Pajarito Edina

Always one of my favorite places to have relatively upscale Mexican food, and on Valentine's Day, they even had a few additional items to order, so my partner and I tried 2 out of the 3 dishes offered that day and both were incredible. I tried a few different types of tacos from what I would usually order and they tasted very good. Previously I have tried the birria tacos, and I loved them. I believe that I talked about it when I wrote my review for the Saint Paul location. The alambre tacos had a good balance of crispiness and softness in terms of texture due to the cheese (crispy), and had beef and bacon included, which essentially made them a meat lover's heaven. The shrimp tacos were just as good as how I remembered it, that the honey-chipotle aioli worked magically well with crispy fried shrimp. I also tried the Valentine's Day item called Papa A La Huancaína Empanadas, and the red chimichurri sauce on the top gave the empanadas additional savory flavor that went very well with the mixture inside. I also ordered the octopus this time, which honestly was a catch for $20 because lime aioli, white beans, and peanut salsa macha are three ingredients I wouldn't have thought of to be added with the octopus, but worked so well to provide four distinct kinds of flavors and textures. The entire culinary experience with this dish was just amazing. I didn't have as much of an impression on the shrimp ceviche, but the fact that it existed at all, I appreciated it, because it provided a contrast from the other dishes in terms of taste, warmth, and overall vibe. The chimichanga dulce was essentially a strawberry cheesecake in rolled format which was innovative and tasty. Turning a crepe looking item into a filling sweet dessert was something I fully supported. The key lime cheesecake was great in a conventional manner, with the brown butter graham cracker adding both extra flavor and texture on the top rather than the bottom of the cheesecake. For $9 each, they were easily worth trying and enjoying. I thoroughly enjoy the fact that this establishment continues to thrive within Edina (and Saint Paul) and I think it does a very good job providing high quality food for a relatively reasonable price. Coming here on Valentine's Day was a blessing because this spot wasn't even fully booked when I looked up places to reserve, and yet it was an amazing time and experience for my partner and me.

We enjoyed an excellent dinner at Pajarito in Edina. We went on a Sunday evening and had a great experience. The flight of salsa was excellent. The salsas do not carry as much spicy heat as expected, but did have good flavor. The chips were excellent. The Caesar salad was very good. The quest fundido was thick and perfectly melty with a flavorful chorizo. The flour tortillas were good, but not great. The carne asada was very well prepared with an exceptional sauce base and grilled vegetables. Lastly, the Burris taco was good, but a little too much cheese and thus the texture suffered. A very good dinner and very reasonably priced.

Pajarito was recommended to try and we finally tired it during restaurant week. We dined for lunch and really enjoyed our food. The guac was really fresh and flavorful. The queso fundido was delicious and served with flour tortillas. I tried the crab ceviche which was served cold, unexpected but good! Our tacos were generous portions and filling. Pork carnitas were delicious and flavorful with dipping sauce. The shrimp was also very yummy. Glad we finally gave this restaurant a try. Would return!

This is an amazing place to get drinks and dessert before seeing a movie across at the Edina Theater! Full bar and good food on top of the awesome friendly service! (Props to Rosa, our awesome server!). It’s a great place for a casual get together or if flying solo, just get a seat at the bar. Worth a try if you’re in the 50th and France area!

The burrito and gazpacho was delicious! The burrito was surprising good and didn’t have beans or rice in it. The atmosphere is really comfortable, the wall art is really cute, and the bathroom was nice too. I totally recommend checking this restaurant out!

I was a little apprehensive because the menu wasn’t as big as I was used to nor did they chips and salsa come as a standard “free” starter. However, we got a flight of salsa (mild) and chips. The chips were some of the best I’ve had and the salsa was delicious and a fun experience. I ordered shrimp tacos and they were fresh and delicious. My husband ordered the Cubano and stated it was the best he’s ever tried. The only negative we had was trying to find parking. We aren’t from the area and had to drive around a bit.

