Chef Ryan Andre named executive chef at City Pork’s second location

Chef Ryan Andre disclosed to 225 today that he will be the executive chef at City Pork’s second Baton Rouge location. The restaurant is slated to open sometime this fall at 7327 Jefferson Highway in the former location of Dempsey’s.

Andre, who previously worked as executive chef at Le Creolé, has teamed up with the City Pork brand and says he’s excited to bring his flavors to the restaurant. Already, he’s started collaborating with City Pork Deli & Charcuterie executive chef Troy Deano on a menu for the new location.

“We complement each other well,” Andre says. “We’re going to bring Louisiana flair to every dish. We’ll be incorporating German, Asian influences and more, but keeping it local, using fresh, Louisiana ingredients.”

The new location will not have a butcher shop, but will focus on the dine-in experience. Andre and Deano say the feel will be approachable and casual, but they want to impress local diners.

“This is going to be one of those stepping stones for Baton Rouge where we slowly start introducing those foodie type of foods to the general public that’s stuck on chain restaurants,” Andre says. “It’s going to be a home run.”

Check back for more on Andre’s move and the new location of City Pork in tomorrow’s edition of 225 Dine. ​