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September 05, 2008
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Gone Granny's Gone

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It's official, Granny's Burritos is no more. After the unexpected padlocking of its Fore Street doors last December, fans were thrilled to see the cheap eats joint re-open in the spot of the former Uncle Billy's on Congress Street. But the collaboration between Granny's Chris Godin and Uncle Billy's John St. Laurent has come to an end.

But burrito freaks need not despair. The Congress Street spot is now home to Grandes Burritos Taqueria.

According to bartender Chris Wilson, the name change occurred when Godin left the partnership and St. Laurent stayed on to keep the burrito-loving masses fed. (No word on why Godin departed.)

"We've kept some of the old menu and improved on some of the recipes," Wilson says. "We wanted to keep the original style for the customers who wanted Granny's."

The additions include tacos, burrito bowls and an expanded offering of sauces. Wilson also says all the prices have been lowered by about $1.50. Currently, the restaurant is open daily from 11:30-10 pm and may soon expand its hours to midnight (and possibly later on the weekends). Each night there is live music, beginning around 8 pm.

Beer and wine remain on tap, but the service style has reverted back to the way it was on Fore Street. You order at the counter and your meal is delivered to your table. Take-out is available, and delivery may be offered in the future. Call 761-5930 for more info.

I walked up there for lunch on Tuesday, but the place wasn't open. So I can't tell you how the food measures up. If you've had a chance to check it, please chime in and let us know what you think.

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Posted by Avery Yale Kamila at 11:29 AM
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