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kids, you might not love it here— but if you love warmth, laughter, and real people, this is your kind of place. You’ ll feel like home.”
Another aspect that makes Rodeo an all-around favorite is her willingness to cook any style of food.
“ Don’ t see what you want on the menu? No worries— we’ ll make it for you. We believe food should feel personal, just like family,” Delfina said.“ We’ ve also started offering tamale-making classes for special occasions— another way to share our love for food and community.”
Tilio can be seen, tending to customers, mixing drinks and serving food as Delfina visits with customers. He smiles when he walks by, knowing that Delfina is enjoying her time with the people who come in.
“ The most rewarding part of my day is seeing customers smile— whether it’ s from a plate of tacos, a warm conversation, or a shared laugh. It doesn’ t feel like work when you love what you do,” Delfina said.“ Over the years, we’ ve built more than a restaurant— we’ ve built a community.”
Delfina said looking back at the fire she remembers how scared she was.
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