A Chicago-based Michelin-starred chef is headed to St.Petersburg.

Today, Chef Lee Wolen, along with the Boka Restaurant Group, announced plans to open their latest concept “Elliott Aster” early next year at the historic Vinoy Resort and Golf Club, located at 501 5th Ave. NE.

Wolen has worked at a number of renowned restaurants around the globe, including El Bulli in Spain, Eleven Madison Park in New York City, Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons in Oxford and the Four Seasons in Palm Beach, Florida.

However, he earned his Michelin star while at his Italian eatery, Alla Vita, in Chicago. He was also behind the popular Chi-town neighborhood spot GG’s Chicken Shop.

“I am truly honored to be opening a restaurant in St. Pete, a place that holds a special place in my heart,” said Chef Lee Wolen in a statement. “Having stayed at The Vinoy with my family and experiencing its rich history and charm, it feels like the perfect setting to create something truly special. I can’t wait to bring our culinary vision to life in such an iconic destination.”

Named after the Florida native wildflower and as a nod to Vinoy developer Gene Elliott, Elliott Aster will offer guests upscale entrees like 45-day dry-aged prime bone-in ribeye, 48-oz. bistecca fiorentina, king crab tagliatelle, rigatoni alla vodka, whole roasted blue prawns fra diavolo, grilled sea bream with lemon, fennel, and artichoke salad, to name a few.

Lighter bites include appetizers like prime tenderloin beef carpaccio and grilled octopus, a variety of salads, and more.

As for the dining space, Elliott Aster feature a waterfront patio, a bar, and a main dining room with an antipasti bar. The overall design will be helmed by the Rockwell Group, which also oversaw the recent facelift at the The Vinoy, and has worked with other culinary concepts like Jaleo by José Andrés, and Gordon Ramsay at The St. Regis.

No exact opening date has been announced, but Elliott Aster aims to make its debut in early 2025.