The Fez received its unusual but memorable name when our founders (pictured above) returned from a cross country excursion to California in the 1950s. As the story goes, the three travelers found themselves lost, tired and hungry with an empty gas tank late at night. After many lonely miles on the road they luckily found an open gas station. Upon filling up and pausing for a while to rest, the travelers were quick to ask the attendant for any recommendations on dining and overnight lodging facilities in the area. The attendant quickly answered "there’s only one place around here that I’ll recommend it’s called "The Fez."

Upon arriving at "The Fez" the tired travelers were greeted warmly by the owners and were quickly seated to have dinner. The owner held over the kitchen staff to feed the weary travelers. After enjoying the wonderful dinner and excellent service, they thanked the owner profusely for his graciousness. So taken by the warmth and hospitality, they never forgot the experience! Ten years later, when the three decided to open a restaurant of their own they named it "THE FEZ!"

Today, after having hosted over 3,000 wedding receptions, countless Anniversaries, Birthdays, Baptisms, Community Banquets and Fund Raisers, The Tradition of Excellence Continues under the leadership of the third generation of the Thomas Family!