Plant City Restaurant Co-Founder ‘Grandma’ Evelyn Johnson Celebrates 99th Birthday
Evelyn Johnson, affectionately known as "Grandma" and the "Queen of Fred's Market," is celebrating her 99th birthday on September 14th. She continues to work at the Plant City restaurant, a business she started with her husband in 1954, which has…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, August 3, 2026 —
Evelyn Johnson, a beloved figure in Plant City known fondly as “Grandma” and the “Queen of Fred’s Market,” is set to celebrate her 99th birthday on September 14th.
Johnson remains an active presence at Fred’s Market, the restaurant she co-founded with her husband in 1954. What began as a single establishment in Plant City has, over the decades, expanded to multiple locations across the Tampa Bay area.
Her continued involvement in the business at 99 years old highlights a remarkable dedication to the restaurant and its patrons. Fred’s Market has become a fixture in the community, known for its long-standing history and connection to Johnson.
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