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El Zócalo Grill & Cantina is a bar & grill in Blaine, MN.

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Jason B
Jason B -Google user
Edited 4 years ago
Staff are very friendly, the salsa you get with your chips is addictive, so addictive I bought 32oz of it to go! My main dish the Burrito Supremeo was so delicious but I couldn't finish it because it was the size of my forearm, I'm...Read More
Linda Erdman
Linda Erdman -Google user
Edited 7 years ago
Excellent Service, Excellent Food, Excellent Prices! You should not walk away hungry after eating here. Family loved every bit of this restaurant. Update: Family here for the 4th time! Ordered something different each time and have never been disappointed.
D Lopez
D Lopez -Google user
6 years ago
Good food, big portions, reasonable prices. The food was tasty but not spicy. If you like spicy, they have a habanero sauce that will have you singing. But you have to ask for it. Something I've noticed is that many Mexican restaurants in this area do not...Read More
Eduardo Camacho
Eduardo Camacho -Google user
2 years ago
Great food! Great Service! Great Atmosphere! What else you can expect... Sure good prices too.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Lucia Peterson
Lucia Peterson -Google user
a year ago
Food was good, service was a little bit slow, but the stuff members were very friendly!!!
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parking
Matt Carlson
Matt Carlson -Google user
6 years ago
Great food and big portions! The beers and margaritas were excellent. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful, and never left us hanging. The fajitas far exceeded my expectations, so I recommend giving them an order 👍. Do yourself a favor and give this place...Read More
Kevin *
Kevin * -Google user
6 years ago
No idea how there is a recent 1 star review. This place is amazing. This was our first time in and we will return. We had the Molcajete Mexicana which is by far the best ive had. The flavors were just what I was looking...Read More
Faye Liquete
Faye Liquete -Google user
4 years ago
Margaret's are the best I've had in a long time. Service was very good, everyone had a excellent time. Portions are good, we all enjoyed a our order. Prices were decent. I would definitely go here again.
Dine inLunch$10–20
Karly H (Exploring the lakes!)
Karly H (Exploring the lakes!) -Google user
3 years ago
The tacos here were amazing and the cheese dip!!! For the location is wasn’t expending anything great but they blew my mind.
Peter Haggerty
Peter Haggerty -Google user
a year ago
The poor reviews must be talking about a different El Zocalo… the chorizo queso is LIFE CHANGING.
DinnerAtmosphere: 5
X B
X B -Google user
4 years ago
Delicious food, kind, efficient wait staff, reasonable prices, large portions. Highly recommend.
Rachel P.
Rachel P. -Google user
a year ago
I don’t think I would have come in to eat here judging from the outside. It seemed more like a bar or party place. But my husband looked it up and we decided to try it. The inside is beautiful!! The hanging star lights, tile and...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot
Ramone Beaulieu Sr.
Ramone Beaulieu Sr. -Google user
7 months ago
Great food, great service, very low key and spacious. Definitely try the dish in the picture!
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Elotes, Complimentary Chips and Salsa, Seafood Alambre
Amber Hoppe
Amber Hoppe -Google user
6 years ago
The food really gave Acapulco a run for their money. LOVED the food, it was so good. The complimentary chips and salsa were just the right amount of heat. 10/10 would come back here again. Loved the beans and rice. I normally don't like beans exempt...Read More
Ben Kranz
Ben Kranz -Google user
a year ago
Service was a little slow but the food was fantastic. Maybe short staffed?
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5
FNG Nope
FNG Nope -Google user
5 years ago
Great experience! Atmosphere was playfully authentic with a modern twist. Great casual place to bring friends for some great food and margaritas!
Adrian sierra
Adrian sierra -Google user
a year ago
Good service, good food, Our best plate to enjoyed eating is parrillada fajitas realy good drinks. And churros desert 🍰 …
Chad Figg
Chad Figg -Google user
5 months ago
Visited here recently with a large group (20+). Friendly service. Casual atmosphere. The chips could use a bit of salt but otherwise the food was excellent! And large servings as well. I could not finish their burrito. Hope to visit again.
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Burrito SupremoPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Charlotte Andersen
Charlotte Andersen -Google user
5 months ago
I cannot express how wonderful this place is!!! The food is fabulous, the drinks are great, the staff is amazing and the place is beautiful!!! I love the hanging star lights!!!! The owner & manager are the most down to earth people you’ll meet! They...Read More
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5
Paul Sommer
Paul Sommer -Google user
5 months ago
The lunch experience at El Zacalo Grill & Cantina is truly remarkable. From the warm welcome and attentive service to the flavorful and fresh Mexican dishes, every aspect contributes to a memorable dining occasion. The added bonus of their great value lunch specials makes it...Read More
Dine inLunchAtmosphere: 5
Alyssa Taylor
Alyssa Taylor -Google user
a year ago
This is the go to spot for date night! We have been going here since they first opened and it just gets better and better every time we go! We have had a lot of the menu and nothing ever disappoints!! Kid friendly as well....Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Burrito Supremo, Fajita, Steak Ranchero, Complimentary Chips and Salsa, Al Pastor Street Tacos with Rice and Black Beans, MargheritaPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Kyle G
Kyle G -Google user
5 months ago
Awesome place and delicious food had the pick 3 for $12 so good and the stuffed pepper was my favorite can't wait to come back
Atmosphere: 5
Danny Jamison
Danny Jamison -Google user
6 months ago
This place is awesome. Service is unbeatable and the food is just as good. Will be back mutiple times. Everyone should come here.
Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5Steak Ranchero
Nick Tietz
Nick Tietz -Google user
a year ago
Have eaten here countless times and everything I've tried has been good. Love the decorations and vibe of the place. Staff is always friendly and accommodating. The owners go out of their way to make everyone feel welcomed and cared about by recognizing familiar faces...Read More
Robert Trapp
Robert Trapp -Google user
a year ago
I've been here multiple times now and a few different dinners, but have been stuck on the burrito minero the last few times. The food is always good and it's nice when things taste fresh made and not poured out of a jar or thawed...Read More
lance singrey
lance singrey -Google user
a year ago
I'm glad I found this place. The food is phenomenal and for a good price! …
Jeff
Jeff -Google user
4 months ago
Best Mexican in Blaine, hands down. Tons of options, great service, food always hot and fresh tasting.
Dana Palmer
Dana Palmer -Google user
a year ago
Literally the ONLY restaurant I can get my husband out of the house to go eat at!! Absolutely DELICIOUS! I love the fajitas and he loves the Enchiladas Supremes! The Margaritas are WONDERFUL... Bring a designated driver and have two ☺️
Melissa Purdham
Melissa Purdham -Google user
2 years ago
The food is absolutely amazing. We have been to quite a few Mexican restauraunts, and the food we received here was by far the best. We ordered two different kinds of burritos, and the chicken in both of them was so flavorful. The shrimp...Read More
Annika Ellson
Annika Ellson -Google user
a year ago
One of my favorite Mexican restaurants!! The staff is so friendly and attentive. Their food has so much flavor with big portion sizes!! Always a monthly if not weekly stop!

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Accessibility

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Planning

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Parking

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