New Orleans Rapper Curren$y Is Reviving Burgers at City Park’s Bud’s Broiler | Eater New Orleans

"I saw an Instagram announcement from New Orleans–born rapper Curren$y (born Shante Scott Franklin), using the hashtag #lifeburgerNola, that he had purchased the recently closed City Park/Mid‑City location of Bud’s Broiler. The historic spot was reopened by franchise owner Shannon Prince in 2009 after originally closing in 2005 following Hurricane Katrina, but a court order in December forced its closure amid a legal dispute with the parent company and a “for lease” sign briefly appeared in the window. According to NOLA.com, Mousa Hamdan registered the name Life Burger LLC on Friday; Curren$y plans to remodel and quickly rebrand the building, and a meeting this week will determine the opening date. The coverage also highlighted the tagline “High Quality Meat and Glowing Charcoal Make the Difference.”" - Clair Lorell