Sam Hellman-Mass Buys Hoover's Cooking

0:00Big news from the Austin food scene, Sam Hillman Mass, the guy behind the popular spots as they in Swerte, just bought Hoover's cooking that beloved. Southern comfort food joined on Manor Road. He closed the deal this week, stepping in as the longtime owner retires. Hoover Alexander ran the place for nearly 30 years, serving up classics to North Austin folks since way back. The restaurant set to shut its doors for good, on May 31, marking the end of an era for this local legend. Helman Mass and his team see Hoover as a true icon of hospitality, and they're already talking about ways to honor his legacy once he steps away. Fans are buzzing about what this means for the neighborhood staple that's fed generations. Looking ahead, they're planning a full-on Takaria outposts at the east end of the lot, leaning into those taco vibes from Estet and Swerte. As for the main building, no decisions yet on what comes next. Kent is hitting Austin's east side plates, blending southern Seoul with Mexican flair.

1:01Keep an eye on how this spot evolves. That's the story for today, El Paso News Today, driven by AI.