News Summary
Puesto, an acclaimed Mexican restaurant known for its Mexico City-style tacos, will open its first out-of-state location in Nashville’s Nashville Yards by summer 2026. Offering lunch, dinner, and various dining options, the restaurant will bring fresh and vibrant Mexican cuisine to the city. Its unique architectural design, inspired by Mexico City, will enhance the dining experience, while a notable bar program managed by a James Beard Award semi-finalist will complement the culinary offerings.
Nashville to Welcome Award-Winning Mexican Restaurant Puesto in Summer 2026
The acclaimed Mexican restaurant Puesto is set to open its first out-of-state location in Nashville, Tennessee, during the summer of 2026. This new venue will be situated at Nashville Yards, which is a notable 19-acre mixed-use development located in the heart of the city. The restaurant will occupy the ground floor of a residential tower known as The Everett.
Puesto is recognized for its exceptional Mexico City-style tacos, which are prepared to order and include a variety of gourmet options such as filet mignon, Maine lobster, baja fish, and chicken al pastor. The tacos are made with fresh ingredients and creatively wrapped in melted cheese within hand-pressed blue corn tortillas. In addition to the tacos, Puesto boasts 17 house-made salsas that complement the dining experience.
Craftsmanship and Dining Experience
The Nashville location will not only serve lunch and dinner but will also feature delivery, to-go, private dining, and catering options. This establishment plans to embrace the popular Taco Tuesday events that have contributed to Puesto’s reputation for fresh and vibrant Mexican cuisine. The bar and spirits program at Puesto is overseen by a recent James Beard Award semi-finalist, ensuring that patrons will enjoy high-quality beverage options alongside their meals.
Design and Architecture
Each Puesto restaurant is known for its unique architectural design, and the Nashville location promises to be no different. The design will be created by a Nashville-based firm called Powell and will showcase elements inspired by Mexico City, reflecting a playful mix of color, pattern, and materiality.
Excitement for Expansion
Isidoro Lombrozo, co-founder of Puesto and a graduate of Vanderbilt University, expressed enthusiasm about the restaurant’s expansion to Nashville, referring to it as a “homecoming.” The managing partner of Southwest Value Partners, Cary Mack, highlighted Puesto’s authenticity and the success it has achieved in its original location in San Diego, suggesting that it is well-positioned to receive a warm welcome from Nashville’s vibrant dining scene.
Puesto’s Background
Puesto is a family-owned business that has multiple locations throughout California, which include eight full-service restaurants and additional outlets located in professional sports venues, such as Levi’s Stadium and Petco Park. The restaurant chain has consistently garnered awards and accolades for its innovative dishes and commitment to quality.
The Nashville Yards development where Puesto will be opening is designed to be a mixed-use hub that features a combination of residences, offices, retail spaces, restaurants, and a hotel. This innovative approach to urban development aims to create a vibrant community experience for both locals and visitors to Nashville.
With its robust presence in California and an anticipated introduction to Tennessee, Puesto is poised to become a significant addition to Nashville’s burgeoning food scene, providing residents and visitors alike with a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine.
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- Wikipedia: Nashville
- What Now: Puesto Joining Nashville Yards
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Mexican cuisine
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