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Ranch House Burgers owner says GEMS recognition reflects long-running community support in Mission
Summary
Michael Barrera, owner of Ranch House Burgers, told a city public comment period that his restaurant has operated in Mission about 15 years, was selected for GEMS of Mission, and relies on community support, including COVID-era aid and local fundraisers.
Michael Barrera, owner of Ranch House Burgers, said the restaurant has operated in Mission for about 15 years and was selected for GEMS of Mission, a local recognition for businesses.
Barrera said Mission’s customers and neighborhood organizations “have been very supportive” of his business and of other family restaurants. “We’re very excited to be selected at Gems of Mission. It means a lot to us,” he said.
Barrera told the meeting he has worked in the restaurant industry about 30 years and that his family operates multiple eateries in Mission, including Danny’s Restaurant. He described Ranch House Burgers as specializing in burgers while offering a broader menu and said the business stayed active through the COVID-19 period in part because of community support.
Barrera also described the restaurant’s community activities, saying, “Every time something happens, we give rice and beans away to the barbecues, events like that. We’re here for the community.” He added that the business hosts fundraisers and spirit nights and that the family runs three other restaurants in the area.
Comments occurred during the meeting’s public comment period and were presented by Barrera in his capacity as a business owner; no formal city action or vote related to his remarks was recorded on the transcript.
