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    Mesero - 12South, Nashville

    4.1 (59 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    MESERO - 12SOUTH, NASHVILLE ATMOSPHERE

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Ribeye Fajitas Ribeye
    Jessica M.

    Recently had the opportunity to finally try Mesero for a date night with the hubby. I had been wanting to try this restaurant since seeing a brunch post on IG. It is definitely an upscale Mexican restaurant perfect for a girls night or date night. The interior is chic and the wait staff are super attentive. We ordered the Atún Ahí Nachos to share, Ribeye Fajitas and a Chile Relleno. I also ordered The Brandon cocktail. The food here is more for the American pallet and not necessarily authentic. I'm glad I gave it a try but perhaps would only return for cocktails and appetizers.

    Tres Leches
    Irene L.

    After coming back from Cabo San Lucas all I wanted was Mole, lo and behold Yelp came through and I was recommended this new hot spot in 12South! We ordered the mole enchiladas, a margarita, horchata and couldn't have been happier (not to mention the complimentary queso, guac, and salsa trio) Not many places offer the trio complimentary so that is a huge bonus in my books! I also appreciated the rice and beans on the side. I felt that we got the bang for our buck with our meal! Our server recommended we order the Tres Leches cake and it was A HUGE slice! Definitely a portion to share! The ambiance compared to most restaurants and stores on 12th South is more casual!

    Hollywood Cobb - nothing special or unique
    Heather Rene A.

    I've gone a few times but only taken the pics the one time. Food isn't all that special. Pretty typical upscale Americanized Latin fare. Good. The service here really shines though. Honestly sometimes that's almost as important as the food - but I really do wish the food had a little bit more going for it.

    El Miguelito

    So delicious! Drinks were very fresh, not too sweet at all, food has been amazing, vibes here are high, food is incredible

    Sunday menu
    John M.

    Fantastic Mexican food, the patio was bright, clean and inviting. The food is excellent! Service was excellent, they even split fajitas for us to share, without asking. The crispy Tacos were also very good! Want to watch the game, the patio has many TVs, and bar access.

    drink menu 6-27-25
    Elizabeth B.

    Recently gathered with a larger group for book club anniversary/celebration and commend them for their ability to accommodate larger groups in the 12S area - keep in mind if it's over 10 people there is a required spending amount, we kept it right below that. It was quite loud and the tables are long cafeteria like style, so unfortunately, did not get to talk to everyone and had a hard time hearing people around me. This restaurant sits at the intersection of 12S and Paris Ave., there are stairs leading up to the restaurant entrance. The environment and ambience is super chic and modern, I loved it! There are some long tables for groups, booths, smaller tables and a bar area with tvs, as well as, an outdoor rooftop patio. Lots of great seating options! We also appreciated the accessibility as someone in our group needed to utilize their elevator to get in. While there is expensive $17/hr paid parking lot right behind their restaurant, I parked about a 5 min walk down Paris Ave. for free on the street. The food and drinks rank high for presentation, fair in portion, but just meh in taste/flavor/quality. You are offered on the house a trio chips and salsa set, which is generous; however, I noticed myself and others only enjoying the green one. Someone in our group generously ordered a queso - it was okay. I started with their happy hour house margarita, and it was not very sweet or strong. My friend enjoyed a blackberry mocktail and loved it, snapped a pic bc it was very well presented. Unfortunately, I would not recommend or want to experience the food again, especially for the price point. I had the Asada tacos and it came with a little bowl of refried beans, purple cabbage, and stacked rice. The steak was a little too tough and fatty for me, it all lacked the flavor I was craving. I would say I loved the cabbage the most, lol. All in all, I'd say this may be a great spot for drinks and hanging out, maybe okay for food and I just didn't find the thing I love yet.

    Lily S.

