Hangar Bar and Grill closing permanently
Natalie Chuck
The original bar has been in Pueblo since the late 1940s, the current owners have been running the business for 10 years
and last updated 2021-05-05 20:25:04-04
PUEBLO â An iconic restaurant in Pueblo that s been around for over 70 years, is closing its doors for good.
When Brian and Shawn Valencia took ownership of the Hangar Bar and Grill 10 years ago, they knew that the nearby interstate would eventually consume the property. However, the couple thought they has at least 10 more years from 2021 until they had to face that issue, so when the state called recently about purchasing the property, they were surprised .
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