Podcast: Arch Eats
Behind the Scenes with Arch Eats: Our Story, Our Vision, and What to Expect!
There’s something special about getting to tell your story in your own words.
Recently, Derek Gamlin and Executive Chef Chris Arnold joined George Mahe on the Arch Eats Podcast to talk about the journey behind Gamlin’s Maplewood, the vision for the restaurant, and what guests can expect when we open our doors.
The conversation went beyond talking about food. It was about hospitality, building a place where people genuinely want to spend time, and creating a restaurant that feels welcoming whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply stopping in for dinner after work.
During the episode, Derek shared what has driven this project from the very beginning: creating more than just a great meal.
"We want to create the best restaurant experience possible—not just the best meal, but a place people come back to again and again."
Chef Chris Arnold also talked about his philosophy in the kitchen and the passion behind every dish that will leave the pass.
"To me, it's about the guests, and it's about the team."
Those ideas have shaped every decision we've made—from the menu and bar program to the design of the dining room and the culture we're building for our team.
If you've been following our journey, you'll hear familiar themes throughout the conversation:
House-made pastas and thoughtfully prepared Italian-inspired dishes
Exceptional steaks, seafood, and oysters
A refined whiskey and cocktail program
Warm, genuine hospitality
A restaurant designed to become your home away from home
We're incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to share our story.
A heartfelt thank you to George Mahe for a thoughtful conversation, the entire Arch Eats Podcast team for having us, and St. Louis Magazine for continuing to champion the incredible restaurant community throughout our region. Your support means the world to us.
If you haven't listened yet, we hope you'll take a few minutes to hear the conversation and get a behind-the-scenes look at what we've been building.
We can't wait to welcome you to Gamlin's Maplewood very soon.
Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.
