Website: https://calacasnashville.com/
Calacas Mexican Cuisine is a Mexican restaurant in the SoBro area of Nashville, Tennessee. Inspired by Día de los Muertos, a traditional holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, the restaurant describes itself as celebrating “traditional culture and cuisine, the gathering of friends and family, and the vibrancy of life.” Its kitchen takes a modern approach to traditional dishes drawn from different regions of Mexico, pairing locally sourced ingredients with what it calls “bold and unique flavors.” The restaurant pairs its food program with a full bar and positions itself as a full-service dining destination in downtown Nashville.
Menu
Calacas serves modern Mexican cuisine built on recipes the restaurant says “have passed through generations,” paired with new approaches. The menu includes shareable starters such as guacamole and a salsa sampler or trio of salsas served with house-made chips, along with dishes referenced on the site such as chile relleno, al pastor tacos, pork belly tacos, and carne asada served with roasted corn, potatoes, and chimichurri. House-made blue corn tortillas are also noted. The restaurant highlights a dynamic bar program offering a curated selection of tequilas and mezcals, with these agave-based spirits forming the base of its cocktail menu. The website organizes its offerings into Menu, Drinks, and Happy Hour sections.
About
Calacas presents its concept as a celebration of Mexican cuisine through a modern lens, emphasizing an “unforgettable ambiance, welcoming approach, and passion for delicious cuisine.” The restaurant offers private party packages and event hosting, inviting guests to customize celebrations such as birthday parties, office functions, and other special occasions through what it describes as “expertly crafted experiences to fit your every need.” It also notes that it is hiring and lists current job openings on its website.
Location & Contact
Calacas Mexican Cuisine is located at 411 Korean Veterans Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37203. The restaurant can be reached by phone at (615)-915-0552 or by email at [email protected]. Listed hours are Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Saturday from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with Happy Hour offered Sunday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. The website notes free two-hour parking at the hotel valet entrance.
Additional Information
The restaurant maintains Facebook, Instagram, and Google Business profiles, and accepts reservations through Resy as referenced on its site. A dedicated Large Parties option supports private events and larger gatherings, with the restaurant inviting guests to “host your next party or get together” through customizable private party packages. The website notes that the restaurant is conveniently located near nearby Marriott hotel properties in downtown Nashville, and its site sections include Menu, Drinks, Happy Hour, Reservations, Large Parties, Events, and Jobs. The restaurant summarizes its dining philosophy with the phrase “Come y bebe que la vida es breve,” reflecting its emphasis on shared food, drink, and an inviting atmosphere. It also states that it strives to make its website accessible to everyone.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (calacasnashville.com).