Such a great staple Mexican spot. They start you off with a complimentary basket of chips, salsa, and their signature white dip, which honestly tastes kind of like ranch and is so good. The food is always solid. I love the carne asada tacos and the fajitas, especially the steak and chicken combo. They come with classic sides of rice and beans, and everything is consistently flavorful. The margaritas are a must and always are strong. The service is always great. Staff is quick, friendly, and very attentive. They make you feel welcomed right away and take good care of you throughout your meal. The vibe is casual and comfortable, making it an easy go-to spot. There's plenty of parking, and they also have a patio which is great in the warmer months. read more

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Favorite Mexican Restaurant!!! Starter: Bring complimentary basket of chips, salsa and white dip (tastes like ranch- sometimes have to ask for white dip) otherwise worth ordering!!!! *The white dip is one of the main reasons why we go* Food: My go to- Bean burrito with no red sauce *Tried the bean chalupa- wouldn't order again, cheese quesadilla was tasty! *3 tacos: chicken and beef - always good *Side of rice and beans *Margarita- A must! Service is always good! Staff are quick and always friendly! Casual and comfortable Parking: Free parking lot Close to shopping *Support small business* read more

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This is my personal favorite spot for authentic Mexican food. The staff are always friendly, even on a busy Friday night when we were there. We sat on the patio and ordered the chicken fajitas por dos. It was so much food! Enough for us to take home and both have lunch the next day. The strawberry margaritas are delicious, you can even get them non-alcoholic. We will be back!! read more

El Loro Eagan - Fajitas Por Dos - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

My family loves dining at El Loro, we definitely have our "fav" locations but are generally open to checking out the nearest locations to where we are at when we decided to dine. This was my first time checking out the Eagan location. They have parking on both sides of the restaurant (parking lots) which is nice. As we were walking around to the entrance a person sitting on the sidewalk patio was throwing something to the trash (which was risky to begin with) and hit my sister. Not sure why they felt the need to be throwing things and the fact that they missed and didn't even get up to pick up their litter was distasteful. We were able to get a table right away. We were place by the door/cashier area. We typically eat the same things every time we go so we were ready to order right away. My sister gets the burrito ruleta and I get that or the taco salad but sometimes I forgot to tell them no beans which I almost always regret. I also ordered a glass of horchata, which comes in a giant glass. You get complementary chips, dip and salsa which the white dip is my fav! Food came out quick and was good. We were given the bill and at most locations you pay at the cashier stand, the receipt actually says to pay the cashier. We got up to pay and all of a sudden no one is at the stand. A man eventually some over and my sister hands him the money and receipt and walks off (idk why she did that) but the man assumed he could keep the change despite me standing there waiting (it was my money, he seen the whole time we were on the same tab). At first he refused to give me my change but I called my sister to come back to tell him that that was my money and he then gave me the change. The whole situation on both parts (my sister and the cashier) was odd and how the cashier handled it rubbed me wrong. Like we were sitting less than 20 ft from the cashier the entire time and all of sudden you don't believe/recall the table? And then the waitress came up to the stand to see if we're going to tip, which I did & always do but the whole thing was a mess. Also charge an extra fee for using cards doesn't matter if it's a debit card or credit card. Besides the check out situation the service was good. read more

El Loro Eagan - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

Had a great experience, came here around 4 o'clock, super empty. It got sort of busy around five so plan accordingly... Parking lot has many spaces because it is in a strip mall. Everything was exceptional and as ordered, this time we were not charged for extra salsa as we were the time before hence the five stars! Noise, level wise, the busier it gets, of course the louder it is, it's not too unbearable, though and conversations are easily heard. This is a fan favorite in our household, and we will always be returning. read more

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I sat at the bar for 15 minutes before I received any service. I listened to the male staff say inappropriate things about every person in the restaurant in Spanish (how silly to believe people don't speak Spanish) ... Because of the ridiculous delay we had time to look around and the place is filthy. Terrible servers. Terrible food. Never again. read more

El Loro Eagan - Yummy margarita - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

