The Taco Shop — tacos in Minneapolis, MN

The Taco Shop

4.5· 464 Google reviews·$$·Elmwood

The Taco Shop is a Minneapolis, MN taco spot in the Elmwood area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 464 Google reviews.

Rating
4.5
Loved by locals
Reviews
464
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Elmwood, Minneapolis
  • •Plenty of community reviews

Order like a local

  • →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Neighborhood
Elmwood, Minneapolis
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does The Taco Shop serve?+

The Taco Shop is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is The Taco Shop located?+

The Taco Shop is at 5618 W 36th St, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA, in the Elmwood neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Is The Taco Shop good?+

The Taco Shop has a 4.5★ average across 464 Google reviews — loved by locals by Minneapolis taco standards.

How expensive is The Taco Shop?+

The Taco Shop sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Minneapolis taquería.

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