I've driven this place for years. Finally decided to give them a shot. Best torta in the Twin Cities. I tasted every ingredient in the torta. Very tasty! My boys had quesadillas and loved them. My older boy said their asada burrito was better than Chipotle. We waited about 10min for our food to arrive. All of us had let our food cool a bit. Love the flair of the restaurant with all its colors!! We'll be back! read more

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The food here is ALWAYS delicious! Always fresh, and hot! I get the asada tacos most of the time and the meat has great flavor! They've never disappointed me. Also staff has always been kind & attentive. I love this place! Wish you were open on Sundays (when I'm off work) lol but cannot complain about anything! (Ouh, and their GREEN salsa with anything is DELISH. Thanks Tavail! read more

This place is sneaky good. Tucked into the west seventh area of St. Paul - the building would make you think there isn't a lot to offer, but don't take Tavial at face value. The chicken enchiladas were pretty darn good! I asked them to spice it up and was given some light green sauce to drizzle over them. Wow! It really packed a kick and was super tasty. My only regret is that I didn't also get these spicy jalapeño roll up things they were advertising as an appetizer. They looked super good! There is a lot of Mexican food to pick from on the east side of the twin cities - but this place is right up there in terms of taste. read more

Tavial Grill - Chicken 3 Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Service is consistently friendly, and I'm always happy to support small businesses. That said, the food quality can be hit or miss depending on what you order. The tacos and quesadillas are solid and definitely worth trying, but I've been disappointed with the burritos and the pork al pastor. The carne asada burrito looked substantial at first, but it was overwhelmingly filled with plain white rice, which made it feel bland and not what I'd expect in terms of flavor or balance. The pork al pastor was even more disappointing. It didn't resemble traditional al pastor in taste or texture. It was overly sweet, lacked depth, and the pork itself was extremely dry, unfortunately dry enough to make it difficult to finish. There are still some good items on the menu, and the service keeps me open to giving them another try but based on my experience, I wouldn't describe the food overall as authentic or five-star quality. read more

Yum, yum! Came here over lunch for some tacos--I had the chicken tinga and pastor! Tacos came out fast and HOT. Both were flavorful and delicious but the fresh tortillas were the standout to me. I will be back--and I saw they have a drive through too. read more

Tavial Grill - Chicken tinga and El pastor tacos - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

We arrived in Minneapolis earlier than expected on our way to the airport and decided to skip the exorbitant airport prices and mediocre food. After reading the Yelp reviews, we chose Tavial Grill - and we were so glad we did. This is truly authentic Mexican food. I had the al pastor taco and it was absolutely delicious. The tortilla was incredibly fresh and clearly handmade, and the meat and pineapple were perfectly seasoned. My husband ordered the carnitas burrito and wow - it was huge! Definitely come hungry. He said it was packed with flavor and one of the best burritos he's had. On top of the amazing food, the service was outstanding - friendly, welcoming, and efficient. Tavial Grill was well worth the short trip and far better than anything we would've found at the airport. We will definitely be back! read more

This is the kind of hole-in-the-wall little gem that you can immediately tell when walking in is going to deliver great food. There's no flair or fanciness about this place -- just delicious Mexican cuisine. I got a quesadilla and flan. The prices were reasonable, and the flavor was top notch. The staff were friendly, and even though it was right at lunch time, my order was ready to go within a few minutes. They packaged up the flan separately from the quesadilla, so it would stay cold, which was very thoughtful. I will definitely be coming back here! read more

Stopped in after a visit to the James J Hill house as this place was highly recommended on Yelp. This place was great! I love a good street taco and these were really tasty. We got steak and chicken, no onions on either of them, with some chips, queso, and salsa. The prices were also reasonable for the cities and they had a lot to choose from on the menu. Quick and great service and plenty of seating inside. It is more casual than I expected but I loved the vibe and they had their own parking lot which is always a plus! I want to go back to try some other items and maybe a dessert since they had some interesting options. read more

Tavial Grill - Chips queso Pico de Gallo - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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The tamale's flavor was really good, the chicken was scarce though so that was a little disappointing. The torta's chicken was chicken tinga. I wasn't the biggest fan of it. There were good bites and there were bites that the flavor was just odd. Overall I don't think I'd come again it wasn't my cup of tea and I was craving Mexican today so I'm a bit disappointed. read more

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Vegetarian taco salad....don't expect vegetables other than a pile of shredded lettuce, a few sad bits of chopped tomato. In addition to that, there was a little bit of rice and a ton of cheese...no beans, no fajita veggies...it seemed like it was made by someone who doesn't understand the concept of a salad. Disappointing. read more

Food was very good and authentic! Staff was very friendly and accommodating to all of our needs/requests. Had our food ready in 10-15 mins for a group of 5! Will definitely return in the future :) read more

Mmmm tinga chicken for enchiladas makes no sense...the rice lost its soul somehow...but the tortilla and cheese were good...overall ass

So good! We love having this spot in the neighborhood. It's always good for a quick meal and the kids love it too.

