El Parian has some of the best Mexican food I have ever had!! This is a local gem in Little Canada…read morethat everyone should give a try. The service is great, the food and drinks came out very quick, and of course I can't forget about the free chips and salsa which is always a plus and so good!! There was a lot to choose from the menu. We started with a large corona margarita. For food, we got the Burrito Parian and Enchiladas Guadalajara which were both amazing! I highly recommend the Enchiladas Guadalajara. Overall El Parian was a great experience and I left very satisfied. I do wish they had a little bit better of an ambiance as personally I am not a fan of the LED lighting and it could improve the overall experience aesthetically. Either way, I can't wait to come back again and try more items form menu!

2 for one margarita $12. Blended and large glass. Good drink…read moreFree chips. With very nice ranch dip Burrito California with pork. $17 Greens and guacamole on the side. Looks plain but tastes very good. Very large and packed. This is a great deal. Lobster seafood Enchilada $23. Very good The place was not busy due to the fair going on Server was Jimmy. Overall ok.

Just wow!! Found this location from moving into the neighborhood back in the fall and what a Gem…read morethey're! Customer service is great they talk though the menu with questions of all kinds even down to the amount of spice used in case you're sensitive. I enjoy dining in the layout is beautiful and comfortable. I love that they're so many locals that support this business most dine in and are friendly. The food comes out in a decent amount of time I have no complaints there!! My favorite is Taco Tuesday $2.50 per taco you cannot beat and they're sooo good, the green sauce is my favorite with a side of lime. My last item I gotta shout of is the Rice milk dang is it yummy!! The best I've had in MN hands down. I will continue to visit and bring friends!

The decor is pretty neat inside. Round tables with bulky chairs and window seating as well…read more Not a sit down restaurant with a server if that's what you're looking for. I would consider this a fast food joint like Chipotle. The food was really bland. I got the steak taco and when they scoop the steak they had to drain the water out? To me it seems like they cook their meat and leave it soak in something to keep it from being dry. By doing this it also lost all flavor if they seasoned their steak. Unfortunately, it wasn't worth it and I won't be going back.

The food was terrible, my eggs weren't cooked fully, the food was cold and soggy and maybe a few…read morepieces of lettuce in a salad. Would not recommend

The food was great, the service was soso, the price was good. The atmosphere was good. What more…read morecan you ask for? Oh, and the margaritas, the best!

We went back today because we were craving this place, and it felt like the perfect Sunday…read moreafternoon lunch. I'm really happy to say that things have improved since my last visit and review. That said, it's still not quite a perfect 5 out of 5 for me. First, they seem to have ditched the service fee. My understanding is that service fees are no longer allowed in Minnesota, so I was expecting them to replace it with a credit card fee. I'm happy to say there was no service fee, no credit card fee, or anything else. The price of the food is the price you pay, plus tax and tip. That is so refreshing to see in 2026 and automatically earns this restaurant an extra star from me. The food is still the best part of this restaurant. I'm sure they're sourcing ingredients from the same places as everyone else, but somehow their flavors are extraordinary. This time I got the Pollo Sonora, and I honestly don't have any complaints. It was absolutely delicious. Highly recommended. They still offer free chips and salsa, which I love because not every Mexican restaurant does that anymore (Chula's in Prior Lake, I'm looking at you). It's nice to see they still include them. This time around, though, I didn't enjoy the white sauce as much. I'm not sure if it changed or if my tastes have changed. The red salsa was fantastic, but I really wish it had been colder. It was more warm or lukewarm, which just wasn't what I was expecting or wanting. My wife got one of the weekend lunch specials for $10.99: a beef enchilada and a beef burrito. She had no complaints. I was honestly impressed that they still offer lunch specials on weekends. We also ordered the large queso appetizer for $10.99. I intentionally ordered the large because I assumed we'd have leftovers to take home. However, the "large" is really more of a medium-sized portion. I'm 6 feet tall, had just finished a workout, and hadn't eaten much that day. My wife was also very hungry. We ended up eating almost the entire thing. For $10.99, I was expecting a noticeably larger portion, so that was a little disappointing. I don't even want to know how many calories we ate just from the queso....but I still think the large should be larger for $10.99. The service also improved compared to my last visit, but I still don't think it's on the same level as many other restaurants. In my previous review, I mentioned that service was the biggest issue, and if you read other reviews, you'll notice it's a recurring theme. This time our waiter did ask if we needed drink refills, which was an improvement. However, service still felt a little slow, and at times it seemed like he was trying to avoid extra trips or additional questions. For example, when he took our drink order, he immediately started walking away. We had to quickly stop him because we also wanted to order an appetizer. At that point we were ready to order our entrées too, but since he didn't ask, we only ordered the appetizer. Later he came back and asked if we were ready to order our entrées. By then we'd eaten almost all of our chips, and he could clearly see the basket was nearly empty. Instead of asking if we'd like another basket, I had to ask for more chips. That's not a huge deal, but it's just not what I'm used to. At most Mexican restaurants, if the server notices your chips are gone, they'll usually offer another basket without being asked. I realize that's a bit nitpicky, but I mention it because it's been a recurring pattern during past visits. The bathrooms were mostly clean, the sinks are pretty cool, and the men's restroom has a baby changing station. The prices aren't amazing, but they're not terrible either. If you're looking for the cheapest Mexican food around, this probably isn't the place. But if you're looking for fantastic flavors and a nice atmosphere, it's absolutely worth trying. I would still recommend this restaurant to friends and family, and I know my wife and I will be back. We're just not rushing to return. They're so close to being a truly perfect restaurant.

