Mi Cozumel Will Expand at Newport on the Levee
The restaurant plans to increase its floor space by February 2027 to host larger gatherings.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Dining Out
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Mi Cozumel at Newport on the Levee will expand its current 5,800-square-foot footprint by 2,800 square feet. The project is expected to begin in February 2027 to better accommodate growing demand for group celebrations.
Why it matters
The expansion reflects rising demand for dining space capable of hosting larger parties and social events at the popular riverfront destination. By adding more square footage, the restaurant intends to offer improved capacity for both indoor and patio seating.
The restaurant currently occupies 5,800 square feet and will increase to a total of 8,600 square feet. The project adds 2,800 square feet of dining area to serve larger parties and provide additional patio space.
The players
Mi Cozumel
This is a restaurant operator located at the Newport on the Levee complex in Newport, Kentucky.
Newport on the Levee
This is a mixed-use retail, dining, and entertainment destination situated along the Ohio River.
The details
The restaurant, which first opened in summer 2025, plans to reconfigure its footprint to enhance the guest experience. This added space will specifically target the need for larger group accommodations and expanded outdoor seating along the Ohio River.
Timeline
The restaurant opened at the Levee in summer 2025.
Construction is expected to begin in February 2027.
Culture Shift
This project follows the broader industry trend of restaurants optimizing floor plans to cater to post-pandemic demand for flexible group dining. It marks a shift toward larger hospitality footprints in high-traffic, mixed-use commercial developments.
Visitors to the Levee can expect increased capacity for large party reservations once construction is complete. This update aims to reduce wait times for groups and improve the overall flow of the restaurant's expanded indoor and patio seating areas.
The takeaway
Customers planning future gatherings at the Levee will soon have more options for large-group seating as the local dining scene evolves. This expansion serves as a practical reminder that popular restaurants in high-demand areas often adapt their physical footprints to keep pace with guest traffic.
What happens next
Construction on the 2,800-square-foot expansion is scheduled to begin in February 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WKRC.
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