This happens to a lot of people in prison. They’ve studied it and found: “A very important reason why inmates become involved with religion is to improve their own self-concept. Lack of a positive self-concept is a common problem with correctional inmates who may suffer from guilt related to failures in life, remorse from criminal acts, or, from the pain of a dysfunctional family background. Because the core of many religious beliefs includes acceptance and love from a higher being, and from members of the faith group, inmates often feel better about themselves if they practice religion while incarcerated. “
(The closed-captions had me rolling! No Spanish in there, huh?) I've been to Jesse's many times. The first time was with a lifetime local who had an issue with staying out of trouble. All of that stuff you heard Jesse say about helping others and being supportive...it's 100% true. There was absolutely no acting or exaggeration in his words; the man is pure of heart and SO giving. He says hello and goodbye to every single customer and will always stop by your table - not just to ask if everything's okay, but to have a real conversation, even if he has never seen you before. The food...oh, man. The food is amazing (and I've had a LOT of tacos) and the prices are shockingly low for what you're getting. This wonderful guy deserves every bit of success he's getting. If you're lucky, you'll probably run into his family there, as well. Check at the table back against the wall near the register. Go say hi and talk for a while! Two more things: The hours aren't what you might expect for a restaurant, so be sure to look it up before you go. Lastly, I really enjoy the TBL and all the new things they open us up to experience, so I really really really hope that being featured on this show doesn't change Jesse's. Too much good press isn't always a good thing - not for the owners or the faithful regulars.
I’m so proud of you Jessie ! I may never be blessed with eating at your restaurant, but know that God had his own plan for you! Keep thriving and stay blessed !!
First of all what a mighty God we serve, this also proves that we live in an amazing country that no matter who you are where you're from what color you are you can succeed. Jessie thank you for your story. May God bless you and your business.
Jesse is a bad ass. I have much respect for this man, for what he was able to overcome and accomplish after the bad times and I dont even know him. There are so many more restaurants offering Mexican food in Bryan now than before I left. The gems I came across were something I looked forward to always. It is one thing I miss most about the place. I tell people about it all of the time. When you realize the so called Mexican food you've been eating your whole life was not done right or that you have been fooled, it is a hell of a thing. Bryan,TX made me realize this. People just don't understand. I wish I could have tried the food from Jessi's. The food looks/sounds (described) awesome. Good luck to him and his business. I'm glad Bryan is still known for its awesome Mexican food.
I would love to stop in for some of that delicious food Jesse but mainly I would love to stop by just to shake your hand. Congratulations on that awesome comeback. God Bless and hope for the best for you Jesse!
I found Jesse’s in 2016, the year my daughter started her first year at A&M. It’s just one of the things I miss about BCS that I don’t get to see very often since she finished up her college and moved back to North Texas. I can’t recommend Jesse’s enough, the food and atmosphere was and I’m sure still is amazing!
I've been there several times with friends during lunch. The food is both excellent and affordable. Jesse is a great guy. I never knew about his troubles. God bless him.
What a wonderful story. Jesse is an inspiration. A true comeback story. We all lose our way at times. What matters is that we turn it around and get back on track
WOW !! I have lived in this area all my life and even worked in the same mall strip for several years and never knew a thing about his backstory. The little clips where he is seen greeting and talking to his customers wasn't done just because he was on camera. He really is like this with everyone that walks in. We have so many Mexican taco eateries in our area and most act like they don't even want your business. But not at Jessie's, he is a real genuine man and his appreciation for his customers really shows. The place is always packed in the mornings and during lunch. I often had to work alone with no breaks throughout the entire day and no matter how busy the restraunt was he would always be willing to walk over to deliver my food. For this I will always be a forever patreon and supporter of him and his establishment. Jessie if you ever read this "You Rock" I wish you many more blessings and happiness. Keep being an inspiration to others. 🌮🤩
I’ve lived in Bryan Texas since I was 6 years old and best believe it’s a good experience because the food cultures are AMAZING but Jessie’s breakfast tacos YUM!
