Celebrate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage in Saint Paul
Cinco de Mayo Parade
Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cesar Chavez Street
Eat your way around these authentic restaurants:
Abogados Café
Abogados = Lawyers. Owners Ofelia and Inti grew up in Honduras and finished their law degrees in Saint Paul, then opened Abogados Café. They serve specialty coffee drinks following the law theme, such as the Fearless Lawtte, Motion Granted, Ex Parte, ReSipsa Lawquitur, Cold Call, and Sua Sponte and more.
Boca Chica & Boca Chica Taco House
“Boca Chica”, translated, means “little mouth of the river”. Boca Chica has been named one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Twin Cities. Boca Chica Mexican Restaurante contributes to the community’s cultural heritage by preserving in beautiful painted murals the history and the essence of the Mexican people.
Catrina’s
Catrina's Mexican Restaurant prides itself on bringing authentic Mexican flavors and dishes from Mexico to Minnesota.
Crasqui, Venezuelan Roots
Named after an island off the coast of Venezuela, Crasqui offers a welcoming atmosphere with a fresh Caribbean feel, both indoors and out with a menu featuring a variety of hot and cold appetizers, main courses, sides, desserts, and specialty cocktails
El Burrito Mercado
El Burrito Mercado is a family-owned Latino Marketplace recognized for its delicious and authentic Mexican restaurant, bakery, and deli. The restaurant and market boast a rich history in Saint Paul and have been widely regarded by publications as the finest Mexican dining experience in the city.
Don Pancho’s Bakery
Located in District del Sol, Don Pancho's Saint Paul Bakery has an array of goodies from cakes, breads, and cookies that are sure to hit the spot.
HoMi Restaurant
The HoMi Restaurants staff prides themselves in making everything on the spot and from scratch from the beans that are lathered to the handmade empanadas and chiles rellenos, even the salsa is all homemade. (The HoMi crew recommends the Spicy Skewed Chicken, Shrimp in garlic sauce, or the pork with cactus leaves)
Hamburgesas el Gordo
Located on Victoria Street (with other locations in West Saint Paul and Minneapolis), Hamburgesas El Gordo is your one-stop-shop for Mexican street food. The casual eatery features an array of delectable burgers, tacos, burritos, hot dogs with a selection of mouthwatering apps like loaded fries, elote and bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers to dive into.
La Costa Mexican Sports Bar & Grill
La Costa is a modern Mexican restaurant and sports bar with 9 TV screens that deliver an extraordinary experience to guests. Located on Cesar Chavez St, it’s the perfect choice for cocktails or an indulgent dinner, any day of the week.
Los Ocampo Restaurant & Bar - Frogtown + Los Ocampo Restaurant & Bar - Eastside
Los Ocampo has been serving flavorful, authentic cuisine of Mexico since 2003. The staff prides themselves in serving the freshest ingredients at an affordable price while providing fantastic customer service to give you the best experience possible.
Manana Restaurant
Once you step inside of Manana's you will feel like you have just entered a new country. From their sweet corn tamales, empanadas, Azada tacos, pork, beans, and cheese pupusas, this place will give you the best Salvadorian food experience for a reasonable price.
Nico’s Taco Bar on Como
Nico's Taco Bar on Como is a funky and vibrant cantina that provides Mexican street eats with housemade salsas & a big tequila list.
Pajarito
A great neighborhood hangout with superb Mexican food. Traditional Mexican fare with modern touches and fresh, vibrant flavors. Putting thought and effort into every aspect, from the selection of the meats and vegetables, to how they’re prepared, creating dishes that feel familiar but new.
Taqueria Los Paisano
Founded in 2004, Taqueria Los Paisano has serving fresh, authentic Mexican food in the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood. Stop by to try the Pollo Chicken Tacos or the Carne Asada Tacos for yourself.
Tavial Grill
Experience the wonderful tastes of Mexico right in your neighborhood. All of the dishes are made using family-taught cooking methods that have been passed down from generation to generation.
10 Tacos in Saint Paul That You'll Love
We aren’t going to make that overused “taco bout it” joke, but we do really want to talk about tacos.
