Davenport sits on E Burnside in Kerns, where chef Kevin Gibson builds the menu around relationships with local farmers and ranchers. The cooking combines nostalgic American favorites with Basque-region standards and seafood, served with the restaurant's characteristic casual yet attentive service.
The wine program is central to Davenport's identity — a James Beard-nominated list built on local and international bottles with a focus on grower-motivated labels. Beer, sherry, amari, and spirits served simply as highballs or on the rocks round out the bar.
Gibson was a James Beard Foundation Best Chef semifinalist in 2015, and Davenport's wine program was a James Beard Foundation semifinalist for Outstanding Wine Program in 2019. The restaurant has built a reputation as a neighborhood spot known for careful cooking and thoughtful wine pairings.
The wine program is central to Davenport's identity — a James Beard-nominated list built on local and international bottles with a focus on grower-motivated labels. Beer, sherry, amari, and spirits served simply as highballs or on the rocks round out the bar.
Gibson was a James Beard Foundation Best Chef semifinalist in 2015, and Davenport's wine program was a James Beard Foundation semifinalist for Outstanding Wine Program in 2019. The restaurant has built a reputation as a neighborhood spot known for careful cooking and thoughtful wine pairings.