You can barely eat anywhere for under $10 with inflation and restaurants raising prices so I was a bit shell shocked to find tacos still unbelievably reasonably priced here! And these are not wimpy tacos. These are generous sized tacos, generous sides and a generous salsa bar. There is minor confusion when you walk in because the restaurant and grocery store occupy the same space. You order at the food counter but you don't pay until AFTER you finish the meal. Seating is around the corner, tucked away. Also note these tacos take time. It's not the order and you get your meal right away. Expect to sit around 10 minutes or so before your food arrives but it's worth it because it's so good and filling. The ambiance is no frills and sparse but if you can overlook that and just enjoy the tacos, this place is worth a visit. read more

Taqueria La Perla - Tacos Americanos. Worth every penny. Loaded meat and toppings. - International Grocery Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

I've tried every other taco place in town so had to round off the list. Upon walking in, you see a small seating area and a grocery store. There wasn't anyone working in the kitchen so I used my Spanish and asked if I could order. The gentleman seemed bothered but made my two tacos. I'm not sure if there's certain lunch times but I went around 2pm. He then had the female worker ring me up. Pleas note they take cards for a minimum of $8. Plan ahead everyone. She was very nice. I got a carnitas and a barbacoa taco. Both were pretty good. No complaints. Each came with onion and cilantro on top. It also came with garnishes of radish lime and salsas. Great prices. Great meats. Would return for sure. Come support local business here. read more

Taqueria La Perla - Tacos to go. So good!!!! - International Grocery Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

Taqueria La Perla (located inside of La Perla Market) in Waite Park serves up absolutely phenomenal authentic Mexican food and they are soooo underrated. I've been a regular here for a few years, and they deserve to have more customers come in to try their tremendous food. Whether you're craving tortas, burritos, quesadillas, or tacos...they have it all. The food here barely costs you a penny as their menu is very reasonably priced. My go-to are the tacos here...each made with two corn tortillas (which somehow makes it taste so much better than just having one tortilla), diced onions, guac, and cilantro. My favorite tacos are the carnitas taco, the carne asada taco, and the barbacoa taco. Keep in mind, there are days where not all of the meats are available...they may or may not have the kind of taco meat you request, but don't worry, there's not a bad choice in this joint. The carne asada meat here is diced and seasoned so perfectly. The barbacoa is the perfect amount of spice. As for the carnitas, it is so tender and juicy. Each one is mouth-watering in its own way. The only critique I would have for Taqueria La Perla is the interior of the place. It is not the most cleanly and space is limited. They recently got booths instead of the tables they had before, but even then, Taqueria La Perla could use some renovations. But hey, good food is good food and that's what's most important. It's unfortunate that most people in the St. Cloud/Waite Park area do not know of the fact that they make fresh Mexican cuisine every day from 9am-9pm along with the grocery store. This is because it says "La Perla Market" on the outside which leads customers to think it is only if you want to buy market goods that you should stop by here. 95% of the time I've been to Taqueria La Perla, I've been the only non-Latino person eating food there. At times, I've had a tough time communicating with a few of the employees there, but they are such sweet people. They always find a way to accommodate to you even if someone has to step in to do some translating. Times like these when I wish I had taken Spanish in high school. Don't be shy, if you're in the St. Cloud area, come in for some amazing Mexican food! You will LOVE it! read more

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If your looking for authentic look no further. I stop anytime I'm in St. Cloud area. Great market as well to find specialty items for cooking. read more

Taqueria La Perla - Asada tacos - International Grocery Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

Right on the money. This is THE place for the best tacos in St Cloud. I promise you they are real. The menu is not cluttered. The food is simple and fresh. Try the lengua. It is the tenderest I have had. Try everything. You will be happy. read more

I sample taco shops all over the country and Mexico. This amount of gristle from only two tacos. Sorry but I won't be back. read more

Taqueria La Perla - Gristle, 2 carne asada tacos. 50% of the meat was gristle. this is only the second time in 20 years the meat was this bad. - International Grocery Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

Super cute shop! The tacos are authentic and taste amazing! Everything is made to order and nothing is over $9.99. Tacos are only $1.85 a piece - highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for some great Mexican food at a low price! read more

Taqueria La Perla - Steak tacos - International Grocery Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

