Skywalker Grill opens at the Lucas Museum in Exposition Park

Key Points:

• The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens to the public on September 22, featuring Skywalker Grill, an American restaurant named after George Lucas' Skywalker Ranch, but not focused on "Star Wars" themes.
• Skywalker Grill emphasizes locally sourced ingredients from Lucas' own cattle farm, vineyard, and honeybees, with standout dishes like a $38 Wagyu beef house burger and a chicken-and-mushroom crepe inspired by Lucas' personal favorites.
• The restaurant offers comfort food and Americana dishes ranging from $13 to $65, with cocktails incorporating California-grown produce, aiming for inclusivity and approachability rather than exclusivity or heavy theming.
• Reservations for Skywalker Grill are highly sought after, with bookings full through the end of 2023, while a more casual and affordable lobby café offers a variety of food options priced between $2 and $15.
• The culinary program was developed in collaboration with Rhubarb Events & Hospitality Collection, with executive chef Ryan Kluver leading the kitchen and a focus on creating a vibrant, family-friendly dining experience within the museum.