Chef Eric Spigner Opens Barro y Fuego in East Dock
The new restaurant brings Latin American, Caribbean, and Spanish cuisine to Dallas.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Dining Out
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Chef Eric Spigner and business partner Robert Ramirez have officially opened their restaurant, Barro y Fuego, within the historic East Dock complex in Dallas. The eatery offers a menu inspired by diverse flavors from across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain.
Why it matters
The opening marks a new chapter for Spigner, who previously spent eight years honing his culinary skills at the Oak Cliff establishment Nova. By partnering with Ramirez, Spigner established this venue to showcase his own vision for regional cuisine in a historic neighborhood setting.
Located at 900 East Clarendon Drive in Suite 100, the restaurant operates Wednesday through Sunday with weekday dinner starting at 4 p.m. and weekend service at 11 a.m.
The players
Eric Spigner
He is a professional chef and restaurant owner who previously worked at the Oak Cliff restaurant Nova for eight years.
Robert Ramirez
He is the business partner of Chef Eric Spigner and co-owner of the new restaurant venture.
The details
The restaurant is housed in a building originally constructed in 1915 that underwent significant repurposing. Inside, the space is anchored by a large communal table designed to facilitate shared dining experiences among patrons.
Timeline
1915: The East Dock building was originally constructed.
October 2026: Barro y Fuego officially opened to the public.
Culture Shift
The opening of Barro y Fuego follows the renovation of the East Dock complex as part of a larger trend of adaptive reuse in historic Dallas properties. This movement breathes new life into neglected urban architecture, transforming industrial spaces into contemporary social hubs.
Visitors can expect a rotating menu that changes every quarter to reflect seasonal availability and ongoing culinary experimentation. The venue plans to host community events and live music throughout the upcoming year, adding to the local entertainment options.
The takeaway
The addition of Barro y Fuego represents a significant repurposing of a long-vacant historical landmark in the heart of the city. Residents looking for a unique dining environment can utilize the communal seating arrangement to experience a diverse array of global flavors.
Further reading
For more on the local food scene, see the Dining Out section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cravedfw.
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