I've never had authentic pupusas before and this is the spot to be for first timers! They were…read moreflavored well, had a lot of meat and cheese where the cheese was just melted to perfection. Great crust on the outside and the veggies on the side were perfectly seasoned and strong in oregano. The plantains were a nice sweet savory by itself and even better when dipped in beans and/or creama. Atmosphere was lovely and clean. Parking was a bit hard to get but I don't mind a 2-3 block walk after a big meal. Servicer was nice and always checked in on us

First time going here!! You have to try the pupusas!! We also got the yucca fries. This place is…read moreauthentic as it gets, the menu is half Spanish and it feels like a different county inside. All parking is on street but the streets are very friendly. Very nice hidden gem, go support small businesses!!

The pozole was awesome. It surpassed my expectations…read more Food is great. Service was good too.

Perfect place to satisfy the taco craving! Dining area was clean and food was served quickly. If…read moreyou have the time to sit and enjoy your food choose this over the "fast food" tacos.

Wanted to try a new place for Mexican Foods and what a diamond in the rough Casa Azul is. Located…read morein a strip mall off 35E the restaurant is small but very welcoming. The staff was extremely friendly and answered all our questions. The jalapeño margarita was perfection and truly one of the best I have ever had. The chips and salsa were fresh and our group inhaled them. The menu had many traditional options and some current items like the burrito bowl that my wife and daughter really enjoyed. I enjoyed the Chili Colorado and left nothing on my plate. We will for sure go back when in the mood for Mexican food and a margarita.

Came here on a Saturday evening and was seated immediately. Casa Azul is located in a strip mall,…read moreattached to a gas station with a medium sized parking lot. We were able to sit in a booth and received service immediately. The wait staff was kind and attentive. The restaurant offers a smaller amount of seating and is a Mexican restaurant with the ambiance of a sports bar. We both ordered combo #4 which consisted of 1 burrito, 1 enchilada, and 1 taco. I had mine come with shredded chicken. Overall the dish was bland. I was confused by the sauces on the enchilada as it smelt like marinara but did not taste like much. The taco was good, it came with a hard shell which I enjoy, and the chicken was nice.

Just wow!! Found this location from moving into the neighborhood back in the fall and what a Gem…read morethey're! Customer service is great they talk though the menu with questions of all kinds even down to the amount of spice used in case you're sensitive. I enjoy dining in the layout is beautiful and comfortable. I love that they're so many locals that support this business most dine in and are friendly. The food comes out in a decent amount of time I have no complaints there!! My favorite is Taco Tuesday $2.50 per taco you cannot beat and they're sooo good, the green sauce is my favorite with a side of lime. My last item I gotta shout of is the Rice milk dang is it yummy!! The best I've had in MN hands down. I will continue to visit and bring friends!

The decor is pretty neat inside. Round tables with bulky chairs and window seating as well…read more Not a sit down restaurant with a server if that's what you're looking for. I would consider this a fast food joint like Chipotle. The food was really bland. I got the steak taco and when they scoop the steak they had to drain the water out? To me it seems like they cook their meat and leave it soak in something to keep it from being dry. By doing this it also lost all flavor if they seasoned their steak. Unfortunately, it wasn't worth it and I won't be going back.

I cannot recommend this place enough! From the tamales, to the Mulitas, taqueria Los paisanos has…read moresomething the entire family will love. The al pastor is out of this world, and the red salsa is some of the best salsa I've had in the cities! We love this place so much and appreciate the family that runs it as they pour love into their service and cooking. Also, random but their side of beans is fabulous. So creamy and flavorful. I'm a big fan. Run, don't walk and see for yourself and be transported to streets of Mexico

10/10 chicken tacos. they must make their tortillas from scratch because they are PERFECT. so…read moreflavorful and satisfying. came here after getting an IUD inserted and for 5-9 minutes i was in complete bliss. completely forgot about my pain and discomfort while eating these tacos. my boyfriend got the quesa birria, he also gave it a 10. only note is our chips and guac were lackluster. wouldn't order again. still 5 stars tho!

First time checking out Pa'l Mar in St. Paul and it did not disappoint. The vibe had that lowkey…read more"this food bout to be fire" energy , and it was exactly that. Even though I came early in the afternoon and the place wasn't packed yet, the atmosphere was still welcoming, with a "come as you are" kinda feel. The staff? Super friendly and laid-back. You could tell they love what they do, and it makes all the difference. I ordered a large margarita and listen, it was hitting! Strong, fresh, flavorful.. one large is truly all you need. For food, I went with the chimichangas, and they were everything. Crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside 10/10, no notes. Definitely planning to come back, maybe during a livelier hour to see it in full swing. But even on a quiet afternoon, this place left a solid impression. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

I was actually really excited this place was close to my house. The food was absolutely delicious…read more!! The shrimp cocktail was full of shrimp and all the seafood was very fresh . The service was so quick even though they were busy. The restaurant is so cute and colorful and it's very clean and there's easy parking outside . I had also ordered a beef tip , chimichanga meal, and shrimp quesadilla to go and that was also really good . Additionally, the amount of food that you get is a lot and their prices are very decent. If you're wanting Mexican food and want a local spot that is worth your time and money. This is definitely a place you should check out.

