19 Best Mexican Restaurants near Lake Elmo

“Ordered this through Door Dash. Wow. Amazing! My nephew and I both are obsessed now. We split the birria tacos. He also had a steak taco. I had a carnitas taco. He got guac and chips. All delicious. The sauces were great. Ordering again asap!“

“This has become my favorite coffee shop. Run by a wonderful family. Excellent coffee and other beverages. The spicy Mexican hot chocolate is terrific. I also enjoy the latte and the cappuccino. Baked goods are divine - I especially love the oat bread and the banana bread. Although I have not sampled yet there are also breakfast and lunch items that I can see are popular. Compact seating area that is comfortable and the noise level moderate.“

“Agave Kitchen has firmly established itself as one of my favored dining destinations in Hudson, distinguished by its array of flavorful dishes. The ambiance it provides is suitably versatile, accommodating both professional dinner meetings and casual outings with friends and family. This adaptability, combined with its culinary excellence, underscores the establishment's commitment to creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for a diverse clientele.“

“We've been here for 7+ years since leaving CA. This place made it feel like we were back in Cali. We got a few tacos, pupusas and nachos.First off, their nachos can be for 2!Meat was well prepared and cooked.And their orange hot sauce can be purchased to take home in an 8oz container.Definitely coming back! So glad we found this gem.“

“Quick service. The tortillas on the tacos are a warm golden corn and large for corn. I really appreciate their flavor, feels nourishing. The asada tastes good, it's on the moist side more of a diced meat than long slices. The mild salsa has a little kick at the very end (if black pepper is too spicy this is not for you) but is mild and pleasant.Seems popular with a Mexican crowd(further in their favor), I was in the early side for lunch and they've had steady business.Easy parking.Only negative is that I wish that I had a better idea what their torta would be.“

“One of the best Mexican food restaurants in St paul area.. I like their chimichangas the most .. so delicious and full filling.. the staffs are very friendly and hospitable…My new to go place from now on! Hope they will maintain this standard in the future!Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly“

“Ohhhhhh my Goodnessssss..... the most authentic and amazing food. Their corn quesadilla. Carnitas is amazing freshly made corn quesadilla cheese, melted in to perfection, radishes vegetables, and a fine, seasoned Carnitas or whatever meat you were looking for Cabeza available and more. Roasted jalapeños are so good they make their own green and red sauces and a Sunday buffet you don't have enough room for their huge selection ,my favorite Mexican food in Minnesota.“

“This restaurant is such a hidden gem in White Bear Lake. Staff is attentive, friendly, and hard working. The food was great, and they accommodated our large group wonderfully, in such short notice. Support your local business, you won't be disappointed!“

“I loved it, the place is very nice and also the service was very good and the food, without a doubt, was delicious ? the only exception was the girl who took us to the table, I think she was not in a good mood, but the truth is that she Everything else was great and I would definitely go again.“

“Fabulous fresh produce, grilled meats, and crispy shells! The price is a little high, but I greatly appreciate that I get a healthy bowl or basket of food versus everything being deep-fried at nearly every other Mexican restaurant! My favorites is the spicy pork in a burrito bowl or crispy taco. Get a large container of guacamole for your meal -- so delish!They have ample seating in the back. The few booths have hardwood bench seats, but the tables have cushioned chairs, which my sensitive back appreciates.We arrived around 5pm and were able to place our order within 5 minutes; however, a line quickly formed out the door behind us. Arrive early, if possible!“

“I would say this is one of the best taco/burrito food truck in the STP,Maplewood,Oakdale area.I have tried most of them all and alway come back to this one.The steak are actual steaks, not ground beef, it has flavor and you can actually taste the flavor in the sauce.“

“The hard shell tacos were crunchy and were not soggy on the bottom from grease. I also had the Mexican pizza, which was also crunchy. It has been a long time since I was at a Taco Bell, and I found it was a whole lot less greasy. I really enjoyed my “

“Stopped in with my wife because we happened to be in Stillwater at dinner time. We started with margueritas, which were excellent, a perfect balance of citrus, alcohol, and salt. We also ordered tortilla chips with tomatillo guacamole. The guacamole was superior—fresh and chunky and garnished with cilantro and radish. The chips were very crisp. I had the pork asado tacos. They were spicy, but so delicious, among the best I've ever had anywhere. The wait staff were attentive and pleasant, and the ambience was casual and welcoming.“

“The vibe is perfect the location is very nice an open the atmosphere is perfect I feel this restaurant will take off the food was amazing not a single complaint first time trying this place and they just got a Regular I will be coming back for sure I recommend the Birra taco plate Asada Quesadilla and the carnita nachos you will not be disappointed I cannot stress enough how good the food was“

“Amazing food and service couldn’t get enough of the tacos and the Mexican street corn was AMAZING! Service was also good, I was brought a water as soon as I sat down. I loved the music and furniture, very good place would eat here again and again :)“

“Definitely check this place out! We've been here a couple of time, always in the winter for some reason, and have never been let down! The service from the hostess, to the servers, the bartenders and the manager Travis that checked in on us were all extremely friendly and accommodating as we had our 3 little ones with us. This bar/restaurant has a very cozy and warm feeling (I absolutely love being able to take my coat off and not freeze in a restaurant in Minnesota winters). There is an awesome wood burning fireplace that really adds to it's charm. If that's not enough there's a large selection of local artwork throughout each room.There's a huge outdoor patio for all your warmer weather dining needs and it is dog friendly! Rumor has it this summer they will be offering a doggy menu for possible "Yappy Hour"specials!Back to the food, it's amazing! The menu is the perfect size to offer a great variety without compromising quality and taste. We had the 100% Angus burgers that were cooked to perfection and served with perfectly seasoned fries. The buffalo wing appetizers were cooked to have a slightly crispy outside and juicy inside without being sloppy like other wing establishments. We didn't have the fajitas but saw and smelled multiple orders of them whiz by us and will definitely be back to try them.There are plenty of beers on tap and a full bar that will have anything you might have a taste for. I had a blood orange margarita and it was spot on! Coincidentally that happens to be the only picture I took of our meal.“

“Finally got to try this place after my family kept raving about it. The food was very delicious, and portion size was large and filling. The horchata and flan were excellent. The service was great as well. I can't wait to come back!!“

“Newly remodeled and honestly tastes a bit better than what I remember. Unlike another particular chain that serves Tacos this place probably won't remove fan favorite items from their menu every so often. I would give a solid 5/5 but it seems like prices went up and servings got smaller.“

“I highly recommend this restaurant! They have fast and efficient service with incredibly delicious food. When I go to the mall I already know that I’m going to head here for some huaraches, taco tortas, and fresh watermelon water. I definitely recommend this place to everyone who likes great food!“