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. “
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.
(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 !!
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'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.
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 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!
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 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????
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.
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 👍
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'm so proud of this guy for turning his life around. He has a good heart
JESSES IS GREAT MAN… keep it up Jesses .. glad you turned your life around ..
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. “
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.
(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.
What a MAN Jesse...God Bless brother
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 !!
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
A great story ! Hats off to him !
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.
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!!!
The very best Texas Bucket List ever!!
Wonderful story.....and great looking food!!!
Praise The Lord..great testimony from Jesse...God helped him and blessed him...thanks for the video...
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
Huge amounts of respect and love to this man!
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 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!
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
YOUR FOOD LOOKS AWSOME.....AND ONE DAY AT A TIME IS ALL WE HAVE,BLESS YOU!
Wonderful testimony! Thank you The Texas Bucket List for highlighting this great story. I am happy that I found your channel!
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. 🌮🤩
God bless him! That is America right there! Second chances and hard work!
So happy your business is BOOMING
Jessie, thank you for sharing your story. Someone who is this dedicated to his work and life is going to make great food.
Great story followed by great looking food!! Keep it up Jesse! God bless. Hope to visit this place someday!
I love success stories like this. God bless him.
Keep it going, I'm proud of you, so so many people just can't stop.
Takes a man to open up like that. Great story and episode 💜
Inspiring story. Boy, if I lived there, I would eat at Jesse's every week!
God Bless You Jesse. And thank you Bucket List for being open and sharing to his Faith Story! God Bless yall!
great man, he did not had to share his past but wants to aspire others...
In America, anybody can be whomever they choose if they are willing to weather the storm. This was truly inspiring.
What a wonderful life story. Congratulations Jesse.
Thank you for your honesty, the very next time i'm in the area I'm coming by to try out your Taqueria !!!
He's so humble and grateful
Wow, this is good and sad at the same time. Keep up the good work and don't look back!
With God all is possible. Amen 🙏🏻😃
Amen
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!
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 😃
what an inspiring man, way to turn it around-right on!
GOD Bless You Jesse!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And Thank You For Your Life Story!!!!!!!!!!! and The Awesome Food You Are Blessed!!!!!
I'm proud of u bruh keep up the good work God bless
Love the honesty of Jesse I am going this weekend to eat
Thank you for sharing his testimony, what an inspiring story! I wish I could try the good 😊.
A Powerful Testimony Brother GOD Bless You Sir and Thank You For Sharing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Those Jesse’s breakfast tacos are everything 🤤😋 that taqueria is 3 minutes from my house
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 live just outside bryan, I'm going to find and visit Jesse's place. Thanks for the heads up.
Beautiful story
God bless you🙏
Great Story. Thanks for sharing it.
Good job Jessy, I hope one day I'm blessed to visit Texas, and see you and your restaurant. Saludos hermano
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.
I want to go to this place just to support this guy.
God bless you sir and your business.
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!
Fantastic, great job enjoyed that!!!!!
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.
Awesome story.
GOD is a restorer! You don't look like what you've been through so Happy for you!
All I can say is AWESOME !!!
God Bless him. Excellent video!
I salute this man. Only in America. God bless.
God bless. Saludos desde Los Angeles. Keep up the great work.
Bless you, Jesse.
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
An amazing story for sure.
❤️ beautiful story. 🥺❤️
One word, Awesome!
Wow, great story.
Wonderful story
Amazing testimony 🙏♥️
Come on with your testimony!!!🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌God Bless & Keep!!
Love this!
Much respect for Jesse.
My mouth is watering.
God Bless you Jesse!
great story
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????
YOU DO AN AMAZING JOB
FOR LOCAL RESTAURANTS
Congratulations 👏 and if I ever make that way love to stop by to taste your food
Hit the bottom and came back leading the pack
Been down that road
God bless you
✝️
Good job my brother
He definitely has an appreciation of freedom and God👍👍
He is an inspiration
May the Powerful Lord Jesus bless your sweet soul & territory
You go Jesse God is powerful
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.
Awesome!!!👍🙏🙏
Love your story. But would love to have your Mexican subway here in Pasadena TX.....
Great story.
Good man
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 👍
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…