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Free BBQ at Irwin’s

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When we think barbeque in Wallingford, we tend to think of RoRo down on Stone Way (and then we get all drooly and glassy-eyed, then we shake our head and snap out of it).

This week, though, we’re thinking Irwin’s, because Linda Fecher is celebrating four years as owner of Irwin’s Neighborhood Bakery and Cafe by hosting a free sidewalk BBQ on Sunday, August 1st from 4 – 7 pm.

Irwin’s has been around for longer than that, of course. Back in 1927, it was Irwin’s Grocery and Market. It passed through several incarnations, most recently the Roadrunner Cafe, until Shannon Matilla, great-granddaughter of the original Irwin, opened Irwin’s Neighborhood Bakery and Cafe in 1997. Eventually, she decided to sell, and Linda, an accomplished home baker and Irwin’s bookkeeper, jumped on the opportunity to take the reins.

Stop and say hi, corner of Bagley and 40th.

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(Photo by Matt Mason

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Jordan

I started Wallyhood back in 2008, right when my son was born, because I realized I had lived in the neighborhood since 1993 and didn't really know my neighbors. I figured writing a blog about what was going on around me would be a good way to meet people and help other people do the same. As the years progressed, those neighbors have picked up the torch and it is now a group effort, which I adore. I moved out of Wallingford for a few years (2020 - 2025), but I'm back, now living with my wife, son and dog (Dillinger) up in Tangletown.

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  1. stacey August 1, 2010

    Just got back from the BBQ: Delicious and free. Amazing. Thank you Linda and Irwin’s!

  2. Stone August 3, 2010

    I like RoRo but the portions are undersized (especially the sides) and the prices are too high for the portion size. I feel like I’m getting ripped off when I eat there.

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