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Incredibly excited to be back in LA next week for the @rusticcanyon 20th Anniversary dinner series finale(s) on October 26 & 27. I’ll be cooking some of my favorite memories, Santa Monica-fying a certain dish from @the_catbirdseat, and collaborating with boss-man @eiaeeo and bestie @erikaachan on a few new bites.

Really looking forward to seeing some familiar faces. Several time slots still available via @resy

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Night two of The First 20 brought @evanfunke back to the kitchen he ran from 2008 to 2012, long before Felix and Mother Wolf. Sfincione, tagliatelle alla bolognese, lasagna con carciofi e porcini, and former somm Jenna Isaacs pouring Red Car with Richard Crowell in the house. Thank you to everyone who came out to welcome him home!

Three more celebrations still to come this October. Link in bio.

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michelinman dinner 020 // October 8, 2026 // @rusticcanyon // Santa Monica, CA

shot by @lahunchoball

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Night one of The First 20 was a Rustic Canyon family reunion. Twenty years of friends, neighbors, and the people who made this place what it is. Thank you to everyone who filled the room.

Like our new shirts for the occasion? Order yours with our host next time you come by!

Four more celebrations this October. Link in bio.

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Join us in wishing @RusticCanyon a happy 20th Anniversary! 🎉🥂

This beloved culinary icon has brought sustainable and delicious food to visitors and locals alike for two decades, and we couldn’t be more grateful. 🫶

A commitment to waste-free dining results in hyper-seasonal menus packed with clean, bold flavors. 🍅🥬

Inspired by the cooking of his by his mother and grandmother, Executive Chef Elijah Deleon (@eiaeeo) curates dishes that highlight local @SMFMs ingredients, while Bar Manager Justin Dicken’s farm-to-glass cocktails (@rusticcanyonbarprogram) highlight house-made, small-batch tinctures, orgeats, liqueurs and more. ✨

Rustic Canyon is commemorating their special anniversary with an October dinner series featuring alumni, winemakers, and chefs who have played a major role in the restaurant’s history.

Upcoming installments:

🌟 10/13: “The Funke Years” with former Chef @EvanFunke
🌟 10/20: “Tallula’s Returns” with Chef Saw Naing and Rustic Canyon Family’s Wine Director Kathryn Coker
🌟 10/26 + 27: “The Wiz Kids” with former Chef @AndyDoubrava and former Pastry Chef @ErikaaChan, featuring wines poured by sommeliers Kathryn Spencer, @wine_time_with_ferdy, and @amevive.wine

📍1119 Wilshire Blvd.

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#santamonica #culinary #anniversary #foodie #dinnerseries

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Bluefin tuna crudo, sliced thin over brilliant melon from @weiserfamilyfarms, with a chipotle oil that brings just a touch of heat.

On the menu now.

#RusticCanyon #SantaMonicaEats #SeasonalMenu #FarmToTable #SaMoEats

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MICHELINMAN DINNER 020

OCTOBER 8, 2026

RUSTIC CANYON [SANTA MONICA, CA]

TIX IN BIO

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Papoi! (˶˃𐃷˂˶)•’ 🍌*• ☆ minion cake inspired by my cuties @aprilsbakerlondon !!!

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Twenty years ago, before pop-ups were all the rage and casual LA restaurants showcased local farms on their menus, Rustic Canyon opened its doors.

What started off as an intimate series of family dinners in Josh’s home soon became a trailblazing destination for market-driven dining in an unfussy setting.

We officially hit the 20 year mark on December 7, but we’re starting the celebration early. Introducing THE FIRST 20: five nights in October, each welcoming back a chef, sommelier, or winemaker who has been a part of our group’s history.

Oct 6: Josh, Zoe, Samir & Elijah recreate our earliest family dinners, with regenerative winemaker Steve Matthiasson pouring his wines.

Oct 13: Evan Funke returns, and former somm Jenna Isaac pours with Red Car Wine’s Co-Owners Richard & Alison Crowell in the house.

Oct 20: A Tallula’s Takeover with Saw Naing, Kathryn Coker pouring her favorite wines from Esters

Oct 26 & 27: Andy Doubrava & Erika Chan reunite with former somms Kathryn Spencer & Ferdinando Mucerino, and Âmevive winemaker Alice Anderson pouring her wines.

Expect throwback dishes, a few new ones, and some very special wines - something different every night. Ticketed reservations are live on Resy now, link for each date in our bio.
Presented by @resy, with Supporting Sponsors S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna.

Twenty years. Five nights. The people who built it. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

#RusticCanyon #TheFirst20 #SantaMonica #LAEater #EatLA

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Ribeye done right with tomatoes & mojo de ajo by @eiaeeo 😍⁠
#FlanneryBeef #DryAgedBeef #FamilyBusiness #SteakEducation #ribeye⁠

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Seasonal ingredients. Everyday work.

📸: @thesix4herbivore

#rusticcanyonrestaurant #seasonaleating #kitchenlife

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