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Pound for pound, the best tacos in St. Cloud. Perhaps the best in outstate MN. Quality and authenticity make up for a rather simple menu - which I have been told is expanding. The main dishes are solid. Small authentic touches add up in a big way . If you have ever had the privilege of living in Mexico - this will bring back fond memories. My only frustrations with the food are the rice and beans, which are mediocre and very much an afterthought. Do yourself a favor, and order La Alambre - essentially a taco plate (or "un orden") without any sides (why waste your appetite on beans/rice?). Layout: seating can be cramped. There are three booths and a small table (maybe two?) Strategic planning and flexibility are a must. There would clearly be difficulty in accommodating a group larger than 4-6. Finding sufficient seating can be a challenge during busy periods, during which longer waits can also be expected. However, the food is WELL WORTH any minor inconvenience. Service is generally quite excellent. In particular from an older woman I believe to be the owner. Best Mexican food in St. Cloud. read more

Great food, decent value, nice people. We stopped by for lunch, I had tacos (tripa and pastor). The boys split a torta and the wife had fajitas. The tacos were some of the best I ever had, for less than $2 each with guacamole on the al pastor . The boys loved the torta chicken, I tried it but I don't get chicken in a Mexican place. The only negative was the fajitas did not have enough meat. We got drinks from the store that is connected, which is less expensive and more selection than restaurants. Service was good, you order at the counter and they bring it to you. Pay after you eat, drinks were paid for at a separate register. I would like this place in Minnetrista, instead of an hour away. read more

Went here a couple weeks ago while on a road trip. It is so authentic and is even attached to a great Mexican market, where you can get Takis; which was a highlight for my significant other. We came here for the tacos, and I ended up getting three, one carne asada, one chicken, and one pork. The tacos were great! They even came with guacamole on them. They are small, so next time I'd probably order more. They are also only around 2$ a piece. Everything on the menu is very low priced. My significant other got the fajitas and they were decent too. The rice was amazing! The only reason I am rating this only three stars is because the service was very slow. When we were there, only one lady was taking orders and making all the food. Overall a great place for cheap, authentic Mexican food. read more

Went in for a couple taco's, advertised on window authentic tacos @ 1.99. The older guy could not speak English, ran up tacos stated 9.00 then said no 6.00 plus I showed him the menu, he kept pointing to 2.69 each, don't get food there if you want to be overcharged. Dirty inside even after they washed the floor. Walked out and they lost my business and others!! read more

As close to authentic Mexican as you'll get in St Cloud. It boggles the mind, though. How does Northfield, MN have a far superior Mexican restaurant (El Triunfo) than we do? I take umbrage at this fact. UMBRAGE, I SAY. Look at all the umbrage I take. read more

Worst food I've ever had. Ordered chicken fajitas, horrible marinade, dry, tough chicken, wet tortilla wraps. Beef nachos featured what appeared to be velveta cheese and soggy tortilla chips topped with fake sour cream and watered down guacamole. read more

Best Mexican in St.Cloud. I wish their salsa was Spicer. That also have a grocery connected to the hot food area. Good prices.

This is a awesome mom and pop store / Taqueria everything about the food makes you feel somebody care. It's just a local place but if you want authentic this is the place and then you can go shopping afterwards. read more

This place and their tacos are the real deal. THIS is what authentic tacos are supposed to look like, smell like, and taste like. Several choices of meat to choose from, then piled on with as much onion, cilantro, and homemade guacamole as you want. There are entrées available as well with beans and rice- the plates were heaping full and larger than the average plate. Drinks are available in the grocery store part- grab what you would like out of the cooler. Speaking of the grocery store, its a nice little place to pick up all the authentic ingredients you need- my mom was very impressed with their selection and prices on real cane sugar. This is the closest thing to a real taco outside of California. I will definitely be back! read more

Taqueria La Perla - Pork Tacos, exactly as they should be. Delicious! - International Grocery Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

Authentic taqueria style eatery, attached to a Hispanic market. Had the tacos pastor and a cheese quesadilla and they were amazing. Inexpensive and tasty. If I find myself in the St. Cloud area, come back here I will. read more

The best Mexican food in St. Cloud. I've been to Mexico and I'm from the west coast so I've had some pretty good food. It's the best you'll find in St. Cloud and it's pretty cheap read more

Some of the best Mexican I've ever had . Fresh, flavorful this is a gem in St. Cloud. So happy we found this will definitely be back!! Wonderful read more