50 Best Taco Restaurants in Nashville

“It's small, usually busy, and absolutely worth the wait. The tacos are simple, fresh, and consistently great. I've probably recommended Mas Tacos to more people than any other taco spot in Nashville. Don't leave without trying the fried avocado taco.“

“Velvet Taco has great tasting flavor combinations, But… the tortillas are cold grocery store type. I ended up just eating the inside of my tacos with chips because the tortillas reminded me of playdoh… change the tortillas to a more authentic (cooked) tortilla and it’ll be sooo much better!!“

“Nijah was my server. very nice and helpful individual with manners and the kind of attitude that accommodates the customer.“

“ANNIKA S was such a sweet server! She treated us as if we were her only table and did a great job explaining different menu options.“

“The burger is the most amazing burger I have every had!“

“First time eating here had delivered for lunch baby bang taco was so good . Salsa and chips- the chips were so fresh salsa soooo good I will order again .“

“The food was amazing and the red velvet cake was more than amazing… Fast food and very friendly and polite service….“

“We are at BarTaco Nashville in 12South and while I’ve been there many many times, tonight was my husbands first time. He has a lemon&lime allergy. When we alerted the waiter of this to make sure we weren’t ordering something with them in it, he confirmed a couple items we planned to order would need to be mine since they had lime. Then 2 separate managers came to our table to double check the allergy and need. Primarily to confirm tacos ordered where some ingredients also had lime. They were so attentive and made sure that his food came out on a separate plate with no lime or lime garnish. So incredibly impressive how much they cared his experience was healthy and positive. Much thanks to the staff at 12South for superb customer service and care!!“

“Hands down the best taco I’ve ever had the, #7 with brisket was unbelievably GOOD. We Will be back every trip we make to B’ham! Also, it’s really priced reasonable too!“

“Ate their food at an MMA event. The price was higher than I woulda liked but their food was extremely delicious. They also do a military discount. Would definitely eat there again.“

“SUPERB FOOD!!!!! Savory tender birria beef!!!!! Tasty elote!!!“

“Hands down the best Torta & horchata I’ve ever had! & they’re Elote is amazing as well! Out of all the places we tried in Nashville this cute little taco truck was my favorite and most memorable!!! Wish it were closer to where I live! 🤣“

“Super tasty food truck! We tried the chicken taco and barbacoa taco. The meat was well-seasoned and freshly made. Another review said it was cash only, but I definitely paid with credit card today, so maybe that's a recent change. Service was friendly and quick. It's a great place to stop on the way back from the zoo!“

“Had an awesome meal tonight (tacos) with friends! Our server Sarah was terrific! I highly recommend it!“

“We visited for the first time this past Sunday (4/6/25). We were very impressed. The staff was very friendly, especially our sever, Lillian L. She took her time to review the menu with us. What great customer service. The food arrived very timely. It was excellent. We will be back.“

“Absolutely a hidden gem! Wonderful people, wonderful food! The margaritas are to die for! I can not recommend Bartaco Nashville enough!!“

“Amazing food and service!“

“I had meal of two Papas tacos (Potatoes & Kale, Roasted Tomatillo Salsa),black beans and rice
ESQUITES
(Mexican Corn in a cup with Mayo, Lime & Tajin). The tacos were very flavorful . It is nice vegan option eatery at Nashville farmer's market.“

“We came to Nashville From Kentucky to go see the color purple play. But came to Flavor to eat dinner! Omg first all our waitress a vibe when I tell you a time was definitely had, food was delicious drinks powerful! , it was an amazing experience! So my birthday is next month and I’m gathering up my girlfriends to come celebrate with me at y’all restaurant. I need to reserve a table of 15 on December 20th 3025. My birthday is on the 23rd but that’s a week day!“

“Yes.. You must try this food. Had the Birria grilled cheese.. I just woke up from food coma It was so good.“

“I absolutely love this place! We get dinner once a week! It’s the only truly affordable option left in East Nashville! Their food is so good and they don’t serve the to go food in plastic! 10/10 all the way!“

“Hands down the best taco I’ve ever had the, #7 with brisket was unbelievably GOOD. We Will be back every trip we make to B’ham! Also, it’s really priced reasonable too!“

“Totally enjoyed our experience at Blanco’s. Food and service were excellent. Even manager Brandon stopped by the table and refilled my empty spicy margarita. The street corn is a must. Allison our server was amazing.“

“My bash grew went to the market and discover taco chela we had the best shots ever bartender is a pro.“

“This is my go-to spot when I’m on C concourse. I adore everyone who's ever been behind the bar, but Tsigereda this morning is a special delight! The breakfast tacos are just amazing (chorizo is my fave) and they are affordable as well…the perfect amount of food for me without feeling overstuffed or wasteful. Excellent Zing Zang Bloody Marys as well! You won’t regret stopping in if you need to kill some time and want to eat well.“

“Had an awesome time with friends. It was great really look forward to doing it again.“

“I had a wonderful experience at Mercado by Butchertown. The restaurant offers a beautiful, modern atmosphere paired with creative, flavorful Mexican cuisine that feels both elevated and authentic. Every dish was fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and beautifully presented, making the meal feel truly special.

