AUSTIN (KXAN) — An Austin staple, ‘De Nada Cantina’ is set to open its second location on Feb. 22, taking over the former El Mercado space on South First Street after the Tex-Mex eatery closed following a 40-year run.

The expansion marks both a milestone for the growing taqueria and a broader conversation about the importance of keeping Austin’s restaurant landscape rooted in local ownership.

‘De Nada Cantina’ is set to open its second location on Feb. 22, taking over the former El Mercado space on South First Street.

De Nada’s second location will open on Feb. 22, also known as National Margarita Day, according to a social media announcement from the De Nada team.

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