The Twin Cities' essential Mexican market offers the area's best tamales, great carnitas, and superior braised dishes, such as pork in green chilies and chicken mole. Grab a quick lunch at the deli counter or have a seat in the full-service café.
From the Restaurant
El Burrito Mercado is second generation family– and women of color–owned and has been located in St. Paul since 1979. El Cafe y Bar Restaurant is attached to our vibrant mercado marketplace, which features a bakery, deli, grocery, produce, meats, and imported gifts and home decor. El Cafe y Bar offers traditional cafeteria-style dining OR sit-down restaurant offering Mexican food & cocktails. We also have a patio.
