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Somers Point Today
By the People, for the People
New Pablo Restaurant Set to Open in Somers Point
The Zest Restaurant Group plans to open a new eatery in the former Mexiquila location on Maryland Avenue.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 7:04pm
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The vibrant new Pablo Restaurant aims to bring a fresh take on Mexican cuisine to the Somers Point community.Somers Point TodaySomers Point, New Jersey is getting a new restaurant called Pablo, which will be opened by the Zest Restaurant Group that owns several establishments in nearby Cape May. The group recently announced on social media that they are getting closer to opening the new restaurant in the space that was previously occupied by the short-lived Mexiquila.
Why it matters
The opening of a new restaurant in Somers Point is significant, as it fills a vacant space left by a previous establishment and signals continued economic activity and investment in the local community. The Zest Restaurant Group's expansion into Somers Point also suggests confidence in the area's dining scene and potential for growth.
The details
The Zest Restaurant Group, which owns Taco Cabalitto Tequilaeria, Port Marina, and Fish House in Cape May, has taken over the former Mexiquila location on Maryland Avenue in Somers Point. The group has been posting updates on social media about the progress of renovations and preparations to open the new Pablo Restaurant at the site.
- Mexiquila closed in late 2025.
- The Zest Restaurant Group announced plans for Pablo Restaurant in early 2026.
- Pablo Restaurant is expected to open in spring 2026.
The players
Zest Restaurant Group
A restaurant group that owns several establishments in Cape May, New Jersey, including Taco Cabalitto Tequilaeria, Port Marina, and Fish House. The group is now expanding into Somers Point by opening the new Pablo Restaurant.
Mexiquila
A restaurant that previously occupied the Maryland Avenue space in Somers Point before closing in late 2025.
What’s next
The Zest Restaurant Group is currently working on renovations and preparations to open Pablo Restaurant on Maryland Avenue in Somers Point, with an expected opening in spring 2026.
The takeaway
The opening of Pablo Restaurant by the experienced Zest Restaurant Group signals continued investment and growth in Somers Point's dining scene, filling a vacant space left by a previous establishment and potentially drawing more visitors and economic activity to the area.
