There's a secret bar behind the bookcase at Fresno's newest spot
By Gabriel Dillard
Published on April 5, 2026.
After seven years of planning, the highly anticipated grand opening of Downtown Fresno bar and restaurant Moses McQueen's took place on April 4, 2026. The venue, named after two of Fresno's founders, operates out of the Elia Home, a 110-year-old house and the last remaining residence at its corner near Van Ness Avenue and Cesar Chavez Boulevard. The owners, brothers Diego and Miguel Arambula and Phillip Kliewer, drew inspiration from Austin's Rainy Street, known for its historic homes converted into bars and restaurants. They renovated the 2,000-square-foot home while preserving its old-school charm. The main floor features vibrant wallpaper, vintage light fixtures, teal booths, and a 1920s-inspired bar upstairs, accessible only through a hidden bookcase passage. The grand opening featured live music from the Ray Moore Band.
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