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Taqueria Azteca

4.4 (142 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Good for kids

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Steak tacos, they come with grilled onions
Joy C.

Cute little hole in the wall type joint. Very small and homey, a no frills establishment but the food is outstanding- the place doesn't do it justice. I had the steak tacos, they came with grilled onions which I loved. I went on Cinco de Mayo for lunch, and was surprised to find that my coworker and I were the only table. We had a quick meal, so I can't speak much to the service, but it's definitely a place I would feel confident bringing my coworkers to for a tasty and cost friendly meal.

Carne Asada, Carnita, Chorizo Tacos
Tina C.

Came here unplanned for a quick bite and was blown away!!! Hole in the wall vibe, quick service. $2 per taco, each plate comes with some side veggies and lime. We got four carnitas, one chorizo, and one carne asada taco. Would say 3-4 is definitely enough for meal, 1-2 is good for a snack. Super flavorful and savory with a nice crunch added by the onions and cilantro atop each taco. Loved the outdoor seating as well. Make sure to wash your hands well after because the taco smell definitely lingers on your fingers for longer than expected...

Asada burrito
Savanah G.

A key thing to note is not all Hispanics cook the same so things will taste different. This place cooks their food fresh. I'm use to more seasoned Mexican food so this isn't somewhere I'd eat again. The lettuce in the burrito threw me off, I expected cabbage. The salsa they have is very tasty. The rice is lacking in flavor and was wet tasting.

4 Carne Asada Tacos and Chips & Guacamole
Linga N.

Great price and delicious tacos! For $2 per taco, I ordered a delicious meal of 4 tacos for a lunch that had me full! The carne asada was well seasoned and the salsa was absolutely delicious! I also ordered a side of chips and salsa and the chips were made fresh, and the guacamole was delicious. I highly recommend trying out this spot. I think I've just found my new favorite taco shop!

Mexican Steak

The meat on the plate had too much fat, the beans were dry. The quesadillas with pastor was very floppy. Definitely don't recommend for takeout

Outside
Chris A.

I came here after a yelp suggestion when on the west side. They have since improved the place inside since my first visit more than a year ago. They have improved the flooring and tables. I always get a Huarache with a single taco. The light green jalapeno sauce as is standard at a lot of taco joints is my go to. I re-visited the place last night because I was hungry. My only concern was the carne asada (that is the filling I asked for) sometimes had a bit of the hardness (cartilage) in it. Other than that I devoured my plate. They are implementing covid precautions. They do have outdoor seating (despite what is said here) but since its winter it may be hard to get service out there - I am sure if you told the hostess you wanted to eat outside they would oblige since the outside trailer is where the food is made. (I am assuming) I would return here. We are so blessed to have good Mexican food here in Nashville.

John M.

A hole in the wall restaurant serving authentic Mexican food. I opted for an asada gordita, an asada taco, a carnitas taco, and a chorizo taco. Honestly, it is so cheap, with tacos at $1.35 each and a gordita at $3.25, that it is a great deal all around. The layout is a bit strange, with the interior being just a collection of tables and a server. You order with her and she runs out to a food truck in the corner where they prepare the food. The sauces at my table were all great, though if I had to pick a favorite, it would have to be the green. As for the rest of the food, it was very good. Very good. And again, you cannot beat the price point. I guess out of the three, my favorite was the asada. The beef just possessed an incredible flavor, though all three tacos and the gordita were excellent and the accompanying grilled jalapeno, grilled onions, and cucumbers was a nice touch. I cannot express how happy I am that we are seeking out better Mexican dishes than either fast food options or the old standby chains. This is a great example of the great food that awaits in those hole in the wall places. This establishment, while exceedingly humble, kicks out some very good food (especially considering that it is prepared outside in a food truck). I would recommend it heartily. Not only that, this is a place that I shall be returning to (and not just once).

Mary Kate E.

I thoroughly enjoyed myself here and it was quite a surprise to see how cheap everything was for the quality. When you say 'authentic', you can't get much more authentic than here outside of Nolensville Pike. For $1.75/taco, you have the choice of pork, chicken, and beef. I was very satisfied with the flavor and quality of the tacos. On the menu, you have several options to choose from aside from tacos. Every item is al a carte, so keep that in mind because stuff adds up quickly. An additional must-have is the guacamole and chips. Food is delivered as it is completed. Don't expect it to be served all at once. Parking is in a gravel lot next to West Meade Pools. Knowing Spanish is a huge plus, but not necessary.

A Sope and Carne Asada tacos
Jenessa J.

Taqueria Azteca was amazing!!!! I was so happy to find a spot with authentic tacos in the Nashville area. Everything we tried was spectacular. We had a sope, more tacos than should be allowed for any human, and a burrito. Staff was friendly and they were really nice to my impossible to please grandma. Even she had a good time which is saying something! Do try the lengua, carne asada, chicken tinga, and the carnitas! Basically everything. And I think on Sunday they have menudo! One critique: The Jamaica could be stronger, not sweeter but more of the flower

Steak tacos!
Karri S.

Tacos 5 star! The steak tacos are just like I had in Mexico. On the smaller side but are also less than $2 each. Meat is well seasoned and they came out with the usual toppings plus caramelized onions. The rest of what we got was average. The bbq in the empanada was fatty and the outside was more like a savory hand pie than an empanada crust. The nachos were nothing to write home about (I have a soft spot for nachos and had to try them.) Go here and get some great tacos. They have some picnic tables outside a covered patio and seating inside. The staff was very friendly and quick.

Chicken Quesadilla

Chicken Quesadilla was dry and had no cheese. I asked for more cheese and she stated " that's the way it comes" which is not TRUE. As a Hispanic this is embarrassing and the first restaurant we stopped at in Nashville.

Four tacos: tinga (top), al pastor, and i forget

Awesome tacos and very cheap. I love cheap tacos. They also gave me two types of salsas that were good and spicy. $2 tacos, cant beat it

An order of two tacos.
Heather S.

The best Mexican food I have had in Nashville. Super authentic and delicious. I am sure the taco tortillas are made in house. I will be back!!

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Their carne asada tacos are the one!!! I highly recommend this place and the staff here is very nice!

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Delicious food and very fast service! One of my favorite places to stop by after a long day. Will be back!

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Seriously love this place! Being from Los Angeles this place has become my spot in getting mexican food !

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Our favorite little taco shop in west Nashville. Cheap tacos and very authentic. I always crave it

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This is the best Mexican food in Nashville hands down. Get the tacos doubled corn tortilla authentic.

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The food is excellent with a great choice of proteins. I personally prefer the Tinga, but I happen to love flavor.

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