I've been to Pajarito a number of times but this one was special-- an engagement dinner (or specifically, a post engagement celebratory dinner). I am updating the review because Pajarito delivered the experience I knew they would and exceeded expectations. See my previous review (chips are great, proteins are great, drinks are great) and all that stands. The additional details here are: they brought us a celebratory split champagne, dessert of choice on the house (the bunuelos were actually super good and I would get them again-- had no idea just how warm, light, sweet, yet dense a donut could be), and a aperatif (a fruity post-dinner mini shot/drink). Not to mention, the host was quick to say "congrats" (I had let them know of the occasion ahead of time). As well, they were happy to reserve an ideal seat of choice for us with advanced notice. Overall, such a great dinner and great service, which is what I was hoping for for this once-in-a-lifetime milestone celebration. Pajarito delivered. Thanks! read more

Great location and can accommodate larger groups. We came for my husband's bday dinner with both of our families on a Tuesday. They were very accommodating and provided high chairs for the toddlers. They also have a real changing table and diapers in the women's room! Talk about family friendly. I've never had any food here that I didn't like. Definitely a local gem. read more

Finally got around to trying Pajarito and it did not disappoint! Happy hour drinks were a win (great options and served until 6pm)! The happy hour food menu was a bit limited though...no guac or salsa, which felt like a total miss. We ordered them anyway, and while $13 for guac and $9 salsa flight felt steep, the portions were huge and definitely shareable, so it balanced out. I loved the chipotle salsa best! Shoutout to our server who kept checking in to see if we needed more chips, it's such a small thing but a huge perk when you're trying to keep that perfect chip-to-dip ratio going! The real standout? The $14 quesabirria tacos! Packed with flavor, super juicy, and generously filled. I LOVED the crispy cheese crust too. Honestly a steal for the size & I'll absolutely be back for that! read more

Pajarito - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Time for a quick bite and oh yeah, a margarita! Love their take on Mexican and love their margaritas! One crazy daughter ordered a burger, but it had jalapeños so it counts! read more

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Pajaritos has the best margaritas! The queso fundido and the quesabirras are my favorite things to order off the menu. Staff are always friendly. Great, easy parking in the nearby ramp. read more

Pajarito - Pajarito margarita - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Had such a great time here for happy hour! The tostada was my favorite -- so flavorful and fresh. We also ordered the chips with guac, salsa, and bean dip, and everything was so good. Honestly such a great value for the amount and quality of food. I love the 50th & France area, it's very cute. Already wanting to plan a trip back because there are so many more things I want to try! read more

Pajarito - Tostada - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

We decided to check this place out during Winter Restaurant Week for lunch because everything sounded good and we love checking out new places. The food was delicious and we enjoyed everything we got. For the meal deal you were to chose a dip, a small plate and then tacos. We each got different things for our dips so that we could try 3 different things; salsa trio, guacamole with house made chips and sikil p'ak with grilled gorditas. For the small plates we got the brussel sprouts and queso fundido. The Brussels were delicious and some of the best I have ever had. We then ended with the last entrees and my mom and I got the shrimp tacos and my sister got the potato taquitos. It was all delicious and we even got some mocktails to wash it all down with and those were also tasty. It's very cozy inside with tables near the windows plus booths in the back of the restaurant plus half booth/half chairs where we sat and it was vey nice. I would say the service was pretty good, he didn't come by for a while to check on us so good thing we really didn't need much. We did have to ask for takeout boxes but we didn't have to wait too long for them. I want to go back and visit for happy hour since they have items on there that they don't have on the regular menu. read more

Pajarito - No-loma mocktail - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

I came here on a last minute Monday visit when I was randomly in the neighborhood and had a craving for Tacos. I'm super happy that I found this place now. We stuck to the happy hour menu and got the quesadillas, chicken wings, and nachos. We also got the habanero margaritas. The best item was the nachos which had a perfect ratio of tasting toppings and chips. The quesadillas were quite tasty as well. Highly recommend both. The wings had good flavor but the actual wings themselves were a bit lacking in meat so could have been better. The margaritas were by far the spiciest I have ever had! Which my wife and I both liked. But half way through we took out the pice of habanero and that tamed things down quite a bit. But if you like spice go for them! We had great service for a Monday afternoon. And we enjoyed the patio out front right on 50th. They also have a back patio that looks perfect for a summer evening. read more

