According to the National Restaurant Association, Mexican food is amongst the top favorite cuisines. And luckily, you don’t have to travel to Mexico City to enjoy some tasty tacos or guacamole. Mexican cuisine in Nashville is a jewel. Whether you like enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, or nachos, get your fill. The eateries attract everyone with great taste, specialty menus, and a wonderful ambiance.
Munching on delicious, juicy Mexican dishes while relaxing by the Radnor Lake waterfront is a reality. Following are the top restaurants serving Mexican delights in the city:
According to the National Restaurant Association, Mexican food is amongst the top favorite cuisines. And luckily, you don’t have to travel to Mexico City to enjoy some tasty tacos or guacamole. Mexican cuisine in Nashville is a jewel. Whether you like enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, or nachos, get your fill. The eateries attract everyone with great taste, specialty menus, and a wonderful ambiance.
Munching on delicious, juicy Mexican dishes while relaxing by the Radnor Lake waterfront is a reality. Following are the top restaurants serving Mexican delights in the city:
Saint Anejo is one of the fanciest Mexican restaurants under the umbrella of M Street, the same company operating Whiskey Kitchen and Virago. Mexican cuisine and Latin mixology are showcased. With a menu of over 120 labels of premium mezcal and tequila, you already know the margaritas will be top-shelf. The food on the menu may seem simple, with traditional offerings like tacos, nachos, and quesadillas, but everything brought to the table is dressed over the top. Not many other Mexican restaurants are suited for a memorable experience like Saint Anejo. A favorite dish is the Chicken Tinga taco with jalapeño crisps and cilantro.
A mix of Nashville's lyrical culture and Mexican vibes infuse the restaurant with the best recipes. The menu consists of traditional favorites like Milanesas and nachos. The cantina’s “Big-Ass Nachos” is one of Nashville's more popular offerings. Served on a mound of crispy tortilla chips and topped with charro beans, roasted corn, jalapeños, queso, pico de gallo, crema, and cilantro. Another favorite is the almighty Adobo Chicken Taco, with marinated grilled chicken, Cotija cheese, salsa verde, crema, avocado slices, and cilantro. Margaritas and other signature cocktails are made with premium spirits at the bar.
Saint Anejo is one of the fanciest Mexican restaurants under the umbrella of M Street, the same company operating Whiskey Kitchen and Virago. Mexican cuisine and Latin mixology are showcased. With a menu of over 120 labels of premium mezcal and tequila, you already know the margaritas will be top-shelf. The food on the menu may seem simple, with traditional offerings like tacos, nachos, and quesadillas, but everything brought to the table is dressed over the top. Not many other Mexican restaurants are suited for a memorable experience like Saint Anejo. A favorite dish is the Chicken Tinga taco with jalapeño crisps and cilantro.
A mix of Nashville's lyrical culture and Mexican vibes infuse the restaurant with the best recipes. The menu consists of traditional favorites like Milanesas and nachos. The cantina’s “Big-Ass Nachos” is one of Nashville's more popular offerings. Served on a mound of crispy tortilla chips and topped with charro beans, roasted corn, jalapeños, queso, pico de gallo, crema, and cilantro. Another favorite is the almighty Adobo Chicken Taco, with marinated grilled chicken, Cotija cheese, salsa verde, crema, avocado slices, and cilantro. Margaritas and other signature cocktails are made with premium spirits at the bar.
This taco shop offers modern Mexican cuisine and drinks at affordable prices. Vanderbilt students love to hang out at Taco Mamacita because of the casual decor and delicious menu. For a shareable meal, the sloppy nachos with their secret recipe are perfect. For a main dish, the General Homeboy taco consists of Panko-breaded shrimp, cabbage, sweet Thai chili sauce, green onions, radish, and cilantro. All Margaritas are crafted with select tequila. The Skinny Margarita (only 150 calories!) infuses silver tequila, homemade Splenda, and lime juice. Enjoy your drink on the shaded patio facing Edge Hill Avenue and Vero Road. It's the perfect way to end an evening.
This creative Mexican fusion joint offers festive vibes accompanied by a tasty menu and some unique Margaritas for the adults. Rosepeppers strives to capture the soul of Old Mexico in the heart of Nashville. They have a large patio and plenty of indoor seating. The cuisine takes inspiration from the Sonoran tradition. For "Antojitos," try the avocado fries. Crispy, fried avocado with a creamy center, served with a tomatillo dipping sauce. For the kids, the "Los Originales'' is perfect. Two grilled tacos, corn or flour tortilla, with either ground beef or chicken, served with Spanish rice and refried beans. For the grown-ups, try the Fajitas Burrito - either shredded chicken breast or marinated beef with grilled veggies, wrapped in a giant flour tortilla and smothered in Rojo sauce.
A haven for homemade tacos, sweet and spicy, with traditional ingredients. The crunchy taco salad dish will have beef, black beans, avocado, roasted corn, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing. There is also a wide selection of spicy Margaritas. three of them share the hall of fame, with the Spicy Skinny Margarita taking the lead with Cuervo Silver tequila mixed with agave nectar, lime juice, coconut water and Serrano chilies toppings.
Homestyle cooking in an upbeat, casual environment. The owners, Kevin and Hector, bring a long-found craving, with patrons calling it a Mexican taste paradise. The Lopez brothers use their mother's Oaxaquenian recipes to make savory dishes for pickup, delivery, or in-house dining. A specialty menu stocks all traditional favorites, including vegetarian-friendly dishes and an a la carte menu. The seasonal menu also offers foods made from scratch. All the ingredients are from the local farmers' market.
Nectar: Urban Cantina is a top-of-the-line casual bar serving Margaritas by the glass or pitcher. The craft cocktails at Nectar: Urban Cantina borrow heavily from Mexican recipes, with jalapeno and hibiscus being the favorites. Try the Nector Top Shelf Margarita, a blend of Casamigos Blanco tequila, Grand Marnier floaterlime, and agave. Live music on the patio. The restaurant is also known for tacos and other delights on its chef-curated menu. Food is served in a casual communal environment. Try the house Poblano Queso with tortilla chips and pickled or fresh jalapeno. Then, enjoy some live music on the open outdoor patio.
The family-owned business was voted the best Mexican restaurant by the Nashville Scene. It has also served celebrities like Dolly Parton and the Tennessee Titans. The chicken soup tortilla has slow-cooked chicken, pico de gallo, and rice: fried tortilla strips, shredded cheese, and avocado topping the broth.
San Antonio is the quintessential taco shop with low prices, fast service, and great food. All the tacos are in the $2-3 range, from juicy, marinated steak to crispy fried fish or hand-pulled pork. The tortillas are house-made, soft, and fluffy. The enchiladas are another offer. One enchilada, chicken, beef, or cheese, is $2.79. They are covered in sauce and melty cheese and loaded with meat. The enchilada platter is only $8.09 and includes two enchiladas, Spanish rice, and a big scoop of refried beans.
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