Walking in you notice a fun, modern Mexican bar/restaurant. Everything was new and clean. The staff…read morewas helpful and friendly. They brought chips and salsa right away. The chips were warm, light and delicious. The salsa was very tasty and a bit spicier than many places. My son wanted queso so we ordered that too. I liked it more than most places, he wasn't as impressed. He got the birria taco platter. I got birria tacos ala carte with the consommé. When they arrived the outside of the taco looked a bit charred but we rolled with it. Turned out they were very good. My son commented that the rice was good and more moist than other Mexican rice. The refried beans were fine. Overall, a very nice meal! Will definitely head back another time.

This place is amazing, the street tacos are delicious, everything is made fresh and they are really…read morefast with their preparation and packaging. The decor is quaint and relaxing. Be prepared they are moving on June to broadway street. The staff is friendly and very helpful. This is my go to taco restaurant.

We love Bravis! Their new location is such an upgrade from their previous spot downtown Shakopee…read more Much more seating - booths, tables, picnic table style seats, bar seating. Love the murals on the walls celebrating the Minnesotan culture and icons. The service is always great, and the servers always have a good menu recommendation if you're unsure what to get. The bar has delicious drinks and their Jamaica juice is so refreshing on a hot summer day. Happy hour is a nice discount on some favorite items. I will say anything with shredded chicken isn't my favorite (not enough seasoning on the chicken for my taste) but everything else we've tried is a hit! We always start off with the chips and salsa flight and add cheese sauce - it's NOT a queso, there's no peppers or spice. The creamy green sauce is our favorite salsa they make, it's delicious on everything. The torta is a great choice if you're unsure what to get, the pineapple bowl is awesome if you're trying to share with others. Tacos and burritos are always a hit - I love the crunch of the pork belly and the flavor of the al pastor, taco toppings are onion and cilantro unless you get the loaded taco with slaw. The burrito could probably feed two people with an appetizer. It's a little higher priced than your typical plate of tacos but the quality of the food is always top notch, the kitchen is open and clean, and I've never left hungry or without leftovers. I will note - if you're looking for "traditional" Mexican food this probably isn't the spot you're looking for. It's still delicious just slightly different than what you'd get at your typical taqueria.

Homemade flavor and excellent service. Hard surfaces so a bit loud inside but plenty of patio…read moreoptions. Never disappointed. Pineapple bowl superb and shrimp outstanding. Most prices, these day, are higher than 12 months ago. Worth every cent.

we waited at the counter for more than 5 minutes. we were the only ones at the counter. there were…read more2 employees working in front of us. they never acknowledged us. a simple" we will be right with you" would have sufficed.

What's better than a burrito with cheese? One BATHED in cheese. A beast birthed at La Bamba, this…read morebehemoth means business and bueno flavor. ------ Chorizo Wet Burrito -- with all they had for fillings, topped with Cheese Sauce Carne Asada Fries -- topped with Steak, Southwest Queso, Cilantro, Queso Fresco, Pico De Gallo, & Avocado Sauce From La Bamba Mexican Taco House on Front Street ------ My order was the wrap, and it slapped! To be eaten with a fork and not the fingers the queso was a glue from the Gods, adding excellent texture and flavor to the rice, salsa, and all the stuffings. Spicy and authentic chorizo sausage was the perfect protein to pull it all together, not to mention a terrific tortilla that would trump anything from a grocery store. Filling and fantastic, this one's for those who find dairy extraordinary As for the fries, my friend was not disappointed. With a similar queso to the burrito, steak, salsa, AND avocado sauce atop crispy fries, this selection is an indulgent feast of French fry fusion La Bamba is nothing short of da bomb. My only complaint is the NUMEROUS options... guess I have to go back to try somethin' else. Oh well... ;) Grateful to Quinn for the suggestion! Also thank you Jay and Kidus for going with to see how this Mexican place measures up

I have one word for all that haven't been to Taco La Chule!…read more This place has AMAZING food and the staff is great and friendly. Don't' let the reviews from the previous Mexican restaurant deter you from going to La Chule. You Won't regret the experience!!

Great food, service was great, and food came out quick. Al…read morepastor wasn't amazing, but it was good meat, and the tortillas were great. The salsas and hot sauces were good. The migadas mante was really good. For those that aren't familiar the migadas is like a tostada, with a thicker tortilla, the steak (asado) was great.

Driven by this restaurant a few times on the way to and from the Renaissance Festival and decided…read moretoday was the day to stop in! Excellent service -- greeted upon entry and our questions were answered quickly and thoroughly. The food is incredible! Tacos are full with meat, not light in portions. The asada (steak) was excellent and juicy. The carnitas were tender. The lengua is well cooked and absolutely my favorite! The menudo was excellent-- the tripe practically melted in my mouth and had no gaminess! So we ordered 2 more! The caldo de res was good, the meat was tender and was tender to the bite. Corn, green beans, and zucchini were all drenched in the broth and were also amazing! The interior is warm and welcoming with colorful flags across the width of the dining room. Spanish music plays loudly and proudly over the loudspeakers. Highly recommend! Will be coming back!

I can recommend the queso but that's about it. I don't eat beef or pork, so it's possible those…read moredishes are fine; I had the Huarache Tinga and the Tinga Taco but the chicken was very dry and not flavorful at all. I didn't care for either the red salsa (quite hot) or the green (watery). I threw most of the Huarache away. :( The queso bumped it up a star and helped save the taco, but the chips tasted stale.

