Echo & Rig Butcher & Steakhouse 2.0
Now Open at The District at Green Valley
BY ELAINE & SCOTT HARRIS
Photography courtesy of Echo & Rig
Chef Sam Marvin, Owner and Executive Chef of Echo & Rig Butcher & Steakhouse celebrates 11 years at Tivoli Village. Over the years, it has become an iconic place to brunch, dine, meet friends for happy hour, and furnish prime cuts of your favorite protein at the butcher shop. Building on that success, Echo & Rig has opened in Henderson with their second Vegas location in The District at Green Valley Ranch, bringing the world-class quality beef paired with curated cocktails and a rotating butcher shop.
It’s all in the name of Echo & Rig, offering a fascinating story. Echo honors the nymph who masterfully distracted the queen for Zeus, though she was ultimately caught and made only to repeat. Rig showcases the power of humanity. While this is an abstract story, Chef Marvin interprets it with the pairing of cuts of steaks sourced from purpose-driven farming partners from around the world, including Cape Grim in Tasmania and Creek Stone in Kansas.
Like its sister in Tivoli Village, the updated “Echo & Rig 2.0” is an authentic classic steakhouse in every sense of the word, bringing a neighborhood butcher shop to Henderson. Entering the front door, the butcher shop is to the immediate left featuring an exhibition-demonstration area with several large open glass meat lockers, including dry-aged cases and vertical displays.
Not only is the butcher shop an attention grabber, but to the entrance right, you can’t help but be drawn over to the conversational 45-seat circular bar (surrounded by green velour drapes that can close into a private area). The cocktails are front and center here. Renowned mixologist, Tony Abou-Ganim, partnered with Chef Sam to create bespoke cocktails, martinis, and signatures such as the Tony Negroni, Tennessee Highball, and the E&R Aged Manhattan. It also offers an Old School Highball Club Service, where guests may choose their spirit, mixer, and garnish.
The restaurant features an 8,000-square-foot interior, seats 130 in the dining room, and guests can also enjoy the 800-square-foot outdoor terrace and dine Al fresco under the glimmering lights of The District. Brass chandeliers accenting the deep emerald and grey color scheme, rich paneled flooring, air plants, furniture by Prouve, and white leather banquet tables compliment the stunning artwork, all conceptually designed by Sam Marvin.
Pro Tip: Visit the Instagramable bathroom with Chef’s inspirations, musicians, celebrities, places, and more. Check out the stunning hand-painted columns that hold a story of Marvin’s love of art history.
Marvin has been a big supporter of the community. The local artist, Mario Basner, provided the wall decor, whose black and white prints highlight the butcher theme. The restaurant’s focal point includes three tall structural pillars, artistically designed by celebrated artist Jayson Atienza. With clients such as Nike and Givenchy, Atienza’s acclaim has beautifully translated, illustrating the energy and vibe of Echo & Rig with pops of vibrant colors and a finished texture mimicking the marbling of steak.
“Another enhanced feature at this location includes a custom grill area which will include a wood-fired oven, a charcoal smoker, and two wood-fire grills with grates that can be raised or lowered,” explained Marvin. “The grills will be fueled with red oak burning with fire flavor.”
Regulars will recognize favorites such as portobello fries, steak tartare, drunken goat sandwiches, and other steak classics. “Some items are unique to the Henderson location, like, Iberico Pork Secreto, served with garlic pea tendrils and topped with pineapple jalapeno chutney. Another savory addition is the Pastured Raised Chicken cooked in cast iron with crispy skin and herbs chicken jus, served with red wine grits. The Lamb Porterhouse Chops are served with pee wee potatoes, fennel, and onions and topped with dried apricots and violet mustard,” added Marvin.
“We have a lot more fun stuff here, new cuts of beef and more. For example, you may select at least two or three types of beef, including wagyu, barley-finished, grass-fed, corn-finished bone-in-cuts, porterhouse, and tomahawk. That’s the fun part!” he added as we toured the restaurant. “When Echo & Rig at Tivoli Village opened 11 years ago, restaurants in Vegas were not yet offering cuts like the ribeye cap or the tomahawk. We plan to stay ahead of the curve by offering several options for different cuts, depending on guests’ preference,” continued Marvin.
Exploring more of the menu, guests can select specific cuts of meat from different farms and ranches at various price points, which is unique. Taking a seat, the classic Caesar Salad is a great way to begin your dining experience. The anchovies and sourdough croutons are a plus, making this Caesar tease the tastebuds. The best steakhouses are not all just about fine cuts of meat. Why not Sea Bass? Marvin’s Sea Bass a la Plancha deserves a place at the table. Wild Mediterranean bass with perfectly crispy skin and rich Castelevtrano olive oil dipping sauce is an empire of taste and presentation. When at Echo & Rig, why not indulge? The Bone in Tomahawk, medium rare, with seven classic sauces from Blue Cheese, Bearnaise to Chimichurri, is an unforgettable experience.
Pro Tip: Before exiting, go to the Butcher shop and continue your culinary journey home. Pick up some of your best-loved cuts and a bone for fido.
“Echo & Rig is known for their unique concept and incredible food at their first location in Tivoli Village. We are thrilled to welcome the restaurant with open arms at The District at Green Valley Ranch! We are confident they’ll be a great addition to our center and fit right into the Henderson community,” says Julissa Breslin, Marketing Director at The District at Green Valley Ranch.
Being no stranger to Echo & Rig, we value the quality of a neighborhood steakhouse and butcher shop. Its culinary experiences feature best-in-class steaks and impeccable ingredients. Now the opposite side of the Vegas Valley can partake in the finest selection of cuts, finishes, and entrees. Echo & Rig continues to capture a sophisticated, relaxed ambiance with great culinary offerings.
Visit Echo & Rig online at: echoandrig.com/henderson
