Dana Rodriguez appointed Chef of Casa Bonita
“South Park” creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker said Tuesday that they are collaborating with James Beard Award nominee Dana Rodriguez.
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – “South Park” creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker issued a statement on Tuesday that could mean better food ahead for Casa Bonita.
The new owners of the iconic Lakewood restaurant said they are partnering with Denver restaurateur Dana Rodriguez, who will be the executive chef.
Rodriguez has been nominated three times for the James Beard Award, which has opened two restaurants in Denver, a third of which is coming soon, according to a press release that also officially announced Stone and Parker’s purchase of the restaurant.
A judge approved the Casa Bonita sale last week. Parker and Stone had offered to buy Casa Bonita for $ 3.1 million from Summit Family Restaurants Inc., which had owned the restaurant at 6715 W. Colfax Ave. for 25 years.
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Casa Bonita, made famous in a “South Park” episode that aired for the first time 18 years ago, is known for its rock divers, Black Bart’s cave and subpar food.
When Stone and Parker announced their intention to buy the restaurant in an interview in August with Governor Jared Polis, the governor said the food could be a little better.
“I think it could be a little more than a little better,” Stone said.
Rodriguez, who was born in Chihuahua, Mexico, worked his way up through the ranks of top restaurants in Denver, including Rioja and Bistro Vendome. She has opened two restaurants – Super Mega Bien and Work & Class – and has a third, Cantina Loca, opening this year, according to the release.
“This is a dream come true,” Rodriguez said in the release. “Casa Bonita means so much to so many people here in Denver. I’m excited to work with Trey and Matt and recreate the culinary program; I want to make sure this is a place where people will look forward to eat, drink, spend time and bring friends, family and visitors. “
> Video below: Trey Parker, Matt Stone announces plans to buy Casa Bonita.
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