Business & Leadership: Chivo's Mexican Bistro

If your mouth waters at hearing the words “ceviche campechano” and“barbacoa taco,” you’re in for a treat. Chivos Mexican Bistro and Cantina’s motto is“Making Mexican food great again.”

“Our customers enjoy our special recipes. Salsa, beans and rice…it’s all made fromscratch and tastes homemade—the way it does in Mexico” said Owner Sergio Olin.

Sergio got his start in the hospitality industry at an early age. “My olderbrother was a hotel manager, and he’d give me jobs during summer break. Ilearned a lot from watching him and liked being around people,” he said.

After working in local restaurants for several years, Sergio decided to openone of his own. “Opportunities can come at the least expected time; you have to beready to go for it,” he said.

Sergio credits his mentors and co-workers for his success. “I’ve been fortunateto have had people in my life who’ve taught me how to lead by example. Myprincipal role is supporting my team. When I see them happy to come to work, itmakes me happy, too. We’ve become a family. I feel so lucky to have them because,without them, none of this would be possible,” he said.

You’ll find fresh and familiar ingredients in Chivos’ seafood dishes like thecrawfish dip appetizer, seafood enchiladas and tacos and Acapulco shrimp cocktail.“We aim for excellence starting with the ingredients,” Sergio said. “Local seafood isbetter quality, and it’s important for me to support other local businesses.”

Enjoy Chivos’ authentic selection of street tacos, enchiladas or fajitas. Tryone of their signature drinks like Tulum or Paloma, and you may discover that youhave a new favorite cocktail. For dessert, pick from traditional favorites like friedice cream and sopapillas.

“I’m proud to be a part of the Mandeville community. The support Chivoshas received is humbling, and I look forward to serving the Northshore for yearsto come,” Sergio said.

Visit Chivos at 2999 Highway 190 in Mandeville, or call 985-778-2298 to place atakeout or catering order. See the full menu at chivosmexicanbistro.com.