Delicious authentic tacos! We ordered in for lunch at my work nearby and these blew me away. The…read morechicken and pork were flavorful and the green salsa was fantastic. The chips and guac stole the show - loaded with other vegetables in the guac and homemade chips! I will definitely be back and recommending this to others.

This place is a really amazing Mexican restaurant. They recently expanded so they have much more…read morespace. While we've only ever gotten to-go, I like that they have a quick service counter, as well as the option to dine-in. We might have to try sitting down sometime. Never really gotten anything I don't like. I have to say that their Birria eggrolls are absolutely amazing. I would say they are a must order. I also love the loaded burrito with fries. We will probably add this restaurant into our rotation and try to come here more frequently. The only downside is that when you look at their prices compared to other Mexican restaurants, they are a bit expensive. Also, while they recently updated their website and online ordering system. Sometimes the online ordering is still a bit confusing in my opinion.

Literally a hole in the wall that you order through tucked inside a gas station that has the best…read moreMexican food around. Worth it even though it's a bit sketchy.

I really like the story that gets told about how this cookie-cutter gas station has a food counter…read morewith mind-blowing food. But that last part doesn't match my experience. I had so-so birria tacos (no consomme, single soft-corn tortilla) and so-so horchata (served in a sealed bag that looks like an IV pouch, actually kind of funny), along with a tasty and particularly juicy elote. My friend got the Asada Mulita and he quite enjoyed it. That seemed like a good deal for $9, and $4.90 per taco for what I got is okay. The ambiance absolutely does not rise above what you would expect from an unremarkable, utilitarian convenience store with a few tables that aren't routinely wiped down. You can order online (highly recommended) or from a screen near their covered-up window. Whenever a food place is clearly hiding its employees from its customers, I'm nervous that I will be ignored. But someone was constantly popping out and asking people what their names were, and telling them how many minutes they can expect to wait. (Waiting = standing next to the salty snacks shelves.) I see now that they have Al Pastor Chicken with Pineapple Pico and I definitely want to come back and try that. Maybe I'll raise my rating if I love it. Meanwhile, I'd recommend considering this at least for the experience, but order ahead and expect a 30-minute wait. Also note that they close at 7pm.

Great food. Unexpected quality and flavor make this a favorite! would highly recommend.read more

Delicious Mexican Food! A hidden gem! Whenever we pass through Glencoe we try to make it a point to…read morestop here. You have to check it out!

This is the best street tacos from a truck in Minnesota. This is a family operated business, they…read moreare always friendly and help fuel the food is amazing. I eat here as often as I can.

These are the best tacos in the state of Minnesota…read more I grew up in MN, but recently moved here from Phoenix where I spent time in Mexico and LA trying plenty of authentic Mexican cuisine. I had the Tacos Al Pastor and they were incredible. I can't recommend this place enough!

We almost walked out because all the seats appeared to be taken, but there are additional tables…read moreand counter space toward the back. I'm so glad that we stayed. We came on a cool Saturday evening, and their menudo and pozole hit the spot. The first bite of the pozole won me over. The pork was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the broth was subtly spicy. The menudo was also good, oilier and spicier. Next to the cash register was a self-serve salsa bar that lent a warm, hospitable vibe to the place. In addition to salsa, it had fresh lettuce, onions, cilantro, and cucumbers. A real plus for those of us who want vegetables! The soups, available only on weekends, come with crisp tostadas heaped with fresh lettuce, tomato, and cheese (cotija, I think). The tostadas were quite filling, and we ended up taking some of the soup home. The staff were friendly and helpful. El Jefe opens up into a commercial space including a bathroom shared by other businesses. The bathrooms were well marked and very clean. El Jefe had everything I wanted for a warm and healthy evening meal. I'll definitely be back.

I've enjoyed food at this location since its days as The Cheese Cave (see my very first yelp…read morereview.) Well, now it is occupied by El Jefe, which began as a food truck and upgrade to restaurant a few years back. Where The Cheese Cave offered contemporary pizza and grilled cheese recipes (ingredients sourced from the titular local Faribault Cheese Caves), El Jefe connects Faribault diners to the traditional cuisine of a Mexican taqueria!!! I have been here an upwards of 10 times over the past two years and always leave satisfied and smiling. Ambiance is very basic, but the food and staff make up for it. My recommendation: stick with the tacos (traditional, classic) or indulge in their fabulous cheese nachos (probably not authentic, but what a treat). Taco ordering walkthrough: 1. How many tacos (3 is filling for me but can eat much more...) 2. Choose meat. I recommend the Al Pastor. All are good though (tripitas is cow stomach lining, but it's good if you're ok with it). 3. They'll ask if you want toppings (raw onion, cilantro and fresh lime). Say "yes." 4. Don't forget to ask for a Jarritos or a Mexican Coke! (I may get sparkling water, which is healthy and refreshing...) 5. Select sauces (multiple). Less spicy to the left. The green salsa is very accessible - not too spicy, quite tangy. 6. Seat yourself Eating at El Jefe is to enjoy very warming, comforting food. And experimenting with different salsas will be enough to please any foodie. This is top two restaurants in Faribault for sure. Taco aficionados ... will probably be relieved to find a good taco fix in the area! But nothing next-level e.g: no regional specialties, not much beyond the standard beef-pork-chicken meats, not a lot of topping variety (no radishes, pineapple); I don't think the tortillas are made fresh (but they are warm and fragrant of course). These are all the sorts of things that might make a 9/10 taco joint a 10/10. El Jefe isn't best tacos of your life or anything, but they are great tacos and one of the best Faribault restaurants.