The Mossfire Grill building.
Published on March 20, 2026 at 1:44 pm
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Veteran restaurant and bar owner Scott McAlister has bought the former Mossfire Grill building for $1.4 million.
Mossfire Grill at 1537 Margaret St. had a 27-year run before it closed in November. It was known for its homestyle and Tex-Mex fare.
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McAlister is a real estate investor, hospitality entrepreneur and licensed contractor. He owns businesses in the King Street area: The Rogue, a whiskey bar at 927 King St.; The Loft, a nightclub at 925 King St.; The Garage, a pub at 2692 King St.; and the Whiteway Delicatessen at 1237 King St.
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