Justin Timberlake is No Restaurateur

He has his hands in numerous ventures, but Justin Timberlake is not opening another restaurant, and doesn’t even own a single establishment.

“Approximately three years ago, Justin and his close friends, Eytan Sugarman and Trace Ayala, discussed the idea of bringing Memphis-style BBQ and ribs to the New York City marketplace,” a statement on the establishment reveals.

But it sounds like JT didn’t want to be too involved in the project, with a source telling, “The three friends spent a year creating the Southern Hospitality concept and were actively involved in all elements of design, menu offerings, and music format.”

But Sugarman says that’s where the connection ends, adding that he now runs most of the restaurant by himself.

A statement recorded says, “While Justin and Trace continue their friendship with Eytan, and continue to provide fresh ideas and promotion for Southern Hospitality, they are not investors, owners or partners, nor do they have any knowledge of or involvement in the operations of the restaurant.”

"Southern Hospitality has been open for over a year now, and is Justin and Trace's favorite place in New York for truly authentic Memphis-style BBQ and ribs," the release adds.

Gossip Girls

Enjoy the pictures of Justin TImberlake and Jessica Biel out in Los Angeles (February 7).