Bar Director, Galit and Café Yaya | Chicago, IL

Scott Stroemer is the bar director for Galit—recognized with a Michelin star for three consecutive years—and at Café Yaya, a daytime café and wine bar in Chicago. He is a 2024 MICHELIN Guide Chicago Sommelier Award winner and a Jean Banchet nominee for Best Sommelier. Through his beverage and wine lists he highlights small producers, responsible farming, and underrepresented regions, striking a balance between thoughtful cellar picks and vibrant, drink-now wines. With decades of experience behind the bar, Scott brings a grounded, guest-focused approach to hospitality built on care, curiosity, and connection. (Chicago, IL)