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Puesto opens Nashville location
California Mexican restaurant Puesto opens first out-of-state location in Nashville.
In brief
California Mexican restaurant Puesto opens first out-of-state location in Nashville. California Mexican restaurant Puesto has opened its first Nashville location with local menu exclusives like lava stone tablitas and short rib barbecue birria. Originally reported by Nation's Restaurant News.
Quick answers
- Why Nashville?
- Co-founder Eric Adler chose Nashville for its city vibe, growth, and music scene similar to San Diego.
- What is the key takeaway from Puesto opens Nashville location?
- California Mexican restaurant Puesto has opened its first Nashville location with local menu exclusives like lava stone tablitas and short rib barbecue birria.
Puesto opens Nashville location
California Mexican restaurant Puesto has opened its first out-of-state location in Nashville.
Nashville location details
Puesto’s Nashville location seats 380 guests across multiple dining rooms, a bar, and an outdoor patio.
Puesto’s origin
Puesto started in San Diego in 2012 as a walk-up taco stand and now has eight California locations.
Why Nashville?
Co-founder Eric Adler chose Nashville for its city vibe, growth, and music scene similar to San Diego.
Local menu exclusives
Nashville has exclusive items like lava stone tablitas, bone-in short rib barbecue birria, and branzino Zarandeado.
Menu highlights
Puesto serves grilled meat on lava stone tablitas and has local favorites like chicken al pastor tacos.
Co-founder’s favorites
Eric Adler loves the bone-in short rib barbecue birria and chicken al pastor tacos with crispy melted cheese.
Design and style
The restaurant features vibrant colors, Aztec-inspired woodwork, and sculptural elements evoking Mexico City.
Future plans
Puesto will expand to new markets based on city demographics and real estate opportunities.
The big picture
California Mexican restaurant Puesto has opened its first Nashville location with local menu exclusives like lava stone tablitas and short rib barbecue birria.
