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'The third time, it's for a reason': El Fieston opens in former Hidalgo's space
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El Fieston owner Juan Vargas poses in his restaurant in Gainesville on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. - photo by Ashtin Barker
After being offered the same vacant restaurant space three times, Juan Vargas decided the third time was a sign to take a leap of faith and open his own restaurant.