The best of the best!!!! I ate breakfast at Jesse’s at least four times a week when I lived there. I’m pretty sure I kept the lights on. Every time I go back to BCS Jesse’s is built into the schedule.
Jesse is a great guy and I’m happy He found God in his life and Turned it around .. something wrong with you if you don’t like Jesse and his food … keep it up Jesse…
I used to work very close to Jesse's, but that was before he opened in 2012. I wish they were around when I was in Aggieland as not many Tex-Mex/Mexican restaurants in BCS lived up to the "authentic Mexican" claims. Another place that deserves a look is a sandwich shoppe called "Must be Heaven", located a little farther west on Briarcrest Drive. Very good food - great place overall. I really miss Aggieland.
Jesse seems like a great guy! And that food all looks AMAZING....I’d kill for some of ALL OF THAT right now..can you overnight me some to Nashville????
Dang I been to Jesses’s taqueria numerous times and didn’t know this past about jesses if u meet him without knowing this you be surprised some one that nice can have a past like that but all props to jesse we only have one life and we all make mistakes 👍
I'm so proud of this guy for turning his life around. He has a good heart
Amazing story of redemption.
What a great story. These days it's hard to get society to forgive. But this man has done it with the help of God.
YES HE HAS.
Amen
This happens to a lot of people in prison. They’ve studied it and found:
“A very important reason why inmates become involved with religion is to improve their own self-concept. Lack of a positive self-concept is a common problem with correctional inmates who may suffer from guilt related to failures in life, remorse from criminal acts, or, from the pain of a dysfunctional family background. Because the core of many religious beliefs includes acceptance and love from a higher being, and from members of the faith group, inmates often feel better about themselves if they practice religion while incarcerated. “
(The closed-captions had me rolling! No Spanish in there, huh?)
I've been to Jesse's many times. The first time was with a lifetime local who had an issue with staying out of trouble. All of that stuff you heard Jesse say about helping others and being supportive...it's 100% true. There was absolutely no acting or exaggeration in his words; the man is pure of heart and SO giving.
He says hello and goodbye to every single customer and will always stop by your table - not just to ask if everything's okay, but to have a real conversation, even if he has never seen you before. The food...oh, man. The food is amazing (and I've had a LOT of tacos) and the prices are shockingly low for what you're getting.
This wonderful guy deserves every bit of success he's getting. If you're lucky, you'll probably run into his family there, as well. Check at the table back against the wall near the register. Go say hi and talk for a while!
Two more things: The hours aren't what you might expect for a restaurant, so be sure to look it up before you go. Lastly, I really enjoy the TBL and all the new things they open us up to experience, so I really really really hope that being featured on this show doesn't change Jesse's. Too much good press isn't always a good thing - not for the owners or the faithful regulars.
I’m so proud of you Jessie ! I may never be blessed with eating at your restaurant, but know that God had his own plan for you! Keep thriving and stay blessed !!
First of all what a mighty God we serve, this also proves that we live in an amazing country that no matter who you are where you're from what color you are you can succeed. Jessie thank you for your story. May God bless you and your business.
Gracias for sharing your testimony, just saw you in Texas bucket list on TV, will be visiting you soon God bless you brother!! Love from Houston texas
What a MAN Jesse...God Bless brother
A great story ! Hats off to him !
JESSES IS GREAT MAN… keep it up Jesses .. glad you turned your life around ..
One of the best episodes I've ever seen in TBL, what a redemption story. Aside from that... Man that asado de puerco looks goooooood!!!
Food looks delicious! Great come back!
Ive gotta go here just to salute this man, What a good guy.
What a wonderful story. We all fall short. God forgives if one repents. I cant wait to return to Bryan and visit this place. Well done Jesse.
