About Us

Mangos Beachfront Bar was born in 2016 when Mark and Michele Meana, along with their daughter Lindsay, 

brought a little Texas heart to the shores of Hopkins, Belize. Over the years, they transformed the space into a beloved 

local hangout—an easygoing spot where locals, expats, and travelers could relax with great food, cold drinks, 

and their toes in the Caribbean. Their passion, creativity, and countless improvements helped shape Mangos

 into the quintessential beach bar it is today.

In 2025, after nearly a decade of memories, the Meanas were ready for their next adventure. 

That moment aligned perfectly with a long-held dream for new owners Mark Long and Marci Caputo. For more 

than 10 years, they had imagined finding the perfect Caribbean bar. When Mangos popped up on their radar, 

they booked a flight to Belize and arrived just in time for “Music Bingo Night.” One look at the sun-faded 

blue building, the laid-back crowd, and the unbeatable beach vibes—and they were hooked. 

A couple more trips, a tour of the community, and it became clear: this was home.

A smooth transition was made even easier thanks to Lindsay, the incredible manager 

and chef who chose to stay on and continue leading the Mangos team.

Mark and Marci are from Washington State and parents to four young adults, ages 18–25. “Our kids are 

launching into their own amazing lives, our parents are healthy, and everything aligned,” they say. “It feels 

like the perfect time to grab our dream and dive into this adventure.”

Today, Mangos continues its original mission—serving great food, cold drinks, and unforgettable Caribbean 

moments—while embracing new energy, new ideas, and the same spirit of joy, connection, 

and relaxation that guests have loved since the beginning.

Not easy to find… impossible to forget.