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Taco Libre

4.0 (223 reviews)
InexpensiveDesserts, Tacos
Open 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Kathy M.

Bomb, bomb BOMB!!! I cannot wait to go back. You order at the counter, and while you wait for your food to be brought out, you can load up on the most delicious variety of salsas, and sauces you could ever imagine! We order the Machete - because you just have to. 18 inches of their masa tortilla filled with meat of choice, lettuce, cheese, and ... magic? There's the thrill of its enormity, but nothing - and I mean NOTHING beats the series of perfect bites you'll experience after it's laid down in front of you. WOW. Thank you Taco Libre for making my dreams come true. *note: we got half Pastor and half Barbacoa. The pastor was 100%/5 stars all the way. The Barbacoa, I would rate a 3. We also got the red pork tamale, which was a solid tamale, but is definitely the less talented sibling on the menu. The chips and queso were a nice addition to our meal - as was the Horchata and Mexican lemonade. And, gosh... the salsas and sauces. Can I get a heeeeeellll yeah?!@ I mean, it was like I had never tasted real salsa before. There is a red smokey one, a green cucumber one, an extremely spicy and creamy green one... there were more, but these were my favorites :) All I've got to say is go get yourself a machete! You can thank me later.

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Monique H.

I spent so much time looking at the menu at Taco Libre because everything sounded ridiculously amazing. After letting several people go ahead of us, we watched this giant folded over taco thing emerge and said, "We need that!" The Machete. It's an 18 inch corn tortilla shaped like a machete filled with your choice of meat, lettuce, cheese, and sour cream. For our inaugural machete, we got half chicken tinga and half carnitas. The tortilla was so crisp and the meat was juicy and tender. I can see why it's one of their most popular dishes. I would get this every time if I didn't want to try all the other items as well. The atmosphere is laid back and service was great. Can't wait to go back!

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6 months ago

The food had no seasoning couldn't really taste anything, but the service wasn't bad and the seating aren't bad at all

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2 years ago

Ordered street tacos, one fish and with mushrooms, and both were fresh and delicious with the right amount of spice. Love the salsa bar too!

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2 years ago

The food is really good, but rather pricy. Expect to pay $20. They take orders touch screens, but if they are down; it won't take Apple Pay.

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Great taste - huge portions - a must stop for our family every time we are in the Minneapolis area!

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Pretty average Mexican place. Cool name. Avg food. I guess it's better than t-bell.

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If you haven't been here, what are you even doing?!…read more My favorite spot for Mexican food is @elburritomercado in St. Paul. You may also recognize their logo at the MN State Fair and their food truck at various events. Overall if you've never been to their actual restaurant and market... you gotta. They have a full market and goods side to find all of your needs to take home and cook. As well as prepared items to bring home, heat and serve. I highly suggest this for taco night at home. Everything is fresh, delicious and made there in house. They have a walk up order area with casual seating, a full sit down restaurant area and an awesome patio. In the warmer months they have their Elotes truck out near the back entrance. The customer service is friendly, welcoming and very helpful if you have questions or need recommendations. I recently was shopping the grab and go deli and was trying to decide what meat to go with and two separate regular shoppers pointed me to some awesome picks so shout out to helpful strangers. I'll pass it along if I see someone staring at the wall of options someday. The staff working the deli window was also extremely helpful in picking out a good salsa heat level and gave a few samples to ensure my decision. Remember always ask for recommendations if you're not sure! My go to items to eat in: Nachos Supremo with chicken (when I want nachos THIS is the dish I want) Burrito Tradicional Churros My favorite grab and go items: El Burrito Mercado Tortilla Chips-these are the best Queso Fundido Nacho Mexican Rice w/veggies Mild Chicken Shredded Beef Ground Beef Guacamole Crema Mexicana Mexican Shredded Melting Cheese Obviously fresh soft tortilla shells are a must here too This place is one I love to point people towards because it's an awesome experience with great food and great people. For more awesome food spots check out the account mallorymademetryitmn on Instagram!

Tacos Tuesday is all you need to know. Favorite tacos are Al Pastor and Barbacoa…read more Grab some empanadas on the way out. If you don't come here on Tuesday then expect around $15 for lunch without a beverage.

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