This now replaces El Sombrero. We just had lunch to try it…read moreout. Folded did seem authentic and not Americanized. Lunch chicken tacos. $ 7.30. Three nice size tacos were very tasty. The third one got a little soggy due to juices pooling on the plate. Very basic but lots of sauces on the table to Modelo Negro $5.89 Cuban mojito was in 20 ?oz glass $14. Lunch fajitas$14. Was good Note chips are provided free Server was Kimberly.

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!

Small place. Food was delicious. I admit I wasn't feeling Mexican food but the burritos were huge!…read moreTwo ppl in the party got them. I got a cheese quesadilla and a side of fries. The fries were similar size and shape to McDonald fries! so good! Hot and fresh. Would definitely come here again. The staff were very friendly and nice.

We went for a late lunch 1:45pm, and there were only a handful of people. We were greeted with a…read moresmile and seated. Asked if we wanted drinks. Brought out drink order and chips and salsa, chips were homemade, and salsa was not spicy (good for a Scandinavian). Asked if we had any questions. The menu was not over stimulating and was a good variety of Mexican food. My husband ordered the Chimichanga, and I ordered a taco salad. We bought got the shredded beef. Food arrived in a timely manner. We both loved the shredded beef! Added a nice flavor without too much heat! My lettuce was fresh, and the crispy shell the salad was placed in was also good! If you're in the mood for Mexican in Mahtomedi, check Red Luna Seasons

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 had a group of 7 there for lunch on a Sunday and were able to be seated immediately which was…read moregreat. The queso dip was delicious and I loved my Quesabirria dish. Everyone in the group was happy with their food, which is a win. Timing wise all the entrees came out within 5 minutes of each other- which I know is tricky in a large group. Our server was great and the interior felt really modern which helps this new restaurant stand out against some of the other Mexican restaurants in the area.

Muy bien! Finally…read morewent to try the new Mexican restaurant in town. We were pleasantly surprised with the service, food, and atmosphere. It seemed like a team effort with service from drinks, to order, to receiving our food, and checking in with us. Enrique and Andres were extremely helpful. All the staff wears name tags. Love that. No wait to be seated on a Friday night at 6:45. I ordered shredded chicken enchiladas verdes (no queso sauce on this option - which I prefer). Everything was very fresh tasting and I could not believe how quickly the food came out! Chips and Salsa - has to be one of the best tasting salsas in the twin cities. I'm picky too. It has a nice kick of flavor/heat. They have a bunch of TVs around the restaurant and a very cool bar. The chairs are roomy and modern looking. I love the colorful decor.

This has got to be a front because there food is disgraceful to all other Mexican food.read more

I used to eat here often. Then the owner sold the business,…read moreand the food now is mediocre. Very disappointed

Think the taste of authentic Mexican food and the speed and ease of Chipotle. Catrina's is an…read moreamazing place. Everything is greasy and amazing. The staff is very nice. And the decorations are colorful and inviting.

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 food was ok…read more Service was fine. Ambiance ok. Would I go back no. I had never been there and wanted to support the business during visits from ICE.

I like El taquitos so much and i will highly recommend it cause it is 10 out of 10 for me cause i…read morelike the taste of Tinga tacos also the enchiladas are the best I ever tasted but they are really entertaining even welcoming me also trust worthy

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!