The service was attentive and accommodating, even with a larger group, and the inviting ambiance made it easy to relax and enjoy the experience. With its delicious food, stylish setting, and welcoming hospitality, Mercado by Butchertown is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a unique and memorable dining experience in Nashville. I’ll definitely be back.“

“One would find themselves walking through assembly food hall overwhelmed with the extensive option that be ( a play on powers that be) laying before them. In the history of great Mexican cuisine (which I am not familiar with) one would have to engage in extensive research, and perhaps palette evolution, to understand the complexities of this, or any, culinary art form. But today… we are satisfying a need to eat. We want to eat Mexican, and we
Want it to be satisfactory on level that we mustn’t have to convince ourselves of. This place does it right. You will not be disappointed, regretful, or longing for a timeline in which you had chosen something else. There is nothing else. Just ask Angie.“

“Literally the best tacos. The shrimp Diablo was our favorite! Margaritas and a salsa trio too and it was a perfect afternoon!“

“Special food with fast service with outdoor dinning. Be sure try out all six places to get the full experience.“

“I absolutely love this place! We get dinner once a week! It’s the only truly affordable option left in East Nashville! Their food is so good and they don’t serve the to go food in plastic! 10/10 all the way!“

“Boyfriend and I came to Nashville for the first time for an airsoft tournament and only had the day, so this place checked all the boxes when it came to deciding what to eat and make the best of it. Was not a major fast food chain, their East truck happened to be close to where we were attending, offers low prices, and delicious food! After experiencing I’d note there’s also easy parking, a welcoming environment, fresh ingredients; I had carne asada fries and two chorizo tacos. 100 out of 10 would recommend.“

“this place is great. staff is friendly. food and drinks great. it is out of the way but worth it. Great absolutely great.“

“First time customer here. Boy howdy that steak quesadilla was delicious! Good amount of food for the price. I did not encounter a language barrier with the nice lady manning the counter. The place is very wholesome. You can tell they are proud of their heritage but they are also proud of Tennessee which is beautiful to see. If the quesadillas are any indication, the rest of the food is probably just as delicious.“

“10/10 would eat again. my favorite restaurant in our small town“

“Great food always get the lengua tacos,this time I tried the torta and it was really good!!“

“the food is good and delicious“

“These were some good tacos I’ve had in a while. My absolute favorite was the BBQ taco, it was packed with so much flavor and so juicy! The steak taco (tender) was good as well as the pollo (it was ok) but the BBQ taco was the highlight of the meal. I also ordered a asada quesadilla and it was delicious with the green sauce.I wish I was given more limes. The tortillas was dry but when you top it with the sauce everything came together.Very clean food truck! Was impressed on the cleanliness for it to be located outside a gas station. 9.2/10“

“We didn't plan on visiting Ole Smoky, but it was on our way from dinner to the hotel. They have a bar on one side and a gift shop/tasting area on the other. We went in curious and ended up spending way more than intended - which is their motif operandi.
We got talked into a moonshine tasting by an employee, met some people celebrating a birthday, and left, two hours later, with three jars of moonshine and half a dozen gifts.
Overall fun, but can get expensive. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here, that's not why people visit.“

“Best quesadilla I've ever had!!!“

“Unbelievable tacos inside Bar sovereign. Can't reccomend this food enough these guys kill it. Food came quick and everything was amazing. Got the sample box to try everything and I had to go back for more it was so good. 12/10 food and service.“

“Great tacos and good customer service!“

“I've traveled all over Mexico and I speak Spanish. When I found this place, I honestly felt like I was on the street in Aguascalientes or some place similar. Now be braced people. This is not what we think of when we go to Las Palmas or any other conventional Nashville Mexican restaurant. This place does NOT cater to gringos. It is 100% true Mexican and this is where the local Mexicans go to eat. Even the help doesn't speak English, so take your translator app. Seriously, for anyone that would like to know what it's REALLY like to eat in Mexico, this is the place. And the food is fantastic. There will be Mexican music playing on one end of the place and a Novela on the TV at the other end. The other customers will be Mexicans complete with their work clothes and straw western hats. I love it here and I promise that I'm going to be a regular customer.“

“Los camarones ala diabla súper delicioso“

“We tried the chicken and pork tacos during our visit today, and both exceeded our expectations. The pork was smoked perfectly, making it juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The chicken tacos were equally impressive and quickly became our favorite part of the meal. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared, with generous portions and great quality. We'd happily order both again and would definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves good tacos.“

“Updated 2026 review: this is my favorite taco truck I’ve tried on Nolensville Rd so far. My daughter loves their quesabirria tacos and is a regular there. Their red sauce is still the most flavorful. I legit almost cried when I dropped the red sauce last time.

Old review: We ordered 5 tacos, 3 orders of quesabirria tacos, and rice&beans. Total cost was almost $70 which I really find hard to believe but my Spanish wasn’t good enough to dispute. Nevertheless, the food was good. The red taco sauce was really tasty but I also liked the green one with the carnitas and chicken. My favorite meat was the al pastor followed by the steak then chicken. I’m almost sure the rice was a microwaved pouch but the beans are really flavorful.

Overall, I would eat here again but would ask to see the prices first!“

“They have some really good food trucks. And Lindsey and family are great people doing good things for the community“

“Federales really sticks out for its vibrant atmosphere, location, and its two happy hours per day. Crowd age is usually late twenties to late thirties.

Recommend buying an ice shot glass which you can then throw at the bell outside.“

“Food is delicious. Give them a chance!!!“