Austin, USA

$$ ・ Mexican,Regional Cuisine

MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View

Bib Gourmand: good quality, good value cooking

Come as you are, and come early, to this East Austin taqueria from owners and partners Chef Edgar Rico and Sara Mardanbigi. It's a bit scrappy but rewards its visitors with spot-on Mexican-focused cooking. As the name suggests, the menu is all about nixtamalized corn of heirloom varietals. Everything is made in house and the menu presents a great mix of contrasts, featuring dishes employing ancient methods alongside updated items like duck fat refried beans. The duck carnitas taco, served on a thick tortilla made from heirloom pink corn, is impressive, while the carrot tostada is a study in care and composure with charred carrots, whipped herb ricotta, and salsa macha. Finish with something bold and sweet like a blueberry, basil, and ricotta paleta. 

Facilities & Services

• Restaurant offering vegetarian menus
• Terrace

Reservation number

tel:+1 512-766-8023

Website

https://www.nixtataqueria.com/

Opening hours