Chef Sam Marvin
Chef Sam Marvin is a visionary culinary leader and the creative force behind Echo & Rig. With decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Marvin is known for his innovative approach to modern steakhouse dining, his commitment to sourcing exceptional ingredients, and his passion for creating memorable guest experiences.
Beyond the kitchen, he is a dedicated philanthropist—serving as Honorary Co-Chairman of California Winemasters, a featured chef in national charity events, and a proud member of the Board of Directors for Boys Town Nevada, supporting at-risk youth. Chef Marvin continues to lead with purpose, blending culinary excellence with a deep commitment to giving back.
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A California boy with serious classical French training, Chef Sam is a true original who was rocking his culinary edge long before a full sleeve of tattoos was as essential to a chef as his knife bag. Back in the late ‘80s in L.A., in seminal restaurants like Flaming Colossus, Sam earned his stripes cooking delicious yet avant-garde cuisine that shook the foundation of the L.A. cooking scene. A veteran of LA’s famed Patina, he went on to open his own restaurant in the mid-90s, Modada, a jewel box that was both white tablecloth and cutting edge. Along with his restaurants in the States, Chef Sam has also worked with Marc Meneau at L’Espérance à SaintPère-sous-Vézelay, and Georges Blanc at his three-star La Mere Blanc
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Bottega Louie
In 2009, Chef Sam opened Bottega Louie in Downtown Los Angeles and once again shapeshifted the landscape of L.A. dining. An instant success from the moment it opened its doors, Bottega Louie exploded the downtown dining scene with its vibrancy and has been a runaway success ever since.Echo & Rig
Chef Sam’s unprecedented formula for culinary enterprise and his knack for revitalizing sleepy neighborhoods came into play yet again when in 2013, Chef Sam brought his culinary magic to his epic, 10,000 square foot Echo & Rig Butcher and Steakhouse at Tivoli Village in Summerlin, Las Vegas. Daring to move a destination restaurant off the Las Vegas strip, Chef Sam’s knack for timing and trend was right on the money – Echo & Rig has been both a critical and popular success and was voted Best Steakhouse 2021 in Las Vegas Weekly’s “Best of Vegas” issue. Chef Sam expanded his Echo & Rig brand with his Sacramento location in the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, and his 2023 Henderson location in The District at Green Valley Ranch.Downtown Las Vegas Concept
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Chef Sam Marvin is wholly present and connect to community and organizations. His passion to support and help others is at his core.
MAR Group
INTRODUCING…
MAR GROUP is a pioneering hospitality collective specializing in the complete lifecycle of extraordinary dining experiences. From initial concept to full-scale operations, we orchestrate seamless integration of world-class expertise across culinary innovation, operational excellence, and intelligent design.
Founded by acclaimed chef and restaurateur Sam Marvin, Echo & Rig is a modern steakhouse and butcher shop that redefines the classic steakhouse experience. With an unwavering commitment to quality, Echo & Rig offers a chef-driven menu featuring globally-sourced ingredients, expertly cut meats from its in-house butcher shop, and a warm, inviting atmosphere rooted in hospitality. With locations in Las Vegas (Tivoli Village and The District at Green Valley Ranch) and Downtown Sacramento, Echo & Rig is more than just a place to dine—it’s a celebration of craft, flavor, and community.
Echo & Rig
OWNER & OPERATOR
California Winemasters
HONORARY CHAIRMAN
Chef Sam Marvin of Echo & Rig and Passport Culinary is thrilled to serve as Honorary Chairman for the 36th Annual “A Culinary Evening With The California Winemasters” dinner in May 2025. This premier culinary gathering, dedicated to the noble cause of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, promises a night of exquisite hors d'oeuvres and a dinner that showcases the talents of top chefs and the finest selections from celebrated wineries.
Careers Through Culinary Arts Program
JUDGE
Chef Sam Marvin of Echo & Rig brought his culinary expertise to the 2024 Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) in Los Angeles, serving as a distinguished judge. Through C-CAP, Chef Marvin supports a mission that empowers underserved teens with culinary, job, and life skills, offering them a pathway to success in the culinary world. This partnership highlights Chef Marvin's dedication to nurturing the next generation of chefs and his commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion in the culinary industry.
Chef Sam Marvin X James Beard Foundation
On October 16, 2023 at Echo & Rig, Chef Sam Marvin crafted an exceptional, six-course meal complemented by cocktails, wine and whiskey. Affectioniately dubbed “The Feast”, the progressive dinner was designed exclusively to benefit the world-renowned James Beard Foundation.
With 4 decades of culinary innovation, dedication, and excellence, Chef Sam Marvin promises to deliver a one-of-a-kind experience. Brought to life with the support of Echo & Rig, Passport Culinary, Uncle Nearest Whiskey, and Chateau St. Michelle wines, this private dinner will be an incredible experience. We can't wait to dine with you soon.
Passport Culinary
OWNER & OPERATOR
Passport Culinary, powered by the expertise of Chef Sam Marvin and the renowned steakhouse Echo & Rig, is a unique culinary brand that offers four seasonal boxes per year, each filled with the world's best beef. This one-of-a-kind experience is designed to bring a global array of flavors and high-quality culinary adventures right to your doorstep.
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