After 40 years of Tex-Mex, live music, and unforgettable memories, El Mercado on South 1st is closing its doors next week. For so many of us, this spot has been a go-to for family dinners, margaritas with friends, and late-night queso runs. But there’s a twist—while we’re losing a classic, the space will soon get a fresh start as De Nada Cantina, keeping the Austin spirit alive with new flavors and familiar faces. What’s your favorite El Mercado memory? And how do you feel about the change? #Food #AustinEats #ElMercado