Autumn Pittman and A.J. Gregson, a couple who work at the One Stop restaurant in downtown Asheville, are asking the public for $25,000 to help them remodel the One Stop into a new eatery called Mojo Taco Lounge. The restaurant would feature Caribbean-Latin inspired street food made with fresh ingredients. More from the Mojo Kitchen & Lounge page on indiegogo:

A couple of months ago after our last event of the season, KP, the owner of the One Stop/ AshevilleMusic Hall approached us about taking over the kitchen. This opportunity would not only enable KP to focus more on her passion, which is booking shows and running the 2 music venues but also put 2 people who truly are passionate about food and hospitality in the position to really showcase the restaurant component. This would give the “Mojo Taco Lounge” a home; however, it needs a little love. This fundraising campaign is about improving something that already has a solid foundation in a supportive community. It is about making good better. …

We are hoping to raise $25,000 in order to improve the overall feel of the dining room and efficiency of kitchen operations. A majority of the funds will be used for updates and remodeling but the kitchen needs help too. Currently operating with sub par equipment, A.J. struggles to maximize efficiency as well as creativity due to kitchen limitations. We will need a larger flat-top griddle and a better-functioning oven. We would also love to have a commercial grade food processor since the new menu will involve a lot more shredding and chopping. If the kitchen doesn’t run well then the restaurant itself cannot run well.

Also, the funds gathered through this campaign will not only benefit the restaurant but also the people who help us complete our vision of creating a more cohesive, welcoming space. We will be hiring local artists and craftsmen to do the work necessary to tie it all together.