Great take on Mexican cuisine, especially for a fancier night out. Went here for MPLS restaurant week, and they did not disappoint. We went with chips to start. They have such a variety of salsas, there's one for everybody. Next were shrimp tacos which were surprisingly filling, and finally the beef ribs which were some of the best ribs I'd had. The meat was tender and juicy, and the seasoning and char was a great combination. Good flavors, good spot!

The Dill Pickle Lemonade changed my life. We had a lovely dinner on the outdoor front patio - the Queso Fundito was lovely and we destroyed the tacos! Special mention to our lovely server Estrella for her recommendations and great service!

This is an amazing place to get drinks and dessert before seeing a movie across at the Edina Theater! Full bar and good food on top of the awesome friendly service! (Props to Rosa, our awesome server!). It's a great place for a casual get together or if flying solo, just get a seat at the bar. Worth a try if you're in the 50th and France area!

For appetizers, we ordered the chips and three salsas (Ancho-Guajillo, Avocado-Serrano, Arbol-Cashew) along with the guacamole which was a must! The thick cut, crunch of the chips paired well with each of the salsas along with the guac. We also ordered the shrimp tacos and quesabirria which comes with two tacos per order. Both sets of tacos were absolutely delicious! The shrimp tacos were nice and light, while the quesabirria was rich in flavor. We were able to get seated right away, and the food came out in a timely manner. There are also options for both indoor and outdoor seating.

Pajarito never disappoints. Has been a bit since I was here last and it was during the winter. We enjoyed the patio on a beautiful summer night. The Habanero Cilantro margarita was made to my heat preference, delicious! We shared the guacamole and chips and a trio of sauces to kick off our meal. I love a hearty salty chip! Then we shared the shrimp and quesabirria tacos which was a good mix. Two of the quesabirria tacos would have been too rich for one person. Both were made perfectly and came out piping hot! The service is friendly and helpful, as we asked our questions to zero in on our order. We were asked multiple times how we were doing and if everything was all right with our food. Will be back more quickly next time! Highly recommend if you are in the 50th/France Ave area.

Visited 5/7/24. Just barely missed the happy hour by a few minutes aka the amazing nacho deal but the quesadilla was still great too. Loved the salsa/sauce that it came with. Only bummer is that nachos are only on the happy hour so if you miss them no chance of re-ordering these. Otherwise, loved the different margarita and drink options. Service was solid and we enjoyed the patio seating options.

Went here on a Saturday afternoon for late lunch. The guacamole was the star of the show. Tasty margaritas. We tried several different tacos and it was nice to mix and match. Parking is available in several different lots within a short walk. Definitely leave time for strolling and window shopping around this fun city spot!

We arrived early before our reservation and sat at the bar for a drink. I had French 75. Bartender was really friendly. I would give it 4.5 stars because the service was a little slow. We had a big party but the restaurant wasn't busy. Food was delicious. I had the Burria taco and the au jus dipping was what gave this meal a 5 star. Nice restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Parking ramp nearby. We will go back if we are in the area.

Happy hour is where it is for Pajarito. They have, hands down, the best nachos. It's the only place that doesn't give you a pile of fry chips with stuff on top. They are thoughtfully spread out so each chip has toppings. Those are nachos! Beware though they are ONLY available during happy hour. That's why is a 4 instead of a five

Great Happy Hour on a Sunday. Margaritas were very good! Food was good, but incredibly salty. Our Server Luke was fantastic! He examined everything on the menu, made recommendations and even agreed that our Nachos were inedibly salty. He made the experience top notch, otherwise we would have been very disappointed in the food. Octopus was good, but please serve it with a crusty Mexican roll or some grilled tortillas. Kitchen needs some work, bartender and service excellent!

Service - 5/5 Food - 5/5 Ambience - 4/5 Value - 4/5 We got a variety of tacos and appetizers, all were fantastic. The elote style corn with flamin hot Cheetos was fantastic. Our waitress was super friendly and came to check on use multiple times. You can sit indoor or outdoor, outdoor is a little less private with everyone walking by.