Excellent place. Unpretentious simple and delicious Authentic Mexican foods. Chilliquiles with steak. The steak is perfectly cooked with burnt edges and perfectly seasoned. Also had lengua taco. Generous amount of lengua and amazing flavors read more

Tavial Grill - Fish taco & lengua taco - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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We worked with Tavial on a team meal for Highland Park High School boys basketball. The team was so helpful making food and quantity selections and working with us on pick up times etc. the food was SO GOOD. Maybe the best refried beans and chips I have ever had. The chicken tinga and asada were also delicious and the boys loved them. Salsas and toppings were spot on. Thank you so much Tavial!!!! read more

Still the same wonderful food and quick service. Is MN spicy not Mexican spicy unless you add the red sauce! ( which is delicious oh by the way.) This is the most authentic Mexican food we've found in the area, further exemplified/demonstrated by the number of Hispanic men coming through at lunchtime for meals! Highly recommend. read more

Tavial Grill - The chorizocasadia. Looks like an omelette W/o any egg! - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Went out for a quick food. Service was great, food came out fast. Awesome Mexican place to have a drive through- it's rare up here in MN. Ambience very cozy place with old school diner feel. Order a good amount of food: Asada fries: it's ground beef well flavor over cricket fries. Smother with nacho cheese sauce. Very good- fries was crispy and soft El pastor tacos: did not taste like pastor flavor. It was just sweet like flavor with pineapple. Not much flavor Asada dinner plate: same ground beef on the fries with a salad , beans , and rice. Good but not great. El pastor tamales: tamales didn't have much flavor in the masa, the pork inside was super dry- flavorless Horchata : very good and sweet but a lot of cinnamon- overall refreshing good. If looking for drive through or quick okay Mexican food then coming here is fine. Disclaimer: for people who comes From California who loves Mexican food or if you Knows what the flavor of Mexican food is, most places here in the twins cities or MN, is not Mexican FLavor food. Reason be- most Spanish speaking folks or Mexicans restyup here are operated by Central Americans or Latin Americans. If you feel like why the Mexican restaurants flavor is different or doesn't taste right - that is the reason why. The majority of Spanish speaking folks up here are canteal Americans or from Latin America. read more

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All I can say is YUM!! Tavial Grill did not disappoint in the slightest. Of course this was an Uber Eats order but I ordered a variety of items so I could get a broad taste of the menu as best as possible. Shoutout to a review from fellow elite, Ralph M, you were right, that meat cheek quesadilla is no joke - sooo good!! I ordered the cheek meat quesadilla (so tender and juicy and so flavorful!), the carne asada torta (also insanely flavorful, I've never had a torta before because I was always afraid it would be too much bread but this is sooo yummy!!), the chips + guacamole (guac was a little too tart for my liking but the chips were great), the tres leches cake (super moist++), galaxy cake (chocolate cake with caramel), and two horchatas! Huge order but so worth it getting to try as many things as possible on the menu. Would 10/10 recommend this restaurant, I will be favoriting it and coming back anytime I have a Mexican craving! Recommending to all of my friends :). read more

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A great family run establishment with the friendliest customer service around. The food is always great. Super fresh and flavorful. We've ordered several times and will recommend anyone to give it a try. read more

This is a great spot for lunch that has a very authentic Mexican feel and taste. We shared the chicken chimichanga and got extra rice vs beans. I typically go for Mexican rice vs white rice, however this rice was sweet and had a lot of flavor. The chimi had great texture and very affordable for how large it is. We also shared 2 tacos that was asada/beef and pastor/pork and both were also great. They have a parking lot or you can park on the street. You order at the front and they call when ready and plenty of room to sit down in the lobby. read more

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Torta de milanesa me encanto! 10/10 Food was amazing! Definitely recommend . Small establishment but the food was amazing! Definitely coming back. read more

