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    Taqueria Azteca

    4.4 (140 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
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    Good for kids

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    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.

    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

    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!

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    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.

    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!!

    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

    Order counter
    Nate L.

    By far, the most authentic taqueria I've found! I love this place, great selection of tacos and other dishes. If you love authentic Mexican tacos and food you've got to try this place. They do take cash and credit cards. Small hole-in-the-wall restaurant. The food is cooked outside in a trailer. The ladies that run the place are super nice. They all speak Spanish, but you don't need to know Spanish to say you want tacos!

    Delicious, best tacos I have had.
    Zara K.

    I am getting my mind blown at some of these hole in the wall gems Nashville has to offer. I have had the tacos here usually after a grocery stop at Aldi. But I told myself, I have to write a review and give this place 6 stars (Yes I would if I could) after a trip to a very famous taco place in New York. Double tortilla, the meats are tender, juicy, and the flavors are so good. You know they do the meat right if only a lemon squeeze, onion and cilantro are the condiments to elevate flavor. House sauces are delicious! There are two kinds, red and green and the latter is just gorgeously spicy; not unbearably hot but tasty. We had lengue and barbacoa...Amazing, soft, clean flavors and you will get flavor from the meat alone here. I don't know how to describe how beautiful the flavor is, it's so good here and honestly makes other places so overrated. I have been to two other upscale taco places in Nashville, that really is like paying for ambience more than flavor, and will not go back to by choice. Taqueria Azteca is clean, service is quick and for the flavors, I am going to be back here more often than anywhere else. I have only tried the tacos here as a quick snack, but will have to be back to try the rest of the menu. Least, I am coming back for the house sauces. And, to be honest, probably the best tacos I have had till date.

    It's about to get good up in here!

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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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    2 years ago

    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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    3 years ago

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

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    3 years ago

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

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    4 years ago

    Fantastic local food and great lunch spot on a pretty day. Highly recommend the chicken taquitos and tacos...Al Pastor and chorizo!

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    Excellent authentic Mexican food. I had the tacos and an empanada. All were delicious. The price is very good.

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