This was amazing!!! Food and man!!! Thank you Texas bucket list for putting this out!!!
God bless him! That is America right there! Second chances and hard work!
Jesse is a bad ass. I have much respect for this man, for what he was able to overcome and accomplish after the bad times and I dont even know him.
There are so many more restaurants offering Mexican food in Bryan now than before I left. The gems I came across were something I looked forward to always. It is one thing I miss most about the place. I tell people about it all of the time. When you realize the so called Mexican food you've been eating your whole life was not done right or that you have been fooled, it is a hell of a thing. Bryan,TX made me realize this. People just don't understand. I wish I could have tried the food from Jessi's. The food looks/sounds (described) awesome. Good luck to him and his business. I'm glad Bryan is still known for its awesome Mexican food.
With God all is possible. Amen 🙏🏻😃
Amen
Praise The Lord..great testimony from Jesse...God helped him and blessed him...thanks for the video...
I would love to stop in for some of that delicious food Jesse but mainly I would love to stop by just to shake your hand. Congratulations on that awesome comeback. God Bless and hope for the best for you Jesse!
I found Jesse’s in 2016, the year my daughter started her first year at A&M. It’s just one of the things I miss about BCS that I don’t get to see very often since she finished up her college and moved back to North Texas. I can’t recommend Jesse’s enough, the food and atmosphere was and I’m sure still is amazing!
The very best Texas Bucket List ever!!
Wonderful story.....and great looking food!!!
I've been there several times with friends during lunch. The food is both excellent and affordable. Jesse is a great guy. I never knew about his troubles. God bless him.
Awesome story. Prayers to him for turning his life around
great man, he did not had to share his past but wants to aspire others...
Wonderful testimony! Thank you The Texas Bucket List for highlighting this great story. I am happy that I found your channel!
YOUR FOOD LOOKS AWSOME.....AND ONE DAY AT A TIME IS ALL WE HAVE,BLESS YOU!
Huge amounts of respect and love to this man!
This made me cry praise God for this amazing miracle.
What a wonderful story. Jesse is an inspiration. A true comeback story. We all lose our way at times. What matters is that we turn it around and get back on track
WOW !! I have lived in this area all my life and even worked in the same mall strip for several years and never knew a thing about his backstory. The little clips where he is seen greeting and talking to his customers wasn't done just because he was on camera. He really is like this with everyone that walks in. We have so many Mexican taco eateries in our area and most act like they don't even want your business. But not at Jessie's, he is a real genuine man and his appreciation for his customers really shows. The place is always packed in the mornings and during lunch.
I often had to work alone with no breaks throughout the entire day and no matter how busy the restraunt was he would always be willing to walk over to deliver my food. For this I will always be a forever patreon and supporter of him and his establishment. Jessie if you ever read this "You Rock" I wish you many more blessings and happiness. Keep being an inspiration to others. 🌮🤩
I’ve lived in Bryan Texas since I was 6 years old and best believe it’s a good experience because the food cultures are AMAZING but Jessie’s breakfast tacos YUM!
What a wonderful life story. Congratulations Jesse.
Those Jesse’s breakfast tacos are everything 🤤😋 that taqueria is 3 minutes from my house
Jessie, thank you for sharing your story. Someone who is this dedicated to his work and life is going to make great food.
God Bless You Jesse. And thank you Bucket List for being open and sharing to his Faith Story! God Bless yall!
Bless you, Jesse.
Great story followed by great looking food!! Keep it up Jesse! God bless. Hope to visit this place someday!
Keep it going, I'm proud of you, so so many people just can't stop.
Inspiring story. Boy, if I lived there, I would eat at Jesse's every week!
In America, anybody can be whomever they choose if they are willing to weather the storm. This was truly inspiring.
GOD is a restorer! You don't look like what you've been through so Happy for you!