Chips and salsa always a good start! Fast service and ambiance at the bar. Loved the appetizers (guacamole) and ordered a Smoked Salmon Tostada to share. Very good salmon taste with just a hint of cream cheese. I'll be back for the margaritas any day!

Met a friend here for a late birthday dinner. Cute little spot in Edina. Nice size bar area. Unique wall art. My friend and I got caught up talking and didn't even look at the menu prior to our waitress coming to our table. Our waitress was nice and patient. I ordered the Pajarito Margarita and birria tacos. For an appetizer we shared the guacamole and chips. Everything was very good. Food came out hot and flavorful. I wanted to try the key like cheesecake, but was too full, so I'll to try it next time.

Excellent spot for a nice, special occasion dinner out where you're looking to spend a bit more than you might otherwise. It's a casual atmosphere with families sitting next to couples dressed to the nines. The dining room is a bit cramped so it can get loud. Service was attentive and pretty quick; had enough water and they bring dishes as they're ready vs all at once. No dogs allowed but they've got a curbside seating area and a small alleyway patio. The dishes were all super flavorful and texturally interesting. The hearts of palm salad was fantastic and refreshing on a hot day. The palm was tender enough to cut with the fork. The vinaigrette was bright, citrusy, and just salty enough to make the veggies pop. Grilled octopus is amazing. Love the chewy texture without it being rubbery. The beans were silky smooth and crazy rich. The salsa macha adds a nice kick of heat to all the heavy flavors and textures. . Mushrooms were my least favorite dish. Very vinegary and the flavors didn't really blend. The mounds of Cotija aren't really fatty enough to cut through the woody, tangy mushrooms and chili oil. Overall it's excellent for special occasions or a night of treating yourself but a bit tough for my blood.

Went to celebrate a friends bday we both ordered tacos. She had the chicken tinga and enjoyed them. I had the shrimp I thought they were pretty good. They do one tortilla so when you take a bite everything falls out. I would suggest two. The server was very kind.

The Birria Tacos are a must try! We can't go to Pajarito and not order the tacos Highly recommend the salsas as well

I ordered a tuna tostada which I would say is small in size like great for an appetizer or if you are looking for something on the lighter side. I really enjoyed the presentation, but the tuna was very cold like frosty. It seemed like it was almost frozen. I did not mention anything to my server and I'm sure if I did they would have made it right. I have visited on another occasion and tried the birria tacos and I would highly suggest. Also, they don't put ice in your water glass and no ice in the carafe, which I thought was strange, but I prefer room temp water anyway.

I had dinner here tonight and got food poisoning and ended up puking after I left. The service was good. I enjoyed the outdoor patio. But that was the only good part. Another complaint was we were sitting at a table and the server came to clean the table next to us and sprayed a ton of chemical cleaner and the wind caused it to mist into our food. Overall the food was horrible. The $8 happy hour chicken wings were disgustingly bland with no seasoning and no marinade. The chicken was slightly pink in some parts. I ordered ribs and my friend got the octopus. My ribs were okay but had way too much oil and no salt. My friend's octopus tentacles tasted fishy but tender. The white bean casserole it came with was the best tasting thing out of the things we ordered. Definitely never returning.

