The good news:
I finally found a place in Nashville that conjures fond, stomach-pleasing memories of Mexican food entering my mouth, writhing through my guts, and inevitably finding its way back out the other end. While it’s not the same caliber, the $1.25 tacos, which include cabeza, al pastor, and carnitas (pictured), are still satisfying with a squeeze of lime. I’m not a big fan of the salsa, however. But whatever, these tacos scream, “Eat my ass SATCO (San Antonio Taco Co.), you suck!” Or maybe that’s me saying it.
The pupusas are supposed to be the big draw here (I’m guessing the place is El Salvadorean). While the fillings are rather standard–combinations of meat, beans, and/or cheese–they hit the spot. Add a bit of the cole-slawish toppings (I forget what it’s really called) and you almost forget about the 5 tablespoons of grease you just hungrily devoured.
The bad news:
The horchata is a little too powdery, a little too cough-inducing. The place is kinda small, and confirm which side of the street the restaurant is on before going; don’t make the mistake of going to Las Americas the record store across the street from the restaurant like I did. It also reminds me: going there is pretty much going to another country–not only is it far (20-mile round trips are too much for a busy medical student like me), Nolensville might as well be another country with its run-down streets and convoluted traffic. My PPD test was negative, thankfully, even after going to that area. So it’s (relatively) safe to go!
Hopefully I’ll go back when I’m free. Like in 2 years. Sigh…my life sucks.
Las Americas Market 4715 Nolensville Pike # A Nashville, TN (615) 315-8888
