# Puesto opens Nashville location

> California Mexican restaurant Puesto opens first out-of-state location in Nashville.
- Title: Puesto opens Nashville location · Nation's Restaurant News
- Summary: California Mexican restaurant Puesto opens first out-of-state location in Nashville.
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- Source: Nation's Restaurant News — https://nrn.com/independent-restaurants/california-mexican-restaurant-puesto-has-opened-its-first-out-of-state-location-in-nashville
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## 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.
## Key takeaway

California Mexican restaurant Puesto has opened its first Nashville location with local menu exclusives like lava stone tablitas and short rib barbecue birria.