I've loved this restaurant for 20 years! A true gem in the Eagan neighborhood. CONSISTENTLY, food has been delicious, service has been excellent and the value is awesome enough to bring the whole family. Ambiance is good, but not modern. It's clean and the walls have beautifully awesome cultural murals and paintings. The full bar makes for a nice happy hour too. Here's what we ate: - Complimentary Chips and 2 Salsas (5/5). Not sure what the white sauce is made of, but the kids and I love it. Hubby prefers the salsa. - Steak Fajitas $15 (5/5): the portions are large enough for 2-3 people, and my favorite part is when it comes out sizzling on a hot plate. The meat and veggies are so flavorful! - Chori Pollo $15.75 (5/5): Chicken breast meat with chorizo sausage and nacho cheese. Really good. - Carne Asada $16 (4/5): meat was a bit dry for me but still tasty. - Combo 6 $11.50 (5/5): Enchiladas and Taco. They do the basics really well here. All of our meals came with beans and rice. The rice is just ok, but they serve the BEST beans with melted cheese on top. Delicious! Even when the place is packed full, I've always received amazing service here. Everyone is super friendly, checks on you frequently, constantly refills our drinks, and the food is out quickly. When I used to work nearby, it was my department's favorite lunch spot because of the great food AND quick service. read more

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I had chicken enchiladas lunch version. Not bad. Salsa for chips tasted great, like they either used fresh or canned tomatoes, either is acceptable according to my Mexican friends. Using tomato sauce in salsa is considered cheating. read more

Spontaneous late family dinner one Saturday night around 7:30pm. Our table of 6 was seated quickly. Service was spot on... I wish I could remember our waiter's name because he was friendly and funny. Kept us on our toes. Restaurant is in a strip mall in Eagan. Not super big, but there's plenty of tables and appeared to be outdoor patio seating as well. Decorated festively, too! I enjoyed the jalapeño poppers and nachos. Both were served hot and tasted good. Each tortilla chip had meat on it... not something you come across all the time. Everyone else enjoyed their meals as well. We all left with full satisfied tummies. Lots to pick from on the menu. I'll have to come back sometime. read more

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Always a reliable family Mexican restaurant for us here in Eagan. We go a few times a year and the staff is great. Get out and support these awesome small businesses. read more

The food is always great, and the staff is always very pleasant and efficient (like you're going in starving, and you're coming out fat and happy, ready for a siesta in 30 minutes). The helpings of food and beverage are always huge. They make their own chips, and I LOVE their chips and whatever their queso blanco sauce is. It isn't a cheese, more of a tangy crema. I give it 4 stars for two things - first, it always has this very strong odor of cleaning agent. Like pine sol or something. I appreciate that they keep the space clean, but it's honestly a really overwhelming perfume smell when you're wanting it to smell like food. The second thing that I don't love is that their tabletop sauces look unmonitored. We use some of the same hot sauces and such at home, and they're supposed to be refrigerated once opened and I'm guessing they don't refrigerate and replace them regularly because they are off color. Still overall recommend for generous portions of Mexican fare for a good price. read more

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I had the chimichangas with ground beef. They were the best I've ever had. The service was very friendly and the food always comes incredibly quickly! This has been a favorite of mine for a long time. read more

Their chicken enchiladas have Boiled chicken with no flavor. The only flavoring is in the sauce on the outside (which was good). It appears that this is a shortcut to allow for faster service. read more

The best food ever the service is good the best ambiance 10 stars good job on the food read more

One of our favorite Mexican places to eat when we come to Eagan. The food was so good and service even better! Everyone is so friendly and we were able to be seated right away when they were busy. We got our food and drinks fast and the server kept coming back to get us refills. read more

I did like going to this place for the stk tacos but the treatment of service was horrible. we sat ar a dirty table with beer spilled and i cleaned it and the floor had beer and they put up and caution sign than took it away . after 20 min and multiple times asking it was done. to be a person of color in a place of people of color ashamed at the service never again. read more

I came here with my family one day after work and it wasn't too busy. We were able to get a large table for everyone at around 6 pm. I called ahead and they told me that the tortilla chips were in a dedicated fryer and gluten free. For a meal I got the chicken fajitas with corn tortillas. They were not my favorite corn tortillas but it was still a good meal overall. They were very reasonably priced for how much food I had, I had leftovers to enjoy the next day. There's a parking lot that has plenty of space as well. Our server was great at filling up our waters and making sure we had everything we needed! read more

El Loro Eagan - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

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Awesome Mexican restaurant! My husband had to whole fish and i the mole. so good perfectly cooked. the Horchata was the best i've had yet! read more

El Loro Eagan - fried whole tilapia - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

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Dropped in for lunch after an airport run. The place was clean and quick. They served their chips with a bowl of salsa and a bowl of spicy ranch that was surprisingly delicious. I ordered the Jalisco; the meat was a little overcooked but the shrimp was perfect. And they had Horchata, which is reminded me of my visits to Guatemala. Would stop by again. read more

El Loro Eagan - Chips, salsa, spicy ranch - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

