Friday, March 12, 2010
News / Restaurant openings / Restaurants Hot Update on La Hacienda: Opening Saturday
Posted by Dana Kopp Franklin on Fri, Mar 12, 2010 at 1:59 PM
First we told you that revered Nolensville Road Mexican restaurant La Hacienda would reopen today. Then we told you that inspection delays had postponed the opening to Monday.
I can imagine this is great news for foodies planning their weekend activities. (Talkin' to you, Nicki).
The restaurant was closed for several months after a fire that caused a lot of smoke damage. Everything in the dining room and kitchen has been replaced, Yepez says, except the tables and chairs (which have sentimental value).
As Chris reported earlier, the single outdated cash register (the source of many a lunchtime backup) has been replaced by computerized point-of-service pay stations that will speed up service. "We want to get you guys in and out in a reasonable time," Yepez says.
Also new is an open grill in the kitchen that allows meats to be prepared in a more authentic al carbon style.
I'm picturing a massive army of La Hacienda zealots descending on the restaurant this weekend. I'm definitely going to give the place a few days to settle down, so if you make it there first, please share on Bites.
La Hacienda is at 2615 Nolensville Road (256-6142).
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Bout freaking time...oh...wait...I can't eat there anyway, I'm 1000 miles away...damn you New Times!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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LaHa zealot here. I am happy to report that ... Actually, I am happy, period! The pork al pastor was better than any we've had before, so hopefully this is a sign of good things to come. It looks like they are still getting used to their new systems but everything was excellent, as usual. All is well with the world again.
It was great. I agree, the staff was a little flustered by the new system but that's not that big of a deal when the food is that good. I just wanted to keep it simple and got one flour taco w/asada steak and one crispy taco w/ground beef. Both seasoned amazingly, especially w/the addition of some verde. Left feeling full and only spent 5 dollars!!! Will be back soon.
@Carlos Jr. I now live in Western Massachusetts. I had lived in Miami before that, and of course before that you could find me 3 times a week at LaHa
Matthew, if for any reason I fly into Massachusetts, I will bring you food from the restaurant. Send me your contact information to carlosjr@lahaciendainc.com.
Mike, thank you for your utmost understanding, we look forward to seeing you again!
