The Minneapolis Mexican restaurant, El Norteño, on Lake Street is a woman-run, family-owned establishment serving authentic cuisine inspired by the flavors of Northern Mexico.
Dine-in and take-out options serving tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and an assortment of other favorite Mexican food dishes! Family-friendly, kid-friendly, and perfect for a date night.
Accommodating meal options for meat-eaters, vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free diets.
Be sure to check out the beautiful outdoor patio and rain garden in the warmer months!
Familiar Mexican eats are featured at this snug joint with a casual ambiance & patio seating. Based on 336 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
4000 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: (612) 722-6888
Website: https://elnortenominneapolis.com/
Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
|
Closed |
| Tuesday |
4–9 PM |
| Wednesday |
4–9 PM |
| Thursday |
4–9 PM |
| Friday |
4–9 PM |
| Saturday |
4–9 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
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Reviews
Nomes
When you first walk in, it feels like Covid is still going on! Looks like it’s pickup only. No seating in the restaurant (late august 2023)
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Mark Swan
Wonderful patio area makes you feel like you’re not even close to the busy streets. Great guac, carnitas, taco salad, and enchiladas. No tequila or hard liquor but simple selection of beer.
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Mark Brady
Everything’s very good here. Fresh made to order.. Not too spicy. Not too expensive. Street parking only. Only open in the evenings 4 to 9 PM Tuesday through Saturday. Very nice outdoor patio.
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Lisa Love
Loved this 100% authentic Mexican restaurant. We sat outside, and it was full of life. Plants and flowers were all around us. Would 100% recommend!
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Windom Shields
Brought my wife here for her birthday and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. La doña served us her specialty mole dish on the patio out back, and we ended up ordering another burrito to take home with us. We will absolutely be back!
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Dan Sprague
Little shrimp in my shrimp dish, no chips and $7.00 for a NA beer.
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Claire Nelson
Delicious food, the loveliest patio space, and wonderful women who run it. It was like stepping into my grandma’s kitchen, only mexican and not swedish. We will be back.
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david c
This place is a casual gem run by three sisters with a passion for great food who treat you as a family guest. The menu is standard but well made. Service is very pleasant
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Jasmine Anderson
Amazing food, everything was delicious. Best guacamole i’ve had in the twin cities, highly recommend for a dine in experience, they have a beautiful patio.
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Yana
Took an Uber from my hotel only to discover they are currently closed “due to an accident”. Nowhere on there website or google does it inform anyone of this. We tried calling to book a reservation several times before and never got an answer, which made sense, but the voicemail message didn’t say anything about it either. Hope to get to experience it in my next trip to the area, then I’ll be able to update my review.
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