Askar Baitassov (born September 25, 1984) is a Kazakhstani entrepreneur and restaurateur. Baitassov owns the largest Kazakh restaurant company, AB Restaurants, which comprises more than 20 establishments. The group specializes in international cuisine. In 2013, Ernst & Young named Baitassov the Entrepreneur of the Year for Kazakhstan. In 2016 has undertaken the General Management Program at Harvard Business School.