, Texas, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | CK Sanders |
| Occupation | Restaurateur |
| Known for | Ninja Sushi Fort Worth, The Local, River's Cocktail & Wine Bar |
Chandon Sanders (also known as CK Sanders[1][2][3][4]) is an American restaurateur based in Fort Worth, Texas. He is known for establishing and managing various notable restaurants and bars in Texas, including Ninja Sushi Fort Worth, The Local, and River's Cocktail & Wine Bar.[5][6][7]
Early life and education
Sanders was born and raisd in Fort Worth.[8] He graduated from the University of North Texas in 2009.[2]
Career
Sanders first worked in event promotion in the Dallas–Fort Worth area before moving into hospitality ownership.[2]
In February 2022, Chandon Sanders and Brian Torres purchased The Local in Fort Worth's West 7th entertainment district.[5][8][5] He and Andy Fitzhugh then purchased Ninja Sushi Fort Worth in late 2023.[3][6]
In 2024, Torres and Sanders announced plans for a new neighborhood cocktail concept in the River District. The project evolved into River's Cocktail & Wine Bar, which opened in mid-2025.[1][9][7]
References
- ^ a b Mayhew, Malcolm (June 3, 2024). "Fort Worth hospitality vets to open rustic new bar in River District". CultureMap Fort Worth. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b c "Check Out Chandon Sanders's Story". VoyageDallas. December 5, 2024. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b "Meet Chandon Sanders". CanvasRebel. February 5, 2025. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ "Meet Chandon Sanders". Bold Journey. July 29, 2025. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b c "The Local bar new ownership to tackle inclusivity on West 7th". Fort Worth Star-Telegram. March 21, 2022. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b Hamilton, Anjie (February 1, 2024). "Two Local Entrepreneurs Join Forces to Acquire Favorite Sushi Restaurant". The Metro Report. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b "River's Cocktail & Wine Bar opens in Fort Worth's River District". Fort Worth Star-Telegram. June 23, 2025. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b Rochun, Steve (April 15, 2022). "The Local – New owners, New vibe". The Metro Report. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ "Raising the River District: Torres & Sanders Unveil River's Cocktail & Wine Bar—Fort Worth's All-Day Destination for Drinks, Pizza & Community". The Metro Report. June 26, 2025. Retrieved August 15, 2025.