Tavial Grill - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

For a quick informal lunch or dinner this is a good little Mexican joint. Portions are large. The food is tasty. The prices are right. Its not the most expansive Mexican restaurant menu around, but has a good selection. I recommend. read more

First, it's a unique experience as you walk up to the building because they have all sorts of different peppers growing in the planters out front! When you walk inside, it's small but I LOVE the pictures above the ordering counter of all their common dishes. It's for the same reason we all love yelp, you get pictures of the food before you order! The horchata was the best I've ever had; milky, cinnamon, and refreshing. Perfectly balanced! I love it when entrees are served with rice and beans. It's a perfect complement to the cuisine. The Tomales were very good. You can taste the corn, but also they were prepared with some spice. I loved it, however, my 1-year-old couldn't handle the heat... that's ok, I'm still working on him! Lastly, I love hot salsa but go mild. The flavor on the mild salsa was perfect, and it was still relatively spicey. It's a red salsa that tastes like it's ingredients have been roasted! read more

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We are so lucky to have this place in our neighborhood. We love the tacos, quesadillas, alhambre, and tamales. So delicious and always has the nicest people behind the counter. Note - counter service and take out only. read more

Fantastic authentic Mexican spot on 7th! They have dine in as well as a nice drive thru. Vast menu of tacos, burritos, tamales, quesadillas, enchiladas, fajitas, chimichangas and various appetizers and desserts. No matter what there is something here on the menu for you. The asada tortas are truly remarkable and packed full of flavor. Even during the lunch rush my meal was ready in under 5 minutes, fast friendly service. Definitely recommend checking our Tavial Grill if you are in the area read more

It's my favorite spot in town. The workers are always kind and the food always gets prepared fast. It's worth trying the entire menu but I don't tend to waver from my three favorite dishes: 1. Chimichanga Plate. Fried to perfection and you can get a side of their delicious rice. 2. Tinga or Pastor Burrito: Both meat options come with a ton of flavor and the burritos themselves are packed to the brim. Highly recommend pairing it with their verde hot sauce for some kick. 3. Torta: I usually get carnitas and it's hands down the best torta I've had. Always baked perfectly to get a nice crisp on the meat and cheese. The sauce seems to have a chipotle flavor which may not be for all but makes it my personal favorite. read more

Keeping with the theme of supporting local spots less than a mile from our house this weekend. This one is legit blocks from our house so we hit it up quite a bit. Spoiled much? It's a casual spot that's been completely family owned and run since 2014. The slew of authentic Mexican dishes adorning their menu have been in the family for generations and I haven't ordered anything I haven't loved. I personally am into it because there are a lot of more adventurous dishes you're unlikely to find at most Mexican spots -- let alone at a MN fast/casual spot with a drive-thru. As soon as I saw Lengua (beef tongue), Cabeza (cheek meat), and Buche (pork stomach) I was in like flint. And you can get them in taco, burrito, or quesadilla form!! What we ordered: Cheek Meat Quesadilla ~ super tender, marinated cheek meat, Mozzarella, Monterrey Jack and Cheddar cheese blend pressed and grilled in a flour tortilla. Comes with a side of lettuce, tomatoes & sour cream. **Dont get squeamish with trying cheek meat. It's so super tender and melts in your mouth! Think of a crock pot roast that has cooked low and slow so long that it shreds to the touch!** Chicken Tinga tacos ~ Shredded Chipotle Breast in Chipotle Sauce & Onions w/ cilantro and onions on corn tortillas. **Best Tinga we have found in all of the Twin Cities. No exaggeration!** Don't sleep on the house made hot sauces either!! Both red and green are muy beuno!! read more

Tavial Grill - Cheek Meat Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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The burrito weighed in at about 200 lbs, definitely a good deal at the price. The quesadilla was excellent and a bargain also. Everyone working here is cheerful and helpful, and it is just as fast as taco bell, for real food at a good price. read more

Was visiting Minnesota from Michigan and brought here by my friend- I was pleasantly surprised by the food! The green jalapeño sauce is AMAZING & exactly what you can find in Mexicantown in Detroit Michigan! The white rice doesn't look like anything special but it really has a great flavor! I ordered a steak quesadilla and it was delicious. Would definitely visit this place again if I'm ever in Minnesota! Prices were a bit high but maybe that's standard pricing for this area. Staff was friendly and was able to accurately make our $160 order. read more

Mi amigo y yo ordenamos los tacos y nachos. ¡Qué rico! Tomamos horchata fue delicioso. La música fue chévere. Quiero venir otra vez. ¡Es un restaurante muy bueno! Gracias Tavial Grill. read more

