mr. tacos was recommended to me as the best place in the area to get a birria taco... they were SOO…read moreGOOD. i would agree, i think they were some of the best birria tacos i've had in a long time. we got the choriqueso which had some really good flavors. the margaritas were humongous and delicious. we also got the fajitas and we both really enjoyed them. i loved this whole meal and want to come back soon!!

Mr. Taco absolutely hit the spot. The birria tacos were packed with tender, flavorful meat,…read moreperfectly melted cheese, and the consommé was so good I could've drank it by itself. The rice and beans on the side were great too but had to order separate from the tacos, and of course I had to pair everything with a Lime Jarritos. The atmosphere is really cool a lot of Ai art on the walls, the restaurant is clean, and the service was quick and friendly. Definitely one of those places where it's going to be hard to convince myself to order anything besides the birria next time. If you're craving Mexican food, this place is 100% worth checking out.

Small place. Food was delicious. I admit I wasn't feeling Mexican food but the burritos were huge!…read moreTwo ppl in the party got them. I got a cheese quesadilla and a side of fries. The fries were similar size and shape to McDonald fries! so good! Hot and fresh. Would definitely come here again. The staff were very friendly and nice.

We went for a late lunch 1:45pm, and there were only a handful of people. We were greeted with a…read moresmile and seated. Asked if we wanted drinks. Brought out drink order and chips and salsa, chips were homemade, and salsa was not spicy (good for a Scandinavian). Asked if we had any questions. The menu was not over stimulating and was a good variety of Mexican food. My husband ordered the Chimichanga, and I ordered a taco salad. We bought got the shredded beef. Food arrived in a timely manner. We both loved the shredded beef! Added a nice flavor without too much heat! My lettuce was fresh, and the crispy shell the salad was placed in was also good! If you're in the mood for Mexican in Mahtomedi, check Red Luna Seasons

The food was terrible, my eggs weren't cooked fully, the food was cold and soggy and maybe a few…read morepieces of lettuce in a salad. Would not recommend

The food was great, the service was soso, the price was good. The atmosphere was good. What more…read morecan you ask for? Oh, and the margaritas, the best!

My husband had the fajita burrito (huge) and I had the cheese enchiladas with steak on top. Both…read morewere super flavorful and delicious. Got seated immediately on a Friday night and very fast service. Highly recommend.

Best carnitas I've ever had!…read more Came here on a Wednesday evening since I was in the area and I was craving Mexican food. Got sat right away, chips and salsa served immediately. Our server was quick, asking for a drink order without any time to look at the menu. If I knew what I wanted, I would've been grateful. Ordered the carnitas tacos and choriqueso. The choriqueso was good, nothing out of the world. But the carnitas? AMAZING. It was charred a little and the corn tortillas were toasted. I'm surprised I've had the best carnitas I've her had in Forest Lake Minnesota??? But seriously. It was heavenly. It was heavily influenced by the "medium" beer, which was huge, but I swear those tacos were DELICIOUS. Im definitely coming back for more carnitas tacos and lake views.

El Parian has some of the best Mexican food I have ever had!! This is a local gem in Little Canada…read morethat everyone should give a try. The service is great, the food and drinks came out very quick, and of course I can't forget about the free chips and salsa which is always a plus and so good!! There was a lot to choose from the menu. We started with a large corona margarita. For food, we got the Burrito Parian and Enchiladas Guadalajara which were both amazing! I highly recommend the Enchiladas Guadalajara. Overall El Parian was a great experience and I left very satisfied. I do wish they had a little bit better of an ambiance as personally I am not a fan of the LED lighting and it could improve the overall experience aesthetically. Either way, I can't wait to come back again and try more items form menu!

This now replaces El Sombrero. We just had lunch to try it…read moreout. Folded did seem authentic and not Americanized. Lunch chicken tacos. $ 7.30. Three nice size tacos were very tasty. The third one got a little soggy due to juices pooling on the plate. Very basic but lots of sauces on the table to Modelo Negro $5.89 Cuban mojito was in 20 ?oz glass $14. Lunch fajitas$14. Was good Note chips are provided free Server was Kimberly.

Had to review this place after I saw the low rating. We've been here about five times and have…read morenever been disappointed. Service is always quick and attentive. Prices are very reasonable especially when compared to other places these days. Cash discount too so bring cash. This time my son and I got the fajitas de mar and split it even though he's a big eater. Totally enough food for both of us. Wife and daughter loved their food too. I've gotten the molcajete in the past and it was delicious too. Nice enough place inside. Nothing fancy. I noticed many of the one star reviews are three years old or more and I only started going here in the past three years so maybe that's it. In any case, this is a great Mexican restaurant that you shouldn't hesitate to visit.

This has become a favorite Mexican restaurant to come to. The ambience is nice and the area super…read moreconvenient for shopping or taking a walk around the lake. They have a parking lot on site which is very convenient. The kids love their kids menu as it's very diverse and my daughter said her burrito was flavorful and the chicken juicy. I ordered Al pastor tacos and the salsa that they pair it with so good! Service was great and every time we come served are very friendly and the food comes out quickly. I am shocked to see the low star waiting but I've been here a good amount of times and have always had a great dining experience.

We had a nice experience here. Everyone enjoyed their food and drinks. Pleasant server. On street…read moreparking. Nice little outdoor patio.

Let me preface this by saying this place is catering to a suburban clientele and local tourists. It…read moreis not curated to be authentic street food - it's meant for large portions, a beachy drink, a classic bar feel, and a fun time. Stopped in here after walking around Stillwater on a sunny Sunday. After having a beer on the water and a long walk, I decided it was time for some tacos. This place was absolutely packed, but as a solo traveler I was seated fairly quickly at a small table inside. Fun colorful and tropical decor. I ordered the Shrimp Tacos and a Margarita. The mason jar marg was salty and refreshing and the tacos were HUGE. The rice was cooked perfectly, the shrimp were large and had a nice pop, and overall the flavors were balanced! A little acid here, a little something savory there, a tangy sauce! I slammed two of the tacos and brought the third one home for my partner to try. Fun filling stop on a beautiful day!

We love every dish we have ordered here and I just realized I've never left a review. This place is…read morea must. Our favorite is their live music nights, but any time we can stop in, we enjoy the extra considerate service with our kiddos and see them bring that to every customer. They even have many breakfast options, so we are big fans of that option. Their salsa is one of my favorites around. The place is cute on the inside, too. I can't pick a favorite dish, but the kids particularly enjoy their asada fries or bean tacos. Show this place some love!

My wife and I just moved here from California and this was our first time eating here. The food was…read moredelicious and the closest we have came to Cali authentic. Service was awesome and we enjoyed the authentic ambiance.