About Us
A welcome addition to Naples' bustling restaurant scene
Familiar dishes bring surprising flavors, where the food doesn’t always do what you expect…and that’s no accident. Kayla Pfeiffer, chef, partner, and culinary badass is hard to pin down.
She's complex – an intense blend of intuition, experience, and creativity. In that way, she's a bit like how we describe our cuisine. "New American”--hard to explain; easy to taste.
Meet the creative force behind Bicyclette Cookshop
Chef Kayla Pfeiffer brings bold flavors, endless creativity, and a love for the unexpected to every dish she creates.
KAYLA PFEIFFER
CHEF
Chef Kayla Pfeiffer is a 2025 James Beard Emerging Chef semifinalist, Food Network Chopped Champion, and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. She is the chef/owner of Bicyclette Cookshop and Thank You Kindly in Naples, Florida, and a leading voice in the evolution of contemporary Florida dining.
Bicyclette Cookshop has received national and regional recognition, including being named one of USA Today’s Best New Restaurants of 2025 and earning honors from Gulfshore Life as one of the region’s Best New Restaurants. Pfeiffer’s cooking is defined by technical precision and a playful, high-low sensibility, grounded in Florida’s agricultural landscape and shaped by global influences.
In 2026, Pfeiffer will open Heyday Cookshop, a chef-residency restaurant with a hi-fi listening room and a natural wine and vermouth program, conceived as a cultural hub for chefs, farmers, and guests. Across all of her work, Pfeiffer builds restaurants that are personal, collaborative, and deeply rooted in community, reflecting her belief that food is both craft and connection.
KELLY ZIELINSKI
CHEF de CUISINE
Raised in Saline, Michigan, Kelly discovered her passion for cooking at an early age, spending time in the kitchen with family and developing a love for food rooted in connection and tradition. She went on to attend the Culinary Institute of America, graduating in 2020 after completing a semester studying in Puglia, where she deepened her appreciation for regional cuisine and ingredient-driven cooking.
Shortly after graduation, she moved to Naples and joined Chef Kayla Pfeiffer. Over the years, Kelly has worked alongside Chef Kayla through multiple different restaurant concepts, growing as a cook, leader, and mentor with each experience. Through her dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence, she has risen through the ranks and now serves as Chef de Cuisine of Bicyclette Cookshop.
Her cooking is guided by thoughtful technique and a deep respect for local ingredients. She is known for her consistency, leadership, and commitment to developing those around her. What she values most about Bicyclette is the team, the culture of support, encouragement, and shared passion that drives the restaurant forward every day.
The heart of Bicyclette
Bicyclette Cookshop was born from a vision to take diners on a gastronomic adventure. With Chef Kayla at the helm, we mark a meeting point between traditional techniques and out-of-the-box creativity.
Pulling inspiration from global culinary traditions and local ingredients, every dish tells its own story. Our menu is dynamic, just like Kayla; it evolves with the seasons, showcasing her playful imagination and passion for the craft.
More than just a restaurant
Our space reflects our vibe. Sleek design meets rustic warmth, setting the stage for meals that are as comforting as they are surprising. Whether you’re savoring a bold starter or sampling a velvety dessert, every detail has been thoughtfully curated by Chef Kayla and our team.
Experience the Bicyclette story firsthand
Get to know us through our menu, ambiance, and unforgettable flavors.
Chef Kayla and our team can’t wait to host you.