SPRING LAKE, MI - Local brothers and entrepreneurs Artemio and Luis Mendoza opened El Mesquite in 2022 to offer fresh ingredients complemented by a welcoming atmosphere.

The Mexican bar and grill at 510 W. Savidge St. in Spring Lake serves homemade, traditional recipes.

Luis Mendoza, who is also the general manager of the location, was the owner of the original El Mesquite location in Muskegon, which opened in 2014, but is now closed.

Originally from the central part of Mexico between Mexico City and Guadalajara, Mendoza got his start in restaurants in Meridian, Miss., over two decades ago. He moved to Muskegon 20 years ago on his family’s recommendation — they already lived there and said it was good for business.

“My brother has another restaurant (El Burrito Loco) on Harvey Street

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