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Phil Han
Owner at Dooby's
Phil Han is a Baltimore-based restaurateur and entrepreneur who owns several establishments in the city.12 He is the owner of Dooby's, a Korean-inspired cafe in Mount Vernon, as well as Sugarvale, a cocktail bar, and Sundays in Cross Street Market.14
Han, a native of Baltimore who grew up in Lutherville-Timonium, graduated from Gilman School.16 He later attended Babson College.3 Before entering the restaurant business, Han worked in the tech industry in Manhattan, including a position as rewards New York partnership manager at Thrillist.2
In 2013, Han opened Dooby's, which evolved from his experiences as a barista and his travels to understand the marketplace.12 The restaurant's name comes from Han's childhood nickname.1 Han has been recognized for his entrepreneurial success, appearing on lists such as Baltimore Business Journal's "40 Under 40" in 2014 and Baltimore Sun's "10 People to Watch Under 30" in 2013.2
Han is known for effectively using social media, particularly Instagram, to market his restaurants and attract customers.2 He has also been involved in Baltimore's innovation scene, participating in events like Baltimore Innovation Week.25
