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    4.4 (613 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Lundon B.

    Churros and chicken tostadas are a must. The shrimp tostadas are good but could have used a little more flavor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The plate you eat the churros on is not flat and we all kept tipping the plate to one side while cutting the churro.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We would get the wagyu beef skewer again. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is simple but enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Mexican Coke,  Rosas, Fried Green Tomato Salad, CORN ELOTE
    Hannah P.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Colita has a light atmosphere, drawing from elements of nature to create a light ambiance; they have gorgeous natural sunlight from their large windows and an abundance of foliage.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They are upscale, Americanized Mexican food with inventive dishes playing on traditional Mexican dishes. I loved the Rosas drink on the Zero Proof drink menu, it was the perfect combination of sweet and refreshing. From someone who loves elote, Colita's version is decent, served as esquites. Aguachile is really good, it was very light and fresh. Fried green tomato salad was decent, not nearly enough tomato's however, I wouldn't order again. There was one small tomato cut in fourths on the salad. Lamb barbacoa tacos were excellent, rich and tender. Churros were the star of the show, might've been best churros I've had! You could tell they were made fresh and were perfectly sweet and cinnamon spiced. I dined here this past July & the server was very helpful and attentive, the host was accommodating to our requests.

    Great food! Small plates Mexican restaurant near Edina. Unique menu and flavors. Worth the stop! We got: corn elote, tyaluda- refried bean tostada, tempura shrimp taco, chicken tinga, and a Gordita. We both had a pineapple beer (can't recall the name). Would definitely go again!

    Tuna Tostada: raw tuna, avocado, sesame, tomato jam, cilantro, celery leaf
    Ingi E.

    Went back for an early dinner to have our faves recently and they were as delicious as ever. Lamb barbacoa tacos & tuna tostadas - yum! Weird service experience seemed like a one off (at least I hope so!) I felt pretty rushed although the place was pretty calm (as in collecting plates while I'm holding and eating a taco + asking to bring the check while I'm mid-chew). We were in and out in 30 minutes, for better or worse!

    Appetizers MASA  & GUAC
    Sidney B.

    The food was delicious and the service was top notch! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We got there early and the place filled up quick.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a casual, fun restaurant with good drinks and good food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a bit dark in there and the noise level picked up a bit, nothing I would complain about![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely hoping to return.

    PORK CHILORIO TACOS
    Alexie S.

    Love this place! I went with my bestie to celebrate her law school graduation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the plant wall behind the bar and the big open windows.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was pretty busy so make a reservation, but I feel that they served us promptly. Also -- best taco I have ever had. I will definitely be coming back!

    MASA  & GUAC

    You will need a reservation but we still had to wait for about 20min. I think they over booked. They also where slow in seating people. We saw tables ready for seating but they stayed empty for 5-10minutes. Food was excellent, no question. But overall Service was also very slow. We spent 2 hours 30minutes in there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was packed and it was very very noisy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Cauliflower tostada.
    Scott N.

    2nd time eating at Colita, with my wife on Valentine's Day. We shared four items. The Grilled Caesar was excellent and with a delicious flavor. The Roasted Sweet Potato was our favorite, with a rich remoulade greatly enhancing the potatos. I had the Lamb Barbacoa Tacos, which I liked, and my wife had the Cauliflower Tostadas which she also liked. The entire menu is full of choices that appeal to us so we look forward to a return visit.

    CORN ELOTE
    Yasiri N.

    I've been to Colita one other time with some friends and left wanting more! I visited again and tried a variety of appetizers and dishes. The elote is great! Has a chipotle flavor but not spicy or overpowering. Very tasty and has a fresh feeling while eating. I would recommend if you've never tried Mexican corn, you'll like it! The masa and chips were really good! They give you the guacamole and 2 other dipping salsas, all were great. The color of the guacamole was beautiful! The shrimp tacos were great! I've had them before and wanted to try them again, did not disappoint. Seared scallops were my favorite, I will admit I do not like sea food and prefer to not eat it but I was very glad I pushed myself to try and enjoy this dish! If you're looking to try something new, with great service, wonderful staff, awesome ambiance then give Colita a try!

    Naked Dani - way too much ice
    Kathleen K.

    Every year we try a new (to us) restaurant for my daughter's birthday. This year we decided to meet halfway and a 5pm reservation was perfect. The parking lot is small but plenty of room when they open. Upon arrival we were pleasantly greeted and seated. Our server promptly arrived for drink orders and we both opted for the Naked Dani. Amazing drink with salt foam on top and a mini rubber ducky. But we agreed we would never order it again as the glass was totally filled with mini ice pellets and there was very little liquid. At $17 per drink it was a waste of money. Plates are in 2 portions or meant for sharing. The Tuna Tostada had amazing flavor. Then the Cacio E Pepe Tostada was also excellent. They were so good that when they Shrimp Tacos arrived we thought they were so-so. But just in comparison to the previous dishes. The Lamb Barbacoa Tacos were back to amazing and we really liked the seared scallops. For dessert we had the churros and they were very good. FYI - they don't do anything special for birthdays. I expected at least some gesture since our dinner was almost $200. Service was great and most of the food was amazing. It is a splurge.

