Meza bringing Mexican food to downtown Royal Oak
Two metro Detroit restaurant veterans are teaming up to open a new Mexican restaurant in downtown Royal Oak.
Michael Sophiea and Darrel Krause are partners in Meza, a Mexican restaurant, at 312 South Main St.
After renovations, the 3,000-square-foot restaurant will feature 148 seats, including 16 bar stools and outdoor seating for 24. Demolition has already begun.
Besides a restaurant and bar, Meza will feature live entertainment including bands and DJs.
Sophiea has owned and managed Oak Grill in Royal Oak and also was previous owner of two bars, Rumors and Local 212. Krause’s restaurant resume includes Duggan’s Irish Pub, Woody’s Diner, Lakeview Grille in Oxford, and Post Bar in Novi,
Together they own and operate Ciccarelli’s sports bars in Auburn Hills and Detroit.
Source: city of Royal Oak
Writer: Kim North Shine
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