Popular Germantown Mexican restaurant permanently closes less than a year after opening
A Memphis suburb is losing a popular dining option.
Asaderos Mexican Grill posted July 9 on Facebook that it has decided to close its Germantown restaurant at 3165 Forest Hill Irene Road.
“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of our restaurant. We poured our hearts into creating something special — from the food to the ambiance, and everything in between. We know we had something truly magical, a hidden gem that many of you came to love,” the post stated.
Asaderos Mexican Grill has closed at 3165 Forest Hill Irene Road in Germantown.
The restaurant had generally received rave reviews for its dishes, drinks and service.
However, Asaderos' post on social media said that trying to keep the restaurant going proved to be too much.
“Unfortunately, despite our passion and your incredible support, our location proved to be a challenge we just couldn’t overcome,” Asaderos said.
The roughly 8,700-square-foot Asaderos Mexican Grill restaurant occupied the former site of the Mesquite Chop House, which closed in March 2020 after Preston Lamm chose not to renew the lease.
What was Asaderos Mexican Grill?
Asaderos Mexican Grill — which opened early this year — was known as an authentic Mexican steakhouse. The restaurant aimed to make patrons' entire visit an experience — from the seating in the dining room to the plating of dishes like the Taco Crispy of Crab and the Crispy Toreado.
Abraham Valenzuela started Asaderos Mexican Grill. He has been in the restaurant business for more than 20 years. Valenzuela owns Rancho Grande restaurant in Olive Branch, which has been around for 15 years. Valenzuela is also the owner of the Chukis Deli Mexicano on Goodman Road in Olive Branch and the Chukis Taco #2 at 3445 Poplar Ave.
“We are beyond grateful for every memory made, every meal shared, and every kind word spoken about our space. Thank you for seeing us, for loving us, and for being part of our journey,” Asaderos said in its Facebook post.
“This isn’t goodbye forever — just see you later."
Corey Davis is the Collierville and Germantown reporter with The Commercial Appeal. He can be reached at [email protected] or 901-293-1610.
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