La Canasta Restaurant & Bakery — Restaurant in Lebanon

This place has a right to say "Authentic" and it's an absolute gem! It says Bakery but they have amazing food! We moved here from Chicago and I was struggling to find our new Mexican spot in Lebanon and even Nashville. I had tried all the other places but they didn't measure up. This place did. First, they use real Mexican cheese not like all the others places, they season the meat well and it's not all fat. The price you pay for the quality and amount of food is very reasonable. We ordered pupusas with a side of asada (which are not technically Mexican food but still appreciate the variety) and they're sooo good! We also ordered the bean and cheese and beef and potato empanadas and they were also delicious. They are willing to accommodate you in any way or if you have any special requests. Found out they also have a variety of caldos/soups, tamales etc. If you want to try authentic Mexican or something new aside from regular tacos, this is your place. I'm so happy I found it, this will definitely be our new...

I visited La Canasta Bakery & Restaurant and man was I in for a surprise. Right by the door is a pile of FRESH baked bread, soft and fresh, various types of bakery goodies. This place is the real deal folks. I didn't realize they were a restaurant, but I assure you I'll be going back to try their foods and buying more of their bakery goods. I might add that their bakery goods are priced extremely reasonable. Check them out, you won't be disappointed if you're looking for authentic...

I order the fish, empanadas, Texas burger, churros, and fries. All gross, everything over cooked, unseasoned, some things were chewy and hard to eat. They also couldn’t provide us with a receipt and only took cash, which makes me think non of what they are doing is reported to the IRS. They just take your cash and they pay no taxes. The only thing that was decent there was the churros but that obvious, due to it being covered in brown sugar. Don’t recommend nor...