By Zach Manges and Sophie Pappas
The Salty Cowboy – not to be confused with the nationally-popular Salty Dog in Florida – Zionsville’s first tequileria and local Mexican restaurant, is now open.
Specializing in barbeques and south-of-the-border cuisines, owner Shari Jenkins’ menu adds sizzle to the downtown restaurant options.
Jenkins received a $25,000 façade grant from the town to help renovate the 55 E. Oak St. space of the Salty Cowboy. She is also the owner of Noah Grant’s Grill House and Oyster Bar on First Street.
“I will have no crossover at all on recipes or menu items,” Jenkins said. “Depending on what one is craving: beer, tequila, and barbeque brisket or a buttery chardonnay and lobster, there will a place for all cravings and price points.”
Zionsville graduate Jason Hughes, who has worked for Jenkins at Noah Grant’s, is the new manager of the Salty Cowboy.
“I love making Mexican food at home, not out, because I use fresh ingredients,” Jenkins said. “For years I’ve been playing with recipes and know that I’m not the only one who will appreciate the fresh food the Salty Cowboy will offer.”
