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This is a review for the food truck on Lyndale. This was delicious! We ordered a pork street taco, a carne quesadilla and a cabeza burrito. The food was delicious! Each was a hearty portion, moist and flavorful. The street tacos are pretty small so I'd say for a full meal, you should order at least 4. read more

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Had carne Asada and Al pastor tacos, they were great, though a bit pricey - they're traditional street taco size (smaller) and a bit pricey to me at $3.50 each. read more

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This is a review for the Taco Taxi food truck on the corner of Lagoon and Emerson: The tacos are the perfect snack or meal for cheap. Currently at $2.50 per street taco, you have the option of carne asada, pollo, al pastor or cabeza. They also have other traditional Mexican street foods such as burritos, quesadillas, and tortas. I opted for the carne asada and they were delicious. The corn tortillas were fresh, the beef was flavorful but not dry, and they gave me a lime on the side which really helped enhance the flavor. Keep in mind, they are street tacos which are smaller than you may be used to. For a meal, I'd recommend ordering 4-5 to be full. read more

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Hallie O.

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The food was good. I got a chicken quesadilla, rice, and beans. However, the inside of their restaurant was somewhat dirty and didn't feel welcoming to sit down and eat. I also don't believe there is any free parking. From what I could tell there was only paid Street parking available. read more

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Had to be in Minneapolis for a week and it's safe to say I had to visit Taco Taxi a few times during my entire stay ... one of the only late night spots for legit tacos .... Whole in the wall place with some interesting people watching outside ... But what matters is what was going on inside ... the tacos were legit .. Hell the birria was amazing even on a hot 80 degree night... Full of flavor and excellent and good price. . If I ever have to VA back in the area... taco taxi will get another visit from me . read more

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They always have amazing tacos! This place is always reliable and open late for amazing food that you'd pay for during the day as well as late at night. I'd recommend any of their tortas or tacos (except taco americano - I've never had it but you'd be missing out if you went out here and didn't pick any of their authentic options). Classic food truck with a cool style as a taxi and always great service! read more

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Taco Taxi is one of many taquerias in the Phillips area of Minneapolis. To be honest, as a Chicago transplant I haven't been that impressed with most of the Mexican fast food here. Taco Taxi is one of the better ones, and I've never walked away disappointed. The tacos always hit the spot and are prepared authentically. Tortas here are on point -- not extraordinary, but never disappointing. And the burritos here are good lord the biggest in the area (do not order unless hungry). read more

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A good part of Lake Street in south Minneapolis has really become a Little Mexico enclave with a lot of culture and great food in recent years. Taco Taxi is one of the many local, hole-in-the-wall spots for authentic street tacos, burritos and other tasty treats. No Tex-Mex stuff here. I'm not sure I can say it is better or worse than any of the other little places in the area but there are a couple of things that made it stand out in my mind during my lunch visit. First, it's bright yellow exterior and catchy name draw you in like moth to flame. Once in, I noted that it was not as crowded as some other places. That may be because it is a little more to the east and I think that the other places get more pedestrian traffic from the midtown market area workers. That makes this great for a quick in and out lunch without lines. Second, their prices are about $1 less than other shops for a decent burrito. I think that the portions here are a bit smaller too but I kind of like that since you can eat a delicious lunch for well under $10 here and not waddle out feeling like you just took down an entire side of beef. That often happens at some of the other places and I spend the afternoon in a post-lunch semi-coma which is kind of non-productive. Finally, their lengua was outstanding. Beefy, tender, really tasty and very much like pot roast wrapped in a tortilla with cilantro and onion. Salsa rojo on the side was plenty flavorful and had a nice heat to it. They threw in a freebie grilled jalapeño with my order when I asked for a Chile Toreado which was nice since other places have charged me up to another $1 for this added gut grenade. Definitely no complaints about the food although I can't really say that I prefer it over any other local shop but it sure is nice to have a lot of great options in this area. Minneapolis is really lucky to have a growing ethnic food scene and Taco Taxi is a very affordable part of that. Definitely recommend giving them a try! read more

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Normally I go to the Taco Taxi Truck just a few blocks east of this store front, but once in a while it's just too darn cold to be outside. As far as I can tell, the tacos are the same...but inside they are a tad more expensive. Are we paying a surcharge for heat? Well ok, that makes sense. These tacos, tho. They are my favorite cheap tacos. Anytime I'm on East Lake Street, I stop by. They keep too, so if you're not hungry get some for lunch tomorrow. read more

