Approximately 10 weeks after officially opening on January 15 of 2018, Old Pueblo Grille successor Abuela’s Cocina Mexicana has closed indefinitely.
The space at 60 N. Alvernon Way remained vacant for about two-and-a-half years between the two tenants.
Partner Jorge Alvarez and Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ owners David and John Aldecoa opened Abuela’s.
Some time between Wednesday and Thursday, the Facebook page for Abuela’s was removed. Additionally, abuelascocina.com now redirects to Brother John’s website.
David Aldecoa could not be reached for comment by the time of article publication.
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Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
If you’d like to stalk him, visit his Instagram @jackie_tran_ or jackietran.com.
