The Bear follows chef Carmen Berzatto, a brilliant, creative, young chef who, following his brother’s suicide, must return home to help with responsibilities. Most importantly, to run his family’s sandwich shop, the Original Beef of Chicagoland. Rather than chasing Michelin stars, Carmy is faced with a totally new set of challenges, not the least of which is a small kitchen full of strong personalities. Logistics aside, he’s also grieving his brother’s death and balancing strained relationships with the rest of his family. Meet Carmen and the rest of the heavy hitters from the cast.

Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto

Jeremy Allen White

Chef Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto is forced to transition from an elite NYC kitchen to the savior of his family's debt-ridden Chicago eatery after his brother Mikey's tragic death. As he grapples with his personal battles, including anxiety and the haunting weight of unmet familial expectations, Carmy fiercely confronts the chaos of the restaurant's tumultuous kitchen operation and staff. White's portrayal paints a raw image of a gifted chef wrestling with both inner demons and external pressures.

Richard "Richie" Jerimovich

Ebon Moss-Bachrach

Richie fiercely defends The Beef's traditional ways, often clashing with Carmy's innovative visions out of loyalty to his late friend Mikey and his own limited knowledge. While not a chef or manager, Richie's assertiveness and questionable tactics, like using a gun to handle disputes, underline his dedication. Despite his resistance to change, Richie shares Carmy's deep commitment to the restaurant, seeing it and its staff as the closest thing to a family he has.

Sydney Adamu

Ayo Edebiri

Sydney, a skilled young chef brought in by Carmy, faces resentment and pranks from The Beef's staff after being promoted to sous chef. Despite the challenges, she showcases exceptional leadership, gaining respect through her knowledge, dedication, and unwavering support for her team. Ultimately, her presence proves pivotal to the restaurant's turnaround and success.

Marcus

Lionel Boyce

Marcus, The Beef's dedicated pastry chef, pours his heart into perfecting donuts, driven by cherished childhood memories of his family's joy around them. His commitment is reflected in actor Lionel Boyce's approach to his role. He trained under renowned sourdough expert Richard Hart in Copenhagen to prepare.

Tina

Liza Colón-Zayas

Tina, an original member of Mikey's kitchen team, initially resists the changes introduced by Carmy and Sydney, displaying her defiance through actions like rejecting the new apron and undermining Sydney's work. Her longstanding tenure at The Beef fuels her resistance, often reminding Sydney of her seniority. However, recognizing exceptional cuisine, Tina eventually warms up to the new direction when she experiences the potential heights the restaurant can reach.

Natalie Berzatto

Abby Elliott

Raised in a challenging Chicago family environment, Natalie is Carmy's supportive sister who feels the strain of their diverging paths after he moves to New York. When Carmy returns, their relationship is tested, but she remains involved, even stepping in as the project manager for the renovations. Balancing her critical role in ensuring the restaurant's success and navigating personal milestones like her pregnancy, Natalie becomes a central figure in the narrative's business and familial aspects.