Rita Haddad
Chef & founder
Opened Mesa with twelve seats and a wood oven.
About us
Our Story
Since 2012
- Years serving
- 12+
- Local suppliers
- 40
- Average rating
- 4.8
- Industry awards
- 2
12+
Years serving
Our story
A small kitchen with a big table
Mesa started in 2012 as a twelve-seat kitchen with one idea: food tastes better when it is shared.
Today we still cook the same way. We buy from farms within 80 km, bake bread every morning and change the menu with the seasons.
- Local produceSourced from farms within 80 km.
- Wood-firedBreads and mains cooked over open flame.
- Made by handPasta, bread and desserts made in house daily.
The team
The people behind the plates
Karim Nassar
Head chef
Grew up in his grandmother's kitchen. Runs the fire.
Lina Khoury
Pastry chef
The Basque cheesecake is hers.
FAQ
Good to know
01Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are welcome, but we recommend booking, especially Thursday to Saturday.
02Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes. Dishes are labeled on the menu and our team can adapt many others.
03Can I host a private event?
Our private room seats up to 24 guests. Send us a message from the contact page.
04Is the restaurant wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the dining room, terrace and restrooms are fully step-free.