Slain food truck icon Michael Ledford's vision becomes reality. Post 20 Sushi opens soon

Collin Bestor, Northwest Florida Daily News
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The family of late local food truck icon Micheal Ledford have brought his dreams to reality as his vision, Post 20, is set to open on Tuesday, May 21.
The family of late local food truck icon Micheal Ledford have brought his dreams to reality as his vision, Post 20, is set to open on Tuesday, May 21.

NICEVILLE — Three months after the death of local food truck owner Michael Ledford, his family and business partner Justin Trotter will open Ledford's long-sought brick-and-mortar restaurant, Post 20, on Tuesday, May 21.

According to a news release, Ledford had always envisioned a place where friends and families could come together and enjoy expertly crafted sushi and spirited libations.

"We are thrilled to be opening the doors of Post 20," Loren Ledford said in a news release. "The people of Niceville opened their hearts to our family and we hope to serve them for years to come. Thank you for your support of Michael and the entire Post 20 team. We are looking forward to seeing you soon!"

Mike Ledford, who was killed in a stabbing in February, will have his dream of a brick-and-mortar restaurant realized when Post 20 Sushi opens Tuesday.
Mike Ledford, who was killed in a stabbing in February, will have his dream of a brick-and-mortar restaurant realized when Post 20 Sushi opens Tuesday.

Located at 306 Bayshore Drive in Niceville, across the street from the Niceville Landing, Post 20 Sushi will feature a modern sushi bar with scenic waterfront views. Patrons can experience traditional and inventive dishes curated by expert chefs with a menu that offers a range of flavors, which Post 20 believes will satisfy those with picky palates.

Post 20 Sushi will be open from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and close on Sundays and Mondays. You can follow the restaurant on Facebook for more sneak peeks and information about the restaurant.

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Ledford was stabbed to death Feb. 9 in his truck outside a CVS store on John Sims Parkway. Dylan Deschaine, 24, was arrested in the incident. Niceville Police Chief David Popwell said Deschaine and Ledford did not know each other.

"It was a disturbance between two unknown individuals that escalated out of hand," Popwell told city council members in February. "There was no robbery, no drugs. No nothing. Just a conflict between two gentlemen."

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