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Soooooooo many options for Mexican food options on Lake Steet! Taco Taxi is one of my top choices. As someone from California, this meets my standard of what makes a good taco. One great perk about this places, it is open til 2am. Parking is a tad challenging. When you walk in you get the tacos smell and it makes you want to salivate instantly. I appreciate that Taco Taxi's menus are made simple as it's just the cuts of meat they sell and how do you want your meat. I only get the tacos here they are 2.25 per taco, which is okay. On the tacos it is two tortillas, meat, onion, and cilantro. My favor cuts to get is the carne asada and lengua. The carne asada is flavorful and the lengua is favorful as well as soft. They offer two types of salsas and personally the green sauce is my choice. I also get the horchata too which is a nice touch to the tacos. I usually eat one as they are fresh then eat the rest at home. Something to note that they have a credit card minimum, so have cash on hand to make it is easy. I love taco taxi! I will be coming back to get my taco fix! read more

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Jay C.

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Let me start by saying in know way am I the street taco guru.But...... I KNOW A GOOD TACO WHEN I SEE ONE. Hands down the best 2 bites on Lake street. Yes I said 2 bites, very small tacos. I believe each one is priced under $2.00 so grab 4. Nice staff, very fast service. A great south Minneapolis Gem. read more

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Maggie A.

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My favorite Mexican food in the Twin Cities! My aunt and brother have been on a taco tour of the twin cities trying all tacos they can and Taco Taxi remains the best rated by them! The chicken burrito is amazing. It's big enough to share if you're not starving. I'd also recommend the steak tacos! read more

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Starr L.

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Broken rickety tables Dirty Unwelcoming environment No chips No salsa bar Given 1 type of salsa (I guess this is all they had) Pastor - dry Asada- dry no flavor Pollo - dry - moderate flavor Rice - extremely dry- barely ate Frijoles - the best thing I had 1 Star extra given cuz the salsa was good... too bad there was no chips to make dip it in - by that would have meant I had even a dryer mouth from eating the food. I won't go back- still on the hunt ... read more

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Hima M.

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As much as I wanted to love this place ($1.75 for each taco!), I've had better tacos in the Twin Cities. 1. Staff: incredibly friendly! You order at the counter and they call your name when your food is ready. 2. Environment: small interior, few tables which can be cleaned better. No bathroom. 3. Food: I had the pastor tacos and my friend had their vegetarian burrito. Food was average. Flavors were lacking in the burrito. The pastor tacos tasted good but not great. Overall, the price is unbeatable but the food could be better. read more

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Cali N.

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Fairly priced, decent tacos, good service. Lengua is my favorite because it is soft, and comparable to my fav taco spots in Little village Chicago. Asada and cabeza were decent. I wouldn't recommend the al pastor - a little dry, lacking in flavor. The tortillas are packaged, not house made, and you can taste it. They crumble a little bit. read more

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Mark S.

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Fine in a pinch and they're open late which is nice. Expensive for what you get though and for the same price there's better taco stands on Lake. read more

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Really shitty customer service experience today called asked for plain tacos they said no and when we asked why they said no then hung up the phone. Amazing food usually depending on staff it's a hit or miss there sauce is the only thing good about the place in my opinion. Been a regular for about a year now communication on the phone has always been horrible they have a small area can't really eat in the store without being harassed by beggers. Overall decent food ,horrible service, small compacted space, no parking spaces either. Was a regular for about a year and a half now not worth the drive or the money to be treated like that. Do yourself favor and go to Los Ocampos it's right down the corner. Absolute recommend read more

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Lina K.

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Amazing tacos at a very good price! Love to go here Just wish they were closer to me !

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We flew in from WA one time, and found this gem super late at night! It was delicious!

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Viviana O.

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The beans were tasty, they had a nice jalapeño kick. The rice was ok, a little overcooked and dry. Not all menus were updated so I ended up paying $5 for both instead of $2.50 like the menu I ordered from said; the cashier was slightly rude when I pointed that out. read more

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Hannah W.

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Pretty good tacos for the price. Would like to go back a try more. Worth waiting in the cold.

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Sitha K.

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Because it's Tuesday, it's only right that we had tacos for a late lunch. We have tried many tacos from the suburbs to the city and this is probably the best one we've had in minneapolis. I mean in comparison to California--- this is it. The Mexican burrito was stuffed with tons of meat ( if that's what you like) and for only $7.95! So if you're on lake street or Minneapolis and you're headed towards chipotle, reroute yourself, your belly and mouth will thank you it was such a huge burrito. Even after eating three tacos, I still managed to finish his burrito.. because it was that good. I'm never cheating on taco taxi ever! Unless I'm in Mexico or California read more

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Derek H.