    When my friend, Rachel, and I stepped into Mesero on a Friday night, we thought we were in for your average drink & chatty catch-up. That's not to say our expectations weren't high, they were, there was just no way of forecasting the levels to which we were about to ascend. I arrived full (like a total noob) but I was also full-y prepared to imbibe in a frozen margarita, as is my constitutional obligation as a Girl on a Friday. Upon taking our seats at the bar, we were greeted by the most iconic bartending duo I've ever come across: Kenzie and Dave. Together, they infused our night with laughter, warmth, friendliness and tequila - an unbeatable concoction. Kenzie, a Yelp appreciator & conversational paragon, was an instant pal, while Dave provided top-tier menu consultation. I actually never even held a menu, Dave just knowledgeably rattled off all the frozen margaritas I had to choose from - each somehow topping the next in its description. I ended up with the Mexican Candy - a frozen, SPICY, margarita. It was, without a shadow of doubt, the best margarita I've ever had. Sweet & cheery in flavor with the right kick of heat throughout, I want to toast to every life event with this drink in hand. Rachel ordered a couple tacos and she kindly let me try a nibble of each, the taste thoroughly convinced me I need to come hungry next time. And believe me, there will be a next time. You know how sometimes you need your faith restored in human connection? That happened for me tenfold at Mesero on Friday night - there simply aren't enough stars to rank such an experience.

    Menu
    Bailey D.

    Having lived in TX for a short stint, I have a special place in my heart for all things Tex-Mex. Nashville has no shortage of tacos, fajitas, and nachos - but I'm always excited to see a new restaurant take on this fun fusion cuisine. Mesero is located in the beautiful 12 South neighborhood, and is situated right next to the new Henry restaurant. The entrance is actually on the third floor - but there's an elevated parking structure right behind the restaurant that makes access easy-peasy. A friend and I stopped into Mesero for a weekday lunch, and got there right when they opened. They weren't too busy yet - but I have a feeling they will be as more people find out about them. Starting off with complimentary chips and dips is always a win - and Mesero serves a unique trio of salsas. We also couldn't resist an order of the Guacamole Classico, which was light and limey, with just a hint of heat. The chips are thick and tasty too - and they pass the "break test" for denser dips like guac. Our server TJ was helpful and informative - walking us through the ins and outs of Mesero's expansive menu. We each ended up selecting an option from "Las Combinaciones" - I went with one Asada Taco, one "Cremaqueso" enchilada, refried black beans, and their green rice. For around $15, this is a great value with a lot of fun ways to customize your meal! My taco was flavorful and packed full of delectable, well-cooked steak. I also quite enjoyed the green rice, which is something I haven't tried elsewhere. The enchilada was a miss for me - although the filling was tasty, the cheese sauce on top was cold upon arriving at our table. Even still, that wouldn't deter me from returning and trying some of their other tasty looking menu options soon! I especially can't wait to sample some of their bar options.

    Combo #1 (chicken mole enchilada and carne asada taco) with black beans - fantastico!
    Julie M.

    I just had a wonderful lunch here! Combo #1 (chicken mole enchilada and carne asada taco) and a house margarita. I'm always on the lookout for good mole sauce in Nashville, and this one is excellent! They also start you off with complementary guacamole, queso, and salsa with your chips. The black beans and rice were delicious as well. The rocks margarita is made with 100% agave silver El Jimador tequila (made by Herradura) and it's light and refreshing but has kick. The bartender Dave was great to chat with and explained how Mesero started in Dallas with this Nashville location being the first one outside Texas. He also shared some off menu items (chicken mole on the bone!) The manager Ole was also so friendly and helpful when I asked about reserving an area for a small event. Happy to have found this place!

    Fried shrimp taco and beef enchilada (personalized combo)
    Lizzy B.

    One of my new favorite Mexican restaurants in Nashville...and there are a lot to choose from. Food was incredible and unique, with wonderful portion sizes. When you arrive at your table, they bring hot homemade tortilla chips and a flight of 3 dips. Great amount of cocktail and drink options. Atmosphere is fun and chill. You can dress casual or dress up and match the vibe perfectly. Service was quick and easy.

    Taco Asada and Taco Beef (came with guac!)
    Sydney G.

    Really good service here! Everyone was so informative and nice and knew a lot about their menu! Items were very cheap and affordable for happy hour! Got 6 tacos both beef and chicken for only 8 dollars! They also brought complimentary chips and two different salsas and queso to the table and refilled for free! I had their pineapple mimosa and it was delicious!

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    Simple Mexican yet very tasty - the queso was great and loved the enchiladas. The team was so kind and attentive - will definitely be back

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    Food was spectacular! So happy we are getting some good Mexican food in Nashville. Elena was an amazing server and so kind. We will be back!

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    The service and food were great! The atmosphere was great and more of an upscale experience with fair prices. We will be back!

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    Food was incredible and the service was amazing!! This place blows Bartaco out of the water. Our new favorite spot

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