Service is consistently friendly, and I'm always happy to support small businesses. That said, the…read morefood quality can be hit or miss depending on what you order. The tacos and quesadillas are solid and definitely worth trying, but I've been disappointed with the burritos and the pork al pastor. The carne asada burrito looked substantial at first, but it was overwhelmingly filled with plain white rice, which made it feel bland and not what I'd expect in terms of flavor or balance. The pork al pastor was even more disappointing. It didn't resemble traditional al pastor in taste or texture. It was overly sweet, lacked depth, and the pork itself was extremely dry, unfortunately dry enough to make it difficult to finish. There are still some good items on the menu, and the service keeps me open to giving them another try but based on my experience, I wouldn't describe the food overall as authentic or five-star quality.

We arrived in Minneapolis earlier than expected on our way to the airport and decided to skip the…read moreexorbitant airport prices and mediocre food. After reading the Yelp reviews, we chose Tavial Grill - and we were so glad we did. This is truly authentic Mexican food. I had the al pastor taco and it was absolutely delicious. The tortilla was incredibly fresh and clearly handmade, and the meat and pineapple were perfectly seasoned. My husband ordered the carnitas burrito and wow - it was huge! Definitely come hungry. He said it was packed with flavor and one of the best burritos he's had. On top of the amazing food, the service was outstanding - friendly, welcoming, and efficient. Tavial Grill was well worth the short trip and far better than anything we would've found at the airport. We will definitely be back!

Delicious fresh food. Homemade sauces are so good! Great service too. Tacos were amazing and the…read morewings, fries, sandwich was perfect.

I don't want to lower my rating because I'm genuinely glad to have Tacos and Go in Lake Elmo. The…read morefood has been great, it's authentic Mexican food, and it's a convenient location. But I've had two bad experiences with the same employee in the drive thru and it's hard to ignore. The first time, my wife and I ordered two meals and were given just one small salsa, not enough for even one person. When we came back to ask for more, her attitude was noticeably rude. The second visit wasn't any better. We ordered four tacos, she repeated the order correctly, but we were only given three. When I pointed it out, she tried to charge my card again for the missing taco instead of fixing the mistake. On top of that, we were again given just one small salsa. When we asked for more, she walked away, said something under her breath, and came back with a couple more with an attitude like we were bothering her. I'm not sure what her issue is, but being greeted with friendliness and basic customer service goes a long way. These experiences have made me think twice about coming back when she's working, which is disappointing because I do like the place overall.

Some friends introduced me to this place and wanted some lunch. I had already eaten and was a…read morelittle full, but there's always room for one taco. I got the beef hard shell. Filled with beef juicy, and just the right amount of grease. I love that it retains its crunch throughout. I even tried some green sauce which heat wuss, I actually liked. We all washed it down with guava Jarritos. Using the bathroom is a hoot. The key is attached to a broom. The owner and chica at the counter are laughing at me looking at it. Going in wasn't the easiest and when I got out I told them they should put me on the payroll. Anyway, it's everything "they" say it is and I almost wish I had forced down a second one.

I decided to try 4 milpas again and SO glad I did! This time I went in person with my partner and a…read morefriend. We ordered 6 tacos - carnitas, asada, and birria dorados - and rice and beans. We also got a watermelon agua fresca. Everything was super flavorful! The dorados were fantastic! We wished we would have gotten all the tacos that way. The agua fresca was fresh and not too sweet. The restaurant is big with plenty of tables to dine. Great service and very helpful with recommendations! Thank you!!!!

Not sure why I haven't tried this place much sooner, but I plan to visit more than I have been…read morebecause it's delicious. Visited around 6pm on a Thursday and it was steady. I love how festive it is in here with the decor and Spanish music, it's like a fiesta. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Food was delicious. We had quesabarria tacos, tacos, and a burrito. Everyone left satisfied and agreed we'd visit again. They also offer days with specials, so will definitely take advantage of those.

Omg!!! They have FRESH HAND MADE TORTILLAS!!! Not a lot of…read moreplaces in the twin cities have freshly pressed tortillas so you can't go wrong with giving this place a try! I had the chicken, asada and al pastor. Of the three I went back a few days later for ONLY the Al pastor. It seriously is so great!! Service is fast! The vibe is pretty cool, they have a tv and they play Mexican music videos on it, honestly would come again just because of the chill vibe

It seems like birria can be found on just about every menu in the Cities these days, but El Fuego…read morehas been slinging it out of their truck for a few years now and I'll continue to seek them out when they make appearances around town. The truck doesn't seem to be out and about all that often and each time I've been lucky enough to try their birria it has been when they've been parked outside of Lake Monster Brewing. If the last time I visited was any indication, it appears that they're sticking to what they do best - birria. Gone were any options that didn't involve that beefy goodness, which is fine by me, as that's the only thing I'd be ordering. I can't speak to the birria burrito, but the tacos and quesabirria will remain my standby's as long as they're around.

