Fonda On 12th Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Fonda On 12th, where vibrant, shareable plates celebrate the richness of Mexican flavors. Nestled in Nashville's trendy 12 South neighborhood, this Latinx and LGBTQ-owned eatery is a feast for the senses. The menu dazzles with options like the made-to-order Guacamole en Molcajete and the renowned Mushroom Enchiladas, both emphasizing fresh ingredients and vibrant presentations.
Dining here is casual yet lively, enhanced further by a full bar and an ambiance perfect for gatherings. Highlights include shareable Botanas such as Birria Quesadillas and dynamic Mole Bowls, which infuse traditional dishes with modern flair. Each bite transports you beyond the Nashville scene, creating a festive and unforgettable experience—a true gem for exploring culinary excellence in every dish.
Botanas
Guacamole en Molcajete
guacamole made to order. served with salsa and chips
Birria Quesadilla
{two short rib quesadillas}cheese and slow roasted short ribquesadilla with broth
Frijoles Negros
{black bean dip}refried black beans, cheese, chipotle,crushed pumpkin seeds
Queso
{cheese dip}roasted poblano, creamy cheese dip
Empanadas de Jaiba
{three crab empanadas}lump crab, mango habanero salsa
Sopa de Tortilla
roasted halibut, veracruz sauceof tomatoes, olives, jalapeños
Taquitos de Pollo
{fried mini tacos}crispy chicken tacos, salsa,crema, cotija cheese
Arrachera
{mexican surf-n-turf}seared skirt steak and shrimp increamy chipotle tomato sauce
Ensalada de Kale
{chopped kale salad}kale, toasted pumpkin seeds, maitakemushrooms, roasted jalapeño dressing
Esquites con Langosta
{grilled lobster with street corn}roasted chile lobster tail, mexican street corn
Quesadilla de Hongos
{two mushroom quesadillas}maitake mushrooms, cheese, truffle oil
Tacos de Lengua
{two seared tongue tacos}beef tongue, white onion, cilantro, charred pineapple, avocado salsa
Tacos de Pescado
{two fish tacos}crispy white fish, chipotle mayo,slaw, flour tortillas
Tostada de Atun
{tuna tostada}diced tuna, salsa verde vinaigrette,avocado, habanero dressing
Pato Con Mole
slow cooked pulled duck, layered between corn tortillas, topped with blackberry mole
Platos Pequenos
Mole Bowls
Arrachera Bowl
{mexican surf-n-turf}skirt steak, shrimp, creamy chipotle sauce,rice, house slaw
Carnitas Bowl
slow cooked pork, mole verde, rice,house slaw
Pollo Bowl
chicken tinga, hazelnut mole, rice,house slaw
Ensalada Cobb LG
chorizo, corn, tomatoes, avocado,blue cheese, jalapeño ranch dressing
Ensalada Kale LG
kale, toasted pumpkin seeds, maitake mushrooms,roasted jalapeño caesar dressing
Grande Quesadilla
{large quesadilla}chicken, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo
Pollo Quesadilla
{chicken quesadilla} pulled chicken, cheese
Torta Milanesa
{crispy chicken sandwich}crispy chicken cutlet, black bean spread, tortilla chips soaked in creamy salsa verde, on a soft white roll
Ensalada, Quesadillas, & Tortas
Huevos
Burrito Con Chorizo
{burrito with pork sausage}eggs, cheese, pico de gallo, chipotle mayo,rolled in flour tortilla, topped withranchera sauce and crema
Chilaquiles
scrambled eggs, tortilla chips sauced insalsa verde, salsa roja, crema, cilantro
Migas
{mexican scrambled eggs}scrambled eggs tossed with pico degallo, cheese, crispy tortillas
Pescado Bowl
crispy white fish, habanero salsa,crema, slaw, rice
Bowls
Enchiladas & Taco Boards
Migas Taco Board
choose your protein by the 1/2 lb.comes with 6 tortillas, two salsas, slaw,and black beans {eggs come 4 per order}MIGAS {mexican scrambled eggs} ...22.95tortillas strips, pico de gallo, cheese
Amaranth Pancakes
powdered sugar, strawberries,maple syrup, side butter
Yogurt + Granola
with seasonal fruit