David Bustos, Owner of Plaza Grill & Tavern 

David is born and raised in Las Vegas; NM and taught at both East and West Las Vegas Schools, he coached at both schools’ varsity boys’ basketball. Dave is a retired 27-year educator and was a basketball coach for 30 years. I recently retired from West Las Vegas High School in 2024 and have three children Justin Bustos, DJ Bustos and Caelin Bustos. Dave is also the owner of Dave’s Diner in Las Vegas, NM.

“I have always felt that The Historic Plaza Hotel was the centerpiece of Las Vegas, NM and believe that opening up a restaurant in the Historic Plaza Hotel will be something special to bring all tourist and the community people together.” – David

Theresa Diaz, General Manager and Marketing for the Plaza Grill & Tavern 

I come to Las Vegas, NM with 25 years of Government Procurement and Contract experience, originally born and raised in Gallup, NM, I moved to ABQ in 2017, where I continued my passion in Government working for Kirtland Air Force Base, managing Federal and Military procurements/contracts & supply chain. I recently retired from Government to begin my journey in the restaurant industry with David. I have prior experience working for a family-owned restaurant (Pal-Joey’s Restaurant and Sports Bar) in Gallup, NM in the mid 90s.

“I am excited and honored to be part of the community of Las Vegas and look forward to meeting everyone who stops in the Plaza Grill & Tavern, I am honored to serve you!” – Theresa

Caelin Bustos, Manager of Plaza Grill & Tavern 

Caelin is born and raised in Las Vegas, NM and graduated West Las Vegas High School 2014, she proceeded on to get her degree in education. She is currently an Elementary Special Education Teacher for West Las Vegas School District and currently the co-owner at Dave’s Diner working alongside with her father.

“I am excited to provide excellent customer service to locals in the community and guests of the Historic Plaza Hotel.” – Caelin