Over the last four years, I've made more work trips to Brentwood than I can count--and I thought I…read morehad just about completed the local Mexican restaurant tour. Turns out, I missed one. On my most recent visit, I discovered Cinco De Mayo quite by accident, and curiosity (and hunger) pulled me in. Tucked just off I-65 near Old Hickory, this place is a bit of a hidden gem. You're not likely to stumble across it unless you're looking--or unless the roadside sign does what it did for me and waves you in like a culinary lighthouse. I stopped in on a Wednesday evening and immediately noticed two things: A) This place is way bigger than it looks from the outside, and B) This place was absolutely hopping. It has that "busy every night" energy--the kind of place that clearly has a loyal following. Inside, it's festive and colorful, with streamers and Mexican-themed décor throughout. There are multiple dining areas, and I was seated (as a party of one) at a table for four on what I assume was the lower level. Plenty of space to stretch out and contemplate life choices...or just the menu. Service started a little slow. After about five minutes, my server (whose name remained a mystery guest star) took my drink and food order and then vanished into the night. He eventually returned with iced tea and chips and salsa. The chips leaned a bit thick for my preference, but the salsa was fresh and flavorful--definitely a strong opening act. The menu is extensive, featuring all the usual Tex-Mex suspects at reasonable prices. Since it was my first visit, I went with a combo plate--the "greatest hits album" approach--to sample a few different items. You'll find all the heavy hitters here: Combo plates for the indecisive (or the strategic) Enchiladas and burritos in multiple variations A surprisingly deep seafood section Chicken dishes, fajitas, and a lineup of specialty items My food arrived in about ten minutes, piping hot and clearly made to order. Everything was solid across the board--no weak links, no surprises, just good, reliable Tex-Mex done right. While dining, I couldn't help but notice the rhythm of the staff. Some were in full hustle mode, keeping things moving efficiently. Others...not so much. My server, for instance, operated more on a "cameo appearance" schedule. My iced tea sat empty long enough to start feeling abandoned before he happened to notice it while tending to another table--one that, incidentally, seemed to get a bit more attention. There's always something satisfying about discovering a spot you didn't know existed--especially when it delivers where it counts. Cinco De Mayo is a solid find with good food and a lively atmosphere. If the service were a bit more dialed in, it could easily move from "good" to "go-to."

You can't go wrong having lunch or dinner at Cinco De Mayo. Although, most likely it will be our…read morelate lunch visit. Restaurant is a little bit worn down, but a very homey atmosphere. Service is not excellent but it's a very efficient and friendly. Food is, again, not delicious but it's a very good. Overall, we as a family like to come back every couple weeks and we always have a good time and enjoy the food. This time our choice was a "tacos Shrimp " and "Grilled Chicken Quesadilla". We notice that they changed the chips. It tastes different than in the past. We will be back.

Great service and food. Greeted and served so quickly. Staff checks back regularly to refill drinks…read moreand see if we needed anything. Restaurant has great ambience. Bathroom was rather stinky. They need to fix that.

I've tried but Uncle Julio's offering has gone down more and more over the years last 20 years and…read moreadd the poor service that has been consistent at trh Brentwood location I can not recommend. We had came in between shifts which I know is hard but the bartender was awful. She does not tend to her patrons, not giving us small plates or silverware and napkins. Those who were were around her were more helpful than her. And she was rude to her peers as well. I'd like to say this was just a her issue but the few times we have stopped in, this type is service has been consistent.

On the road trip back to north Alabama it was time for a food refuelling and I was craving some…read moregood Mexican. The reviews for Mas Amigos were positive and it was easy to find from the freeway. Any Mexican place with free chips and salsa is a good find! The chips were crisp and the salsa was tasty, just enough spice. The wet burrito with chicken I ordered was really good. Our server was friendly and service was efficient.

Visited Mas Amigos Mexican Kitchen in Nashville and had a good experience overall. The first thing…read morethat stood out was the building -- it looks great from the outside and definitely catches your attention. Inside, the space is well maintained with a large seating area, making it a comfortable place to dine. The drinks were really good, and the bartender did a great job -- the margaritas were made perfectly. The menu is fairly standard for a Mexican restaurant, with plenty of options to choose from. The food tasted good and met expectations. Overall, a solid spot with great ambiance and drinks. Definitely worth a visit!

We have been customers of Pueblo Real for over 20 years. We love this restaurant and all the…read morestaff. Of course we love the excellent food but it's the employees and their service that have kept us loyal for over 20 years. Over the last year, we specifically ask to be seated in Violeta's section. We will even wait and have waited to be seated in her section. She's personable, goes out of her way to provide excellent service and just genuinely is pleasant to be around. We are weekly patrons of Pueblo Real and Viotleta is a reason we continue to come back each week.

