{"id":72219,"date":"2024-01-30T20:11:05","date_gmt":"2024-01-30T20:11:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/30\/what-to-know-about-tom-sandovals-restaurant-involvement-after-scandal\/"},"modified":"2024-01-30T20:11:05","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T20:11:05","slug":"what-to-know-about-tom-sandovals-restaurant-involvement-after-scandal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/30\/what-to-know-about-tom-sandovals-restaurant-involvement-after-scandal\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Know About Tom Sandoval’s Restaurant Involvement After Scandal"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Many Vanderpump Rules<\/em><\/a> viewers have wondered whether Tom Sandoval<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s affair with Rachel \u201cRaquel\u201d Leviss<\/strong><\/a> affected his stake in TomTom and Schwartz & Sandy\u2019s.<\/p>\n

Before his personal life blew up on a nationwide scale, Sandoval and Tom Schwartz<\/strong><\/a> partnered up with Lisa Vanderpump<\/strong><\/a> and her husband, Ken Todd<\/strong>, on TomTom. The restaurant, which opened its doors in 2018, has boasted a wide variety of craft cocktails and seasonal appetizers.<\/p>\n

Sandoval and Schwartz later decided to expand their business portfolio<\/a> by teaming up to launch their own bar. After major challenges behind the scenes, Schwartz & Sandy\u2019s was unveiled to the public in 2022 as an eclectic lounge.<\/p>\n

The success was short-lived, however, due to Sandoval\u2019s split from Ariana Madix<\/strong><\/a>. News broke in March 2023 that the pair called it quits after nearly a decade of dating due to Sandoval\u2019s affair with Leviss<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tRelated: <\/span>From SUR to Something About Her: A Guide to Every ‘Pump Rules’ Restaurant<\/span><\/a>
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\n\t\t\tAs drama on Vanderpump Rules has come and gone, so have the restaurants. Since the hit series debuted on Bravo in 2013, Lisa Vanderpump\u2018s businesses have set the scene for the show\u2019s biggest story lines. Viewers were originally introduced to the cast as they faced ups and downs while working at Vanderpump\u2019s various Los Angeles [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Bravo fans made Sandoval feel their wrath at the situation by leaving negative reviews about Schwartz & Sandy\u2019<\/a>s.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn light of the recent news we appreciate the many words of support but we also understand the outpouring of outrage that has been directed towards our businesses,\u201d read a statement shared via the Schwartz & Sandy\u2019s Instagram account in March 2023. \u201cHowever, those of us who are not famous have dedicated our time hearts and money to make this restaurant a reality.\u201d<\/p>\n

The West Hollywood spot urged people not to spam their Yelp as a way to punish Sandoval.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe too are disappointed by the current situation as Ariana has always been a good friend and a great supporter of the restaurant,\u201d the post continued. \u201cWe appreciate that you may feel a certain way but please understand that the livelihoods of others also depend on this business. There are four more people involved in this venture other than just Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tTom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss\u2018 cheating scandal came with an unexpected paycheck for several Vanderpump Rules stars. When the Bravo series kicked off season 10 in February 2023, the topic on everyone\u2019s mind was Tom Schwartz\u2018s hookup with Leviss amid his divorce from Katie Maloney. One month later, Us Weekly confirmed that Sandoval and Ariana [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Schwartz has since been candid about how his friend\u2019s scandal affected<\/a> his livelihood.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere was a moment where people were vandalizing our spot. And it\u2019s way out of line. I get it but vandalism is too far,\u201d Schwartz said on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen<\/em> in April 2023. \u201cTake a breather \u2014 go outside. And I mean this in the least patronizing way ever, but go outside and take three deep breaths.\u201d<\/p>\n

While Schwartz has been outspoken about the challenges his business has faced, Sandoval kept more of a low-profile in the wake of the drama. This decision has caused some Vanderpump Rules<\/em> fans to question<\/a> whether Sandoval is involved with TomTom and Schwartz & Sandy\u2019s.<\/p>\n

Keep scrolling for what to know about the status of Sandoval\u2019s connection to his restaurants:\n<\/p>\n

Sandoval\u2019s Initial Response About the Affected Restaurants<\/h3>\n
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\u201cSchwartz & Sandy\u2019s might have my name on it, but also there are 3 other partners and 20 employees, who especially rely on the restaurant for income for them and their families. Just like TomTom, I\u2019m a small part of a much bigger thing,\u201d Sandoval wrote in an Instagram statement shortly after his affair made headlines. \u201cPlease direct ur anger towards me and not them. They did nothing wrong.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Before season 11 of Pump Rules<\/em> premiered on Bravo, Vanderpump hinted that viewers would get answers about Sandoval\u2019s future<\/a> at TomTom.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe talk a lot about that,\u201d she exclusively told Us Weekly<\/em> in January 2024 about the \u201ccomplicated\u201d situation. \u201cThere\u2019s a lot of backlash, and I don\u2019t [quite] think the punishment fits the crime when it\u2019s the whole world against you. I think it was a lot for him to deal with. So, I was there to try and facilitate some kind of cohesion.\u201d<\/p>\n

Vanderpump initially denied plans to buy Schwartz and Sandoval out of TomTom, saying on WWHL<\/em> in March 2023, \u201cWe haven\u2019t really discussed that. They\u2019re my partners. I\u2019m gonna stick by them, unless they need the money.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tWhile some things never change, the cast of Vanderpump Rules is used to a shake-up \u2026 and a touch-up. Vanderpump Rules was introduced to Bravo viewers during a special episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in January 2013. Season 1 starred Lisa Vanderpump, who was a Beverly Hills Housewife at the time, Stassi [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Stepping Back From Schwartz & Sandy\u2019s<\/h3>\n
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According to Schwartz, Sandoval reevaluated being publicly associated with his newest bar.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe\u2019s sort of taking a step back. He\u2019s been mostly a silent partner,\u201d Schwartz said on \u201cThe Viall Files\u201d podcast in January 2024. \u201cYes, he is [still financially involved].\u201d<\/p>\n

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