I've been there more times than I can count, and it's always been consistently good, whether I'm eating in or just grabbing something to take home. The food is fresh, especially the vegetables, and it's clear the kitchen actually pays attention to what they're doing. Every interaction with the staff has been the same too--easy, polite, and the smiles actually feel genuine, which isn't something you can say about most places. The whole place has a comfortable atmosphere that makes it simple to sit, talk, and enjoy the time. It's the kind of spot that just gets it right, every single time. read more

Decent if you are in the mood for Mexican! A lot to choose from so it is hard to make a decision! Service was friendly, restaurant was clean, went in around 1 and it was empty so very enjoyable! read more

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The ambiance is a typical Mexican restaurant. The staff is friendly and helpful. The food is amazing I have never had a Bad meal here. Always remember the plates are hot. read more

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Came here with a friend and ordered the fajitas. They were incredibly flavorful and were the perfect portion. The staff were friendly and the restaurant was decorated nice and was also very clean. Will definitely come back! read more

Amazing! love the food. service is amazing and quick. food is delicious and the service is quick! The restaurant is really nice definitely recommend! read more

The host/waitress was so nice and the food was AMAZING and don't even get me started on the margarita it was great. the other yelp reviews do not do this place justice read more

Horrible food. No taste. No flavor. Not sure if what I had was even beef. Someone in the kitchen was either watching TV or their phone VERY LOUDLY. Service was meh. Moving out of town so we definitely won't be back. Taco Bell would have had better food and saved me my money. read more

This place officially sucks... Terrible service, terrible food, and an never ending heaping of ending chips and salsa. This place went from being really great to really bad within the last few years. What happened??? This place would get no stars if I could, but I will give it one star on the account of their large margaritas that are pretty strong. They probably do that on purpose so that their food and service seem better than what reality really is, you can then drown your sorrows and finally forget about what a bad experience you just had. read more

El Tequila - Their fajitas quesadilla...or a lazy taco. You pick. Disappointment guaranteed. - Mexican Near Me - New Prague, Minnesota

La Mexicana is my favorite dish. The trio of sauces they add are tangy and flavorful. Sometimes they have buy one get one half margaritas 16oz. Try a new dish and see what you like! That's how I ended up liking the dish La Mexicana. read more

Employee tried to co ourse me into giving her a 20 dollar tip. On top of the 20 dollars I paid for chips

Wont be back to this Mexican restaurant! Waitress was rude, food came and my son had ordered chorizo and my daughter in law had ordered pork.. both came out and looked like chicken .... white cubed meat. This was brought to the waitresses attention, she goes to the kitchen and comes out with a plate of cubed chicken that was orange and says this is chicken, not that... it almost seemed as if all their meat was some processed form of chicken or some kind of meat mix. Atmosphere was crappy, attitude of waitresses crappy and food quality crappy ... we will not be back read more

Easily one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. Arrived with my family, it took 15 minutes to get water. Right before we are getting ready to leave we get our water and they take our order. Deciding to give them a second chance (mistake #1) we stuck around. While waiting my toddler made a big mess and my wife asked for a bunch of napkins, she was brought 3. While we are waiting for our food we are nibbling on some decent, at best, salsa only to run out of chips that never got refilled. My fajita's come and they are spitting scalding oil all over me. I had to turn to shield my son from the splatter. The fajita's themselves were decent but nowhere near a redeeming factor. My entire family ran out of water almost before the food even got there and it never got refilled. Oh, but wont someone think of the children? Nope, apparently not. Plates that would feel right at home in a volcano plopped right down in front of the children. Not only is this another unsafe practice, mostly because the table is so small there's no way my fajita's and even one other plate would fit with any kind of elbow room, but because it's FOR KIDS. So now you have a 5 and a 3 year old that are hungry, because it's dinner and by now they've waited patiently for 30 minutes after arrival for their food, but no now they have to wait another 10 minutes just for the temperature to dip slightly below flesh melting. My poor wife had it worst. She ordered the #23 and her chili riano was so disgusting she just left it. My wife who never wastes anything, took two bites and said "this is easily one of the most disgusting things i've ever eaten." Normally this is the part where the server asks how everything is and you can mention it, maybe getting a replacement, that would be nice other than that no one EVER came by the table. Eventually we finished and I stood there holding the baby while my two other children stood next to me thinking that would be the sign to bring the check. Nope, eventually we just packed up and left, my wife went to the front and paid. So TLDR TERRIBLE service, mediocre food, they don't think much about safety, oh and terrible service. This is the only time in my life I have given a crappy tip and felt like i STILL over paid. It's sad because we're still new to the area and were excited to support a local business and to find a Mexican place near the house. This is one that we will never revisit. read more

