Heavier Seasoning, Lighter Waistline, Bigger Dreams
From The Family Kitchen
Larry “Lolo” White’s story starts at home. Phoenix raised. In the kitchen early. Mrs. White ran a tight ship and taught more than recipes. She taught rhythm, patience, and pride. That foundation still shows up in how Lolo cooks and how he builds. Lolo’s Chicken & Waffles grew from family tastings into a local institution by honoring tradition and pushing flavor. The family thread stayed strong. His sister Kiana runs Mrs. White’s. Relatives in their hundreds still sharp and independent. That lineage explains why his food feels familiar and surprising at the same time.
Before Food, There Was Music
Before restaurants, there was hip hop. In the early 90s, Lolo ran an indie label and lived in studios. He crossed paths with names that would later define an era. Snoop. DJ Battlecat. Ice Cube, still cashiering in Phoenix while writing about a new group called NWA. Freaknik weekends brushing shoulders with Diddy and Biggie. Those years trained his instincts. Promotion. Timing. Reading a room. Networking became second nature. When restaurants followed, he brought that same mindset. Know your audience. Polish the experience. Show up even when it hurts.
Scaling Is Where It Gets Real
Growth exposed hard truths. Airport locations meant limited control. You train staff today and lose them tomorrow. Stadiums were high pressure sprints under bright lights. One short staffed night tests everything. Lolo talks openly about shutting down locations that did not work. Learning where not to compromise mattered. That discipline kept Lolo’s strong for 28 years. It is consistent. It pays. It lasts. That same standard shaped Monroe’s Hot Chicken. Organic. Halal. Never frozen. When your name is on the door, details matter.
From Casual To Refined
Then came the shift. Brunch & Sip brought elevated plates and a vibe that traveled all the way to LA. Warren’s Supper Club completed the circle with fine dining done his way. High heat sears. Wood smoke from post oak, hickory, and cherry. Plates hot. Butter intentional. The pacing is calm. The live band fits the room. Butter cake with butter pecan ice cream arrives right on time. Weekends are strong. Weekdays still building. Lolo stays honest. If Mondays and Tuesdays do not fill, they get cut. Excellence first. The calendar adjusts.
The Health Reset
Behind the business moves is a personal reset. Lolo dropped 50 pounds through discipline. Morning walks. Consistent training. Intermittent fasting with a six hour window. A long break from alcohol. When he does drink, it is simple. Straight tequila. Lots of water. Smart supplements. Peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500. Creatine gummies before the gym. No shortcuts. Just consistency. Old photos make him laugh. Belts worked overtime. Family keeps him grounded. Raising a grandson. Helping kids navigate college. Showing up as a husband and dad. The dream car can wait. The legacy cannot.
Connecting All The Dots
What stands out most is how it all connects. Family shapes flavor. Music trained marketing. Health fuels stamina. Nostalgia meets innovation. His network spans chefs, athletes, and entertainers, but the invite is always the same. Come eat. Take your time. Feel welcome. Lolo’s feeds comfort. Monroe’s brings heat. Brunch & Sip glows. Warren’s stays polished and calm. The work continues. New Brunch & Sip in Studio City. Lolo’s moving into Houston. Warren’s Supper Club in Chandler already buzzing. The thread through it all is Lolo’s voice. Grounded. Curious. Relentless about quality. Seasoned just right.