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Best tacos in Minneapolis. Get the lengua. Even if you've never had lengua, just trust me. Perfect.

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Kimberly T.

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Late night taco cravings are so real...and on this particular Saturday night at 1am, they sounded like the perfect fix. East Lake Street is full of taco places, so I wanted to see if there would be anything about Taco Taxi that would stand out. I got two tacos: the asada and al pastor. We got them to go, and to be honest, there wasn't a lot to rave about. I've had much better authentic tacos at other places. I liked the asada taco, but the al pastor taco fell short for me. The sauce didn't have much of a spicy kick to it like I expected it would, but it helped the dryness of the tacos. With that being said, it wasn't bad but don't expect that your experience here will blow all others out of the water. At $1.95 per taco, the prices are very reasonable, but that goes for most taco places. If you want to try Taco Taxi, there's plenty of other options on the menu as well, so I'd say to give it a shot! There's street parking right outside of Taco Taxi and the staff members are such nice people! read more

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Maddy L.

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Love this place and great price. I have only been to the food truck but it's fire. I would recommend.

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Rose M.

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On a mission to find the best and most authentic tacos on lake street. Started here with Taco Taxi in the Kmart parking lot. No frills authentic Mexican street tacos on a taco truck. $1.75/taco. You have 4 choices--cabeza, carne asada, chicken, or pork. I chose the cabeza & asada. Plenty of meat in the little street food style corn tortilla but both were a bit dry. Came with cilantro, onion, & lemon slices (typically it's lime). read more

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Julie S.

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I am so happy that we came here on the taco crawl! I don't know that I would have ever stopped in otherwise. What a shame that would have been. The space is nothing fancy. It is a counter and a few Formica tables. The food is inexpensive and fantastic though! I went with Ashley F's recommendation for sopes con pollo (yes, I realize it was a "taco" crawl). So yummy! The sopes were nice and fresh. The chicken was tender and nicely seasoned. Lettuce, tomato, sour cream, onions and the tastiest salsa topped it off. Two of them were under $4. Deal of the day! I agree with Sarah P, I wish there was beer but I guess that can be fixed by utilizing the "taxi" part of the establishment. I just don't know how I could eat $15 worth! read more

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Street tacos were excellent. I found the selection of meats. I found the food to be very authentic well prepared and fresh read more

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I happened upon the Taco Taxi food truck while walking to midtown from the LRT. I grabbed a chicken and a pork taco, and really enjoyed both. The sauce that comes with the tacos is well worth a big splash, it's got a lot of great flavour and a hint of heat. Liked that the soft taco shells were just a touch crispy too. It was a fantastic first bite of Minneapolis. read more

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Now I love love this street tacos, ME ENCANTAN.!!!.. They are very authentic street tacos and they always here in the same location, I like them because they use the small tortilla and very tender, I had steak tacos "Tacos de Asada" and I just love them I he's red sauce OMG super good. Each taco is $1.50. read more

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Ngoc N.

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I've been reading about how good Taco Taxi is, and I finally got to experience it. My problem when I was there is that I personally haven't spent too much time around Spanish and true Mexican food, so I was slightly confused as what to eat. I played it safe and just ordered tacos. Next time, I won't be so caught off guard and read more reviews for research so I can order more stuff. Anywho, the place has no ambience but I've never cared that much for ambience. I'm all about the food. The mexican-style tacos I got were delish! The ingredients were super fresh and tasted oh-so-good in my mouth. Not to mention I only spent a few dollars. I don't think I can ever be satisfied eating American-style tacos again. Cheap but good food is always going to top my list! read more

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Donald H.

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Y'all don't even sell tacos on DoorDash or any other app I ordered and you stole my money and said, "there's nothing I can do for you too bad!" Rude as all hell and there is much better tacos all over, like the west side of my city, Saint Paul! Learn manners and how to run a taco business. read more

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Julianne C.

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I'd heard this place had great tacos and I am obsessed with authentic tacos so I had to stop by. It's definitely no-frills and has a limited but solid menu, although they don't have guacamole if that's what you're craving. Their tacos are delicious and high quality at a good price. The only thing I would have wanted was a selection of salsas as the tacos came with only one salsa that had a smoky flavor. read more

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I quite liked Taco Taxi. The bright interior is festive and fun. I had two carne asada tacos and they were tasty. Fresh cilantro and salsa gave it a kick. The beans were good, but I've had better rice. I compare everything to my grandma's so nothing's ever quite as good. The staff were friendly enough and the food came out plenty quick. I'm looking forward to trying the other restaurants along Lake Street. read more

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Keit O.

