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From Fire to Fame at Khue's Kitchen | Rochester Minnesota News
From near-closure to New York Times fame, Khue’s Kitchen in St. Paul is a fiery comeback story fueled by family, grit, and one legendary spicy chicken sandwich. Chef Eric Pham, raised in his grandmother’s restaurant and pushed away from the kitchen by his mom, found his passion—and his voice—in the flames of failure and fire. After surviving a devastating building blaze just weeks before opening, he rebuilt with community support, launching Khue’s Kitchen in 2025. Now, less than a year later, it’s not only a Times favorite but also the Star Tribune’s Best New Restaurant—serving up heritage…
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