Today we’d like to introduce you to Cesar Rodriguez. They and their team shared their story with us below:
Founded in 1973- Started off with $600 in the Northside area of Houston known as “El Barrio” on Harrisburg and 76th street.
Cesar Rodriguez worked two jobs and, with his income tax earned $600- Cleaning office and a Fiberglass factory.
Family restaurant and helped open with his brothers Jorge and Victor and sister Caty.
With a lot of work and dedication, they managed to open 5 locations.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back, would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Definitely not- But if you have passion for what you do it is not work. With help and faith in God and family we always overcame our obstacles.
Every day is a challenge but we continue to love what we do and work hard and come up with new ideas.
As you know, we’re big fans of Doneraki Fuego Y Mar Mexican Grill. For our readers who might not be as familiar, what can you tell them about the brand?
Doneraki Fuego y Mar Mexican Grill opened In November 2023. We have two locations, Gulfgate and Katy. We celebrated our 50 years anniversary. Family owned
Authentic Mexican Restaurant from Monterrey, Mexico
We are proud of celebrating 50 years and Thankful for Houstonians.
We offer Sunday Brunch Buffet, Happy Hour, Wood burning fajitas, Seafood, Desserts, live music and mariachiis
We specialize in Family Platters called Parrilladas.
We have celebrated and known for many celebrations from generation to generation.
Our Fountains have been a big trademark, and adults remember making a wish in our fountain as kids.
We brought the first Tacos de Trompo to Houston, including Fajitas Outside skirt.
If you had to, what characteristic of yours would you give the most credit to?
To have God First and Family-
Do what you love with Passion so you feel like you don’t work. Be Proud of what you do, and if you fall, it’s ok. Get up and try again.
Contact Info:
- Website: doneraki.com
- Instagram: donerakifuegoymar
- Facebook: Doneraki Gulfgate
Image Credits
Ivan Arefkov
