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Cajun Themed J. Gumbo’s Plans First Michigan Restaurant in Kalamazoo
The Cajun-themed restaurant J. Gumbo's is preparing to open on Westnedge Avenue in Kalamazoo. It will be the chain's first location in Michigan.
J. Gumbo's is based in Louisville, Kentucky, but based on founder Billy Fox, Jr's family recipes from Louisiana.
The J. Gumbo's menu includes Cajun country favorites like gumbo, jambalaya, etouffee and po boys.
UPDATE: The restaurant plans to open on August 8 and is on Facebook.
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