Food & Wine

Sizzling fajitas and signature drinks on the menu at new Richland restaurant

One of the menu items is the Burrito Tri-Cities, according to Facebook.
One of the menu items is the Burrito Tri-Cities, according to Facebook. Courtesy of Metztli Cocina Bar
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  • Metztli Cocina Bar will open July 5 at 255 Williams Blvd., the former Publichouse 255.
  • The restaurant promises sizzling fajitas, handcrafted specialties and signature cocktails.
  • Azael Purata and Jesus Luna are listed as owners on Washington revenue license records.

A new Mexican restaurant is making a home for itself in Richland. Metztli Cocina Bar is opening its doors on Sunday, July 5.

Metzli Cocina Bar, a Mexican restaurant, is scheduled to open July 5 at 255 Williams Blvd. in Richland.
Metzli Cocina Bar, a Mexican restaurant, is scheduled to open July 5 at 255 Williams Blvd. in Richland. Bob Brawdy bbrawdy@tricityherald.com

Located at 255 Williams Blvd., Richland, this building was previously Publichouse 255 and Fat Olives before being taken over by the Mexican restaurant.

Customers can expect food items ranging from Mahi Mahi tacos to the Burrito Tri-Cities.
Customers can expect food items ranging from Mahi Mahi tacos to the Burrito Tri-Cities. Bob Brawdy bbrawdy@tricityherald.com

They will be hosting a grand opening at 11 a.m., according to an event they created on Facebook.

“Sizzling fajitas and handcrafted specialties” are promised at the new restaurant, according to the post. They also will have a menu of signature cocktails available.

The restaurant is owned by Azael Purata and Jesus Luna, according to license information by the Washington State Department of Revenue.

Know of a bar or restaurant opening or closing in the Tri-Cities area? Send your tips to emma.zawacki@tricityherald.com

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Emma Zawacki
Tri-City Herald
Reporter Emma Zawacki writes about food and wine for the Tri-City Herald. She earned her degree in journalism with an emphasis in reporting and writing from the Missouri School of Journalism.
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