A pair of longtime west Fort Worth institutions are shutting their doors this weekend, ending decades of history in the Cultural District and nearby neighborhoods.
J&J Oyster Bar and Roy Pope Grocery are both closing as new development and new ownership reshape the area.
Here are key takeaways:
J&J Oyster Bar
The giant bull statue in front of J&J Oysrer Bar, seen May 23, 2026, will move to Fred’s Texas Cafe.
Roy Pope Grocery
Roy Pope Grocery in Fort Worth was a finalist of this year’s Star-Telegram Readers Choice poll for best places to shop local for Christmas gifts.
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