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Kansas City Restaurants Struggle To Survive Under Coronavirus Restrictions

By Steve Kraske,

Luke X. Martin, Elizabeth Ruiz

Published June 10, 2020 at 4:07 PM CDT

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In 2017, Zaid Consuegra told Up To Date about the challenges he's faced as a "Dreamer" in the U.S. Today, the partner of Pirate's Bone Burger told Steve Kraske the new hurdles he's faced with as a restaurant owner trying to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic. — Pirate's Bone Burgers partner Zaid Consuegra, shown here in 2017, discussed the new hurdles he's facing as a restaurant owner during the coronavirus pandemic.

Restaurant owners face hurdles as they reopen under coronavirus restrictions.

Zaid Consuegra, partner and executive chef, Pirate’s Bone Burgers
Ted Habiger, co-owner and chef, Room 39

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Steve Kraske

When I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers. Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.

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Luke X. Martin

As culture editor, I help you embrace what makes Kansas City fun and vibrant, whether it’s a championship sports franchise or a little-known wonder. I work with reporters to ensure KCUR stories on art, culture, and race fully reflect our diverse home so readers and listeners can take full advantage of what the metro has to offer. Email me at luke@kcur.org.

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Elizabeth Ruiz

When you listen to Up To Date, I want you to understand decisions being made in the city, feel inspired by community members, and empathize with people who've had different experiences. As an Up To Date producer, I connect you to the news through conversations with community members and elected officials. Contact me at elizabeth@kcur.org or on Twitter at @er_bentley_ruiz.

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