Dickey’s BBQ locations in State College and Altoona are closing because the owner is retiring.

In Altoona though, the BBQ tradition will continue at that 11th Avenue location.

The manager there, Stephanie Trude, is opening a new restaurant called 12eleven Brisket.

She says she’s reshaping the menu, lowering prices and enhancing the overall customer experience.

“It was an opportunity for me, because I have passion for people, atmosphere and food side of things, gave me an opportunity to pursue a dream for my family, employees and people of Altoona to experience something different,” said Stephanie Trude, the manager of the Altoona location.

Last day for Dickey’s is October 28. 

12eleven Brisket opens on November 1.