My wife and I were in town for a family gathering. I had a taste for a margarita, so we decided to…read moretry Pueblo Real. Great choice. We hit the bar first. I tried a flight of margaritas (4) which included traditional (lime), peach, blackberry, and mango. I am a traditional guy, but the peach won! My wife tried a traditional on the rocks and really liked it. The chili lime seasoning on the rim was a great addition. I ordered the fajitas Texanas which had shrimp, chicken, and steak. It was awesome, but way too much food. My wife had the cheese dip appetizer, fried avocado appetizer, and grazed off of my plate. Everything was fabulous. Our bartender and server were great. The restaurant was busy and it had a wait, but hanging out in the bar was a great choice. The wall leading to the restroom had autographed photos of celebrities that had been there. If you are in Franklin, Tennessee, Pueblo Real is well worth giving a try. We will stop in again when we are back.

As a Socal native this Mexican food had a southern twist to it. It was more of a…read morebuild-your-own-plate kind of place. I ordered nachos and you can choose from 3 types of beans, 4 types of protein, 2 types of rice and plenty of salsas and toppings. Fish tacos have a yogurt dill sauce on top. Food is tasty. Not local Mexico authentic, but the experience was good, and Latin music is playing on the speakers.

I've been coming here for years, but tonight was a really disappointing experience. One employee…read morewas rude when I asked a simple question about which rice was brown. When I asked for double chicken, he ignored me and moved on to taking my son's order. I asked again and was ignored again until I finally had to ask another employee to help. Afterward he joked about it with a coworker, which made the whole interaction feel disrespectful. I also noticed a fly around the toppings area, which made the experience even more unpleasant. I had my son with me and didn't want to make a scene, so we just ate and left. Unfortunately, after this experience, I don't plan on coming back. I'd appreciate a follow up with a manager to make this right. That guy has been rude before and he's going to cost your company business

This has to be one of the best restaurants in Franklin. We got the sopapillas platter which had a…read moretaco, tamale, and enchilada with rice and beans. It was incredible. and to top it off, Cora made us an incredible set of sopapillas for a dessert! Lastly was the ambiance of this place was so cool. Perfect for getting together with friends like we did tonight!! We will be back for sure.

The best quac ever…read more Honey glazed Pineapple, AND BACON!?!? Come on..... I literally come here just to eat the guac and have margs

Came here for an authentic Mexican meal, since my husband is Mexican and this is our favorite food…read moreas a family. Reviews all said authentic and raved about service. Walked in and it looked like a former fast food turned cheesy Tex mex place. Our server charged us for soda water. Never offered us kids menu or told us they had one. I had to ask on the way out. Charged us $3.70 for two 2 ounce containers of hot sauce. Terrible small servings for items that came out WAY too fast and were most likely sitting in warming trays. Thankfully there are much more authentic options for us to try and that's what we will do.

We were greeted when we entered. Super friendly staff. The food was bland. Great presentation.read more

Absolutely one of the best Mexican spots in Tennessee! They are so sweet and the food is fabulous!…read more10/10 check this spot out!

This was an unplanned dinner visit found in a plaza. The restaurant wasn't packed so I figured the…read morefood and service would be quick. The only thing that came out quick were the salsa and chips. The servers were nice but everything took so long. This menu reflects TEX-MEX. Overall, the food was okay. I would come back to this location to try out their margarita pitcher which was fairly priced around $20. Looking forward to drinks that hit harder than my first impression!

The orders are incorrect too many times in the quality of food has changed drastically. It's not…read moreconsistent.

I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant! I am a SoCal Mexican native and I don't frequent…read morebigger Mexican restaurants in TN much as the menu tends to cater to other palates, but everything was delicious! Everyone's food came out smelling great, the portions were generous and it came out fast. I ordered the Carne Asada plate which came with guacamole and pic de gallo, a must for a Southern Californian. The rice, beans and carne asada actually reminded me of my family's favorite restaurants growing up, authentic flavor. The guacamole was very good and service was friendly and attentive. I will be recommending this place to others! Thank you for a great experience! I didn't give 5 stars only because queso dip and ground beef is not authentic Mexican (maybe in TX) but it's not for me, and a lot of the dishes come with the queso dip, so avoiding it took some effort.

As a Hispanic (Guatemala) who grew up on authentic food and usually avoids chains, I was blown…read moreaway--this place is the real deal! Everything was delicious. I completely cleaned my tray (photo attached) and could've kept eating if I had room. The waitress was incredibly sweet and attentive, and the salsa bar is outstanding: tons of fresh, flavorful options and spotlessly clean. I'm already planning my next visit. This is my new go-to spot!

Food was so good, the aguachiles were super spicy! The service was fast and attentive. The…read morerestaurant was very clean and played good music.