Pajarito - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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This is an amazing place to get drinks and dessert before seeing a movie across at the Edina Theater! Full bar and good food on top of the awesome friendly service! (Props to Rosa, our awesome server!). It's a great place for a casual get together or if flying solo, just get a seat at the bar. Worth a try if you're in the 50th and France area! read more

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While the food at Pajarito might not be the best Mexican I have eaten, it is very good. However, when I consider the gestalt experience at Pajarito, the five stars are well earned. For me, dining out is a multi varied experience. Often, the food is fantastic, but I didn't have fun. Sometimes, the food is okay, but the service was so welcoming, I had a great time. At Pajarito, John our server and master mixologist behind the bar, was so engaging, Pajarito became a memorable experience. John knows his booze and reads his patrons well. His cocktail met my unique palate, and he was confidant enough to discuss what he might have done differently. That is rare in Minneapolis. Our lunches , a tacos dish and Chilaquiles, were huge and filled with flavor. Most people would fine them great, but we travel to Mexico City often and lived near the Mexican community in Milwaukee, eating at restaurants where English was not spoken. Thus, our tastebuds can be more critical. Pajarito has music on Thursday nights in their downstairs cantina, and their selection of booze is amazing. This is a fun joint, always hopping with people. Go and enjoy yourself. Pajarito almost guarantees a good time. read more

We went to a nearby art exhibit and decided to try Pajarito. My friend had heard of the restaurant, while I had not. We both love Mexican/Latin foods, so we were eager to give it a go. We ordered the guacamole and chips to start. While the jalapenos being whole makes for a visually pleasing image, having three or four slices is not enough to be of real value. We prefer guacamole to be hot, like most everything else. It could have also used a touch of salt. We shared the Chicken Tinga and Quesabirria tacos (ate one each). The Chicken Tinga looked like there wasn't much there, but it was actually a pretty hefty taco. The only problem with it was that it was super wet and became messy because of it. It's a taco that you should not put down and just eat the whole thing as quickly as possible. Of course, we both decided to wear white shirts. Not a good thing with the meal that we chose. Fortunately, hand sanitizer helps to get stains out until you can go home and spray the garment with stain remover. The Quesabirria taco was delicious. The consomme was nicely balanced and well seasoned. Since we were already feeling some trepidation from the first taco, we poured the consomme onto the taco, instead of dunking it. This was an easier way to eat the taco. If you cut a few slits into the taco, the consomme will get inside and add to the delicious experience. The cheese on the tortilla had the perfect melty char that enhanced the flavor of the meat. It's a pretty good taco, overall. Service was good and friendly, and we feel like we'll come back (without white shirts) for more. Also, they have a good variety of hot sauces, including a habanero version. We felt quite pleased that there was no Tabasco (it's not a real hot sauce, period) in sight. read more

Always one of my favorite places to have relatively upscale Mexican food, and on Valentine's Day, they even had a few additional items to order, so my partner and I tried 2 out of the 3 dishes offered that day and both were incredible. I tried a few different types of tacos from what I would usually order and they tasted very good. Previously I have tried the birria tacos, and I loved them. I believe that I talked about it when I wrote my review for the Saint Paul location. The alambre tacos had a good balance of crispiness and softness in terms of texture due to the cheese (crispy), and had beef and bacon included, which essentially made them a meat lover's heaven. The shrimp tacos were just as good as how I remembered it, that the honey-chipotle aioli worked magically well with crispy fried shrimp. I also tried the Valentine's Day item called Papa A La Huancaína Empanadas, and the red chimichurri sauce on the top gave the empanadas additional savory flavor that went very well with the mixture inside. I also ordered the octopus this time, which honestly was a catch for $20 because lime aioli, white beans, and peanut salsa macha are three ingredients I wouldn't have thought of to be added with the octopus, but worked so well to provide four distinct kinds of flavors and textures. The entire culinary experience with this dish was just amazing. I didn't have as much of an impression on the shrimp ceviche, but the fact that it existed at all, I appreciated it, because it provided a contrast from the other dishes in terms of taste, warmth, and overall vibe. The chimichanga dulce was essentially a strawberry cheesecake in rolled format which was innovative and tasty. Turning a crepe looking item into a filling sweet dessert was something I fully supported. The key lime cheesecake was great in a conventional manner, with the brown butter graham cracker adding both extra flavor and texture on the top rather than the bottom of the cheesecake. For $9 each, they were easily worth trying and enjoying. I thoroughly enjoy the fact that this establishment continues to thrive within Edina (and Saint Paul) and I think it does a very good job providing high quality food for a relatively reasonable price. Coming here on Valentine's Day was a blessing because this spot wasn't even fully booked when I looked up places to reserve, and yet it was an amazing time and experience for my partner and me. read more

