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From the archives: April 07, 2008

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5: Nashville's best Mexican restaurants and plenty of margaritas.

On this page:Mexican Restaurants and Margaritas, Nashville Fiestas.

Mexican Restaurants and Margaritas

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Alleycat Lounge
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    1008 Woodland St, Ste B, Nashville, TN 37206 (map)

    Don't fret if your party's off to a late start: Celebrate here late with a Southwestern menu served late.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended U S Border Cantina
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    7105 Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221 (map)

    This cozy neighborhood cantina keeps the hungry satisfied in Bellevue. Don't miss their crisp taquitos with guacamole for an appetizer.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended La Paz Restaurant & Catering
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    3808 Cleghorn Ave, Nashville, TN 37215 (map)

    One of Nashville's long-time favorites, this restaurant serves up Tex-Mex with a few creative twists, such as salmon quesadillas. Drink specials and a live mariachi band complement the meal.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended La Terraza
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    5751 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211 (map)

    Generously portioned platters of authentic Mexican--and a lively mariachi band--sizzle in south Nashville.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Rosepepper Cantina
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    1907 Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206 (map)

    Go for the Sonoran-style grill, but don't forget the Azul, a barrel-aged tequila served on the rocks with lime juice.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Palmas Verdes
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    5104 Old Hickory Blvd, Hermitage, TN 37076 (map)

    A colorful, family-friendly Mexican restaurant with a broad menu--try the cheesy burrito jalisca for something different. Be sure to take advantage of the half-price beer and margaritas.

  7. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Las Chivas
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    4021 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211 (map)

    Settle in for some of the frothiest margaritas, the tastiest chili rellenos and friendliest service in town.

  8. 8 3 Star Rating: Average Fiesta Azteca
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    2212 Elliston Pl, Nashville, TN 37203 (map)

    Traditional Mexican food, strategically located amidst a block full of live music venues and dive bars.

Nashville Fiestas

  1. 9 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended La Hacienda Taqueria
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    2615 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211 (map)

    La Voz newspaper will sponsor a family-friendly celebration with dancers and singers May 5 at this Nolensville Pike staple.

  2. 10 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Tin Roof
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    1516 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN 37203 (map)

    Stop by after work when crowds spill into this popular nightspot's parking lot for live music and Dos Equis.

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