Service was good. Wait was long time to take to go. I was…read morereally surprised to find horchata drink there :) I liked the food! Hidden gem.

Came here on a Friday night and it was very busy! There were plenty of seats inside as well and the…read morerestaurant is cutely decorated. We ordered Al pastor tacos (comes without pineapple), carne asada taco, esquites & a soup (can't remember what the name is) and i would say the food is decent here. The wait time is pretty long just an fyi. I would not recommend the esquites, it was really liquidity at the bottom and it was just too much mayo for me. I definitely had better. Other than that, the place is open pretty late so perfect for late night munchies.

Hello all. I was recently called to Minnesota for the sake of attending a rodentology convention,…read moreand having recently been separated from my beloved mouse, Truffle (aged 5), from my heinous Aunt Tesla and her prized fleet of falcons, I resolved to take Truffle everywhere with me on the brief excursion. Strapped securely inside his viewing bubble, which is affixed to the enamorating chest of this ladies' man, Truffle and I both realized we had a marked hankering for fruit. Reviews told me that this particular establishment in St. Paul has a delightful mangonada, I figured I could acquire a slice of watermelon for Truffle, and we had a tight window of time between our waking up, my bidding my previous evening's lady date au revoir as we escorted her out of our room, and attending the 4:00 lecture on the latest developments in artificial chinchilla reproductive technology. It was a 2.5-hour excursion, but with proper utilization of hydroplaning in my rented vehicle (which mirrored the purple one in my fleet back at home in my Auburn estate), we shaved it down to 1.8 hours. Round trip, of course, and factoring in departure time, Truffle and I left and returned in time. Upon arriving, I realized this would be a convenient opportunity to practice my Spanish, a language I have not spoken in six years. With frequent use of the phrases "Mi amado ratón, Truffle," "Amplía tus horizontes musicales al escuchar The Killers," and "Oye cariño, ¿quiere escuchar un dato sobre roedores?" I left the establishment with my delicious mangonada, fresh fruit for Truffle, a few new prospective lady dates, and my own musical horizons broadened by a customer's recommendation to examine the musical stylings of James Taylor. I was not disappointed. While at the convention, I acquired a T-shirt with the official Capybara slogan, "Excellent at both diving and swimming." Upon entry, the first sight that caught my eye in this fine establishment was a mango, so I have inserted the following image, moreover a rough rendering, to better exemplify what I found so endearing about the fruit. An ode to the mango is in order. Truffle was given his very own mango by a customer who found him endearing, so he is now a man of the mango, like myself. -Dr. Marris Dare

Love the mangonadas here. They are amazing!! Very authentic and food service and ambiance is a…read morevibe. Great every time.

They have it ALL here. Grocery…read more Fresh meat counter. Full produce section. Take-home ready to heat and eat meals. Bakery. Fresh salsa counter. FULL RESTAURANT. Like truly, this is a one stop shop! I love coming here for groceries, then picking up some ready-made meal items (meats, rice, and fresh salsas), plus getting tacos to eat onsite. Especially during Dia De Los Muertos, this place is sooo stunning with all the decor. Awesome long-time family owned business (and sister-owned currently!)

We love El Burrito Mercado. Not only are they a great latino grocery store, but they also have a…read morerestaurant with pretty good food. They are an immigrant-owned business, and you can also find their food truck at local MN events and even a stall at the State Fair! We don't go out for Mexican food very often because my mother in law is from Chihuahua and typically cooks better and more authentically than most restaurants in the area, but when we do El Burrito is typically on the short list. We've always had good service here. The staff is friendly, happy to chat or talk to you, and give recommendations. We stopped in this last time to grab a couple drinks on the patio and the waitress was nice enough to warn us that they've had bees recently. There were alot of bees, but we got through it and were happy that she warned us ahead of time. Their specials are excellent including their double Entre special on Thursdays and their Taco Tuesday deals. Really if you haven't given this place a shot either for groceries or for their restaurant you should stop in!

The only food option in this little Latinx mall, but it's a great one. I don't think I've ever had…read morea Gordita outside of Taco Bell, but now I want more. Like a quesadilla but less cheesy. Two is probably not enough for a hungry person, three likely is (or just get the combo). The winner in my opinion is the discada, a complex mix of peppers, onions, and multiple meats. I'm not sure what exactly they are, I don't intend to ask, but they're delicious. Would eat again. For a bonus, walk three blocks to the distillery or brewery nearby, these go great with drinks.