I'm from Texas and visiting the area and lately from what I have tried, Minnesota can't get Mexican food right. I'm very picky when it comes to good Mexican food and in when it comes to El Tequilas I may be judging harshly because I've been spoiled by superb Mexican food in Texas. Lets start with the chips and salsa. While the salsa didnt set my world on fire it was decent enough to finish my tray of warm chips which i hope was a good sign. The prices on the menu werent outrageous so thats also good. I ordered the LA Mexicana Enchiladas. I would have tried to fajitas but from what i have seen, when it comes to Mexican food in Minnesota they pack on way too many veggies and not enough meat. The plate was okay but I swore my item came with Guac but it didn't so I ordered some on the side and it was a Lil bowl for FIVE DOLLARS. Nah man. That's a minus right there even if it's the best guac. Over all its alright and I'd rate it lower but it's the only Mexican joint in the area where there aren't many good food options. read more

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This restaurant should stick to serving tequila only. My dad and I stopped by for a late lunch. The older lady couldn't have been less interested in serving us. She didn't welcome us even with a hi or hello. She just sat us and walked off. Then she went to talk with a table of people (one of two in there at the time), she spent ten minutes talking with them before coming back to acknowledge us being there. When she came back by we told her that we were ready to order and she said I'll be with you in a few minutes and walked off again. The food came , I ordered a chimichanga and it was dry with no sauce on it. Okay thats a first. I will never return. read more

food was Awful . no taste and very small portions . drinks were not cold . service lady never came back to busy watching tv and in phone . there was a dead fly on table we were sat at . do not recommend this place. and not authentic at all food is TexMex and TexMex food is even better . will not come back read more

Pros: nice atmosphere, waitress was nice, restaurant was clean, food came out quick, and was decent. Waters refilled quick. Cons: the food was decent but probably a little over priced for the portions and customer service. The salsa was too spicy for me and my children. The busboy was not friendly, he took my water glass off the table while I was still sitting there. There cleaning chemical were a little strong, got a whiff of it 3 times while I was eating. I have eat at many Mexican restaurants so I am a little spoiled, I have found a couple really nice ones. I will probably not choice to eat here again, but if s friend wanted to I would eat with them. read more

Service was ok. Frozen drinks had chunks of ice in them, not much alcohols. Food was okay... mine was salty. Chips and salsa were moderate... best part of the place, but nothing special. read more

Good Mexican food. I grew up on Mexican food and I am very picky. The food is not only very traditional but is also very welcoming to anyone who has never tried traditional Mexican food. The service is also very good and make the experience very enjoyable. I highly recommend it, for a quick bite to eat, or a fun night out with fun satisfying dishes to try, good drinks and good service. read more

I thought this was a pretty good restaurant. The service was quick and pleasant. The food was good and reasonably priced: $10 for a two-taco meal with beans and rice. I was not hungry at the end. My friends who live in the area come here often and think it is great, and I have to agree based on our meal here. Maybe we came on a good night, based on some other reviews, but my friends must always come on good nights. I would eat here again and will do so when coming back to the area next spring. You should give it a try if you would care for decent Mexican food. read more

Absolutely pathetic and horrible service each and every time I have been there!! They will scam you every chance they get too!! Watch your check and you will see!! They tried to a few people at next table also! Chips are always stale and cold... Salsa is actually pretty good! They will only bring you a very small amount though and very small amount of chips and charge you for more!! Food is average at best! Margaritas are some of the worst I have ever had for a large price!! Did I say that service is always terrible and you have to ask two sometimes three times for things!!? Please do yourself a favor and do not give these crooks any business! It has happened more than once! You ask why went back? Because I like to give people the benefit of the doubt and think they actually made a mistake! After this last time I know that is not true! I will never ever go back!!! Update! I called back and asked price and they double scammed me!! Charged for larger size and full price instead of the special 1/2 price for second!! Seriously go anywhere else that is honest!! read more

Excellent food. Very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Will definitely be going back when we go through town again!

