Executive Chef / Partner

Born and raised in East Boston, Messina discovered his passion for cooking in his grandparents’ kitchen and began working in Boston restaurants at just fourteen, laying the foundation for a career defined by discipline, creativity, and a deep respect for the entire ecosystem that makes a kitchen thrive.

His talent has earned widespread acclaim, including Boston magazine’s “Best Outstanding Chef” in 2018 and the James Beard Foundation’s prestigious “Best Chef: Northeast” award in 2019, following recognition as both a semifinalist and nominee in previous years.

Chef de cuisine

Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Patrick set his sights on the kitchen early and built a career defined by precision, curiosity, and global influence. After relocating to New England in 2010, he trained at Cape Cod institutions including Pain D’Avignon, PB Boulangerie, and Brewster Fish House, then moved to Boston in 2015 to sharpen his craft at Bisq, Craigie on Main, Uni, and Pammy’s.

In 2023, Patrick was promoted to Chef de Cuisine at Barbara Lynch’s Menton, alongside Sportello and Drink, and later led the team at Hook + Line.

Influenced by travels through Spain, Japan, and France, he brings disciplined technique and bold flavor to hyper seasonal cooking, building menus that feel expressive and built to last.

Beverage Manger

Shelby Mastro is a beverage professional specializing in program development, cocktail innovation, and staff education. Her experience at GlenPharmer Distillery and Worcester Beer Garden gave her deep expertise in craft cocktails, distillation, and independent craft beer, which she channels into curated beverage programs that balance approachability with quality — spanning cocktails, craft beer, and wine. Known for her detail-driven approach to menu design and her belief that every drink should add to the story of the menu, Shelby brings both creative vision and strong foundational knowledge to her role at Common Craft.

General Manager

Lisa brings over a decade of hospitality experience and leadership to Common Craft. She is passionate about building strong teams, creating memorable guest experiences, and fostering a welcoming environment for both guests and staff. Lisa is proud to lead the team at Common Craft South Boston and help create a neighborhood destination for great food, drinks, and hospitality

Managing Partner

Larry has spent more than three decades creating immersive dining experiences, working his way up from dishwasher and sous chef to entrepreneur, with stops at top East Coast restaurants and hotels and a global role as Director of Culinary Innovation at Guckenheimer Enterprises. He co-founded Bambolina and Kokeshi in Salem, MA in 2015 and 2016 before opening Common Craft Burlington in 2022 — a beverage-forward destination celebrating independent producers — and is bringing his newest concept, Common Craft South Boston, to life in 2026, spotlighting the people, techniques, and products that define the restaurant industry. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and James Madison University, Larry is also a regional leader for Chefs Collaborative, a national nonprofit network dedicated to a more sustainable food system.