    LAMB BARBACOA TACO

    Colita is the restaurant you recommend when you want to impress someone without making it obvious. Bold flavors, stunning cocktails, and a vibe that feels like a mini‑vacation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's the place you go when you want dinner to feel like an experience, not an errand.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service 5

    Megan B.

    Colita had been on my list for years- and it was so worth the wait. I love how fresh and seasonal everything was. I'm a HUGE fan of tapas because it allowed me to try SO MANY things. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Patio and the indoor areas are sleek but still cozy[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and the staff clearly knows what they are doing!!

    Maia J.

    Had a girls dinner at Colita as I've been dying to check them out for months! Made a reservation for 5:30pm on a Friday as I've heard they get very busy. They have a small parking lot, but was able to find street parking just fine since it was full. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My first impression of Colita is how aesthetically pleasing it is. Its greenery, bright windows, and cozy atmosphere really set the tone for the evening.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server was so kind and friendly upon arriving as well. We started with the smoked caesar and margaritas to start. Such a great choice! The tacos were quite tasty and I thoroughly enjoyed the handmade tortillas. If you're really hungry, I recommend ordering multiple plates as the serving sizes are smaller. But very good flavor and pairings for the taco choices. Would definitely return to try out other menu items and enjoy the ambiance.

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    Do the churros have eggs in them?

    There is egg in the dulce churros.

    How does the counter style dining work during covid?

    We went before the no congregating at the bar mandate so it may have changed. You sit down but you have to go to the bar to order your food. Then the waitstaff bring it to you. If you want more water they will get it for you.

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    Bar at far end.
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    Choriqueso, carne asada fries, and a margarita.
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    Stopped by Centro for a friends birthday last night and was reminded how fun this place is! They…read morealways seem to play the best music & have amazing staff! I really love a self-order restuarant, our food came out within 10 minutes and drinks were quick as well. They have great seating options inside or out - perfect for a solo date too! The elote corn really threw me through a loop because it was SO wet. Almost everyone ordered it, and left us a bit dissapointed with how wet it was. Wouldnt order again. The fish taco was really good! I do wish they still had the nopales tacos :( Cherry marg was amazing, and im usually not a big fan of margaritas! Perfectly tart without being too sweet. Nachos were HUGE and layered really well - definitely needed for the entire table! When one of our drinks were forgotten, they gave us an extra to make up for it... which we really appreciated after the wait! Love u centro & especially your parking in the back!

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    4.3
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    4.1 mi
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    Went to Taqueria y Birrieria las Cuatro Milpas the other night while driving down Lake to find an…read moreopen business to have some dinner! We went at night, so the space was not as cute as in the day. Florescent lighting and was very cold because of all the windows everywhere, but I really liked the art on the wall of "make tacos, not walls." I was a little worried when I looked at the menu because there weren't many written vegetarian options (was gonna just get rice and beans), but was able to get a vegetarian quesadilla, so I assume that many of their options can be made veggie, if you ask. Food came out relatively quickly and they brought lots of salsa too, which was perfect because I almost always have to ask for more salsa at most places. The quesadilla was so good. The cheese they used was divine and so melty! Good combo of veggies in it too (peppers and onions and more that I can't remember right now oops). I also got the oreo cheesecake, which was DIVINE. I always forget how much I like cheesecake and this one was tastier than most. I loved the crunchy oreos too to add a little texture. Will definitely be coming again to try different things. Want to try their juices when it's a little warmer!

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    4.6
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    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!

    The patio is a fun place to sit, especially during the summer, and the menu has a lot more variety…read morethan your typical Mexican restaurant. They are not serving alcohol anymore which is unfortunate to not be able to enjoy a margarita but they had a large mocktail list. We tried three different tacos (chicken, carne asada, and carnitas) and I loved being able to mix and match. The carne asada was probably my favorite but they all were swimming in oil. The skirt steak enchiladas were a standout and easily my favorite dish of the meal. The steak was tender, the portions were generous, and everything came together really well. The queso was rich and creamy, and the fresh guacamole was a great starter while we waited for our food. Service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal, and the overall atmosphere made it a really enjoyable place to spend the evening.

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    Design on their wall
    Design on their wall
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    Birria croquette
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