P A J A R I T O Visited multiple times, mainly for drinks. Fun atmosphere and good food. Love the area to walk around and shop, or continue dining / enjoying your company at other spots, especially when the weather is nice and warm outside so you can shop and walk around before and after enjoying some cocktails and a meal. The staff and customer service has been great every time. We have visited during a Sunday brunch and weekend evening at the bar. Jon is a great bar tender and did a great job engaging with all the customers. He offered some great recommendations and took time to share a little about the Mezcal selection. Each time the food has been great. Chips and salsa flights are perfect to share, and I enjoyed trying different varieties of salsa, and different levels of The chicken tacos were also fantastic, and I wish I would have ordered my own Since this is a contemporary Mexican restaurant, tequila and mezcal are naturally the focus. However, there is a small whiskey selection with some basic pours. The margaritas were delish, and I truly enjoyed the twist on a classic old fashioned- the Nuevo Old Fashioned. Definitely worth trying to start out your experience. Overall, I will definitely keep coming back. The items I have enjoyed I will reorder, and the rest I would love to try in the future. Cheers Check out my IG: whiskey_with for more news, insight, pairings and other fun related content. If this was helpful, please , and follow for more.

Date night with my beautiful wife. We had this place on our list for sometime and tried a little bit of everything. Great patio as well as inside dining and they have a community room for groups. We tried the tacos, the torta and appetizers. Salsas are by flights and the drinks are really good! Great place, fun vibe, make sure to park in the garage behind the restaurant.

The parking was great, but the surrounding streets are small and the traffic was heavy around dinner time. The staff was friendly and efficient. The refried beans were smothered in Queso. I couldn't even taste the beans. I had 2 chicken tacos. They were soggy and also covered in Queso. They fell apart in my hand. I've had much better take-out tacos elsewhere. I ended up leaving hungry. I think this is more of a bar type place where you can also order food. But, as I recall there were 3 dinners to order - chicken, beef or pork. They put their 3% credit card fee on the bill. The ambiance was a little stark.

Came for happy hour which goes from 3-6 weekdays! I love nachos and was very happy with these!! It'd be even better with a little Guac on it but overall enjoyable. Rail drinks are $6 and I couldn't decide what to get went back and forth. I saw something online called a whiskey smash so I asked for something like that. It wasn't my fav so I wouldn't ask for it again and got an up charge but nice that they tried to accommodate me. The choco flan is wonderful!!! Also tried a chicken tinga tostada!!! The place was quiet with nice dim lighting. It's a Nice stop after work!

One of our favorite date night spots. A couple could likely split chips and guac, two tacos (one entree for two people), and a side -- and get plenty of food to eat. - I like the decor a lot here. My wife says the St. Paul location has a cozier feel, but we both think the Edina location is nonetheless a good spot. - Pork carnitas tacos are a staple for us. A big portion of meat. - Chips and guac are a must here. - A friend of mine recently raved about their Shrump Tacos. - Limeade is a great non-alcoholic drink option here.

After strolling around at the Edina Art fair, a friend and I settled on dinner at Pajarito. I have to admit the portions were very generous and after having ice cream I had to take home half of our food. We started out with their cheesy fundido queso. The cauliflower had nice garnish on it and large enough for a second serving. My shrimp tacos were yummy. The be honest neither my friend and I cared for the chips that came with the guacamole. The queso fondido and pita was by far was my favorite. The gooey, hot, cheesy goodness was everything.

We needed a fun happy hour patio and Pajarito absolutely delivered! I had been to their St. Paul location many times before, so I was excited to check out this place a bit closer to home! Parking at 50th and France is a nightmare, so give yourself some extra time and just commit to a parking garage! It might be a little walk, but you'll be much less stressed ;) Service was great at Pajarito...attentive but not overbearing at all! We simply shared the chips and salsa, which comes with a choice of 6 possible salsas! The REAL star though is the Yuca Fries appetizer. That's the must have if you ask me! Wash it down with the famous Pajarito Spicy Marg and you have the formula for a perfect happy hour afternoon! With a huge indoor dining space, a great happy hour menu, and a summer patio...I think Pajarito is an awesome addition to the offerings at 50th and France.

Great food! We received our food very quickly, everything was fantastic. Dietary friendly

Came here to celebrate my friends birthday! The food, drinks and ambiance were wonderful. Our server, Estrella, was AWESOME! We will definitely be back, maybe for a tacos and tunes Thursday!

