Michelin-starred Chef Josiah Citrin is opening a second location of his Venice-based grill concept, Charcoal, according to public records from the L.A. Planning Commission. The restaurant will occupy ground-floor retail space inside ARQ, a 31-story residential high-rise located inside the massive mixed-use Cumulus District located between West Adams and Culver City.
Chef Citrin first opened Charcoal in 2015 inside Marina Tower Apartments. It was inspired by the backyard barbecues he would host for friends and family. In the kitchen, chefs use a live fire to cook their family-style dishes, either over charcoal or in the coals. The seasonal menu of comfort foods features locally-sourced proteins and vegetables like smokey grilled chicken wings and 48 oz. dry-aged Porterhouse. They also offer a range of craft cocktails, wine, and beer.
In addition to the Vox residences, Cumulus includes VOX (a 7-story residential mid-rise), Whole Foods, more than 46,000 square-feet of retail space, and an outdoor park.
The new Charcoal will include 236 seats between its 4,500 square-feet of indoor dining space and 1,300 square-foot patio area. An opening date has not been announced.
Chef Citrin could not be immediately reached for comment.
