Local Yokel

When over-priced pastrami sandwiches went under (aka Goldies Deli at the Murphy/46th junction) I was curious as to what would emerge.  Sylvan Parkers were hopeful for a vibrant, casual dining hub - a central meeting spot for our burgeoning neighborhood.  We got it.  The Local Taco (I badly want to drop "the") is bright and bustling.  The service (order and cash out all in the same go) and food were fast.  

The food was decent and I think will improve.  My enchilada - vegetarian with lemon cream sauce - was good but was a little thin on "stuffing."  It was missing any real sense of black beans and lettuce completely.  We liked the guacamole - chunky and fresh with out a lot of onion and tomato.  The slice of lime on top was a nice touch.  Yancy was ho-hum on the tacos he ordered - his favorite was the tequila lime chicken one.  However, the price was right - $2.50 a taco or $3.25 an enchilada.

The patio was full and the line remained our whole dinner - a sign of early embracing by the locals.  Check out the hip tees and hats donning their logo and...

KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!

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The Local Taco

4501 Murphy Road

891-3271

www.thelocaltaco.com

Greek Eats Eastside

Wow, Zavos is a budget Greek winner.  We ate the Mediterranean sampler - a tasting appetizer - with dollops of yogurt, hummus, olive tapenade, feta and red peppers with pita squares.  I ate the special vegetable bake - a modest serving of potatoes, cabbage, eggplant, green bean and tomato medley with parmesan and herbs dusted on top.

Yancy and Mary both enjoyed sandwiches which are served with soup sides (we liked the pea soup with tomato.)  These are larger portions compared to the special.  However, the entire meal only cost $35 - add a little more if you order special bevvies.

The digs are somewhat dark, with a long bar.  We had attentive, friendly service.  All and all I'm looking forward to cross-city travel again soon....

KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!

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Zavos

1115 Porter Road

Nashville 

615-258-4637

Closed Sunday and Monday; only open for dinner