FAMOUS BY NATURE A BELOVED SOUL FOOD SPOT ATTRACTS “A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYBODY”

Covid-19 pandemic hit. “That was rough, because we were just gaining momentum… and it just all had to stop.” Frank’s survived on to-go orders only, reopening the dining room after a year.

Willis also brings a second lifelong love to Burqueños through his restaurant. “My father was in a music group called Black Ice in the ’70s and ’80s. My love of music is probably just as strong as my love for food.” Frank’s hosts the band Nothing But Grooves to crowds Thursday night, with karaoke on Tuesdays. “We’re trying to get a little more nightlife going.”

Willis says Frank’s attracts “a little bit of everybody” with its food and welcoming atmosphere. “We have grandmothers who come with their families, and when the grandmother or grandfather passes away, the family still comes… I just enjoy that we’re making people happy.”