A Bassett staple has reopened under new management after completing a round of renovations.
Bryan’s Corner Gas N Grub is open and now serving the Bassett community with food, gas, fishing gear, and convenience store staples. The store, which held its ribbon cutting on June 24, was already busy with customers.
The new owner of the popular spot is Air Force veteran Bryan Patel who runs several businesses including 57 Grocery that’s located about two miles up the road. Patel said the newest location had been through several previous owners and the opportunity to purchase was presented to him last June. “I finally committed to it in November of 23. Then, from November all the way up to March, we were renovating.”
He said that he wanted to bring the location’s “nostalgia” back by incorporating some of the staples the store was known for in the past.
“We are serving food, have bait and tackle for the boaters, convenience items, and we also have gas,” Patel said, adding his aim is to keep gas prices as low as possible.
The station is located on the corner of Fairystone Park Hwy. and Philpott Dam Road. The gas station has been around for several decades and has been a staple for many families to pick up food and supplies on their way to Philpott Dam.
“A lot of the people go to the outlook over there and have family get-togethers and birthday parties. This place can be a great location to pick up buns, hot dogs, or desserts to go with your lunch,” said employee Nikki Coats.
The kitchen staff confirmed that fresh offerings like vegetables, macaroni salads, and cakes will be available for purchase. Additionally, ice cream and slushies will be available.
“That will be a great treat on the way to the lake,” said Coats.
During the first week, Patel is working on getting the food menu together but hopes to add Indian food options in the future. “We are trying to bring in Indian food too, so if anyone has any suggestions, we can definitely bring in some Indian food too.”
Patel said he appreciates the support provided by the Bassett area. The store will be active on Facebook, with regular posts about its offerings. This includes stock, new products, and information about their restaurant’s home-cooked food.
Patel said feedback from customers is also welcome.
“We take a lot of their advice. At the end of the day, we are serving the community,” Patel said, and added that he is looking forward to the future of the store and what it can bring to the Bassett community.
