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Barrio Tequila Bar

Bar and Taco Restaurant$$$$

Lowertown, Saint Paul

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Barrio Tequila Bar

7.2^/10

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Ranked #6 for tacos in Saint Paul
"classic margarita on the rocks is the way to tell if the place"(12 Tips)
"They open up a dance floor and bring in a DJ after hours..."(3 Tips)
"Get here before 2:00pm on weekdays and rule the $10 taco bar!"(2 Tips)
"Best Tequila bar! Great DJ Friday nights."(8 Tips)

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Margaret McGrawJuly 16, 2013
Nice happy hour specials except the premium margarita I like is still $9 ... But the food deals are generous and nice price. The guacamole is perfect.
Rick BorlandJuly 29, 2013
Been here 5+ times
One of the better tasting Corn Chowders I've eaten. Also, they made it look like a piece of art that should be in a gallery instead of on a dinner table.
elizabeth johnsonDecember 4, 2022
A classic margarita on the rocks is the way to tell if the place is authentic, and let me tell you this margarita is one of the best I’ve ever had! Love love love this place. Carnitas!
City PagesAugust 21, 2014
Following the success of their initial Nicollet Mall location, Barrio's Lowertown location offers more of the same -- and good thing, too. Read more
Jeff JonesJuly 24, 2015
The tortilla chips are great with the fancy salsas. The guacamole is even worth the price. Corn soup is also really nice.
Micah LarsonAugust 17, 2014
Tequila! Beware thoigh, on busy nights the service takes a sharp nose dive, but the music and dance floor sure helps pass the time.
Kt ReavelyNovember 27, 2011
The vault is a cool lil private room an if it's your bday you get a free shot or desert...the trinity margarita is amazing
Eric WheelerApril 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
They open up a dance floor and bring in a DJ after hours... One of the best spots in Lowertown after 10 p.m. or so.
UberX CabbieOctober 20, 2013
Frequent stop for my UberX riders. I hear only good things about the menu and the staff. Open during construction of huge new patio.
Lisa McEllistremDecember 13, 2009
Been here 5+ times
Not surprising the specialty is tequila! If you are a connoisseur, you will be in heaven. If you love your tequila mixed, the Caesar Chavez Margarita is amazing. After dinner, the dance floor opens. Read more
Bite SquadMarch 8, 2013
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Chris JNovember 10, 2014
Been here 5+ times
It's not too busy during the lunch hour on weekdays. Grab a quick taco lunch.
City PagesJanuary 29, 2014
In the mood for a Spicy Cocktail? The Enter the Dragon Margarita is the perfect firey drink for these brutally cold days!
MelanieJune 24, 2012
Had to wait a while for the food but it was worth the wait & they make a nice strong drink which helps:-)
Elisa VazquezMay 20, 2014
The ahi tacos are awesome! And $3 on Thursdays? Can't beat it.
Austin WestermannJanuary 30, 2012
The chips and salsa tray is great! Homemade chips and three salsas with varying heat levels! Only $3!
Dana JondahlMay 8, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Last time I was there you could get a carafe of a house margarita for like 18 bucks and it was delish! If they still have that, get it
Lane PelovskyJuly 14, 2015
Delicious but extremely pricey. $5 for one taco? Please.
Lisa McEllistremNovember 28, 2009
Been here 5+ times
Lower Town, Saint Paul. Best Tequila bar! Great DJ Friday nights. Food is awesome. Another location in Downtown MPLS on Nicollet Mall. 30+ crowd. Read more
DanNovember 20, 2009
Pick a random number between 1 and 134. You won't be disappointed. If Steve tries to get you to eat the scorpion take him up in it (It's crunchy)!
Morgan PankratzFebruary 15, 2012
A must have are the mahi mahi tacos! Best in the city!
Chris RSeptember 2, 2015
Love the carnitas taco and any margarita.
Erin KearnAugust 11, 2014
All I can say is guac!!! Must try!
Luke AndersonFebruary 19, 2011
Been here 5+ times
If you order good tequila you won't need it, but cantaloupe juice is unbelievably fresh
Simon AndersonMarch 12, 2016
Great unlimited taco bar!
Shelly ZordichSeptember 6, 2016
Pretty tasty food and the staff is always friendly
m WimplinerApril 29, 2013
Since patio is new, be ready to be patient.
Mike "Irish"April 19, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Get here before 2:00pm on weekdays and rule the $10 taco bar!
HildaViktoria MorkMarch 26, 2015
Everything is good here!
Kevin LucasApril 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The Ancho salsa is the best!!!
Michael FoehseMarch 11, 2010
Taco bar is totally legit! Great overall vibe in general- fresh guacamole is superb!
Margaret McGrawAugust 5, 2011
$3 beer and $5 margaritas for happy hour. Great guacamole too.
Reena DhakeMay 27, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Wait staff is awesome, always so friendly!
Natalie DavisJanuary 28, 2012
The food is good bt I've been here a few times now and have ALWAYS had awful service. Never enough servers, wait is too long to get food and our check is ALWAYS screwed up.
April SchmitzAugust 30, 2011
make a reservation, even on a weekday. Don't sit next to bathroom doors.
Nicole MickelsonMarch 7, 2011
$5 House Margaritas during happy hour! :)
Chad NeerhofJune 14, 2014
This place is a mess. Appetizer comes after your meal. Wait 10 minutes at table for server to acknowledge you. Organization lacking. Will not return
Mike SchimpfApril 29, 2012
The Cobra Verde. Do it.
Cheryl AmsdenApril 5, 2013
Try the ceveche. Awesome
Jered WeberMarch 23, 2015
Tacos all the way.
Jeff Caz.May 18, 2013
Margaritas are the best
Mike WassenaarMarch 13, 2010
Go here for the Sangrita and Tequila. Only place I've found it in MN
Kareem SmithApril 2, 2011
Ask for the avocado margarita!
Ryan KellyDecember 2, 2010
Been here 100+ times
While you're there, buy a shot for a friend who isn't...they send them an email and put their name up on the "Short Board" behind the bar.
Blackdog LowertownSeptember 29, 2011
if you are looking for Tequila this is the place if not it is a scene.
Andrea YochJuly 20, 2010
Pork carnitas best. Wait staff really charming.
Liz AndersonMay 3, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Try the guac...its the best :-)
Sarah McGeeJuly 30, 2009
Been here 5+ times
have the $10 taco bar for lunch. chicken, carnitas, and barbacoa.
Noah MiwaApril 30, 2011
Ask for the Juan Diablo
BIG MIKEJanuary 7, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Fish tacos r da best

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