EAST TEXAS UNFILTERED w/J. Chad Parker: Featuring Nick Pencis

Nick Pencis joins East Texas UNFILTERED with J. Chad Parker for a great conversation about the story behind Stanley’s Famous Pit Bar-B-Q. Nick shares how he got into the restaurant business, the hard lessons he learned early, and how those lessons helped shape him as an owner. He opens up about mentors, risk, and the long road that brought him back to Tyler.This episode highlights the legendary status of Stanley’s Famous Pit Bar-B-Q. Nick explains why it means so much to East Texas. He talks about the history of the place and the years of work it took to grow. He shows how Stanley’s became more than a barbecue joint. It is a Tyler landmark. People know it for great food, live music, and warm hospitality. It has a one of a kind atmosphere that keeps people coming back.Nick talks about where Stanley’s may go next and how he still wants to keep building in Midtown Tyler. He shares his thoughts on growth, family, and creating places that bring people together. This is an honest East Texas conversation about grit, vision, and the kind of local legacy that lasts. Make sure you like and subscribe to the channel for more great East Texas content.