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This tiny place is so great. Ran in for a super quick dinner 10 minutes before a show at the HOTB across the street (genius, right) and got the pork pastor quesadilla and tacos. Food was out in 3-4 minutes--hot, fresh, and with generous sides! Scarfed it down and made it to the show on time, with leftovers in a fancy compostable box. The only thing I felt bad about was when we handed them the used plates over the counter like a bunch of idiots. Turns out the bus tray was just around the corner, d'oh! read more

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This place is the real deal. Yummy meat piled high on the grill. Tacos flying out the door.

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1511 E Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
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(612) 722-3293
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http://tacotaximn.com

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Hours

What time does Taco Taxi open?

Taco Taxi opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Taco Taxi close?

Taco Taxi closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Taco Taxi closes at 3:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Fri-Sat 10:00 AM - 3:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Taco Taxi take credit cards?

Yes, Taco Taxi takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Taco Taxi have catering options?

Yes, Taco Taxi does have catering options.

Does Taco Taxi serve alcohol?

No, Taco Taxi does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Taco Taxi have TVs?

Yes, Taco Taxi has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Taco Taxi have bike parking?

Yes, Taco Taxi has bike parking.

Does Taco Taxi have outdoor seating?

No, Taco Taxi does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Taco Taxi have parking?

Yes, Taco Taxi has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Taco Taxi have free WiFi?

No, Taco Taxi does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Taco Taxi's specialty is "tacos al pastor" which are corn tortillas filled with marinated rotisserie pork kept juicy from fresh pineapple and topped with onions, cilantro, and hot sauce. Tacos al Pastor is a dish typical of Southern Mexico, where the owner's family is originally from.

History

Established in 2005.

Taco Taxi opened in 2005 at the current location 1511 E Lake Street. The owner came from Los Angeles to bring a little bit of sunshine to the state of Minnesota. After working for years in quick-order lunch carts and restaurants, his skills with quick Mexican food were well-developed.

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6.0 mi

If you're even thinking about tacos, just go to Andale Taqueria Tacos--seriously…read more These are hands down the most delicious tacos I've ever had. The flavors are insanely fresh, the meat is perfectly seasoned, and every bite just hits. You can tell they actually care about the quality here. The tortillas? Soft and legit. The toppings? Simple but perfect. It's the kind of place where you take one bite and immediately know you'll be back. Even Guy Fieri stopped by and gave it high praise--and he was absolutely right. Easily a 10/10. This spot just raised my taco standards.

After living in Mexico for a bit I've always been on the lookout for authentic tacos and this has…read moreto be the closest I've come to finding that flavor. Their tacos are sooo good they almost made me cry the first time I tried them, and their guac... just omg. Everything tastes fresh and packed with flavor you can tell they really care about what they're making. Honestly, it just hits the spot and I would come back a million times just for this.

2.1 mi•Downtown Minneapolis

Chicken Tamal

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Habanero Tacos Grill

4.5(30 reviews)

Consistently the best tacos al pastor and habanero salsas I've had in town. Can't wait to go back!read more

Great food, good prices. Awesome people. Ambiance is a good time too…read more I would definitely recommend this place!

Birria

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Habanero Taco Truck

Centro

4.0(381 reviews)

3.8 mi•Northeast

Centro on Quincy St definitely passed the afternoon vibe check. The soft serve margaritas were…read moreAHMAZING -- smooth, refreshing, and perfect for a daytime outing. The tacos weren't bad either, flavorful and satisfying without being too heavy. What really stood out was the service. Everyone was beyond awesome, friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel easy and welcoming. Good drinks, good food, good energy all around.

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.

Quesadilla

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Gogo juice (espresso) and Holly Dolly Christmas Mule

Taqueria y Birrieria las Cuatro Milpas

4.3(189 reviews)

0.1 mi•Phillips

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!!!!

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Birria Lamb Tacos with Beef Broth.

