Family Recipes
Every dish traces back to a family kitchen. Traditional Mexican cocina, plated for a modern night out.
About Metztli
Where the moon meets the table.
Metztli — Nahuatl for the moon — is a modern Mexican cocina & bar on Williams Boulevard in Richland. Family recipes, warm hospitality, and a room built for slow nights.
Our Story
A Mexican night, Richland-set.
At Metztli we bring the flavors, traditions, and hospitality of Mexico to your table. From sizzling fajitas and handcrafted specialties to fresh guacamole and authentic family recipes — every dish is prepared with care and inspired by the rich culinary heritage of our home.
The name is Nahuatl for the moon. In Mesoamerican tradition the moon marked time, ceremony, and the rhythm of family gatherings — the exact atmosphere Azael set out to build on Williams Boulevard. A quiet dining room, a full bar, and a plate you can taste home in.
What Sets Us Apart
Every plate, handled with care.
Made to Order
Guacamole mashed fresh. Salsas made in-house. Fajitas that hit the table still sizzling from the flame.
Curated Bar
A tequila and mezcal list built around small distilleries, house margaritas, and specialty cocktails.
Warm Hospitality
Owner-run. Every guest gets the same welcome — first-timers, regulars, and the family up front.
The Name
Metztli — the moon.
Nahuatl was the language of the Aztec — and "metztli" was their word for the moon. It ran through calendars, harvests, and ceremonies. The crescent-moon at the center of our mark carries that lineage forward.
It's why the room feels the way it does. Low, warm light. Deep wood. A brass shine in the copper details. A place to sit down for a proper night, not just a meal.
- Authentic family recipes
- Handcrafted margaritas & specialty cocktails
- Fresh guacamole made to order
- Full bar with premium tequila & mezcal
Visit
Come find the moon.
255 Williams Blvd, Richland, WA 99354 — open daily at 11 AM.
Frequently Asked
More about Metztli.
The short answers. If your question isn't here, send a note — we reply within a business day.
What does "Metztli" mean?
"Metztli" is the Nahuatl word for the moon — the same crescent moon at the center of the Metztli mark. In Mesoamerican tradition the moon was tied to time, ceremony, and the rhythm of family gatherings, which is the atmosphere we're building at the restaurant.
Is Metztli locally owned?
Yes — Metztli Cocina Bar is a locally owned Mexican restaurant on Williams Boulevard in Richland. Every dish is prepared in-house with family recipes brought from Mexico, and the bar program is built around premium tequilas and mezcals sourced from small distilleries.
Do you have vegetarian options?
Yes. Guacamole, cheese and veggie fajitas, bean burritos, and cheese enchiladas are all on the menu, and most plates can be made vegetarian by request. Ask your server for the current vegetarian and gluten-friendly options — the kitchen adapts around dietary preferences whenever possible.