Here’s a foodie story: East Coast guy and Southern gal, both move to New York to pursue their dreams of becoming chefs. After culinary school, they serendipitously ended up at acclaimed restaurant Bouley. For years, they worked hard, chasing any opportunity—sometimes together, sometimes separately. The couple eventually decided to join forces, head to greener pastures in San Francisco and start their own restaurant. Since opening Rich Table in Hayes Valley, a community spot bringing elevated fare to a relaxed environment, they’ve earned a Michelin Star, been nominated for a James Beard Award and received high national praise from Condé Nast Traveler, Washington Post and New York Magazine.
And like all great stories, Rich Table’s popularity inspired Evan and Sarah to open a spin-off, RT Rotisserie. It’s the same low-key, convivial experience at Rich Table with a New American counter-service slant that has since spawned a second location. If there’s one thing Evan and Sarah know how to do, it’s bring you into their world, make you feel welcome and excited to try something that will ultimately make you feel right at home.
“At the core of it all, we just wanted to create an environment where we would feel comfortable dining with friends and family.” – Evan Rich
“We’re both bringing something to the table. Rather than one person just saying, ‘This is the dish,’ we can see from different perspectives. Then hopefully put them all together to make an even better dish.” – Sarah Rich