The quesadilla with Birria meat was great. So was the rice and beans. But the chopped steak had a bone in it that almost broke my tooth. Also the queso was not at all what I expected and not with the price. It was the smallest container of cheese that tasted like Tostito dip. Not worth $5.50 read more

We recently had a housewarming party with a bunch of extended family. Three days beforehand I realized I did NOT have time to whip up a beautiful spread for 15 people. Enter: Tavial Grill's catering. We ordered a few pounds each of al pastor and birria, an irresponsible amount of guacamole and pico de gallo, rice, and beans. The meats came with chopped onions, cilantro, limes, tortillas, and red and green hot sauces. The guac and pico came with freshly fried tortilla chips. Firstly, the food smelled so good that my husband threatened to eat it all on the drive home from the restaurant. The meats were AMAZING, both incredibly flavorful and moist. The fresh fried tortilla chips were heavenly. My nephew literally took a tortilla and filled it with just tortilla chips. The salsas are flavorful but be warned, they'll kick your butt. And I say that as someone who often slices up a raw serrano pepper and eats it alongside my dinner. The rice and beans are delicious, to the point where my husband didn't let me give his own father leftover beans because he wanted to eat them all. The only items that I thought were more "ok" than "great" were the guacamole and pico. Personally, I like a lot of flavor in my guac and pico; I add a lot of lime juice, garlic, and cilantro. These versions were rather bland to me, but for most people they'd probably be very good. The service I received was great! The gentleman in charge of catering helped me choose items and advised me on how much I needed. I was so tempted to order a LOT more meat and he heavily recommended against that, which I really appreciate. He was more concerned that I had the right amount of food rather than making a few extra dollars. He ended up being totally right, and we still had plenty of leftovers. No question, we'll be ordering from them again soon. read more

Excellent restaurant where they make all their sauces and chips and tortillas on sight have excellent pork tacos and tortes sausage.

Wow!! We spent 5 days in the Twin Cities for a family getaway. Our best meal of the trip was absolutely Tavial Grill! The staff was very kind and food came out quickly. Hands down the best chicken chimichanga I've ever had! We also appreciated the clean restroom during our time exploring the city. read more

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I won't lie, the pic of my dog is him laughing when I asked WTH do the hand a Philly Cheese Steak on the menu like a needle in a haystack. The young lady at the window without hesitation and in the best way one could ever respond said, there's a lot of folks that work around here that wanted one so we taught ourselves how to make the best. I can't say I've had one, but I trust her because our meal was outstanding!!! read more

Tavial Grill - Chief MaHomie G - Mexican Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Pretty authentic, tacos were large and came with a generous amount of meat, and prices were reasonable. They have a parking lot, so no need to worry about finding street parking. My only complaint was that they started vacuuming near closing time while we were still eating. Al Pastor Taco (5/5) - Very flavorful, would get this again. Carne Asada Taco (5/5) - Solid carne asada taco. I usually find that carne asada tacos are pretty consistent - hard to be spectacular and hard to mess up - and so the amount of meat is usually the differentiator, which this one does well on. Carnitas Taco (4/5) - The meat was a little dry, so you have to rely more on sauce to make it tasty. Philly Cheesesteak (5/5) - This was delicious. Great combo of meat/veggie/cheese. Definitely rivals any other Philly cheesesteak I've had in the twin cities. Highly recommend if you're a Philly cheesesteak lover! Carne Asada Torta (4/5) - No complaints about the flavor, but I felt this could've had more meat in it (esp relative to the tacos and given the price). I liked the crunch that was in this, since it gave the torta some varied texture. read more

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Nice change from all the other usuals. Very reasonably priced, clean, friendly and good food. Best of all is their chips. The chips are the thinner ones and just a tad bit greasy. Burritos are quite large. Rice is a different flavor- kind of a buttery flavor- really plump too Nachos were kind of meh. The chicken tasted like it had a strange Chipotle flavor on them, but they weren't terrible. Would definitely go back. read more

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Pretty good tacos. Ordered the pastor and fish tacos, and felt they were tasty. Portions are quite sizeable. No complaints, though I'd like to see a grilled fish option. read more

Great fish tacos and excellent huge burritos. 5 star. Great service it looks like a family run business.

Delicious! The carnita tacos were juicy and I love the mild and hot salsas with their crispy chips. Definitely going back!