Houston Barbecue Inn Owners Sought Purchase Offers
The historic Houston eatery is currently entertaining offers after closing earlier this summer.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Barbecue
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Management for the long-running Barbecue Inn is entertaining purchase offers for the restaurant property located at 116 W Crosstimbers St. The business, which served the community since 1946, closed its doors during the summer of 2026.
Why it matters
The potential sale represents a significant shift for a local institution that operated for eight decades in Houston. The owners are currently seeking new management to return the landmark restaurant to service.
The restaurant operated from 1946 until its closure in the summer of 2026. The property is located at 116 W Crosstimbers St in the Independence Heights neighborhood.
The players
Wayne Skrehot
He is the owner of the historic Barbecue Inn restaurant.
David Skrehot
He serves as a business partner to owner Wayne Skrehot.
The details
Owners are currently evaluating multiple offers for the restaurant property to facilitate a future reopening. The business partners are working to transition the establishment under new management following its temporary closure.
Timeline
Barbecue Inn began serving Houstonians in 1946.
The restaurant closed its doors during the summer of 2026.
News of a potential reopening was shared on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Ownership responded to social media discussions on Friday, October 2, 2026.
Culture Shift
The potential sale of Barbecue Inn follows the documented trend of family-owned Houston legacy restaurants facing ownership transitions. This shift highlights how even historic local institutions are subject to the broader economic pressures of the modern food and beverage landscape.
Local residents and long-time patrons may see the restaurant return under new management following the sale. This transition could signal changes to the traditional menu or service style previously offered at the 116 W Crosstimbers St location.
The takeaway
Legacy establishments often rely on successful succession planning to survive beyond the original founding generation. Supporters of local food culture should watch for official announcements regarding the identity of the new management team.
Further reading
For more on local dining updates, visit our Houston Barbecue section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Chron.
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