Praise God for the testimony, God is Good even in the midst. A Just God!!!!! The devil meant it for bad but God meant it for Jesse's Good
I live just outside bryan, I'm going to find and visit Jesse's place. Thanks for the heads up.
So happy your business is BOOMING
Thank you for your honesty, the very next time i'm in the area I'm coming by to try out your Taqueria !!!
Love the honesty of Jesse I am going this weekend to eat
Wow, this is good and sad at the same time. Keep up the good work and don't look back!
Beautiful story
God bless you🙏
Good job Jessy, I hope one day I'm blessed to visit Texas, and see you and your restaurant. Saludos hermano
Dang, never knew his back story, good for him. I miss running into him as I dont work nearby any more, but always enjoyed the food and conversation.
I love success stories like this. God bless him.
You moved me Bother Jess. Gonna have to stop in and say Howdy when I am speeding up Hwy 6 to Waco from H-Town a few weeks.
GOD Bless You Jesse!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And Thank You For Your Life Story!!!!!!!!!!! and The Awesome Food You Are Blessed!!!!!
He's so humble and grateful
Thank you for sharing his testimony, what an inspiring story! I wish I could try the good 😊.
God bless u Jesse , that's awsome u sharing your story with us to show everyone what drugs can do to people can't wait to visit your restaurant 😃
God bless you sir and your business.
I salute this man. Only in America. God bless.
Takes a man to open up like that. Great story and episode 💜
I'm proud of u bruh keep up the good work God bless
You go Jesse God is powerful
God bless him
Awesome story.
May the Powerful Lord Jesus bless your sweet soul & territory
A Powerful Testimony Brother GOD Bless You Sir and Thank You For Sharing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
God Bless you Jesse!
I would certainly do business w him. I believe his sincere want/need to come back and serve the community. Plus the food looks GREAT!
The best of the best!!!! I ate breakfast at Jesse’s at least four times a week when I lived there. I’m pretty sure I kept the lights on. Every time I go back to BCS Jesse’s is built into the schedule.
Hit the bottom and came back leading the pack
He definitely has an appreciation of freedom and God👍👍
what an inspiring man, way to turn it around-right on!
The best mexican food from the area 👍
Much respect for Jesse.
My mouth is watering.
Jesse is a great guy and I’m happy He found God in his life and Turned it around .. something wrong with you if you don’t like Jesse and his food … keep it up Jesse…
I used to work very close to Jesse's, but that was before he opened in 2012. I wish they were around when I was in Aggieland as not many Tex-Mex/Mexican restaurants in BCS lived up to the "authentic Mexican" claims. Another place that deserves a look is a sandwich shoppe called "Must be Heaven", located a little farther west on Briarcrest Drive. Very good food - great place overall. I really miss Aggieland.
Been to Must be Heaven in Brenham. Good good.
Wonderful story
One word, Awesome!
Wow, great story.
He is an inspiration
Love ya Jesse
God bless you jessy
Jesse seems like a great guy! And that food all looks AMAZING....I’d kill for some of ALL OF THAT right now..can you overnight me some to Nashville????
Dang I been to Jesses’s taqueria numerous times and didn’t know this past about jesses if u meet him without knowing this you be surprised some one that nice can have a past like that but all props to jesse we only have one life and we all make mistakes 👍
Our God is a good GOD to us... congratulations
I want to go to this place just to support this guy.
great story
Like I said get your salsa ( salsa rica )
Salsa rica salsa for the heart ❤️ Premont Texas , get your salsa ,
Great Story. Thanks for sharing it.
God bless. Saludos desde Los Angeles. Keep up the great work.
Awesome!!!👍🙏🙏
All I can say is AWESOME !!!
An amazing story for sure.
Come on with your testimony!!!🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌God Bless & Keep!!
YOU DO AN AMAZING JOB
FOR LOCAL RESTAURANTS
Love this!
Been down that road
God bless you
✝️
Fantastic, great job enjoyed that!!!!!
God Bless him. Excellent video!