09/01/2026
There’s a reason Chef Justin Carlisle’s name carries weight in the culinary world.
Before joining Tabor Hill, Chef Justin was the chef and owner of Ardent in Milwaukee, where his cooking earned him national recognition and four consecutive James Beard Award nominations.
For those outside the culinary world, the significance of that distinction can be easy to miss. The James Beard Awards are among the highest honors in American food and dining, recognizing exceptional talent and leadership across the country.
His approach to food is rooted in where he came from. Raised on a small beef farm in rural Wisconsin, Chef Justin brings a deep respect for agriculture, seasonality, and the people behind the ingredients to everything he creates.
Now, that experience is shaping a new culinary chapter at Tabor Hill.
Our menu celebrates the ingredients and flavors of Southwest Michigan through thoughtful technique, a connection to the region, and the kind of cooking that makes what arrives at the table worth slowing down for.
