About us
Our why
At NANDO, every dish starts with a spark—of flame, of inspiration, of intention. Our passion is simple: to reimagine fine dining with primal technique and genuine hospitality.
We’re not just serving steak and seafood.
We’re serving moments that matter—wood-fired, thoughtfully plated, and deeply personal.
Meet the TEAM
Brothers Andrés and Mateo Tubeta lead the kitchen with shared roots, distinct styles, and one common vision:
“Flame-first cooking that honors the ingredient and respects the guest.”
Raised in a family where the kitchen was the heart of every gathering, Andrés and Mateo bring a lifelong passion for honest, fire-driven food to NANDO. Andrés, with a background in traditional Argentine grilling and classical techniques, brings a rugged respect for primal flavors. Mateo, with a flair for coastal seafood and global influences, adds balance, creativity, and finesse.
Together, they craft a menu that celebrates simplicity without compromise—where every dish, whether a wood-fired steak or ember-roasted fish, tells a story of precision, patience, and genuine hospitality.
At NANDO, their flame isn't just a cooking method — it’s a philosophy.
Jimmy Owens
Born in Hawesville, Kentucky, Chef Jimmy Owens discovered his culinary talent by chance while studying chemistry and biology in college. What began as a line cook job quickly turned into a passion that set him on a remarkable career path.
By age 25, he became an executive chef in Lexington, Kentucky, and soon after, he built his reputation in Charleston, South Carolina. Chef Owens worked as sous chef at the James Beard Award-winning Hominy Grill and later earned accolades as the chef at Cork Bistro, including recognition from The New York Times. His innovative approach was also featured in several South Carolina travel and lifestyle publications.
Now leading the kitchen at NANDO in Evansville, Indiana, Chef Owens combines his technical expertise with a love for fresh, bold flavors to create unforgettable dining experiences, perfectly showcasing his wood-fired grill and seafood specialties.
“Meals make the society, hold the fabric together in lots of ways that were charming and interesting and intoxicating to me. The perfect meal, or the best meals, occur in a context that has very little to do with the food itself.”
-Anthony Bourdain
The NANDO Difference
I had the chance to preview NANDO in Evansville, and I’m seriously impressed! The interior design is stunning... elegant, warm, and thoughtfully done. I also got to sample some of the dishes, and they were absolutely delicious. Every bite was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. I can’t wait to bring my family and fiancé here for a special night out. NANDO is going to be a new favorite in town!
Lauren w
Had a chance to preview the menu and it was amazing! The food and cocktails are easily the best in Evansville. There’s no where in town doing the things they are!
RYAN F
Couldn't be more excited for NANDO to open. This is the restaurant that Evansville has needed for a long time. The Wood-Fired Grill aspect is going to bless the meat that touches it and I am here for it!
JORDAN H
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