South Park Creators Announce Deal To Buy Casa Bonita

LAKEWOOD, CO — The iconic, yet embattled restaurant Casa Bonita is set to be purchased by "South Park" creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the pair announced during a meeting with Gov. Jared Polis on Friday.

Pending bankruptcy proceedings — which could take several months — Parker and Stone said they've struck an agreement with Casa Bonita's owner to make the purchase.

The popular eatery and family entertainment venue, at 6715 W Colfax Ave., filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April, and rallies and fundraisers have been held in an effort to save the restaurant. Casa Bonita has been closed for about a year, but its gift shop and arcade have reopened.

The Lakewood mainstay was first featured on South Park nearly two decades ago, and many outside Colorado were surprised to find out that Casa Bonita was a real restaurant.

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The governor met with Parker and Stone for a livestream conversation Friday in celebration of South Park's 24th anniversary.

Polis said he loves Casa Bonita, but suggested one restaurant upgrade.

"I think I speak on behalf of everyone who patronizes Casa Bonita, is the food could be a little better," the governor said.