Old filling station reopens as restaurant after 32 years

TRENTON, Ky. (AP) — The building at U.S. 41 and Kentucky 848 had been vacant for 32 years. In June, the old Standard Oil filling station opened as a local restaurant, The Black Sheep Bistro.

There are no gas stations in Trenton and The Black Sheep Bistro is the only restaurant.

"We offer barbecue with a twist," said Michael Broyles, the owner. He has worked in catering and barbecue for years in Florida. The barbecue he makes has more spice and is based off a Texas style. Broyles does most of the cooking and he uses dry rubs and spices.

He and his wife moved to Cadiz from the Sunshine State and now live in Trenton.

"The opportunity for a restaurant was there and we took it," said the self-described black sheep of his family. He said he’s kinda grown out of the title.

The lift from the garage was raised to bar height and restored to its original red. It serves as the bar where guests can eat. The garage doors are intact and will be open when it cools off, Broyles said.

A few tables dot the outdoor patio and Broyles plans to add more tables. He hopes to have live entertainment a few nights a week.

A back-to-school movie night is in the works for Aug. 15, and he can see a cornhole tournament in the future.

The restaurant is open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. There are plans to open some nights once the business picks up.

Breakfast during the week is off the menu and includes pastries, biscuits and breakfast sandwiches. The most expensive item is biscuits and gravy for less than $6. Saturday morning orders can be plate breakfasts.

Broyles offers daily lunch specials, and full lunches range in price from $6-$11. Broyles said his favorites are the chicken tacos or the Cuban sandwich. There are also free dill pickles.

"They’re just really good," Broyles said.

Bumblebee Bakery, a venture by Casey Stahl of Todd County, and Schlabach’s supply the baked goods.

In addition to opening some nights and planning events, Broyles would like to offer a complete breakfast menu and pick up the catering.

"There’s nothing like this in the community," Broyles said. "Hopefully this develops a following."

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Information from: Kentucky New Era, http://www.kentuckynewera.com

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