Clyde Cooper’s And Progress
I can’t say I’ve ever been to Clyde Cooper’s BBQ (not a fan of BBQ), but I have a good amount of respect for a business in operation since 1938 (but only the same owner since 1988). A friend of mine works for Progress Energy and said that everyone there wanted Clyde Cooper’s to stay in the same location, despite the massive amounts of construction going on all around it. A good reason is more than likely the great food within such a short distance from work. Whatever the case for it’s continued existence, it’s a good thing to see.
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05/30/2008
That’s one of the great things about downtown is where you have older historic buildings right next to modern ones. It’s the contrast that is fun to look at.
05/30/2008
hey!!! i work at PE, too! quick question – what time was this photo taken? do you know?
05/30/2008
“Not a fan of BBQ”…John I am aghast! You gotta check ‘em out; Besides the best ‘cue around, they also serve chicken, ribs, even a vegetable plate of traditional NC sides. The place is like entering a time warp; If nothing else, go and have yourself a glass of sweet tea and soak up the 1950s ambience. For the last word on Clyde Cooper’s visit: http://hkentcraig.com/BBQ19.html
ps–He’s got some pix posted there that might be a model for some night time versions
05/30/2008
@Raleighrob – You are correct. I continue to hold out hope that these historic buildings continue to exist.
@the snob – this photo was taken 5/24/08 @ 11:30pm. nice pic, bt
@raleigh boy – I should have been more specific. I am no longer a fan of BBQ. I’ve been vegetarian for a while now, so I can’t exactly enjoy the BBQ now. If they have vegetable side dishes, I’ll have to go then! Thanks for the link, I’ll look at those photos.