The food here is delicious. Not your typical boring tacos with rice and beans. Everything has a special twist that makes it new and exciting. Their Pajarito margarita is one of the best I have had anywhere. Don't miss out on the salsa flight. The guacamole was fresh and the chips crispy and house-made. This would be a great place to go with friends for appetizers and drinks after a day of shopping this fun shopping area. The tacos Birria were outstanding, the short rib was so big, yummy and tender ( I think it was from a dinosaur. ; ) We had nice, prompt service and a great time!

As far as Mexican cuisine goes, there's a huge disparity so trying a new place is always a roll of the dice but Pajarito was excellent. We tried most of the menu and every dish was better than the last. The chips guac and salsas were crisp and delicious. We then tried the shrimp tacos, the chicken tinga tacos, the carnitas tacos, and best of all, the Birria tacos. All of them were outrageously good. We had to circle back and order a second order of Birria because they were next level amazing. To wash them down we had Pajarito top shelf margaritas which were terrific. I had mine spiced with their habanero tincture for an extra kick which was a veteran decision. It was the perfect compliment to the meal thus far. We then shared the scallop ceviche, the heart of palm salad, the black beans, mushrooms, and perhaps the crescendo of an already amazing meal, the grilled octopus. It was cooked perfectly with a ton of flavor. The texture of octopus can be rubbery and unpleasant but this dish was tender and delicious. My only regret is I didn't have room for desert.. recommend, 10 out of 10.

I really liked this restaurant! Driving into the area, there were so many restaurants and shops all in one spot which made me nervous about parking. But they had so many parking ramps that it was easy to find a spot! The restaurant itself was super cute and dim lit. We ordered a few appetizers and some margaritas off the happy hour menu and I would definitely recommend! The servers were also very friendly and had speedy service. I would go back for sure!

The food was decent but my chips were basically stale. My burrito had a lot of flavor but didn't have cheese or any rice like it was suppose to it was just loaded with meet. The salsa was mediocre as well. It was also very load and overstimulating could barely hear my table. But it was a pretty atmosphere and the decor was cute.

Great vibes all around! The decor is fun and makes for a great date spot or place to go with friends. I went for a friend's birthday and was not disappointed! The Chino Latino drink is superb! I like the balance of smokey yet subtle sweetness and tanginess. The Tuna Tostada was beautiful and tasty! Great service. I'd definitely recommend checking this place out if you haven't tried it yet!

Super yummy food and amazing ambiance! I will say the habanero cilantro margarita was very strong in both habanero flavor and alcohol content. If you don't do well with spice I wouldn't get.

Went here with some friends and it was mediocre at best. The chips I ate literally felt like military hard tac. They were extremely thick and almost stale? it felt like my mouth was being cut open when I tried to bite down on one. The service was pretty decent though, it didn't take long for our food to come out, however there was a server (I think? Maybe a busser?) who dropped a huge stack of dishes right next to my table and they shattered everywhere. The main dish was overall pretty good with lots of flavor but my waiter had told me it came with cheese and when I received the meal there was no cheese in it whatsoever.

The vibe and the service here are so good. Server was extra attentive! It's a new favorite for happy hour. I love the spicy marg and nachos with beef! Ass a little spice with some jalapeños! Though not on the happy hour menu, the Brussels sprouts are a great afternoon snack. Extra crispy and flavorful! Giving it a 4 because the idea of walking all the way back to my car in the parking garage after happy hour is just no. Someone please give me a piggy back ride!

Great spot for modern Mexican! Grabbed dinner here last week and had a great experience. Our group had a variety of dishes and all enjoyed. We split chips and guacamole too and the chips were raved about. Good service- free parking in the garage across the street.

I've been here 3 times for drinks, chips & salsa, and enjoyed my experiences! The margaritas are pretty good, presentation is great, and I do love the SUPER SPICY salsa variations they offer. The salsa flight is a fun thing to try and conversation piece. The atmosphere is hit or miss, as half of the restaurant feels like you're sitting in the kitchen. I prefer the front area of the restaurant by the windows. Service is also hit or miss, hosts aren't super attentive, take a while to come to the front to greet you, and often seat even reservations at poor tables, even when not busy. Once I had a fun server, but overall not super impressed with the service here.

