For Felipe Mayen and Gerhard Matamoros, Tela Latin Grill is more than a place to serve Honduran food — it’s a way to bring a piece of home to Gainesville.
Two years after opening their first location on University Avenue, the two Honduran immigrants are preparing to open a second, bringing their food and culture to a new part of the city.
Tela’s new location will neighbor Dave’s Hot Chicken in Butler Plaza. It will offer the same atmosphere and menu as its University Avenue location, according to the co-owners, but hopes to attract more Gainesville locals…