Although Ralph Gilmore himself had no experience as a chef—his previously successful careers were in designing custom-built motorcycles, and then luxury homes—the Gilmore surname is a mainstay in the Austin foodie scene. “Jack Gilmore, Ralph’s brother, is quite possibly the most successful chef in Austin,” Gorvy said, “and Bryce Gilmore, Jack’s son, is arguably the most praised chef in Austin.” Together, the Gilmores form a triad that Gorvy describes as encompassing “very distinct segments” of the city’s culinary culture.