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Came for quick lunch on a Monday. Cute little place. Fast, friendly service. Large menu. Very good food - large portions. Complimentary chips & salsa to start. We ordered the beef chimichanga (thick shredded beef) with beans. Nice dollops of sour cream, guacamole, lettuce & tomatoes on the side. Delicious. Also got the Poblano enchiladas with rice, verde sauce. The service was excellent and speedy. Good price. I won't hesitate to come here again. read more

I have had their taco salad many times. The last 2 were terrible. Ordered a carry out on December 31. They used to make them with ground beef. I received chunks of beef that had absolutely no flavor, tough and dry. Thinking it was New Year's Eve, I let it slide. Tried it again today. The beef was the same and the taco shell tasted about 4 days old. read more

El Loro has become my go-to Mexican restaurant in the area for a number of reasons. I first learned about the place from a buddy who lives close by and has been a customer for an extended time. I've found it always to be clean and staffed with courteous staff who are consistently interested in providing anticipatory, good service. And the food? It arrives promptly, looking good (see photo) and fresh. The shells are apparently made on site (much better consistency and texture than the competition) and the veggies are fresh and also consistent. Pricing is reasonable and appropriate unlike other settings who have allowed their prices to get out of hand...they've maintained good value at El Loro. Lunch for two including soft drinks runs under $30 plus tip. A full bar is available and the restaurant is good for a single, couple or small group (including an informal business lunch). You won't be embarrassed or disappointed. Have at it fellow Yelpers. I'm sure you'll enjoy El Loro. read more

El Loro Eagan - My El Loro favorite...Fajita Taco Salad - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

Good food and service, the portions were generous. It was a welcoming environment and a very busy place. It's definitely worth a visit.

Great experience in warm setting. Waiter friendly and order placed by memory. Carnitas and Burrito Grande with Pina Coladas and delicious hot food with authentic taste. In a strip mall with easy access. Great experience and good to take home! Recommended! read more

They went above and beyond to take care of customers during the fear mongering, and face diaper mandates of the government

I don't do many reviews but I was extremely surprised to see this place at 3.5 stars it's almost criminal! I'm no "food critic" but I know great service, cheaper than average liquor prices, and awesome food when I see it. Overall best value Mexican food restaurant in Eagan... If you somehow prefer Theresa's I have to bet you're too lazy to drive the extra 5 minutes to an overall better and cheaper Mexican restaurant. Alambres, beef tip chimichanga, and even the value priced a la carte chicken quesadilla are my go-to options. Throw in a Texas margarita (or two) and I have to imagine you'll be satisfied with visiting El Loro - Eagan. Thanks! Happy Eating read more

Good food and service as always. You always get a big portion for the price and it's not overpriced. Definitely my favorite Mexican restaurant read more

Fairly typical suburban type Mexican restaurant. The chips were warm and thin. Good salsas. They also give you a bowl of ranch so you can make your own Dorito. Definitely avoid the enchiladas mole; it was the worst mole sauce I've ever had. Good, big and strong margaritas and good chips are a good start, just avoid the mole. $30 for two beers and the enchiladas. Not terrible but no need to go back. read more

Literally the best customer service I've ever seen. The food and drinks are sysco, but the front of the house workers are 5 star. Even when they were slammed beyond belief and short staffed, they worked continuously and were class acts when faced with really difficult customers. Usually I won't leave a review just based on service, but I've never seen harder workers anywhere and this staff deserves accolades for their professionalism. read more

I always feel cared for when I come here. The servers are very attentive and the menu is extensive. Without asking, the server brings chips with both white and red sauce to the table. read more

Friendly staff. However my fish tacos were extremely salty and poorly plated which made them less appetizing. read more

El Loro Eagan - Fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

I know that Yelp has requirements for the length of reviews left. El Loro makes it really difficult to adhere to this standard because there are really only two words to describe them: THE BEST! I turned by bestie on to this place a few years ago. I used to live not far in West St. Paul and this was my post-movie meal stop regularly. For me and my son, movies and El Loro couldn't be said without each other in the same sentence. Now that I live in Minneapolis, I still don't have a problem driving all the way over to Eagan for this tasty Mexican food. I do have one warning for you: If you get a margarita, have a designated driver, because you're not going to be able to function after. No matter the size or the time of day, the folks at El Loro don't make any watered down, wimpy margaritas. They are in your face, knock your butt down, drinks that are much too tasty for their potency. You end up drinking much too quickly and regretting it later. I always, always, always, always, have a hard beef taco. It is is REQUIRED. My girl got a soft taco. I didn't give her any side eye externally, though I certainly did internally. Tacos are made to be crispy and crunchy. There's no debate on that. Also had a burrito and an enchilada. I ATE EVERYTHING. I normally have a to-go box when leaving here. It had been too long since last I ate here, so my stomach was like, "why you stopping, girl, eat that food!", and I did. I ate almost all of the chips and salsa before and after polishing off all my food, too. As my girl will tell you, I don't usually eat an entire meal in one sitting, regardless of the size. As soon as I eat, my stomach, says, "ok, two tablespoons are enough", and I ask for a box. Man, I ate like I had a physical job or something. Per usual, the service was great. I will be back...and sooner than the last time. Yum! read more

