Terri Lynn's barbeque and Delicatessen under new ownership

TERRI LYNN'S: From left: Tracy Jackson, Tim Jackson, Kristin Hether, Aaron Hether.

Terri Lynn's BBQ and Delicatessen, the longstanding lunch area providing barbecue, specialized hotdogs and a variety of sandwiches at 10102 N. Rodney Parham Road, announced today the transfer of ownership from Aaron Hether and Kristin Hether to veteran consumers Tim Jackson and Tracy Jackson.

The shift was completed Wednesday, May 31, after closing hours for an concealed quantity. Rock City Eats served as the business broker on the deal.

Aaron and Kristen Hether took control of the business in 2005. A news release states life changes and a move to north Arkansas is the factor for the sale, which the Hethers discovered the best steward of the Terri Lynn's legacy in the Jacksons.

" We enjoy this place, and it is really bittersweet letting it go," Aaron Hether stated. "We understand it will be in excellent hands with Tim and Tracy, they like it as much as we do and I know they will continue to put out excellent food and grow the business. We will continue to check out Terri Lynn's every opportunity we get as customers."
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Terri Lynn's was established on Cantrell Road in 1959 by Harry Giberson as a local grocery shop with a small deli section. Over time the deli and smoked meats ended up being the main focus of the company.
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New owner Tim Jackson says his strategies are to continue to run business as is with no significant changes for the foreseeable future.

" I've been consuming Terri Lynn's for longer than I care to confess; I utilized to go to all the time when it was on Cantrell and stayed a routine consumer," Tim Jackson stated. "I wasn't seeking to buy a restaurant, however I like this location and could not miss the chance. I am so glad we have the quality staff staying with us due to the fact that they are what makes this location consistently terrific."

Jackson stated consistency, quality and strong client service were a major part of choosing to buy business, and he wishes to continue to supply the very same experience for consumers. He said he hopes to continue to construct a structure that will help the restaurant see another 65 years.

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