The brainchild of award-winning Chef Kurt Metzger, Kitchen 4140 is a wholesome retreat from the fast-paced, fast-food lifestyle that plagues America’s mealtimes. This eatery’s cuisine speaks volumes about San Diego—its incredible cultural diversity, the focus on organic and sustainable practices, and the magnificent artisan and agricultural production found here is epitomized at Kitchen 4140.

A proverbial doorway to fields of fresh, local and organic food, Kitchen 4140 can be found tucked away at the quiet north end of Morena Boulevard, far from the hustle and bustle of busy San Diego neighborhoods. Lovingly nicknamed “The Kitchen” by those who frequent it, this fine dining bistro—headed by Chef Kurt Metzger and Chef Andy Weiss—has been captivating diners and critics alike since opening in November 2010.

Crafting this visionary restaurant was, indeed, a labor of love for Chef Kurt, who worked with several architects and three contractors before creating the vibrant look and feel for the space he desired. A garage-style door on the south side of the restaurant opens up during sunshine hours, revealing a spacious patio set around Kitchen 4140’s own herb garden. Adding to its atmospheric allure, décor from around the world mingles with some of the chef’s personal belongings in this one-time warehouse. Items such as a crystal chandelier acquired on a trip to Quebec, and an over-sized picnic table crafted by hand were added to the space, lending a unique charm and intimacy to this country-feel restaurant.

As if running Kitchen 4140 was not enough to keep him occupied, Chef Kurt also operates two full-scale catering services: Concept Catering by CK, and CK’s BBQ Shack. The latter boasts the ability to accommodate requirements like vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets, and both provide the impeccable quality cuisine that Kitchen 4140 is known for.

Open every weekday for breakfast and lunch, and on Sundays for brunch, Kitchen 4140 is built upon a standard of not taking the easy way out when it comes to cooking. Chef Kurt takes great pride in using seasonal ingredients at the peak of their ripeness and hand-picked greens from Kitchen 4140’s very own herb garden. Nothing is hidden in heavy sauces or masked with sugar. The chefs at Kitchen 4140 scoff these culinary crutches, relying instead on nature’s bounties, like heirloom produce, artisan handmade cheese, local dairy and free-range livestock. Meals are prepared as if they were intended for cherished friends and family, and that translates to quality in the kitchen and attentive customer service on the restaurant floor.
Alternative Strategies has been hired to manage all public relations initiatives on behalf of Kitchen 4140. For additional information about Kitchen 4140, please visit their website at www.Kitchen4140.com.