The food is amazing! They have a tasty mole sauce. Highly recommend. I've come here for over 10 years and I still see familiar faces. The restaurant has a chill feel to it, nice music. read more

El Loro Eagan - Chicken enchiladas poblanas, chile relleno! So good - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

Not the best branch of a reputable Twin Cities South Metro family of Mexican restaurants. "El Loro," translated the Parrot in English, has a very standard array of Mexican dishes, including fajitas, enchiladas, burritos, and tacos. Everything is decent here at the Eagan branch. The service is speedy Gonzalez fast and friendly. The food is hot but not exceptionally flavored. The house salsa was served chilled and one step better than from a jar. The chips were fine but not super fresh. Probably the best item is their refried beans (found in the bean burrito)--fresh and house made. Admittedly, I have high standards for Mexican food having lived in San Diego for two years. For food that is a touch better in a restaurant that is absolutely squeeky clean, try the El Loro branch several miles away in Burnsville on the north side of Cliff Road and east Highway 13. read more

El Loro Eagan - Chips & Salsa (complimentary) - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

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Smells! Simply the food & service great, but the smell of cleaner was so strong in the dining room.

I've actually been enjoying food from El Loro for a minute. First went here years ago and knew the grub was good, but because it's in Eagan, I didn't get the opportunity to make many visits there. However, after meeting my BFF, my visits have increased over the past couple of years or so, as this is one of her top spots for authentic and delicious Mexican food. It is part of a strip mall and when you enter, it appears smaller than it actually is. It's quite spacious inside and has a decent patio area outside, as well. The service is always quick, the servers are polite and accurate. It seems to never be too busy during the times which I've entered. Their menu items are delicious and affordable, which are hard to come by these days. Last visited there this past Saturday for lunch with the BFF. We were aiming for happy hour, and we made it in plenty of time. We were seated quickly and served promptly. First, complimentary chips and salsa were presented, which is always nice. I don't know what the white, mayonnaise-based sauce is, but it was not appealing to me after tasting it, so I refrained from using it with my chips and continued using the salsa. After a while, I decided to treat myself to a small Texas margarita at the happy hour price. I was not expecting my margarita to be as large as it was, then I saw how the medium-sized margarita looked, and I realized that small meant medium, medium meant large, and large/jumbo meant the size of your head. I wasn't driving, so I finished my drink and was feeling very good by the end of lunch. :) BFF and I decided on jalapeno poppers as an appetizer and combo platters for each of us. Hers was a burrito and chile relleno; mine was a tostaguac, taco, and enchilada. All of the food was really good. I tried jalapeno poppers for the first time--very tasty. Most of the inside made its way onto my clothes. LOL I prefer a soft-shell taco but didn't mind a hard shell for the taco I ate. it was good, nonetheless. I didn't even touch my enchilada; actually, both of us were too full to finish the rest of our meals, so to-go boxes were in order. I will always return, as El Loro is my number one spot for Mexican! read more

El Loro Eagan - "Small" Texas margarita. Nothing small about this one! So delicious and strong! - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

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Came to eat with the family, all had separate checks, everyone tip EXCEPT my mom she forgot to so all she did was sign it, but later checked her bank statement and the restaurant added a $10 tip without her acknowledge excuse me that's not okay!!! NEVER COMING BACK EVER!!!!!!!!! read more

The food here is pretty good; I do see some menu items that aren't exactly commonly found on most menus (which I'm always down to try new things), but the only gripe is that even though it's $0.50 and not a big deal, but I've noticed that they gave themselves a bit of a bonus tip... My expense report is gonna be fun (I'm in town for work). read more

El Loro Eagan - Tacos, beans, Modelo beer, and unlimited chips & salsa - Mexican Near Me - Eagan, Minnesota

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I've been coming here for years and it's always been good. never had a bad meal here. the staff are amazing and always are attentive. food comes fast and fresh. I recommend this location 100%. read more

Food was very good. Service was great and fair prices. Queso and Chorizo dip was amazing but not on the menu. Just ask...