One Eyed Buffalo Brewing Company opened in 2016 — a fact that’s prominently displayed in the backlit “EST. 2016” sign in the bar area of the new location in Thermopolis, Wyoming. Owners Binky and Jenn Fisher are working hard to get this larger location, across the street from the current one, open for business by mid-September.

No stranger to the food and beverage industry, Jenn began working in restaurants at the age of 14 as a dishwasher. Her mother owned a small restaurant in Douglas, Wyoming, and after Binky and Jenn got married, they bought a restaurant in Dubois, Wyoming.

Since One Eyed Buffalo Brewing Company is a mouthful, most people call it One Eyed Buffalo or just OEB. Binky and Jenn, an ambitious pair, credit much of their success to their employees, who they fondly refer to as “our OEB family.” Although their schedules are quite busy, Jenn says, “It’s important to check in with our OEB family as much as possible with a simple text or call. I like to let them know I’m here, and that I care.” In addition to their OEB family, Binky and Jenn have six children between the two of them, five grandchildren, and another one on the way.

In its seven years in Thermopolis, OEB has become a big part of the town and well supported by its residents and those from surrounding communities. Known for quality menu items, good beer, and lively atmosphere, OEB has a consistent following. Jenn said, “We needed a larger place with a bigger kitchen so we can accommodate as many people as possible. Limited space has been an issue since the beginning.” The new OEB location is twice as large and will be able to seat 174 guests, up from its current capacity of 90. Every interior detail has been carefully chosen, from the combination of textures, wood finishes, and art to the grand stack-stone fireplace in the restaurant’s center.

Currently, there are 57 menu items available for lunch and dinner. Jenn and her staff are creating two separate menus, lunch, and dinner, for the upcoming opening at the new location. She said, “There are also going to be a few surprises that I won’t share with you yet.”

Range’s voice service, internet connectivity, Wi-Fi, and security cameras are vital to OEB. When the new location opens, it’ll be equipped with 45 security cameras. In addition to providing peace of mind, the stored footage has also aided local law enforcement in discovering relevant information about situations in the downtown area.

Their hard work is evident, but Binky, Jenn, and their family enjoy occasional time away visiting Florida, Mexico, or anywhere with a beach, sunshine, and a golf course. They also spend time during the summer months camping, boating, and visiting with their friends at the Marina.

The new location of OEB will be at 535 Broadway Street in Thermopolis. Call OEB at 307-864-3555 or visit them online. The current location is open seven days a week from 11 am – 9 pm.

Originally published in the October 2023 Customer Connections Newsletter.