M|R
DESIGN

Opened in 2021, as a self-funded restaurant, which makes it possible for the owners, Rudy and Pedro, to maintain the highest standards in food preparation, service, & ambiance.

 

Their desire is to share a new ideology with the community, inspiring others to create sustainable businesses that can succeed without the need for investors or outside funding.

​

Now you can enjoy their new outdoor patio and their famous grill.

 

Chef Rudy holds a deep appreciation for the beauty & diversity in the natural world. What began as a passion for simply creating led him to explore elements of color, texture, & taste in the kitchen.  He began his culinary training at the age of 16, spending four years working at Michelin Star restaurants in France & graduating from the culinary school with a hunger to share his knowledge, passion, & love for food.

He quickly fell in love with the lifestyle in Venice, the surf/skate culture, creativity, & being surrounded by all kinds of people from different backgrounds. He saw the diversity & culture of this community as a gift. He knew it was the kind of world he wanted to live in. It was also in Venice Beach where he met his co-founder, Pedro, connecting over our shared vision for Le Great Outdoor.
 

Born in São Paulo, Pedro grew up in the heart of the Brazilian skateboard culture & was raised by one of the biggest names in the industry.
This deeply influenced the way he would move through the world, giving him a unique zest for life, creativity, & freedom. After graduating from PUC in São Paulo with his business degree, Pedro moved to California.  He was trained by some of the biggest names in LA, such as Julian Cox & Nick Myers, eventually helping develop the cocktail menu at The Rose Venice. 

 

Their philosophy:

All you need is vision, passion, & hard work.