Restaurants & Bars
Pecan Lodge Is Open After Fire In Smokehouse
Built-up grease in smoker vents caused a small, overnight fire Saturday at Pecan Lodge.
By Jaime Dunaway
August 31st, 2020
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Built-up grease in smoker vents caused a small, overnight fire Saturday at Pecan Lodge, but the barbecue joint was up and running that morning for takeout and patio service, according to Dallas Fire-Rescue.
The fire occurred at 2:30 a.m. at the restaurant, 2702 Main St. in Deep Ellum. One person was at the restaurant preparing to smoke some meat when the flames erupted, NBC affiliate Channel 5 reported.
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Fire fighters extinguished the blaze, which they believe was caused by the accumulation of grease in the smoker vents.
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