Saint Paul Taquería Tour

Expiration: Oct 30th 2026

This is your ticket to the tastiest and most authentic tacos in Minnesota's Capital City!


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Saint Paul Taquería Tour

Price

Free

Included Venues

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Boca Chica Taco House

Established in 1975, this delicious West Side joint is the fast-casual version of its mother restaurant across the street, Boca Chica. Enjoy the same great traditional flavors with convenience featuring your choice of street-style or Tex Mex tacos.

El Burrito Mercado

An authentic Mexican deli featuring grab-and-go tacos, a specialty grocer, and cantina serving Saint Paul’s West Side community since 1979. Venture in on their Taco Tuesdays for $2 A La Carte tacos all day long.

El Charrito

Galvan Foods and Tortilleria

This West Side tortilla producer crafts the freshest homemade flour and heirloom corn tortillas. Rooted in Mexican and Tex Mex tradition, this tortilleria offers locals a chance to shop products to take home or taste them in action from its deli counter at both the indoor and outdoor locations of the St. Paul Farmer’s Market in Lowertown.

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Habanero Tacos Grill & Bar

What once was a seasonal food truck inspired by recipes from their mother's kitchen is now a flavorful eatery that isn't afraid to turn up the heat. Located in the Selby West Neighborhood, this restaurant features an awesome lineup of tacos, burritos, tostadas, and tortas for your street-food fix with a spicy kick.

Hamburguesas El Gordo #3

It’s not just a fast-food joint; it’s an experience that will take your tastebuds on a journey through their selection of familiar favorites with a bold twist. Though most notable for their juicy burgers and customizable fries, their menu is also home to some must-try street-style inspired tacos.

Homi Restaurant

This fast-casual taco hotspot on University Avenue features traditional tacos that are inspired by the recipes of the owners’ families and flavors of their homeland. Everything is made on the spot and from scratch—including their chips and salsas—to provide visitors with the most authentic dining experience.

Lulu's Salsas

This culinary gem that has been the cornerstone of Mexican cuisine in the Como neighborhood for more than two decades. The tapestry of flavors showcased in their vibrant salsa selection perfectly complements their array of handcrafted tacos, leaving you wanting to come back for more.

Nico’s Taco Bar on Como

Inspired by traditional Mexican street food, Chef Alejandro Victoria’s uses indigenous herbs and spices to bring authentic recipes from his homeland of Michoacan, Mexico, to life. This vibrant eatery is your best pick for a modern taco and tequila experience in the heart of the Como neighborhood.

Taco'n Madre Taqueria Y Cevicheria

A simple space on the West Side with an extensive menu that offers a little something for everyone. From your classic three taco combo plates to fresh ceviche, you’re bound to have a taste of something that feels like a comforting hug to your tastebuds.

Taquería El Buen Gusto

Holding true to its name, “Buen Gusto,” which is Spanish for “Good Taste,” is known for using the freshest ingredients to craft high-quality taste. Venture in to try tacos stuffed with flavorful slow-roasted pork, juicy steak, roasted Mexican chicken, and more.

Taquería Los Ocampo

With three locations in the capital city—East Side, Merriam Park, and Rondo—it must be good. Though most notorious for their masa cakes, a corn-based cake made from ground corn, their tacos are also a shining star on their menu.

Taquería Los Paisanos

No frills, all flavor. This taqueria is your go-to spot for affordable, delicious, and classic tacos on the East Side.

Tavial Grill

This beloved West Seventh Street businesses is the perfect grab-and-go spot for quick and tasty Mexican eats. Stop in to try one of their 10 taco selections, including unique offerings for the adventurous eaters like Cabeza (cheek meat) or Lengua (beef tongue).

Tromperia El zac

Opened last May, this family-owned restaurant is the newest taqueria on the block. Stop in to experience mouthwatering tacos, and other eats, that pay homage to the flavors of Veracruz, Mexico.