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Nixta Taqueria

Where: Austin · 2512 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA

Category: restaurant · Price: $$ · Rating: 4.4/5 (1144 reviews)

About Nixta Taqueria

Corn tortillas with actual soul — you can smell the nixtamal before you even hit the patio. Small East Austin spot, nothing fancy about the setup, just plastic chairs and picnic tables under string lights, and that's exactly right. The masa is the whole point here, fresh and fragrant with a chew that store-bought will never touch. Line moves fast, prices stay reasonable, and the outdoor seating works on any night that isn't mid-August brutal. Go early for brunch before the rest of the neighborhood wakes up.

Bright, straightforward counter-serve spot offering traditional Mexican food, plus beer & wine.

Tags: group, terrace, vege, brunch, reservable, takeout

Website: https://nixtataqueria.com/

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