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Coop's West Texas BBQ and Catering in Lemon Grove faced closure due to the pandemic, but the community rallied to support the beloved restaurant, prompting the owner to reverse his decision. Overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, the owner adjusted the restaurant's hours and received an influx of customers, demonstrating the power of community support and perseverance in the face of adversity.
John Brotherton, owner of Brotherton’s Black Iron Barbecue in Pflugerville, passed away after suffering a medical event earlier this month. His son, Braeden, announced his father's death on the restaurant’s Facebook page, expressing gratitude for the community's support. The restaurant will continue normal operations under the leadership of several part owners.
The Bryan Police Department is investigating a break-in at J. Cody's Steak and Barbeque in Bryan, Texas. The suspects broke a window and attempted to access a cash register and safe but were unsuccessful. The restaurant plans to remain open despite the incident.
Dan Defossey, a former Apple employee, left his job to open a Texas-style BBQ restaurant called Pinche Gringo in Mexico City. Despite having no prior experience in the restaurant industry, Defossey and his partner, Roberto Luna, took a leap of faith and opened their first location in an airstream in 2013. The restaurant, which initially struggled, gained popularity after a positive review from a local reporter. Since then, the business has expanded into the Groupo Chilango Gringo, which operates seven restaurants and generated over $9 million in sales last year. Defossey aims to continue growing the brand while maintaining a positive and welcoming culture among the staff.