1. El Taco Riendo
9.1
2412 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
Mexican Restaurant · Northeast Minneapolis · 51 tips and reviews
Heavy Table: The tinga de pollo taco – shredded chicken spiced with smoky chipotle pepper and tomato sauce – is near perfection here. Read more.
City Pages: Their tinga del pollo was voted as the Best Taco by City Pages in 2011! With shredded chicken saturated in a smoky chipotle sauce, these tacos are excellent, and only $2.15 each!
Heavy Table: Try the tinga de pollo: beautifully prepared, shredded chicken spiced with smoky chipotle pepper and tomato sauce. The pepper brings just enough heat; onion, cilantro, salsa verde, and lime add zip. Read more.
Michael May: Fish tacos were delicious. Grilled green beans as a side were amazing (especially with a little fresh lime squeezed on top). Great, fresh tomato salsa, too.
marky sparkly: Happy hour margaritas are fantastic! 3-5pm and 8-9pm
Cheapism: Bright colors, interesting sculptures, and large paintings decorate this authentic Mexican restaurant. Take a break from the market and try the Carne Asada ($10.99) or the combo for a $1 more. Read more.
8. Red Cow
8.8
3624 W 50th St (Drew Ave S.), Minneapolis, MN
Burger Joint · Fulton · 106 tips and reviews
Josh Chambers: 60/40 with a gluten free bun is delicious. Sweet potato fries have gluten, so stick with the normal fries if you need GF. Cocktails can be excellent - especially Basil McRae (Gin-based).
Patrick Hodgdon: You are a fool if you don't order the cheese curds. Lightly battered but perfectly crispy, with an extra gooey center and served with a sweet triple berry ketchup. Even better than at the State Fair!
City Pages: The bison burger is well seasoned & served with creamy goat cheese & fig slivers. The veggie burger: a spicy, curry-seasoned patty that's crispy on the outside and creamy and tender on the inside.
9. Crooked Pint Ale House
7.9
501 South Washington Avenue (5th Ave. S), Minneapolis, MN
Pub · Downtown West · 65 tips and reviews
Rachel LaCount: Shepherd's pie is amazing!! Extremely flavorful and filling.
Amara Duray: Went in for lunch today, I ordered the hangover lucy but got a blucy but no biggie, it was good. I'm now in love with Crispin cider. I'll definitely go back... And make sure I get the right burger
Kyle Cannon: This could be the new place for Vikes games. Tv is sweet.
10. Taqueria La Hacienda
7.1
1515 E Lake St #104 (Bloomington Avenue), Minneapolis, MN
Mexican Restaurant · Phillips · 5 tips and reviews
Linda Leeson: Carnitas to die for. Soft tacos are great-squeeze the lime.
City Pages: This taqueria has been making some of the best tacos in town since they arrived on the taco scene in 1999. Tacos clock in at $1.85 apiece, with the menu housing the usual line-up of meat options. Read more.
Matthew Saint-Germain: Best tortillas possible, always fresh and warm and super cheap. ¡Increíble!
Tau Watts: The "Everything" is good here from the atmosphere to the people, great local Minneapolis(Whittier neighborhood dive) i will come here, the rest of my life Cheers!
Mpls.St.Paul Magazine: Mpls.St.Paul Magazine editors’ pick for best late-night menus, greasy spoon.
Carter Peterson: This place has it all. American, Mexican, a batshit crazy wait staff that you can't help but love. Basically picture Mexican Perkins. A true staple to the uptown living experience.
13. Barrio Tequila Bar
7.5
925 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown West · 123 tips and reviews
Carrie Brown: Excellent guacamole. Good people watching on the patio.
City Pages: Brush up on your high school Spanish skills while conversing with bartender Eddie over his signature "Everyday Eddie" drink. This fruity Avión Tequila cocktail will have you shouting "¡delicioso!"
Liz Giel: If you like great food & drinks with incredibly bad service, this is the place for you! Used to love Barrio, but the past few times I've gone have been awful. Hit up Masa instead.