Some Of The Best Mexican Food In Nashville Is Hiding At El Fuego Restaurant
By Meghan Kraft|Published May 20, 2020
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Meghan Kraft
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Meghan Kraft loves to travel the world, but she makes her home right here in Nashville, Tennessee. She holds a degree in English, and has worked in the digital marketing realm with companies such as Apartments.com, USA Today and HarperCollins Publishing.
When it comes to eating out, there’s nothing like a full Mexican dinner. There’s just something so decadent, so hearty about Mexican cuisine, what with fresh tortillas and heaps of cheese and perfectly spiced beans. Nashville, Tennessee has its fair share of great Mexican restaurants, but it’s El Fuego Restaurante that tends to fly beneath the radar. This vibrant local eatery serves up all of your favorites with a spark of southern hospitality. If you’re looking for a low-key place with high-quality eats, then El Fuego is the place to go.
El Fuego Restaurante can be found right on the main drag of East Nashville's Gallatin Pike, and it's made a name for itself both for its refreshing margaritas and vibrant cantina atmosphere. It's the kind of place you visit first for the carne asada, and return to for the kind folks and communal air.
The interior is both humble and approachable, but keep in mind that parking can be a little bit difficult. It's a hotspot in the heart of hip East Nashville, of course, but the fun, laid-back vibe is perfect for parties of all shapes and sizes.
Some patrons claim that El Fuego is the Mexican sleeper hit of Nashville! Every meal is freshly made to order, and ingredients are both fresh and equitably sourced.
El Fuego is a small restaurant, a blink-and-you'll-miss-it phenomenon that's taken the city by storm. You'll find gatherings of families, couples on date nights, and even a few folks noshing alone and checking out the score on any given visit.
The easy atmosphere makes it easy to indulge and stay awhile. Margaritas are a clean $3.99, so add one (or two!) to your chimichangas or enchiladas verdes.
The classic fajitas come highly recommended, as do the suadero tacos. Chips and salsa are a must, and you may just find yourself requesting a few refills. The ambitious quesadilla menu boasts chorizo, chicken and grilled veggie bases for the cheesy favorite, and if you're feeling REAL adventurous? Then the El Fuego Special is of the highest importance. Served with tortillas, the top dish consists of either grilled chicken, or steak smothered in cheese dip on a heap of rice. Yum!
You can visit El Fuego Restaurant in East Nashville any day of the week, friends. Make sure to check their website or social media channels for updated hours, and you can choose takeout if you're so inclined.