Had the best time with friends here on Valentine's Day. Food was great, and service was spectacular! Rosa was fun and funny & treated us really well. 10/10 would definitely go back!

a consistent go-to for us! love the spicy marg and the birria tacos. LOVE the shrimp ones too but beware of the hidden spice - it's a LOT! delicious but at times painful to eat. love the atmosphere, location and service too!

Pajarito is serving out some pretty nice Mexican cuisine. For an app we had the Queso Fundido, which came with tortillas, I highly recommend. I also tried the Albondigas, not the best I've had but still pretty nice, it could have used some more spice.

Disclaimer: I'm Mexican. No, I wasn't expecting to eat the most authentic Mexican food or anything close to it. But I was seriously disappointed even though my expectations were actually kinda low. Had the tortilla soup. It actually LOOKED ok. But it was the most bland thing I've ever had and the flavor profile is nothing even remotely close to a real tortilla soup. Also tried the carnitas tacos. These were ok, but tasted nothing like actual carnitas. Also tried the skirt steak. It had something like chimichurri on top. Weird. And look, I'm not the authenticity police. I don't even know if Pajarito makes any authenticity claims. I love me some good Tex Mex and I can enjoy a good burrito or any kind of fusion food. But this didn't feel like that. It felt like someone really has no idea what these flavor profiles are supposed to be like. I saw that the kitchen was full of Latino workers, and I just felt sad. I could bet any of the kitchen workers make better food at their home and just do what they're told here. I

I don't anything about the food BUT I DO KNOW ABOUT THE HIRING MANAGER!! Libby or some thing like that she hired me after my interview told me she was gonna reach out to me when she was back in office and didn't.. I denied several jobs If you changed your mind fine but please tell people. If you're seeing this, hi! This is Paige your messed up and should you get fired.

A fun place to hang with some girlfriends for a much needed happy hour/dinner out. The drinks were tasty and refreshing, the food was good but also kind of confusing - things were not as expected or described. Still, it wasn't regrettable, and service was kind.

My wife and I did our weekly trip to a new trip to a Twin Cities' restaurant and first did a 3 mile walk around nearby Lake Harriet, a wonderful flat walk around a lake that gives you vistas of downtown Minneapolis. We decided to sit at the bar since the outdoor seating was full. I ordered a Pryes IPA to start off and I got the 3 salsas to start, A must do! The IPA was solid and I got the Avocado-Serrano, Chipotle/ Chile de Arbol-Smoked Cashew and the Habanero. The Avocado was my favorite and the next two have a KICK! But I loved them. The chips were homemade I think and they were super delicious a crispy. You have to try the trio! I ordered the torta for my meal. Although I was pretty satiated with just the chips and salsa. The torta had Shaved Beef/ Jalapeno Cheese/ Rajas/ Salsa Roja. They dip the two cut ends into the salsa roja, which is more like a marinara in my mind, but my wife loved it. I loved it too, but after the spicy salsas, it was pretty mild. It is more like a Mexican French dip with the salsa roja, but it WORKS! It was so good! The bartender/server was super nice and she checked on us the right amount of times. It was about $45 after 2 beers, the sandwich and salsas and tip. Not bad for 50th and France in Edina. The atmosphere was great and super laid back. Big time recommend! Especially for lunch.