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I'm not big on upscale Mexican spots because I like to stick to the authentic, but we came here and it was decent. The crab ceviche was good, comes in a hard taco presentation. The wood fire octopus was good enough, not enough octopus to sauce and toppings ratio. The star of the show was sweet potato small plate, absolutely delicious I wish I didn't have to share it! Our server was nice and attentive. read more

Pajarito - Sweet Potato - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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Discoriging menu, not real authentic, it's, sorry to say but some what plan, I'm sure that the cook was not very on the seasoning but then again I'm a flavor lover read more

Pajarito - What Mexican restaurant doesn't have beans as a dip - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Visited 5/7/24. Just barely missed the happy hour by a few minutes aka the amazing nacho deal but the quesadilla was still great too. Loved the salsa/sauce that it came with. Only bummer is that nachos are only on the happy hour so if you miss them no chance of re-ordering these. Otherwise, loved the different margarita and drink options. Service was solid and we enjoyed the patio seating options. read more

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Went here on a Saturday afternoon for late lunch. The guacamole was the star of the show. Tasty margaritas. We tried several different tacos and it was nice to mix and match. Parking is available in several different lots within a short walk. Definitely leave time for strolling and window shopping around this fun city spot! read more

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Excellent drinks. Excellent food. It's not Mexico, but it's close! Our server/bartender/host was very helpful, and made great suggestions. It's a beautiful, contemporary space and it smells like mezcal or woodsmoke. I definitely recommend for a happy hour or girls night or just lunch! read more

For appetizers, we ordered the chips and three salsas (Ancho-Guajillo, Avocado-Serrano, Arbol-Cashew) along with the guacamole which was a must! The thick cut, crunch of the chips paired well with each of the salsas along with the guac. We also ordered the shrimp tacos and quesabirria which comes with two tacos per order. Both sets of tacos were absolutely delicious! The shrimp tacos were nice and light, while the quesabirria was rich in flavor. We were able to get seated right away, and the food came out in a timely manner. There are also options for both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Pajarito never disappoints. Has been a bit since I was here last and it was during the winter. We enjoyed the patio on a beautiful summer night. The Habanero Cilantro margarita was made to my heat preference, delicious! We shared the guacamole and chips and a trio of sauces to kick off our meal. I love a hearty salty chip! Then we shared the shrimp and quesabirria tacos which was a good mix. Two of the quesabirria tacos would have been too rich for one person. Both were made perfectly and came out piping hot! The service is friendly and helpful, as we asked our questions to zero in on our order. We were asked multiple times how we were doing and if everything was all right with our food. Will be back more quickly next time! Highly recommend if you are in the 50th/France Ave area. read more

Pajarito - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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Happy hour is where it is for Pajarito. They have, hands down, the best nachos. It's the only place that doesn't give you a pile of fry chips with stuff on top. They are thoughtfully spread out so each chip has toppings. Those are nachos! Beware though they are ONLY available during happy hour. That's why is a 4 instead of a five read more

Pajarito - Happy hour nachos - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

We shared alot of different things. Guacamole which was really good they serve them with dense chips that really grab the guacamole. We ordered the 6 salsas with chips mild to really spicy. We had birrera tacos so good. Steak quesadillas so good! Gazpacho yummy. Pineapple and skinny margaritas were delish. read more

We arrived early before our reservation and sat at the bar for a drink. I had French 75. Bartender was really friendly. I would give it 4.5 stars because the service was a little slow. We had a big party but the restaurant wasn't busy. Food was delicious. I had the Burria taco and the au jus dipping was what gave this meal a 5 star. Nice restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Parking ramp nearby. We will go back if we are in the area. read more

Went for a birthday dinner in August, the food and drinks were delicious! Our server was super friendly and attentive, and the outdoor patio area was a nice place to sit. The restaurant was very cute on the inside as well. read more

