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Buzzing takeaway offering hefty portions of Mexican cuisine from a weekly changing menu.
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Address: 1222 NE 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Phone: (612) 200-8087
Website: https://www.nixtampls.com/
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Oro By Nixta
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Reviews
Minh Khôi Dương
I had the aguachile, the lengua tacos, the mole de olla, and the arroz con leche.
I really liked the aguachile, which tasted very fresh, and the lengua tacos, which were very tender and well-balanced.
On the other hand, the arroz con leche was too cinnamony for me.
… moreI really liked the aguachile, which tasted very fresh, and the lengua tacos, which were very tender and well-balanced.
On the other hand, the arroz con leche was too cinnamony for me.
Casandra Carmona-Rios
I had such an amazing experience at this restaurant! The service was exceptional from the moment I walked in—everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. The tacos de lengua were hands-down the best I’ve ever had: tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned.
What really made the visit stand out was the manager taking the time to explain the different types of mezcal they offer. It was super informative and added a special touch to the meal. You can really tell they care about both the food and the customer experience.
Highly recommend! I’ll definitely be coming back.
… moreWhat really made the visit stand out was the manager taking the time to explain the different types of mezcal they offer. It was super informative and added a special touch to the meal. You can really tell they care about both the food and the customer experience.
Highly recommend! I’ll definitely be coming back.
Ned’s Eats Detroit
Oro by Nixta had the highest quality tacos I’ve ever had, and I’ve had plenty. A few reviews I read prior to my meal caviled at the prices. The way I see it, quality comes at a price.
We started off with a couple margaritas. These were strong, but went down easy. As for our meal, we had soft shell crab, beef tongue, duck, and quesabirria tacos. The soft shell crab was unlike any other taco I’ve had. The crab appears burnt, but is actually deep fried, then blackened with squid ink. It was crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. It’s worth coming here for that alone. I’ve had beef tongue tacos a handful of times, but none compare to Oro by Nixta’s. My biggest knock on beef tongue is the overly gummy texture. Here, it was prepared in a way where the flavors overshadowed the texture. The duck tacos were much smaller than anticipated. However, the combination of the cherry salsa and avocado sauce complemented the duck nicely. Lastly, the birria tacos weren’t as peculiar as the other tacos, but were still delightful.
Most Mexican restaurants offer affordable fare and hole in the wall vibes. If you go to Oro by Nixta with that expectation, you’ll be disappointed. It’s evident thought and passion goes into each dish here. If I ever make it back to Minneapolis, it would be hard to pass up dining here again.
… moreWe started off with a couple margaritas. These were strong, but went down easy. As for our meal, we had soft shell crab, beef tongue, duck, and quesabirria tacos. The soft shell crab was unlike any other taco I’ve had. The crab appears burnt, but is actually deep fried, then blackened with squid ink. It was crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. It’s worth coming here for that alone. I’ve had beef tongue tacos a handful of times, but none compare to Oro by Nixta’s. My biggest knock on beef tongue is the overly gummy texture. Here, it was prepared in a way where the flavors overshadowed the texture. The duck tacos were much smaller than anticipated. However, the combination of the cherry salsa and avocado sauce complemented the duck nicely. Lastly, the birria tacos weren’t as peculiar as the other tacos, but were still delightful.
Most Mexican restaurants offer affordable fare and hole in the wall vibes. If you go to Oro by Nixta with that expectation, you’ll be disappointed. It’s evident thought and passion goes into each dish here. If I ever make it back to Minneapolis, it would be hard to pass up dining here again.
Zack Schleif
Oro had some really great food and some phenomenal food service! Everyone we finished a plate our next course was already at our table! If you’re looking for traditional Mexican food but elevated with style and class this is the place! Definitely a place to get some fun drinks and Mexican cuisine! ¡Muy Rico!
… moreSarah Cuello
Everything my tastebuds touched induced a warm feeling of love, joy, and satisfaction. All the dishes we tried upon the first bite I felt my shoulders relax and my mouth excited about the flavors and textures. I’m usually a very picky eater but I went in thinking I was going to try anything I could and I am so incredibly happy I did. Service and staff were polite knowledgeable and attentive, we were treated like family. The atmosphere is so welcoming and the art on the walls are beautiful, deep and thoughtful. Everyone involved in the operation has put their heart into this place and you can tell. Can’t wait to bring everyone I know for this wonderful experience.
… moreAngie R
We had been meaning to go here as we’ve heard great things. We took a friend for her birthday dinner and enjoyed many dishes together. Everything was quite delicious, flavorful, and delectable! The quesabirria appetizer was our favorite!
Get your reservations early as they are not open every day and the reservations fill up quickly!
Enjoy!
… moreGet your reservations early as they are not open every day and the reservations fill up quickly!
Enjoy!
Tray Wood
Had an amazing experience. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Plenty of staff to help. The quesabirrias and carnitas tacos were fantastic but the Mole de Olla was the show stopper. Definitely a unique and quaint restaurant. Highly recommend.
