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NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 7, 2026Hillsborough

Red Mesa Group closes Mercado West restaurant in St. Petersburg

Red Mesa Group announced the permanent closure of its Mercado West restaurant located at 6001 Central Ave. The restaurant will cease operations later this month after operating for less than one year.

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Why It Matters

The closure marks the second Red Mesa concept to shut down in downtown St. Petersburg in less than two months, impacting local dining options and employment at the 6001 Central Ave. location.

Key Facts

  • Red Mesa Group is permanently closing its Mercado West restaurant.
  • The restaurant is located at 6001 Central Ave. in St. Petersburg.
  • The closure is scheduled to occur later this month.
  • The business operated for less than one year.
  • This is the second Red Mesa concept to close in downtown St. Petersburg in less than two months.

Who's Mentioned

organizationMercado West“The specific restaurant location closing.”locationMercado West“The specific restaurant location closing.”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news publication reporting the closure.”organizationRed Mesa Group“Parent company of the closing restaurant.”location6001 Central Ave.“Address of the closing restaurant.”locationSt. Petersburg“City where the business operations are located.”