The best ideas start with a basic need, timing and an underserved market. This is the origin of OUTPOST KITCHEN. Taking inspiration from the 1970s beach cafes of Australia, OUTPOST seeks to be a familiar go-to place, where you always feel at home.
The best ideas start with a basic need, timing and an underserved market. This is the origin of OUTPOST KITCHEN. Both Jay and Elizabeth Lewis grew up in their own Newport Beach, but on separate sides of the world – Jay in Australia, Elizabeth in California. Eventually, they decided to set down their roots in Newport Beach, CA. Jay and Elizabeth knew that Newport and the surrounding neighborhoods were far more than beachside communities. Instead, they saw an enclave for artists, designers, fashion aficionados, carpenters, surfboard shapers and most importantly families. Despite all these eclectic characters in one place, it was clear they had a want for the same thing: great food, great coffee and an atmosphere to match. Taking inspiration from the 1970s beach cafes of Australia and the craft-first coffee houses of Venice Beach, OUTPOST KITCHEN seeks to recreate the familiar feeling of a neighborhood meeting spot and the go-to place for a feed after an incredible session. It’s a place where you don’t have to worry about the quality of your food and you’ll always feel at home.
When I built the space, I wanted to showcase works of surrounding craftsmen and manufacturers. The timber furnishings, glass cases, the denim tables and art brewers, famous photos of the 70s and 80s iconic surfers that complement the kitchen's vintage decor. Part of the inspiration of our post kitchen is that I wanted a place that the local community could call their own. A neighborhood cafu00e9, a place where people can come together with work colleagues, friends and family to enjoy. We take great pride in only using organic, farm raised, non-GMO ingredients that we can source from local farms and markets. I want everyone that comes to our post kitchen to be able to taste all of the flavours of our specially created dishes, knowing that every plate is full of healthy, organic produce that leaves you energised and feeling alive.