Wow! Family of five from Albuquerque reporting in. Everything is very good. Enchiladas, chalupa, burritos, all good. You can ask them to spice it up and they will add chopped jalapeño. Add a roasted jalapeño for even more fire. They have home made fried ice cream! read more

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Good food, good ambiance.. One of the best burrito I've ever eaten. Comparable to the best burrito of SF's Mission st. I ate their pork and chille colorado burrito for a lunch and it was a great surprise to me to find such a great Mexican food so far away from the metro area. read more

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Bug in the margarita, quesadilla with way too much regular cheddar cheese that had little to no browning on the tortilla, chimichanga with 70/30 bean to chicken ratio, not a hint of authentic flavor anywhere. I know, i know.....you got a quesadilla and a chimichanga what did you expect? Something much better I guess. 2 out of 5 with a location adjustment. .5 out of 5 if this was anywhere you would expect decent Mexican food. read more

I've always had great service every time I've been here (and I go almost one a week). The food always comes out very fast and its always great. The chips and salsa are delicious and I have never had a problem getting a refill. Every food item I've tried has been good! It can get crowded on the weekends and so the service slows down somewhat but never had a really long wait. read more

Great authentic Mexican food. I always order a large salsa and chips to go. The steak and chicken fajita chimichanga is a favorite as is the chalupa. One word though of advice, you pay for almost all extras such as sour cream and guacamole. Some items have them included, but don't assume. They can add up! I'd give this a 4.5 star if not for this last fact because it is huge in my book. I'm use to condiments being included. read more

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Traveling across the country and saw this place. The service was great...very prompt and nice. We ordered a las Mexicanos and they accommodated special requests for chorizo. The fajitas taco salad was full of steak. All in all a great meal in Minnesota! Prices are good as well read more

I don't even know where to start with our service that we had there and New Prague. I knew better to go there but I was desperate for Mexican food decided to give it another try for about the 5th time. The food is absolutely just not that great people that do not know. authentic Mexican food will like it, but if you want real Mexican food do not go here this is not authentic this is more Americanized, I paid 13.00 for some chili verde. The portions were very small for what you pay for. And my kids ordered something else it did not look very appetizing, the portions are not very good. My son order tacos and they assured him he'd get a authentic Mexican tacos ,while no he did not it was hamburger .....I dislike this place. I'll never go back. the waitress was rude and so is the old lady that works there she's always been just ruded as can be. If you want real Mexican food go to Chaska or Shakopee. And not the places where all the Gringos go read more

YUMMMMM!!!!!!!!! Love this place!!! They have menu's you can bring home with you and the prices are not a hidden secret. They have a punchcard program for frequent people...like myself. ITS DELICIOUS!!!! Large menu and good drinks! My favorite! Good for large groups or just you two...or bring the little ones. Sopapias(where's the spell check) for desert is great or the fried ice cream. Fun for birthdays...call ahead to make sure they sing and bring out the hat or else the birthday boy or girl might talk them out of it. I call ahead to give them the heads up for large groups (proper to do for every large group at every sit down restaurant FYI) since reservations are not required. ENJOY!!! read more

This is my favorite place to dine in this town. I have always had the best service. Friendly and quick service, ate here many times, A++!!

Yum! Excellent food and service! It's been a while since I have found a GOOD Mexican restaurant and this is it. Too bad we live two hours away. Definitely will be stopping again if we come this way. read more

Good food and outstanding service. We sat down here one evening and had an excellent meal. The food was good with generous servings but what stuck out the most was the friendly and fast service. I wasn't the craziest about the nachos but overall we had a wonderful meal and will be back again. read more

We love eating here. The service is always very quick, the employees are top notch (VERY nice!!), and the food is great! We eat here frequently and it's a family favorite. read more

My friend and I were served shards of glass and or plastic. And had to still pay..no apology..need I say more?

Their ceviche was so good. I'm talking like next time I go I'm just ordering that. The service was fast, friendly, and fabulous. I never thought to go here until a few weeks ago, and I'm glad I did. It can easily be missed in that little strip mall. I like to also point out they were very courteous and accommodating for my two year old son, which is hard to find in a restaurant. I loved the beans and rice, which is what I mainly look for in Mexican restaurants. If the rice is good then I usually like the rest lol. read more

Food was OK, not great by any stretch, but serviceable. Service as many have noted is weak. The main reason I quit going in was they do try and scam you on the bill. Most times you don't see the itemized bill, they seem to never acknowledge specials, I just cant patronize someone who cant be honest with me.. It's a small town with a limited number of patrons.. Me? I'll drive to Prior Lake.. read more

My family and I enjoy going here. Food is good authentic Mexican and the service is great as well.

Don't order the fajitas! You'll get mostly onions that sizzle. That's right no steak and all sizzle. Very disappointed. When asked about my food and I asked about the lack of any protein the waitress's reply was "too bad I guess" and walked away. Won't be back. read more

We were served water that had BLEACH in it. Upon taking a sip it was very strong and burned our mouth and throat. They handled it poorly and even admitted that they accidentally pour our water from the wrong pitchers and there actually was bleach in the water we were served!!! read more

This place is just not for me. From drinks to desserts u did not like this place at all. I ordered horchata and my cup still had clumps of the powder mix they used! Unbelievable!! read more