Riley Cartier

Earls Kitchen + Bar

Canadian Chef Riley Cartier took a leap at the young age of 21 that would change everything—becoming a Head Chef for Earls Restaurants and moving his life to Calgary. It was a bold move, one that pushed him far beyond his comfort zone and into a period of immense growth. In that new city, surrounded by unfamiliar faces and new...

When he returned home to Edmonton, it wasn’t as the same young cook who had once worked the line. It was as a leader—ready to give back to the very place that had shaped his foundation. Taking on the role of Regional Chef, marked more than just career milestones.

Today, Chef Riley brings his passion, vision, and leadership to downtown Miami, where he has just opened a brand new location.

For Chef Riley food has always been about connection—the people you share it with, the teams who make it possible, and the memories it creates. His journey has been defined by courage, community, and an unwavering belief that growth often begins the moment you decide to step into the unknown. His culinary philosophy is rooted in growth, gratitude, and the belief that every opportunity to cook is a chance to create connec