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.

The best nachos! I used to work within walking distance and I'm sad I don't get this regularly…read moreanymore

A California transplant that grew up around great tacos joints in Inglewood, Huntington Park and La…read morePlazita Olvera. Now living in Chicago - we have some decent places to compete. Don't get me wrong. But todays offering from my brother in law while visiting here in Minnesota - delicious!!!!! Had the tacos de asada, tacos de carnitas (my fav) and the esquite. Yiy must try - tienen que probar.

Came to La Casita for a team lunch and ordered the chili verde burrito and some sides of their…read morehottest salsa, their lunch prices are really reasonable and the food was really tasty! I ended up ordering another burrito to go to bring back for my husband who also really enjoyed it. I wish there was a location closer to the south metro, but if we are ever in the area for lunch La Casita will be on our short list for places to eat. The service was great too, no notes!

Roseville chain Mexican Restaurant with the family for a pre Christmas gathering…read more Great service - it was packed Good food your typical midwest Mexican fare always lots of queso. Street tacos are solid Big Burrito is good Green enchiladas solid Steady choice for the area

Soft serve margaritas were amazing! I like how they have different flavors food and appetizers…read morefelt fresh and super tasty. Staff were welcoming and made sure we had a great experience. Good ambiance if you want something lowkey but good vibes

This was first time at this location but my second time getting Centro. We went on a Saturday night…read moreand got a table right away but it wasn't cleaned off yet. You seat yourself so most people were snagging whatever spot they could get. You order at a QR code so there isn't actually a server. They had water you grab yourself but it was on the other side of the bar and not in an obvious location. So just be aware that it is there but you might need to look for it. The food came quick. My friend got the cool ranch wrap and chips and queso. I got the cool ranch wings. Their chips and queso is very good although I could do without the onions and jalapeño on top. The wings were alright. I wasn't really getting that cool ranch flavor and it tasted more just like your standard dry rub. I wasn't a fan of the ranch itself. My friend didn't care for her wrap as it was cold and she felt that the chicken was actually raw/undercooked. She also didn't get any cool ranch flavor come through: Not sure if I'd recommend this place or need to come back but I have had their quesadillas which were good and I did like their queso.

I'm in shock that I always drive by doing Trader Joe's shopping or Target runs and never have…read morestopped before for dinner. Now that I live in the area I am so thankful that a food truck that serves authentic Mexican food is here ! You don't have authentic food in this Shoreview area really. All you have is chipotle and Pancheros Mexican grill which did not pass the test for good food. Here you have a wide selection of meat choices: Beef: ASADA( beef steak), BARBACOA (Beef cooked in guajillo sauce and spices with the house recipe "not spicy"), cabeza (Beef head), LENGUA, (Beef tongue), SUADERO (Beef skirts), and CECINA PORK: PASTOR (Beef skirt), CARNITAS (Deep fried pork) CHORIZO (Mexican sausage) CHICHARRON EN SALSA VERDE (Crackling pork cooked with tomatillo) CHICKEN: POLLO(Grill chicken breast) TINGA (Chicken marinated with chipotle sauce and jalapeños Trust me it's so hard to find a place that makes lengua tacos which are by far my favorite. I love that the order of tacos comes with slices of cucumber because it's something refreshing to munch on at the end or whenever. The tacos had flavor and the portions were pretty good definitely not small tacos. The enchiladas were delicious and had some spicynes to it which my mom would approve of. Service is always always great and you have the option of calling and placing an order, coming to the place and ordering or doing a door dash order. There is a picnic table at the side if you want to eat these as well. I honestly can't wait to come here in the morning and check out their breakfast menu.

Love this place. Have eaten there twice now and tried nearly every type of taco. Not a single one…read moredisappointed. Very authentic Mexican street tacos with traditional meat selections. Served with cilantro, onion and lime as it should be. Prices are reasonable. It's a great location right off the freeway and by tons of business and hotels. It's. A taco truck with a picnic table next to it that you could eat at in a pinch but I'd really recommend this place only for pickup. Doordash is an option too. Hope this place sticks around. Nothing like it in the area.

Loved our lunch here! I'd heard amazing things about their pupusas so we made this our lunch stop…read moreon a day out. SPACE There are a surprising amount of tables in this bright and colorful restaurant! It may seem small from the outside, but there's probably 10 tables for in-store dining. I love the painted murals of El Salvador and decor! SERVICE You can do counter service for takeout, or they have full service for dining in. Our server was wonderful and helped with recs. DRINKS You can get margaritas, beer, and other drinks here, but our minds were set on aguas frescas. Their tamarindo and jamaica were AMAZING! Must try. FOOD We got their: - chips and salsa - free at the table for dine-in - birria pupusas plate - must have! Delicious. Or any of the pupusas. - tacos - multiple meats. Also so good! - salvadorian tamale - with chicken Highly recommend!

Delicious fusion of Mexican and Salvadoran food! The birria flautas were to die for and really soak…read moreup the sauce even better than tacos. The tacos and tamal were also delicious with meat cooked nicely and fresh toppings and flavorful sauces. The staff here is wonderful and the inside is casual and fun. We also had a tamarindo and Jamaica drink and they were fresh and tasty, we especially enjoyed the tamarindo.

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!!!!

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...

So good love the carnitas scratch that the best carnitas I've ever had. Service was great let us in…read more5 minutes before closing with smiles. Will come back.

Went here for lunch today. The parking is not great as it is street parking, though I later heard…read morethere may be a parking lot in the back. Front entry is handicapped accessible, but the curb doesn't have a ramp. The restaurant is clean, the staff is friendly and helpful. The food was really good. I had a torta and it was yummy and came with lots of meat. Plenty of food for me to have more for lunch tomorrow! You order at the counter and the food is brought to you. Would definitely recommend, and we will come back.

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.