Went to El Azteca on Mother's Day 2026. There was eight of us, it was after church/late lunch, so…read morewe kind of expected to wait. Roughly 40 minutes later we were seated. They give you appetizers of chips, red salsa, and some kind of mayonnaise based dip. Beware because it'll get you gluttonous very quickly. All in all - it's what you expected for a Mexican restaurant. The food was quick, hot, and the service was kind and prompt enough to a bunch of gringos. A nitpick - the women's bathroom had 1 of 2 stalls out and seemed to need attention, hope they get that fixed. My only complaint was for two fajita platters, a nacho supreme, one tea, and one Sprite, and one bowl of guacamole and queso came to $120 after tax. Seems steep to me? (Hence four stars) At least the food didn't suck, which would I have made it sting. Try them out!

I will say the service was 5 stars which is why I am giving 4 stars overall even though the food…read morewas only ok. Everything was hot but the flavors were lacking. Chicken was dry and the steak on the tacos ere not flavorful at all. Overall everything was fine but not our favorite meal. Restaurant itself was decent, good seating and overall clean.

Listen, I came to Machete Cocina Mexicana in Woodbury with decent expectations... and then the…read morechimichanga showed up like Beyoncé crashing karaoke night. Golden, crispy, stuffed to perfection, and smothered in saucy goodness--it was so good I half‑expected it to come with its own fan club. The vibe here is festive without trying too hard--bright colors, upbeat energy, and staff who make you feel like you're part of the party. Drinks are solid (the horchata is basically dessert in a glass), and the menu has enough variety that you'll want to come back just to work your way through it. Prices are fair, portions are generous, and honestly, if you leave hungry, that's on you. Bottom line: Machete isn't just serving dinner--it's serving main character energy. And that chimichanga? Out of this world, baby.

Nice workers and very very good tacos highly recommend. Got my chicken tacos so fast less than 2…read moreminutes and I was eating. Nice music and overall a fun vibe around the whole place.

The food here is fresh and tasty with options for vegetarians and gluten free. The food is made to…read moreorder so while it has a fast food vibe it takes a bit longer to get your food. It is worth the wait! They have a parking lot and are a good option for the days you can't sit down for a longer meal at their restaurant across the street.

Below average taco place. Limited salsa selection. Meats were okay. Other fillings were okay…read more Skip the elotes. The Jamaica drink is pretty good though. Their fries were good too.

Pretty solid place. Food came out quick. I'm from El Paso so I know real Mexican food. It can be…read morehard to find places with actual spice in the food but this place didn't disappoint. Had the Monday special with enchiladas and got a taco on the side. Pretty solid for Minnesota Mexican food.

Excellent food and service! A small local restaurant that serves up some delicious food!…read more Go give it a try! You won't be disappointed.

Came here work a quick bite to eat after work since it's to our house. Our waitress was very…read morefriendly. The restaurant was decorated nicely. Gave a nice cozy feeling. Our food came out quickly. We ordered 3 tacos; a chicken, steak and pastor. They were all delicious. Al pastor was probably the best. We also tried the beef enchiladas which turned out to be steak instead of ground beef. Very filling! Lastly, we had a Cuban torta which was massive. Dinner was accompanied by chips and salsa. Overall, we had a ton of food and even brought some home. We enjoyed our meal and would come back again. Food was tasty!