Chef Brian Dunsmoor at Dunsmoor, Eagle-Rock

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About Chef Brian Dunsmoor

Chef Brian Dunsmoor is celebrated for his unique approach to open-hearth cooking, focusing on fire-cooked dishes with Southern influences. His Los Angeles restaurant, Dunsmoor, has garnered significant acclaim, including recognition from the Michelin Guide and a James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for the chef himself.

★Awards & Recognition

James Beard Award Semifinalist (2026)★Michelin Guide Recognition (Undated (mentioned May 2026))

Chef Timeline

2025

Featured for 'Dunsmoor Ribeye'

Dunsmoor

Esquire published an article highlighting the Dunsmoor Ribeye, questioning if it's the best steak in America.

2026

Named James Beard Award Semifinalist

Recognized as a semifinalist for the prestigious James Beard Awards.

2026

Dunsmoor restaurant recognized by Michelin Guide

Dunsmoor

TASTE Cooking highlighted Dunsmoor's Michelin recognition and its status as a favorite LA restaurant.

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Chef Brian Dunsmoor is celebrated for his unique approach to open-hearth cooking, focusing on fire-cooked dishes with Southern influences. His Los Angeles restaurant, Dunsmoor, has garnered significant acclaim, including recognition from the Michelin Guide and a James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for the chef himself.

Customer Perception

Dunsmoor is widely regarded as one of Los Angeles's most interesting and favorite restaurants, frequently referenced for its distinctive culinary style. The Dunsmoor Ribeye, in particular, has received high praise, with some questioning if it's the best steak in America.

Cuisine Highlights

Open-hearth cookingSouthern-inspired dishesFire-cooked specialties

News

"Is The Dunsmoor Ribeye the Best Steak in America?" - Esquire (June 3, 2025)
"This Is TASTE 777: At the Top of Mount Dunsmoor Stands LA's Most-Interesting Chef with Brian Dunsmoor" - TASTE (May 18, 2026)
James Beard Award Semifinalists 2026 announced (January 21, 2026)

Restaurants by chef

Dunsmoor

Iconic dishes

Dunsmoor Ribeye

Additional Details

Beyond the kitchen, Brian Dunsmoor identifies as a chef, cyclist, wannabe pool shark, and food history enthusiast, reflecting a diverse range of interests.

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