A Mediterranean-inspired eatery and bar in Midtown has closed, and a new Mexican restaurant is set to take its place.
La Santa Tacos & Bar is in the works at the former Rwby space in Midtown. The new restaurant from Mixo Group LLC will feature traditional Mexican food with margaritas and signature cocktails.
Born and raised in Mexico City, mixologist and Mixo Group CEO Jesus Perez has lived in Atlanta for several years and worked in the beverage industry for almost 15 years.
“One of my goals is to show people where I came from and why I’m so proud of my culture and the best way to do it I believe is with every cocktail I create and the delicious food we will prepare for them,” he said in an email to What Now Atlanta .
Perez said everything will be made from scratch with fresh and local ingredients.
“I want to create a great environment for everyone,” he said.
A longtime restaurant called Lawrence was originally located at the Juniper Street space before owners Eric Simpkins and Darren Carr announced in January 2023 that they would be closing the restaurant and opening a new concept there. Rwby opened last fall, serving Mediterranean-inspired fare.