… moreJill O
Oro by Nixta offers a fine dining twist on Mexican cuisine. Overall, the food is fantastic, but service our night seemed a little slow for the quality of the restaurant.
Our favorite dish was the Chochoyotes de Yuca, which is considered an appetizer. These yuca-masa dough balls are melt-in-your-mouth delicious with a creamy queso salsa topped with a refreshingly tangy arugula salad. I cannot recommend this enough.
Following that we really enjoyed the Sope de Zanahoria and Taco de Milpa. A sope is essentially a savory, dense masa cake, and it paired well with the roasted carrot. The milpa (squah) taco was so delicious, and the beans inside were a nice texture and flavor.
Our mild disappointment of the evening was the Pescado al Pastor. The tortillas, canelli beans, and pineapple sauce were all delicate compliments to one another. However, the fish itself kind of got lost amongst the other flavors and didn’t pack a strong punch. We liked our cocktails as well.
Normally, I wouldn’t make a comment on service, but since this is a fine dining place, I’ll make a note. It took almost 10 minutes for a server to come introduce the menu, which was confusing because they seemed well-staffed. Our waiter was nice and informative, but it just took longer than expected to order. The food does come fast after you order, and they are able to adjust quantities in appetizers to accommodate group size.
It’s a good restaurant, and I would return!
… moreOur favorite dish was the Chochoyotes de Yuca, which is considered an appetizer. These yuca-masa dough balls are melt-in-your-mouth delicious with a creamy queso salsa topped with a refreshingly tangy arugula salad. I cannot recommend this enough.
Following that we really enjoyed the Sope de Zanahoria and Taco de Milpa. A sope is essentially a savory, dense masa cake, and it paired well with the roasted carrot. The milpa (squah) taco was so delicious, and the beans inside were a nice texture and flavor.
Our mild disappointment of the evening was the Pescado al Pastor. The tortillas, canelli beans, and pineapple sauce were all delicate compliments to one another. However, the fish itself kind of got lost amongst the other flavors and didn’t pack a strong punch. We liked our cocktails as well.
Normally, I wouldn’t make a comment on service, but since this is a fine dining place, I’ll make a note. It took almost 10 minutes for a server to come introduce the menu, which was confusing because they seemed well-staffed. Our waiter was nice and informative, but it just took longer than expected to order. The food does come fast after you order, and they are able to adjust quantities in appetizers to accommodate group size.
It’s a good restaurant, and I would return!
Corey Travel
Elevated Mexican food in NE Mpls! Let’s start with the heirloom corn because it really does make a difference in the flavor of the corn tortillas and tostadas we had. The house-made tortillas are exceptional, and dishes like the Guacamole, Tetela de Huitlacoche (made with nixtamal, huitlacoche, salsa de queso), and Tacos de Pato (duck confit served on a jicama tortilla with avocado mousse and cranberry pico) really showcase the freshness and creativity of the kitchen.
My favorite dish was the Quesabirria (three beef birria and quesillo tacos served with consomé, cactus salad). We also tried the Barbacoa, a slow-roasted lamb shank — great flavors, though I wished it had been a little more spicy. The Pollo con Mole (chicken thigh with mole) was plated like something you’d expect at a high-end tasting menu. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the fried plantain added a perfect complement to the mole and chicken.
My mezcal cocktail, however, was a miss — it lacked the boozy burn I like to balance the sweetness of the fruit flavors.
Overall, I would highly recommend a visit to this top-notch Mexican eatery — definitely order a bunch of dishes to share! The ambiance is cozy with vibrant Mexican flair, and the service was spot on. Cost without tip for 4 people was $215. Reservations recommended.
… moreMy favorite dish was the Quesabirria (three beef birria and quesillo tacos served with consomé, cactus salad). We also tried the Barbacoa, a slow-roasted lamb shank — great flavors, though I wished it had been a little more spicy. The Pollo con Mole (chicken thigh with mole) was plated like something you’d expect at a high-end tasting menu. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the fried plantain added a perfect complement to the mole and chicken.
My mezcal cocktail, however, was a miss — it lacked the boozy burn I like to balance the sweetness of the fruit flavors.
Overall, I would highly recommend a visit to this top-notch Mexican eatery — definitely order a bunch of dishes to share! The ambiance is cozy with vibrant Mexican flair, and the service was spot on. Cost without tip for 4 people was $215. Reservations recommended.
Matt Gallagher
Had a really enjoyable dinner. The food was very unique and exceptionally flavorful. We had the yuca dumplings, duck mole and birria tacos. All were excellent, but the duck mole was our favorite. Very attentive and knowledgeable service. The only small ding was that our table was by the front and cold every time the door opened. They offered to move us, but we would have had to limit our dinning time. Otherwise the space is really cozy and we’ll decorated. Bonus was meeting and chatting with the chef. Awesome experience, worth a trip.
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