One of the few surviving restaurants in the center of 50th and France these days. Pajarito looks great, with a decidedly urban vibe and a welcoming atmosphere. I felt the table service to be its best feature, with our server returning every few minutes with water, coffee, appetizers, or whatever we needed. In fact, her only lapse came at the end, when it took a minute to get her attention for the check so we could make the movie at Edina (across 50th). The food was tasty if not particularly interesting. "Tacos" and "Not Tacos" and "Woodfired" while accurate lacked imagination. I enjoyed the Alambre tacos, which had a nice spicy kick. They were a mess to eat as served with the shell flat on the plate, and I wondered whether a hard shell might have been better. I also heard good but not great about the Octopus dinner. This being Dry January, I did not challenge the bar at all, though it looked well-stocked. Docked one star for parking, which, while free, was a cold 5-minute walk away. All in, I would recommend Pajarito and plan to return.

If you're looking for a more bougie Mexican food dining experience, you can't go wrong with Pajarito - bold flavors, delicious drinks, and reasonable prices. A friend and I stopped in for lunch after a walk, and first off - the space is BEAUTIFUL. The entrance is nestled in an outdoor mall-esque complex right on 50th and France, with free parking in the nearby ramps for convenience. But we're here for the food, right? So let's get to it. We ordered some yucca fries to split, and let me say - they did not skimp on the manchego cheese. Get these. Don't ask. Just get them. You can thank me later. Onto the entrees - ordered the pork carnitas and shrimp tacos, and these definitely aren't your traditional street tacos. I would have appreciated a double tortilla, as the single blue corn was struggling a little bit to maintain its integrity beneath all the fillings. Both were tasty, although the shrimp tacos had that delicious sourness from the lime aioli that put that was the winner in my books. For drinks, I ordered a paloma and my friend ordered the pineapple express. The paloma was pretty good, but nothing to write home about in terms of palomas, but the pineapple express is definitely the drink for those who like their alcohol, but don't want to taste it. Overall, great dining experience and convenient location!

On point with the flavors Nice atmosphere, clean and spacious. Good drinks too. Also easy to find parking

I have driven by many times and today was the first time I decided to give it a try. Wish I would have done it sooner! Star our server was great and provided us with exceptional service . She gave us great menu recommendations and was super friendly. The flavors and tastes were unique, the presentation was beautiful and I really liked the food .We will definitely be back soon for more.

Yummy yum Yummers wow. This place is so good. I have been here several times and it is always such great food. The yucca fries are one of the best foods I've ever eaten in my life. We were there for brunch and I got the huevos rancheros, divine! My friend got the tuna quinoa bowl (subbed carnitas for tuna) and it was so fresh and tasty. Definitely recommend!

Amazing food with very efficient service. Some of the best tacos I have had, but my favorite dish there is the wood fired pulpo (octopus). It is the most tender and flavorful of octopus that I have had layered over a very light tomato relish with potatoes. The other favorite of mine there is the tuna tostada, so fresh and full of citrus flavors. Something I also love, but no picture is the brussel sprouts, seasoned in a light elote sauce. Definitely a meal that is memorable. Also, the agave selection is fantastic, with the option to do flights. They also have a very good happy hour for drinks and specials on food. Note, the wood fired main meals are at the Edina location, and the menu is different at the St Paul location. I would not hesitate to make a reservation at either place, though.

I usually like Pajarito. The tacos, yuca, and some of the other small plates are decent. Service is also usually very good. But a couple of recent plates were so unlike their typical Latin presentations that it has changed my overall appreciation of this restaurant. Specifically, Tortilla Soup which typically has a light and flavorful broth base is presented at Pajarito with a base that has the consistency of tomato sauce. It ruins this popular Mexican soup. My Torta sandwich came standing on end, soaking in a bowl of strong tomato sauce with the consistency of ketchup. Why anyone would want a sandwich soaking in tomato sauce is a wonder. It is also heavily seasoned with peppers to the point of overwhelming any taste this sandwich might have. While I love the many great Latin sandwiches of Mexico, the Caribbean, Central & South America., this creation was not like any Latin inspired sandwich I've ever had. I may still go to Pajarito for tacos or their yuca, but unless they stop doing hotdish quality midwestern translations of classic Latin dishes, I won't be going there for a full meal again.