Opened in 1923, James Coney Island has been a staple in the houston area for 89 years. here is a breif history from the James Coney island website :
The year was 1923
The two brothers - Tom and James Papadakis sons of a carpenter, were born in Kastelli Gavias, Greece. Both immigrated to New Your in the early 1900's, eventually making their way to Houston. With just $75 in his pocket and a third grade education, Tom convinced his brother James to build their version of the American Dream ... and thus it began.
James Coney Island
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