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DJ Mentzel

Sales Manager

Widely regarded as the top cook at Texas Star Grill Shop, DJ combines years of dedicated smoking experience with a technical background in HVAC management. His unmatched product knowledge consistently earns him top marks in showroom training, and as a hands-on purist who values every step of the process, his primary rig of choice is a traditional offset smoker.

Juan Castro

Grill Specialist

A cornerstone of the Texas Star Grill Shop family, Juan brings over a decade of retail experience and a genuine passion for customer care rooted in his previous career as an EMT. His operational expertise spans the entire business, from designing custom outdoor kitchens and managing back-office procurement to overseeing our Outlet inventory. Proud of his Mexican heritage, Juan is known for cooking the best fajitas on the team, and his go-to rig is the Big Green Egg.

What our customers say

Very Informative

DJ was so informative while researching what we needed for our new outdoor kitchen! He explained multiple options various price points and levels of quality without feeling pressured and put us at ease about certain aspects of the needs for our kitchen. He even advised on ways to make the purchase more affordable with options from the store and the manufacturer. Will definitely be back when we need accessories, etc.

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Australia Clark

Verified buyer

Incredibly Knowledgeable

When I first contacted DJ, my intent was to get his advice and then shop the internet for the best price. What I received was far more than I ever expected. DJ was incredibly knowledgeable and spent a lot of time helping us weigh the pros and cons of premium and luxury lines. His commitment to customer service ultimately led us to purchase both a Twin Eagles pellet smoker and an Alfresco gas grill. For a major investment like this, I never imagined feeling so well taken care of. Texas Star Grill Shop sets the bar for establishing long-term customer relationships.

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Kevin Dow

Verified buyer