I wanted to grab a drink with friends (3/7 at 3pm) they switched servers after my friends ordered a drink once we got the new waitress i ordered a drink, she never brought it or checked in our table an once my friends were close to being done with their drinks i couldn't even order one cause what's the point. i noticed she checked other tables but avoided ours maybe realized she never brought me my drink an asked if we wanted another or the check 40 min or so after. horrible service read more

Excellent spot for a nice, special occasion dinner out where you're looking to spend a bit more than you might otherwise. It's a casual atmosphere with families sitting next to couples dressed to the nines. The dining room is a bit cramped so it can get loud. Service was attentive and pretty quick; had enough water and they bring dishes as they're ready vs all at once. No dogs allowed but they've got a curbside seating area and a small alleyway patio. The dishes were all super flavorful and texturally interesting. The hearts of palm salad was fantastic and refreshing on a hot day. The palm was tender enough to cut with the fork. The vinaigrette was bright, citrusy, and just salty enough to make the veggies pop. Grilled octopus is amazing. Love the chewy texture without it being rubbery. The beans were silky smooth and crazy rich. The salsa macha adds a nice kick of heat to all the heavy flavors and textures. . Mushrooms were my least favorite dish. Very vinegary and the flavors didn't really blend. The mounds of Cotija aren't really fatty enough to cut through the woody, tangy mushrooms and chili oil. Overall it's excellent for special occasions or a night of treating yourself but a bit tough for my blood. read more

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We had a great dinner at Pajarito last night. My only complaint is that the soft taco shells fall apart. A wet paper towel would hold together better. I ate my tacos with a fork - still delicious. The chips and guac were excellent as were the margaritas. It was a little loud inside - we prefer their patios but rain led us inside. The staff was attentive and helpful. read more

Met a friend here for a late birthday dinner. Cute little spot in Edina. Nice size bar area. Unique wall art. My friend and I got caught up talking and didn't even look at the menu prior to our waitress coming to our table. Our waitress was nice and patient. I ordered the Pajarito Margarita and birria tacos. For an appetizer we shared the guacamole and chips. Everything was very good. Food came out hot and flavorful. I wanted to try the key like cheesecake, but was too full, so I'll to try it next time. read more

Pajarito - Parjarito Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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I ordered a tuna tostada which I would say is small in size like great for an appetizer or if you are looking for something on the lighter side. I really enjoyed the presentation, but the tuna was very cold like frosty. It seemed like it was almost frozen. I did not mention anything to my server and I'm sure if I did they would have made it right. I have visited on another occasion and tried the birria tacos and I would highly suggest. Also, they don't put ice in your water glass and no ice in the carafe, which I thought was strange, but I prefer room temp water anyway. read more

Pajarito - Tuna Tostada - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Date night with my beautiful wife. We had this place on our list for sometime and tried a little bit of everything. Great patio as well as inside dining and they have a community room for groups. We tried the tacos, the torta and appetizers. Salsas are by flights and the drinks are really good! Great place, fun vibe, make sure to park in the garage behind the restaurant. read more

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Came for happy hour which goes from 3-6 weekdays! I love nachos and was very happy with these!! It'd be even better with a little Guac on it but overall enjoyable. Rail drinks are $6 and I couldn't decide what to get went back and forth. I saw something online called a whiskey smash so I asked for something like that. It wasn't my fav so I wouldn't ask for it again and got an up charge but nice that they tried to accommodate me. The choco flan is wonderful!!! Also tried a chicken tinga tostada!!! The place was quiet with nice dim lighting. It's a Nice stop after work! read more

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We needed a fun happy hour patio and Pajarito absolutely delivered! I had been to their St. Paul location many times before, so I was excited to check out this place a bit closer to home! Parking at 50th and France is a nightmare, so give yourself some extra time and just commit to a parking garage! It might be a little walk, but you'll be much less stressed ;) Service was great at Pajarito...attentive but not overbearing at all! We simply shared the chips and salsa, which comes with a choice of 6 possible salsas! The REAL star though is the Yuca Fries appetizer. That's the must have if you ask me! Wash it down with the famous Pajarito Spicy Marg and you have the formula for a perfect happy hour afternoon! With a huge indoor dining space, a great happy hour menu, and a summer patio...I think Pajarito is an awesome addition to the offerings at 50th and France. read more