I was super pumped to see that they were returning to St Paul for the first time since The Descent…read moreInto Plaguetimes. I definitely don't feel right sitting inside a crowded restaurant yet, but strolling up to a food truck in a parking lot and chowing down on something tasty that's fresh off the grill, that is an activity I can very much get behind in July of 2020. I've had their tacos before and I knew I just wanted more of the same, so I ordered 3 tacos. And I asked for a fourth as well. Give me a break I was hungry and I hadn't eaten anything all day! They were delicious and I strongly suspect I'll stop by for more next time I see that they're back in St Paul. (They appear to divide their time between Pine City and St Paul.) A few caveats, though. One is that there were tomatoes on my tacos which I didn't want. The description doesn't mention them so I was unpleasantly surprised. Also I couldn't find anywhere for trash in the area. I'd expect them to supply that if there isn't anything around. And as they were parked outside The Lab's taproom, maybe they assumed we could get beverages in there, so they didn't appear to offer any. But The Lab's bar was only serving drinks to people on their patio. But despite all that, I know that I will be consciously craving these tacos again soon. I can't wait to return! Maybe a drive up to Pine City is in order...

I love Nico's but the one on Como is such a fun spot with a beautiful patio…read more The food is consistently good, the service is quick, and the overall atmosphere is really well done. I love that you get the best of both worlds here with the lively, airy patio and the cooler, quieter interior depending on what vibe you're in the mood for. The drink menu is also a standout with some really fun cocktails. Staff is always friendly and kind, and service moves quickly, which I always appreciate. One of my favorite things is being able to mix and match tacos so you can try different proteins instead of committing to just one. I also love the variety of salsa options.

A great hidden gem on Como Ave. This place was bustling on a Sunday evening. Nice patio seating…read morewas popular but inside is very comfortable too. Lots of teal blue in the decor. I sat at the bar as I was alone. I ordered their classic margarita which was very tasty. For food I ordered 3 tacos - a Calamari, a Shrimp and a Pork. The food arrived quickly and was nicely presented. My favorite of the 3 tacos was the Calamari. The calamari was lightly breaded and very crispy yet tender. The cabbage and crema were great accompaniments. The Shrimp was second favorite. Nice sized shrimp were cooked perfectly. I was a little surprised by the spice level was a bit more than I was expecting. I then tried the pork taco with salsa verde and again was surprised by the spice level. The menu does a good job of identifying the spice level of the various salsas they offer. I would recommend that they do the same with their tacos just for awareness. I ate the 2 seafood tacos and 1/2 of the pork. I would have appreciated some chips or some sour cream to help cool things down. Overall I'd like to comeback and try more of the menu and bring friends and family.

I'll preface this with the fact that I'm not a fan of tex-mex, strip mall style joints. That said,…read moreLa Tapatia was a great experience. The atmosphere was trying to be trendy with the neon signs, rustic-chic, exposed duct aesthetic. The server was amazing. Incredibly friendly and helpful with questions that our group had. The food was also way better than I feared it might be. I appreciated the build-your-own option for a lot of the dishes. I got a large salad with grilled shrimp and it was pretty good. The shrimp was flavorful and the salad bright. I used some of the cilantro salsa that came with the chips as dressing and it was great. It happened to be my birthday and they brought out some churros as a treat, which was really nice. The churros, however, were pretty bad. Super dense and chewy. The service definitely added an extra star and that waiter (I didn't get her name) should get some recognition. I would put this in the "group pleasing", "work happy hour" bucket of restaurants. I would never suggest but definitely wouldn't be upset if the group chose here.

Here for the first time yesterday. Tried to make a dinner reservation but their reservation system…read moreonly offered 2:00pm. Tried calling to make a reservation but couldn't get anyone to answer. So 2:00pm it was. It was busy and only a few tables were open. Fun drunk menu and lots of local and Mexican beer options. Shared chips and salsa and Guac and both of us got two tacos and dessert and a drink. $40 a piece which wasn't bad. Would definitely go back.

Delicious Mexican food in a bright and cheerful location. Friendly service and a nice selection of…read moreproteins to choose from.

I've been meaning to try the spot out for a long time. I'm glad I stopped because I had a great…read moreexperience. I tried the chicken quesadilla and I got their chips and salsa. They give you a couple different options of salsa upon request but the default is the tomatillo salsa. The chicken quesadilla is one of the better ones I've had - it was super cheesy. The prices are fair and this customer service is great. I accidentally got charged twice for the chips and salsa without knowing, and the cashier came back to my table and gave me cash and apologized for the inconvenience. This can be overlooked, but I appreciated their honesty. Will definitely be back here in the future.

Enjoyed the Al pastor sope!! It's a cute little spot good flavor with all the toppings! My mom had…read morethe steak sope. I think I liked the Al pastor better but still good. Staff was friendly and quick service

First time visiting. Please ignore the quality of the photo, I got the tamales to go and they got…read moresmashed in my purse then I put them in my fridge because the container broke (they put it in a bag though so my purse was safe). I don't think they make them fresh but they still taste good and not the worst price considering there's no other tamales in Dinkytown. Inside was clean and the service was good, all things considered the wait wasn't long. I think they add some of their own stuff to the tamales, a red sauce and cheese which is fire. Not the best tamale I've had in my life so maybe next time I'll have to try one of their more popular entrees.

Martes Nachos! Hell yeah! We got some snacky food in Malcolm Yards with several vendors…read more The team at Marge's are helpful and courteous. These are not your ordinary nachos. These are absolutely delectable. You also have a multitude of protein options even including beef, chicken or barbacoa. We decided on chicken. They also didn't take very long to make. Yum!

Tacos are good, but didn't blow my socks off considering they were $5 to $7 each. We tried…read moredifferent kinds and each taco was equally delicious, so just go with your fav. Service was standard, quick but not too friendly. I didn't rate ambiance as it's a shared experience for all the Malcolm Yard restaurant stalls.