our story
IT ALL STARTED WITH A LOVE FOR TACOS, TEQUILA & TUSCALOOSA
Craig Williams opened Central Mesa in the summer of 2017 in the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa. His vision was to create an elevated Mexican-inspired dining experience.
In October of 2021, Brandon Tribble, who worked under Craig at The Avenue Pub and helped create the Central Mesa brand before opening, bought the restaurant with long-time friend, and self-declared Sauce Boss, Scott Harless.
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Tribble and Harless quickly got to work after purchasing Mesa with two goals in mind: showcasing reimagined takes on classic Mexican cuisine and updating Central Mesa’s interior to decor that’s heavily influenced by Dia de los Muertos in a way that’s fresh and unique from any other place in town.
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...and they've been delighting palates ever since. Come visit the new Central Mesa today!
meet the team
brandon tribble
OWNER + OPERATOR
Brandon Tribble has been in the restaurant & bar industry for 16+ years. What started as a means to pay his way through college quickly grew into a fiery passion for all things food & beverage. It's that same passion that made staying in the field the obvious route to follow after finishing school. From Tuscaloosa to Gulf Shores, to Broadway in Nashville, Tribble has rolled up his sleeves & filled every position in the industry. In that time he absorbed all the experience & information he could, which led him to where he is now: fulfilling his dream of being a proud owner & operator.
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Central Mesa, which reopened under his ownership in 2021, now features an inventive, all new menu that’s packed with bold, reimagined takes on Mexican classics. Also featured is the restaurant’s updated interior, which is hugely inspired by Tribble's interest in the rich, colorful culture surrounding Dia de los Muertos. Come visit the new Mesa today & try one of Brandon’s favorites: the Steak Birria Machete or the Tinga Chicken Chimichanga.
Before you reach out:​
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Reservations: Please note, we do not take reservations at this time.
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Job Applications: Interested in joining our team? Applications are accepted in person, Monday through Thursday, between 2 PM and 4 PM. Please do not use this form for job inquiries.