A Hartford restaurant was heavily damaged by a fire early Sunday morning, according to the property's owner.
Fire officials said flames broke out at Taste and Tell Soul Food and Catering at 657 Blue Hills Ave. just before 4:30 a.m. Sunday. When crews arrived on scene they found heavy fire and smoke coming from the back of the building, and crews had to cut a hole in the roof to ventilate the smoke.
Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the kitchen area, where they believe it started.
The business was closed when the fire broke out and no injuries were reported.
The property owner was on scene and spoke with NBC Connecticut. He said the damage was serious.
“It’s all heavily gutted,” said Lyle Stewart.
The owner of the restaurant has leased the space for two years.
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“It’s like the stove, the pots and pans, everything is all gone,” Stewart added.
Smoke from the fire also spread to the supermarket next door.
The fire marshal is investigating the cause, and fire officials said the fire does not appear suspicious.
