By midday, the green at The District at Eastover is already in motion. People coming and going. Friends meeting up. Someone lingering a little longer than planned. Masa Mesa settles naturally into that rhythm, adding color and energy that feels both easy and intentional.

Chef Derek Emerson, known in Jackson, MS for consistently delivering dishes people return for again and again, brings a West Coast lens to Mexican-inspired food here. Fresh tortillas. Bright salsas. Tacos layered without feeling heavy. Plates meant to be shared. Margaritas and mezcal poured with confidence. It carries the kind of balance he’s built his name on, thoughtful food that never feels overworked.

In LeFleur East, Masa Mesa adds that sought-after patio moment when the weather turns right, with the green nearby serving as a natural overflow for conversations that stretch comfortably from lunch into evening.