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Big South soul food appears in Salt Lake County health records at 2030 S 900 E

Big South soul food appears in Salt Lake County health records at 2030 S 900 E

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The soul food truck opened a takeout restaurant in Sugar House on October 16

October 16th, 2026: Grand opening in Sugar House

Overview

Updated Oct 26

Big South opened a takeout restaurant at 2030 S. 900 East, Suite D, in Sugar House on October 16, 2026, ten days after the address first appeared in Salt Lake County health records. The shop sits in the shopping center next to Just Organic Juice and Hoshi Hoshi Ramen.

The menu carries the truck's oxtail, fried catfish, collard greens, mac and cheese, candied yams and cornbread, plus barbecue added for the storefront: smoked oxtail, smoked meatloaf and ribs. Seating is limited. An Axios Salt Lake City reviewer named the catfish a favorite on October 26, and the Salt Lake Tribune reported the move on October 24.

Why it matters

Salt Lake City now has a permanent counter for soul food that used to require chasing a truck's Instagram posts.

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Key Indicators

2030 S 900 E, Suite D
Restaurant address
Big South's Sugar House takeout location
Oct. 16
Grand opening
Date announced in an October 13 Instagram reel
~$17
Average plate price
SLUG Magazine's 2025 review noted plates around $17

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People Involved

Damio Huddleston
Damio Huddleston
Owner, Big South Soul Food & BBQ
Opened the Big South restaurant at 2030 S. 900 East, Suite D, in Sugar House on October 16, 2026
 Ely Huddleston
Ely Huddleston
Co-owner, Big South Soul Food & BBQ
Runs Big South with her father, now from the Sugar House restaurant

Organizations Involved

BS
Big South Soul Food & BBQ
Food truck / restaurant
Open for takeout at 2030 S. 900 East, Suite D, in Sugar House since October 16, 2026

A soul food truck turned Sugar House takeout restaurant known for oxtails, catfish and mac and cheese.
Salt Lake County Health Department
Salt Lake County Health Department
Government agency
Issued the food establishment record

The county agency that licenses food establishments.

Timeline

2020 October 2026

4 events Latest: October 16th, 2026 · 4 weeks ago
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  1. Grand opening in Sugar House

    Latest Opening

    Big South began takeout service at 2030 S. 900 East, Suite D, adding barbecue to its truck menu. Seating is limited and most customers ordered takeout.

  2. Sugar House storefront unveiled

    Opening

    Big South revealed its brick-and-mortar location at 2030 S. 900 East in Sugar House, in the shopping center next to Just Organic Juice and Hoshi Hoshi Ramen.

  3. Food establishment record appears at 2030 S 900 E

    Licensing

    Salt Lake County health department lists Big South at the permanent address.

  4. Big South starts as a food truck

    Launch

    Owner Damio Huddleston started the soul food truck during the pandemic; Utah Stories dates the truck's rollout to April 2021.

Scenarios

1

Big South opens storefront at 2030 S 900 E

Possible Resolves by Apr 6, 2027

Discussed by: Local food media and Big South's social media following

The food establishment record is one of several approvals needed. If Big South completes the remaining steps, it would open a permanent restaurant at 2030 S 900 E, giving the truck a fixed home.

2

Storefront record doesn't lead to an opening

Possible Resolves by Apr 6, 2027

Discussed by: Observers noting the record is one approval among several

The record is a single approval. Big South may not complete the remaining steps, or the business may decide to stay truck-only. The record would remain on file without a storefront opening.

3

Big South keeps the food truck running

Uncertain Resolves by Apr 26, 2027

Discussed by: Big South's Instagram following and local food reporters

The Sugar House shop is takeout-focused with little seating. The truck's schedule has not been posted since the storefront opened, so it is unclear whether Big South will keep serving from four wheels as well.

Historical Context

2 moments from history that rhyme with this story — and how they unfolded.

November 2008

Kogi BBQ (2008)

Kogi started as a Korean-Mexican taco truck in Los Angeles, using Twitter to announce locations. It built a cult following within months.

Then

The truck's popularity led to demand for a permanent location.

Now

Kogi expanded to multiple restaurants and helped launch the modern food truck movement.

Why this matters now

Shows how a food truck can build a following and transition to brick-and-mortar locations.

1990

The Halal Guys (1990)

Started as a hot dog cart in New York City, then became a halal food cart serving chicken and rice to late-night crowds.

Then

The cart's popularity grew through word of mouth.

Now

The Halal Guys expanded to a global chain with hundreds of locations.

Why this matters now

Another example of street food building a loyal following before moving to permanent restaurants.

Sources

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Salt Lake County Health Department SLUG Magazine Food Truck League Salt Lake City Weekly Axios Salt Lake City The Salt Lake Tribune Utah Stories