BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - A Bryan restaurant is celebrating 30 years of business this week.

Caffe Capri first opened its door in 1995 in downtown Bryan off North Main and East 24th streets. Owner Rami Cerone told KBTX he was inspired by his parents who also worked in restaurants and ultimately motivated him to open Caffe Capri.

While Cerone did not know how to cook at the time, he quickly created a menu with hearty Italian recipes that he has mastered and now serves them to his faithful customers.

Keeping the restaurant open has been a community effort, he said.

“30 years is just a huge number. It’s more than half my life. It seems like a lot but I’m thankful we made it for 30 years,” said Cerone.

Cami Chick, a server at Caffe Capri, said the restaurant has helped shape the area. Since th

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