If ever there was a San Diego industry duo destined for a successful collaboration, it’s James Brennan and Brian Malarkey. While all signs point to easy victory, we have to wait to see for ourselves in spring 2010.

EnDev’s head honcho James Brennan and fan-favorite celebrity chef Brian Malarkey have joined forces to merge the best of San Diego nightlife and dining. The Brennan and Malarkey venture will be a neighborhood restaurant and lounge, housed in Z Gallerie’s Gaslamp location, which is closing in January 2010.

The Design
In San Diego, atmosphere is everything. Brennan and Malarkey recruited LA-based interior designer Thomas Schoos to craft a fun and sophisticated setting with an edge. Schoos has designed stunning spaces for successful restaurateurs in Las Vegas and Miami. Most notable design detail is Malarkey’s custom playground put on display to evoke the Top Chef experience. The restaurant will have a open kitchen paired with front row bar seating.

The Food
Though the menu is not finalized as of yet, Malarkey is said to be reinventing American cuisine with his signature unpredictable flair. Expect chic twists on classic American comfort food dishes. 

The Dream Team
James Brennan’s EnDev Enterprises brings together business ventures in both the entertainment arena and the development arena. EnDev is the powerful force behind some of San Diego’s strongest nightlife legacies, including Stingaree and Side Bar. Click here to learn more about James Brennan. Brian Malarkey is an award-winning executive chef, Bravo Top Chef 3 Miami finalist and host of a television cooking segment. His passion for cooking and entertaining is the driving force behind his professional pursuits. Click here to learn more about Brian Malarkey.

Photos from endevllc.com and brianmalarkey.com