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Welcome To El Taco Riendo Express
At El Taco Riendo Express, located in Minneapolis, we celebrate the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine. Our story is rooted in the commitment to authenticity and quality, with locally sourced softshell corn tortillas from La Perla Tortilleria. Our extensive menu boasts tantalizing options like Tacos De Lengua and Chimichangas, all crafted with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. We cater to diverse tastes, offering many vegetarian choices alongside traditional meats. With convenient delivery, takeout, and on-site parking, we aim to make every visit effortless. At El Taco Riendo Express, we invite you to enjoy a true taste of Mexico, where every dish tells a story.
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Shrimp Fajitas
$16.60Camarones - Mojo de Ajo
$15.10Camarones - a la Diabla
$15.10
Beef Fajitas
$13.60Chicken Fajitas
$13.60Alambre
$13.60
Caldo de Res
$13.35Menudo
$12.85Chile Relleno
$11.85 About
El Taco Riendo Express
Welcome to El Taco Riendo Express, where the heart of authentic Mexican cuisine beats in the vibrant city of Minneapolis! Nestled at 5101 36th Ave N, this culinary gem stands out with its commitment to quality and freshness. Offering a wide array of dishes that reflect true Mexican flavors, El Taco Riendo Express is not just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of food that invites you to indulge your cravings.
One of the highlights of this establishment is its incredible selection of tacos. Each soft-shell corn tortilla is crafted locally by La Perla Tortilleria, ensuring a fresh and delightful experience with every bite. You can savor classic options such as Tacos De Lengua (beef tongue) and Tacos De Tripa (tripe), priced affordably at $3.10 and $3.90, respectively. My personal favorite is the Chimichanga, a fried flour tortilla bursting with seasoned meat, rice, and beans, topped off with a zesty ranchero sauce. It's simply irresistible!
But it doesn't stop there; El Taco Riendo Express caters to all palates with a generous menu featuring many vegetarian options. From hearty Burritos to delightful Burrito Bowls, you can customize each dish to your liking, making it an ideal spot for families and friends to gather.
- Location: 5101 36th Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55422
- Phone: (612) 238-5216
- Dining Options: Delivery, Takeout, Catering, On-Site Parking
Customer feedback speaks volumes about their experience at El Taco Riendo Express. From rave reviews about the generous portions of carne asada tacos topped with fresh onions and cilantro to the standout shrimp fajita meal that tantalizes not just the taste buds but fills the air with an intoxicating aroma. Diners appreciate the courteous service and fresh ingredients, though some have noted areas for improvement in online ordering. However, the consensus is clear: the flavors and authenticity found here keep bringing patrons back for more.
Whether you are craving a simple taco platter or a special chimichanga, El Taco Riendo Express has something for everyone. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that transports you to the heart of Mexico with every bite. So why wait? Swing by, take out, or enjoy a warm meal delivered to your door—the tacos are calling!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ My go to spot for tacos! El Taco Riendo has a large menu with a variety of options to fit everyone's cravings! My simple favorite is the two taco with rice and beans platter, I get the Carnitas tacos with fixings and always add an order of chips to dip in the beans! The food is great, service is quick and the Crystal location is easy to park at, run in and pick up! One of my staples for tacos in the cities! ”
“ This is the closest to authentic Mexican food I have found in Minnesota. Generously portioned carne asada on soft corn tortillas with onions and cilantro - 4/5 stars as it was a little dry, but the fresh lime helped it out. The rice was good, but could have been more flavorful. All in all, a bit over priced, but good enough to go back again. ”
“ Nice authentic Mexican spot in Crystal. The menu has a lot to choose from, but sadly the online order system is pretty awful. However, they took over order over the phone without issue. The food is good, not great but good. I think I would try again, everything was flavorful. ”
“ I go for the chimichanga. I haven't had too much else from the menu, but when I want a chimichanga I know where I'm going! I got the barbacoa which was a good choice and the spicy guac was delish. ”
“ 5 stars for freshness and flavor of food. Minus 1 star because they had missed our Grub Hub order so they didn't start making it until we got there. The service was very friendly. El Taco Riendo has 2 locations, one in NE (where we meant to order from) and one in Crystal (where we actually ordered from on Grubhub). I have been to the NE location many times and it's always excellent. I always get tacos. The carne asada and either carnitas or barbacoa. They are consistently loaded with excellently seasoned protein and whatever toppings you want. I go California-Mexican style every time and stick to onion, cilantro, and lime. Their house made salsas are very good. And have a kick which I love. The show stopper was the shrimp fajita meal. The car smelled amazing the whole drive home because of these bad boys. There were so many pieces of shrimp, we couldn't believe it. Came with pico de gallo salsa, lettuce, rice and beans, and tortillas. Easily could feed 2-3 people. These 2 locations keep my taco cravings at bay and taste a lot like home. Always fresh, very affordable. ”
“ So delicious, saucy, and messy. SUCH HUGE PORTIONS for the price! I live closer to this express location than their original location. Some of our roommates suggested this place and brought us some food to sample twice! Finally decided to venture in on a Sunday with the hanger and watched my partner's face go from grumpy to giddy even before we ate the food! Both of us ordered Tortas with everything on them. One Asada and one Hawaiiana. They throw the ham, bread, and pineapple right on the flat top in front of you. You get to watch and smell the bread get a nice char before they slather it in beans, sauce, and other toppings. We ate inside the restaurant, and took our tray to the table. These subs are the size of your head, but melt in your mouth and fall apart as you chomp down. We finished the sandwiches in their entirety like we were professional competitive eaters and waddled our the door to enjoy the rest of our Sunday. Easy parking lot near a cub and popular pizza place. Food quality is average, but I will be back to sample the rest! ”
