89R26959 CJM-D By: Flores H.R. No. 1020 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Curra's Grill in Austin is marking the 30th anniversary of its establishment in 2025, and this occasion provides a welcome opportunity to recognize the restaurant and its founders, the Garcia family; and WHEREAS, One of the first interior Mexican restaurants in the city, Curra's was founded in March 1995 by brothers Jorge and Marco Garcia, who had recently arrived in Austin from their hometown of Nueva Rosita, Mexico; they were soon joined in the business by their sister, Julie, and their parents, Marco and Julieta; the family subsequently opened additional locations on Burnet Road and Parmer Lane, and they currently operate two restaurants, the original location on Oltorf Street and a second in Hyde Park; and WHEREAS, In addition to celebrating the diverse culinary heritage of Mexico, Curra's has further contributed to the community by embracing sustainability, supporting local initiatives, and providing meals during shutdowns caused by weather and by the COVID-19 pandemic; and WHEREAS, During the past three decades, Curra's has gained a loyal following, and members of the Garcia family may take pride in the vital role they continue to play in the life of the Austin community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 30th anniversary of Curra's Grill and extend to the Garcia family and their staff sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the restaurant as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.