Nixta Taqueria

About Nixta Taqueria

Nixta Taqueria is a restaurant in Austin, TX, founded by James Beard Award-Winning Chef Rico and Sara Mardanbigi. The establishment specializes in imaginative tacos, tostadas, and paletas, utilizing heirloom corn sourced directly from Oaxaca, Mexico, for its house-made tortillas. Nixta Taqueria has received recognition as a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand recipient. The menu features creative interpretations of Mexican dishes, with options for dine-in and takeout. The restaurant is located at 2512 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702, serving the E. 12th and Austin community.

The Vibe

Nixta Taqueria offers a relaxed and lively atmosphere, often described as hip and intimate, particularly with its popular outdoor garden seating. Guests typically order at a counter before finding a seat, with food delivered to their table. The service is consistently noted as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, with owners and staff often engaging with diners. The outdoor patio, complete with fans and a community garden, contributes to a distinct Austin feel. While the environment is casual, the culinary approach is refined, making it suitable for various occasions from solo meals to group gatherings.

• casual
• lively
• garden
• hip

What's Good

• Duck Carnitas Taco

  $10.00

  A popular taco featuring tender duck confit, topped with salsa cruda, watermelon radish, shaved white onions, and cilantro.

• Tuna Tostada

  $15.00

  A crisp tostada layered with marinated yellowfin tuna cured in citrus and soy, avocado, spicy mayo, cilantro, and furikake.

• Beet Tostada

  $10.00

  This vegetarian tostada combines roasted beets, salsa macha aioli, avocado crema, fresh horseradish, and lime for a vibrant flavor.

• Cauliflower Taco

  $8.00

  Roasted cauliflower is paired with a Spanish romesco sauce made with pecans, coriander, queso fresco, and roasted pine nuts.

• Chips + Beans + Salsa

  $10.00

  Heirloom corn chips are served with a side of duck fat refried beans and a smoky salsa morita.

Perfect For

• casual dining
• date night
• group dining
• solo dining