Chef Matt Toomey

05/15/2026

Sprinkle a little deliciousness!! Get some Toomey's Seasoning TODAY. What a great way to get grilling for the weekend!

The Spice Age Chef Matt Toomey Toomey's Catering & Carry-Out

05/14/2026

Spice up every dish with my famous ! Its simple, quick and easy and dinner is always a win!!

04/27/2026

One of my favorite parts about this job is meeting our guests! Toomey's Seasoning The Spice Age Toomey's Catering & Carry-Out

04/23/2026

I love my job and everyone who comes in. One of the best parts about my day is getting in interact with my guests! Toomey's Seasoning

04/21/2026

04/21/2026

All Chefs dream of owning their own restaurant, but that dream is never handed out. It’s earned. For Chef Matt Toomey, the journey started the same way it does for many in the culinary world: with miles on his feet, washing dishes, prepping ingredients, working the line, and learning every inch of the industry the hard way.

With more than 35 years in professional kitchens, Chef Toomey put in the time, exerted the effort, and demonstrated the passion to earn his place.

Most people first came to know him as the chef at the Mobil Gas Station at the entrance of Yosemite National Park, where he cooked for 16 years. What began as a small sandwich counter grew into a destination so unique that Gourmet Magazine (October 2002) named it one of the most interesting restaurants in the world. It later landed national recognition on the Food Network with Al Roker. His dishes, crafted with bold flavors and fresh ingredients, defied expectations of what a roadside eatery could be. He wasn’t just feeding travelers; he was giving them a culinary experience worth the journey.

Even with success, Chef Toomey was never satisfied working for someone else. The next step led him to Mammoth Lakes, California, where he opened his own restaurant, Toomey’s, a name known and loved throughout the Eastern Sierras. It wasn’t just a place to eat—it was a destination. Today, his menu reflects his journey, a blend of rustic mountain comfort and refined creativity.