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El Sazon Cocina & Tragos

4.7(73 reviews)

3.4 mi•Southwest

El Sazon is amazing and a gem in the community…read more This is everything you want in a small business in your local community, a feeling like you're going over a relatives home. Exceptional, personal service, passionate cooking, warm and inviting atmosphere. The owners Chef Cristian and wife Karen are absolutely amazing and the sweetest. I'd been previously for various events, but this was the first trip just for a casual pop in and dinner. Went for nachos as a table, I snagged a birria burrito bowl, and we had a churro cheesecake for dessert. Chefs, absolute, kiss. You can taste the passion. There's a lot in the back for parking, and pricing is more than fair if not, a killer value in my opinion. Definitely check them out!

I'm not exaggerating when I say the shrimp burrito at El Sazón might have altered the course of my…read morelife. I've eaten a lot of burritos around Minneapolis, St. Paul, Eagan--you name it--but nothing has ever come close to this masterpiece. The only hiccup was the ordering process. They really want you to order through a QR code, which threw me off for a second. It's not the most intuitive setup, and I definitely had a "wait... am I doing this right?" moment. But once the order was in, everything turned around fast. The service was smooth, friendly, and the food came out quicker than I expected. And that shrimp burrito? Unreal. The tortilla was warm and perfectly toasted, the sauce had that rich, savory kick that makes you pause mid‑bite, and the shrimp... there were so many I genuinely lost count. No filler, no fluff--just pure shrimp glory from start to finish. If you're anywhere near Minneapolis and even remotely into shrimp, get yourself to El Sazón. That burrito deserves its own fan club.

Design on their wall

Steak meal

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Hola Arepa

4.3(1.2k reviews)

1.3 mi

Hola Arepa had a line out the door and for good reason. The food that was offered was one of the…read morebest things I had on my trip to Minneapolis, and also one of the most unique. Served on a warm cornmeal griddle cake and some Yuca fries to go along with it, it is full of flavor. All of the Arepas looked delicious and you cannot go wrong with what you pick. The drinks were also very good and I enjoyed the Horchata Painkiller. It was very busy inside, with an orange tint from the heaters above. However if you go during winter, cold is the last thing you will be. If anything we were almost too warm! If you go, just know that as it is popular, tables are close together and it is a little noisy, but all those are just signs of a well loved establishment

The food was so dry and no flavor. The drinks were so…read morestrong and not even good. I wish I could leave a better review but I'm disappointed, I had to most of my arepa and my whole drink. Waste of money

Slow Roasted Pork Arepa

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Fizzy festives cocktail

Colita

4.4(611 reviews)

4.1 mi•Southwest

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It's Taco Tuesday and I was craving Mexican food, but I didn't just wanna go to the type of place…read moreyou think of when "Mexican" is brought up... I'm fancy, so I wanted something a bit more upscale. I did a little bit of research and wouldn't you know it... Colita came up. So here's how it went! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set south of downtown and a bit west of The Mall of America on Penn Avenue is this gem. There is no private parking lot, but plenty of street parking to leave your fly ride. But once you walk up to the restaurant you can immediately understand the message they're trying to send. Everything looks so modern, straightforward with straight lines, grey colors and light woods. There is a small outdoor section where you can dine if you get lucky enough to land a spot there. Inside carries a very similar style with a little nod to the pueblos and architecture of the southwest. The decor is minimalistic and the "loudest" thing in the room is the live plant wall seated directly behind the bar, which was super cool. Service: I can't remember who took care of us, but we had no issues whatsoever. Food/Drink: I was able to try so many different dishes and drinks here and the list is below... : Xochitl In Love : La Clandestina : Tuna Tostada : Chicken Tinga Tostada : Seared Scallops : Tlayuda : Colita Old Fashioned : Lamb Barbacoa Tacos : Duck Tamal However, my favorite things were the Lamb Barbacoa Tacos, Duck Tamal and Seared Scallops, in that order. The food here is phenomenal, the drinks are excellently crafted and things are served tapas style so you don't get too full off of just one thing! Order a whole bunch of stuff and share with the table! Value: As I mentioned earlier, I wanted upscale and the priced dddooo reflect that. Lol. This is a nice place so be prepared to spend... Like you're downtown somewhere. In conclusion, I loved this place and I will come back over and over. Check this place out the next time you're in the area!

Been to Colita a few times, great meal every time. The latest visit was with my best friend, we had…read morea fun dinner catching up over delicious food. The Tostadas (one order of the Tuna and one order of the Charred Eggplant) were on point. The shrimp tacos and corn elote were yummy too. The Churros were amazing! - A great way to cap off a nice meal. Lucky to have such a great restaurant so close to where we live - my best friend and I both walked to the restaurant because of the snow.