A BAR and grill in Yeovil will be closed for a “good few months” after having a “devastating fire” which resulted in damage to the kitchen and upstairs seating area.
Texas Rocks, an American Jack Daniels themed restaurant located at 70 Middle Street, Yeovil, will be closed for the foreseeable future, with no reopening date confirmed after a fire caused significant damage.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service were called to Texas Rocks at 11.50pm on June, 10 following a fire in the first-floor kitchen.
Two people had self-evacuated with no injuries reported prior to the arrival of fire crews.
Four fire crews were rushed to the scene and confirmed the kitchen was damaged by the blaze, the cause of which was determined to be accidental.
A spokesperson for the restaurant said: “It is with a heavy heart that we will be closed for a good few months.
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“We have had a pretty devasting fire upstairs and sadly the kitchen and upstairs seating area has not come out on top.
“A huge thank you to the fire service who had everything under control in a matter of minutes.”
The Texas Rocks Team added that they appreciate the support they have received since the incident and will be in contact with everyone who made bookings soon.
The spokesperson said: “We really appreciate everyone’s kind words and support as this has not only affected our wonderful customers but also our brilliant team.
“We will be in contact with all bookings in due course this will include father’s days.”
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