i. Biography
Evan Algorri cooks Ètra’s menu from a local register: raised in Los Angeles, he works with the city as context rather than backdrop, and that vantage shows up in the detail of his seafood and pasta work. At Ètra, the signature read is tagliolini alla granchio with Pacific rock crab, breadcrumbs, and datterini tomato, a plate built on coastal precision and restraint.
The Essentials - Current role: Executive Chef/Co-Owner — Ètra. - Career role: Chef/Owner — the restaurant. - Origin: raised in Los Angeles. - Signature work: tagliolini alla granchio with Pacific rock crab, breadcrumbs, and datterini tomato.
Signature
The range of Evan’s signature dishes extends beyond seafood pasta into Sicilian referencing: classic Sicilian caponata and eggplant terrine.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Evan
Where does Evan Algorri work?
He works at Ètra in Los Angeles.
Who is Evan Algorri?
He is the Executive Chef/Co-Owner of Ètra and was raised in Los Angeles.
What is Evan Algorri known for?
His signature work includes tagliolini alla granchio with Pacific rock crab, breadcrumbs, and datterini tomato.
