‘I dispute the allegations:’ Prime Barbecue owner sued over planned RTP restaurant: news

Prime Barbecue Owner Sued by Investor Over Planned RTP Restaurant Prime STQ

Christopher Prieto, pitmaster and owner of the acclaimed Prime Barbecue in Knightdale, North Carolina, has been sued by a business investor over plans for his upcoming Research Triangle Park (RTP) restaurant, Prime STQ.

Responding directly to the legal action, Prieto stated, “I dispute the allegations,” as he prepares to defend against the civil claims surrounding the expansion.

Overview of the Lawsuit and Allegations

The legal dispute focuses on the business arrangement behind Prime STQ, a high-profile hybrid barbecue and steakhouse concept planned for the Horseshoe development at Hub RTP.

• The Complaint: An existing investor in Prime Barbecue filed the lawsuit alleging contractual breaches and disputes regarding financial and ownership structures used to launch the RTP location.

• The Pitmaster’s Response: Prieto maintains that the new venture operates within proper legal and business boundaries and denies any wrongdoing related to the establishment of the new restaurant.

Prime Barbecue and the Prime STQ RTP Development

Prime Barbecue has earned nationwide acclaim for its Texas-style smoked meats and regional barbecue offerings. The planned RTP spin-off, Prime STQ, represents a major expansion designed to bring wood-fired cuts, craft barbecue, and elevated dining to the center of the Triangle.

The project made headlines after NHL star and Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin joined as a high-profile business partner. Despite the pending lawsuit from the investor, Prieto and his team remain focused on moving forward with the restaurant’s launch at Hub RTP.