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Bessemer / Mesa is a working-class pocket of Pueblo, Colorado. Local Food Reviews lists 29 places here, including bars, Mexican restaurants, Italian and pizza spots, a bakery and a taco shop. To narrow results, try a feature filter or type a question like breakfast burrito in Bessemer.
About Bessemer / Mesa
Bessemer is a historic neighborhood in Pueblo, Colorado, long tied to the city's steel-making past., long tied to the city's steel-making past. Bessemer is a historic neighborhood in Pueblo, Colorado, long tied to the city's steel-making past., long tied to the city's steel-making past and the nearby steelworks. The neighborhood is known for its working-class roots and its immigrant and Mexican American heritage, which shows up in some of the local food.
For this page, we include places within three-quarters of a mile of Northern Avenue in Bessemer. That radius picks up the Mesa area as well, so the list reflects a mix of long-standing neighborhood spots and small independent businesses.
Eating and drinking in Bessemer / Mesa
Dining here leans toward bars, Mexican food and a few Italian and pizza places, with very few national chains. Most listed places are independent and neighborhood-oriented.
- Bars and nightlife: This is the largest group among our listings, and some have a full bar. Listed places include Veterans Tavern, known for craft beers and artisan cocktails.
- Mexican and tacos: Many listings are Mexican restaurants and taquerias. Listed places include Cuca's Mexican, known for sizzling fajitas, seafood ceviches and soft or crispy tacos, and King Taco, known for Taco al Pastor, Carne Asada Burritos and agua frescas.
- Italian and baked goods: A few listings are Italian or pizza. Listed places include Zoelsmann's Bakery and Deli, known for stone-baked breads, fresh cannolis and homemade Italian sausage.
- Breakfast: Some places serve breakfast. Do Drop Inn is listed as known for a green chili smothered breakfast burrito, chicken fried steak and huevos rancheros.
- Ordering options: Online ordering and catering are common among listings, and some offer takeout, delivery or private dining for events.
Tips for eating in Bessemer / Mesa
- Use the Online Ordering, Takeout or Delivery filters if you want to skip the wait or eat at home.
- If you're planning a group meal or party, filter for Catering or Private Dining / Events, which several listings offer.
- Looking for a morning meal? Filter for Breakfast Served, since only some places here open the day with a menu.
- Reservations are accepted at only a few places, so expect to walk in at most spots.
Bessemer / Mesa restaurants: FAQs
What kinds of restaurants are in Bessemer / Mesa?
Our listings here are mostly bars and Mexican restaurants, along with a few Italian and pizza places, bar and grills, a taco shop, a bakery and a fast food spot. Nearly all are independent rather than chains.
Are there places to get breakfast in Bessemer / Mesa?
Yes, some listed places serve breakfast. Do Drop Inn, for example, is listed as known for a green chili smothered breakfast burrito and huevos rancheros. Use the Breakfast Served filter to see the full set.
Can I order takeout or delivery in Bessemer / Mesa?
Several listings offer takeout, delivery or online ordering. Apply those filters on this page to narrow the results to places that do.
What's the best restaurant in Bessemer / Mesa?
We don't rank restaurants. To find a good fit, filter by cuisine or features like Full Bar or Catering, or type a question such as tacos in Bessemer into the search.