Pajarito - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

One of our favorite date night spots. A couple could likely split chips and guac, two tacos (one entree for two people), and a side -- and get plenty of food to eat. - I like the decor a lot here. My wife says the St. Paul location has a cozier feel, but we both think the Edina location is nonetheless a good spot. - Pork carnitas tacos are a staple for us. A big portion of meat. - Chips and guac are a must here. - A friend of mine recently raved about their Shrump Tacos. - Limeade is a great non-alcoholic drink option here. read more

After strolling around at the Edina Art fair, a friend and I settled on dinner at Pajarito. I have to admit the portions were very generous and after having ice cream I had to take home half of our food. We started out with their cheesy fundido queso. The cauliflower had nice garnish on it and large enough for a second serving. My shrimp tacos were yummy. The be honest neither my friend and I cared for the chips that came with the guacamole. The queso fondido and pita was by far was my favorite. The gooey, hot, cheesy goodness was everything. read more

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The Birria Tacos are a must try! We can't go to Pajarito and not order the tacos Highly recommend the salsas as well read more

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As far as Mexican cuisine goes, there's a huge disparity so trying a new place is always a roll of the dice but Pajarito was excellent. We tried most of the menu and every dish was better than the last. The chips guac and salsas were crisp and delicious. We then tried the shrimp tacos, the chicken tinga tacos, the carnitas tacos, and best of all, the Birria tacos. All of them were outrageously good. We had to circle back and order a second order of Birria because they were next level amazing. To wash them down we had Pajarito top shelf margaritas which were terrific. I had mine spiced with their habanero tincture for an extra kick which was a veteran decision. It was the perfect compliment to the meal thus far. We then shared the scallop ceviche, the heart of palm salad, the black beans, mushrooms, and perhaps the crescendo of an already amazing meal, the grilled octopus. It was cooked perfectly with a ton of flavor. The texture of octopus can be rubbery and unpleasant but this dish was tender and delicious. My only regret is I didn't have room for desert.. recommend, 10 out of 10. read more

I've been here 3 times for drinks, chips & salsa, and enjoyed my experiences! The margaritas are pretty good, presentation is great, and I do love the SUPER SPICY salsa variations they offer. The salsa flight is a fun thing to try and conversation piece. The atmosphere is hit or miss, as half of the restaurant feels like you're sitting in the kitchen. I prefer the front area of the restaurant by the windows. Service is also hit or miss, hosts aren't super attentive, take a while to come to the front to greet you, and often seat even reservations at poor tables, even when not busy. Once I had a fun server, but overall not super impressed with the service here. read more

Pajarito - Habenero Cilantro Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Great vibes all around! The decor is fun and makes for a great date spot or place to go with friends. I went for a friend's birthday and was not disappointed! The Chino Latino drink is superb! I like the balance of smokey yet subtle sweetness and tanginess. The Tuna Tostada was beautiful and tasty! Great service. I'd definitely recommend checking this place out if you haven't tried it yet! read more

Pajarito - Chino Latino - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Great spot for modern Mexican! Grabbed dinner here last week and had a great experience. Our group had a variety of dishes and all enjoyed. We split chips and guacamole too and the chips were raved about. Good service- free parking in the garage across the street. read more

Pajarito - Pork Ribs - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

The vibe and the service here are so good. Server was extra attentive! It's a new favorite for happy hour. I love the spicy marg and nachos with beef! Ass a little spice with some jalapeños! Though not on the happy hour menu, the Brussels sprouts are a great afternoon snack. Extra crispy and flavorful! Giving it a 4 because the idea of walking all the way back to my car in the parking garage after happy hour is just no. Someone please give me a piggy back ride! read more

Pajarito - Spicy Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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I had dinner here tonight and got food poisoning and ended up puking after I left. The service was good. I enjoyed the outdoor patio. But that was the only good part. Another complaint was we were sitting at a table and the server came to clean the table next to us and sprayed a ton of chemical cleaner and the wind caused it to mist into our food. Overall the food was horrible. The $8 happy hour chicken wings were disgustingly bland with no seasoning and no marinade. The chicken was slightly pink in some parts. I ordered ribs and my friend got the octopus. My ribs were okay but had way too much oil and no salt. My friend's octopus tentacles tasted fishy but tender. The white bean casserole it came with was the best tasting thing out of the things we ordered. Definitely never returning. read more