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EPISODE · Dec 4, 2025 · 1H 12M

Inside Le Coq's Revival with Brian Malarkey and Chris Puffer

from San Diego Magazine's Happy Half Hour · host San Diego Magazine

#410 We sit down with San Diego's longtime restaurant power duo to unpack their two-decade partnership and their latest La Jolla project. On this episode of Happy Half Hour, Troy Johnson catches up with chef Brian Malarkey and restaurateur Chris Puffer to explore the story behind their newest venture inside the iconic former Herringbone space, now reborn as Le Coq. The trio rewinds through the early days at Ocean Air, the explosive rise of Seersucker, and the city-shaping impact of Herb & Wood—while reflecting on the hard work, near-misses, and creative friction that have defined one of San Diego's rare enduring restaurant partnerships. To Follow Le Coq click here.   Discover more at San Diego Magazine.

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