Nixtaco’s New Folsom Location Expands a Local Legacy

It’s official: Nixtaco, one of the region’s most beloved modern Mexican restaurants, has expanded to Folsom — and food lovers are already taking notice.

The original Roseville location became a local legend by doing things differently: grinding their own masa, sourcing local ingredients, and layering flavors with chef-driven flair. The result? National acclaim and a fiercely loyal following.

The new Folsom location keeps that energy going with a stunning space, full bar, and a menu packed with crowd favorites and bold new specials. From house-ground tortillas and pork belly tacos to adventurous cocktails and hand-smashed guacamole, every detail is dialed in. If you’ve never tried Nixtaco, now’s your chance. And if you're already a fan — you're going to love this new chapter.



🍽️ Standout Menu Items

Nixtaco has carved a reputation for tacos with flavor-forward fillings, creative toppings, and that blue corn tortilla base.
• Roadkill: Shredded pork belly sautéed with Serrano chiles, tomato, onion, layered on grilled cheese, finished with micro‑cilantro—a house favorite
• Star Anise Honey‑Glazed Pork Belly: Features caramelized cheese and green onion; vibrant flavor punch praised by Michelin reviewers
• Short Rib Barbacoa: Juicy and hearty, crowned with avocado and black sesame seeds
• Vegan Elote Tacos: Sweet corn tossed in peanut‑chipotle aioli, lime, chili—all atop that signature blue tortilla
• Nixtaco Combination: A tasty mix of shrimp Mazatlán, rajas con queso, chicharrón, peanut-chipotle, sesame oil, micro-cilantro

💡 Why You Should Go

• Flavor-first philosophy: Blue corn tortillas, chef-driven fillings, thoughtful combos—each bite feels intentional. • Creative salsas: Feature a smoky peanut chipotle and tangy verde that elevate every taco experience nixta.co+6guide.michelin.com+6eyeofthetigernews.com+6nixta.co+4guide.michelin.com+4guide.michelin.com+4. • Menu diversity: Carnivore-friendly, vegetarian, and vegan options with equal attention to flavor and detail. • Atmosphere: Unassuming strip-mall setting with friendly service and a relaxed, community feel. Nixtaco isn’t just another taco joint—it’s a culinary experiment that plays with tradition and flavor in each hand-crafted bite. Whether you're chasing that legendary Roadkill taco or sampling the vegan elote, you're in for a smart, satisfying bite of sizzling creativity. It's intimate, inventive, and exactly what the Sacramento-area "farm‑to‑fork" scene needed. Let me know if you’d like posts, scripts, or snippets similar to before—and I promise, no use of that forbidden word 😉

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