May 23, 2023

Ep. 84 Senor Grubby’s: A Culinary Hub and Catalyst for Community Growth

Ep. 84 Senor Grubby’s: A Culinary Hub and Catalyst for Community Growth

It’s the home of award-winning tacos and community giving - hear all about Senor Grubbys' commitment to quality and philanthropy with owner Justin Jachura.

It’s the home of award-winning tacos and community giving - hear all about Senor Grubbys' commitment to quality and philanthropy with owner Justin Jachura.

Meet Justin Jachura, proud president and co-founder of a batch of burgeoning and delicious restaurants everyone in Carlsbad knows: Senor Grubby's, Grubby's Poke & Fish Market and Los Tacos. The stomach growls in recognition…

Senor Grubby’s has played an integral role in the vibrant Carlsbad community and has successfully introduced a unique twist to Mexican cuisine (not an easy thing to do). Justin, and his restaurants, are committed to quality and authenticity, and that commitment has garnered much well-deserved recognition, earning prestigious awards like consecutive "Best Tacos" in North County. Deeply rooted in community values, Senor Grubby's actively gives back, reallocating marketing funds towards initiatives such as We Care Wednesdays, where a portion of sales is donated to charitable causes.

Adding to the restaurant's vibrant ambiance is the famous and captivating art wall facilitated by local artist Brian Snyder, who can be found in episode 18 How Murals Bring People Together. Displaying rotating works by various artists, the art wall has become a beloved landmark, exemplifying the community's creativity and diversity. It’s as much a part of Senor Grubby’s as the menu.

Justin also gives listeners the inside story of how the restaurant successfully pivoted and adapted during Covid, and how offering takeout and delivery services - and introducing to-go cocktails - saved the day. 

An episode guaranteed to get you hungry for Grubby’s.

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Website: https://eatgrubbys.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Senorgrubbys

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senorgrubbys/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Grubbys/

Episode 18: Brian Snyder: How Murals Bring People Together https://www.carlsbadpodcast.com/18 

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Justin Jachura

Restaurateur

Justin is the president and cofounder of
a burgeoning Carlsbad restaurant empire that consists of Senor Grubby's, Grubby's Poke & Fish Market and Los Tacos. He hopes to see his business continue to grow and thrive in the city he's called home for 34 years. "We've done our best to build a quality brand that people can count on, not only with food but with service to our community," he says. "It will be nice to see everyone's hard work pay off with successful expansion. Our 'Grubby's Family' has done such a magnificent job, and growth creates opportunity for those that have been so loyal and put in hard work over the years. I love serving people and our community."

I have lived in Carlsbad for over 40 years and a CHS alumni. I previously served on the Carlsbad Village Association board for 3 1/2 years. I currently serve on the Carlsbad Chamber Board, YMCA Board and with Genesis Ministries International.