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Modernized Mexican eatery specializing in housemade moles, BBQ from around the world & cocktails.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5400 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Phone: (612) 886-1606
Website: https://www.colitampls.com/
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Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Mrs LazyPants
Wow! My husband (GF) and I love this place. Has been recommended by many friends and so glad we finally came. We arrived about 20 min before our reservation on a Saturday, it was packed! Plenty of street parking for free. We sat at the bar and got some drinks – me the Telenovela (amazing, I could have drank two. Definitely the mezcal smokey flavor I was hoping for). My husband got Naranjitas from the zero proof menu – amazing as well! Bartenders were awesome, equally attentive to us and knew who we were while waiting for our table to be ready.
I also got the Naked Dani drink (salty foam, sweet drink with a mini duck!) and it was great!
We started with the Aguachile (reco from bartenders) and both of us were salivating at how tasty. So fresh and a great starter. Also got the Smoked Caesar – liking the plate good. We are caesar snobs and this was at the top of the list. My husband ordered the Tempura Fried Shrimp Tacos (since he’s GF and never gets tempura, he was super excited) and they were great – just enough of the shrimp flavor, sauce and cabbage – exactly what he was expecting. I got the pork chilorio tacos and they were so saucy, deep and yet balanced with the cucumber avo salsa. So yummy! Had to get the Elote as a side (again elote snobs) and my husband said he thinks that was the best thing he’s ever eaten.
We didnt take a picture of the churros – ate them too fast. Hubby loved them as well – so good with some ice cream on the side. I ordered an espresso martini with tequila (with salt on the edge) and it was perfect. Husband got a double espresso with lemon twist – he was pleased.
Overall a great experience. Service stood out as a plus with our server being very attentive, on pace with us for service, cleaning up as we went. Loud, exciting environment. Probably difficult to be on a date and have a serious convo, more for fun and all about the food experience. About $200 for the two of us, with a little elote to take home.
… moreI also got the Naked Dani drink (salty foam, sweet drink with a mini duck!) and it was great!
We started with the Aguachile (reco from bartenders) and both of us were salivating at how tasty. So fresh and a great starter. Also got the Smoked Caesar – liking the plate good. We are caesar snobs and this was at the top of the list. My husband ordered the Tempura Fried Shrimp Tacos (since he’s GF and never gets tempura, he was super excited) and they were great – just enough of the shrimp flavor, sauce and cabbage – exactly what he was expecting. I got the pork chilorio tacos and they were so saucy, deep and yet balanced with the cucumber avo salsa. So yummy! Had to get the Elote as a side (again elote snobs) and my husband said he thinks that was the best thing he’s ever eaten.
We didnt take a picture of the churros – ate them too fast. Hubby loved them as well – so good with some ice cream on the side. I ordered an espresso martini with tequila (with salt on the edge) and it was perfect. Husband got a double espresso with lemon twist – he was pleased.
Overall a great experience. Service stood out as a plus with our server being very attentive, on pace with us for service, cleaning up as we went. Loud, exciting environment. Probably difficult to be on a date and have a serious convo, more for fun and all about the food experience. About $200 for the two of us, with a little elote to take home.
Jill O
Colita hits when it hits and misses when it misses. Their Mexican food is a little off the mark for the price, but the general Mexican inspired dishes are just okay. Standouts included the churros and the pork chop. The churros are delightfully crispy paired well with a salted Carmel sauce. The pork chop is one of the juiciest pieces of pork I have ever had and pairs well with the spicy sauce.
For the misses, we did not like the tuna tostada, tlayuda, or pork chilorio tacos. I liked parts of their dishes, but the masa used in this restaurant is not as thick or crispy as I would like for a place that grinds their own corn. The tuna and pork are both really tasty individually, but the corn distracts. The tlayuda is basically a corn dish. I think if you’ve been to Oaxaca, this food will be a bit disappointing on the Mexican front.
The drinks are super fun though! A bubbly duck drink! Couldn’t imagine a more creative drink.
… moreFor the misses, we did not like the tuna tostada, tlayuda, or pork chilorio tacos. I liked parts of their dishes, but the masa used in this restaurant is not as thick or crispy as I would like for a place that grinds their own corn. The tuna and pork are both really tasty individually, but the corn distracts. The tlayuda is basically a corn dish. I think if you’ve been to Oaxaca, this food will be a bit disappointing on the Mexican front.
The drinks are super fun though! A bubbly duck drink! Couldn’t imagine a more creative drink.
Cullen Haskins
Interesting take on elevated Mexican food. Our favorites are in this order from best to least.
Shrimp taco.
Sweet potato app.
Churros
Pork tostadas
Chicken tostadas (chicken was overcooked and dry)
… moreShrimp taco.
Sweet potato app.
Churros
Pork tostadas
Chicken tostadas (chicken was overcooked and dry)
Bill Stewart
Upscale, modern restaurant with great service and tasty food. We ordered Lamb Barbacoa Tacos, Chicken Tonga Tostadas, and Corn Elote. Lamb tacos and Corn Elote were very tasty. Chicken tostadas were a bit bland. Service was excellent.
… moreDaniel Portnov
Small plates restaurant with delicious Mexican inspired dishes and a very pleasant ambiance in the outdoor patio. Probably in the top 5 best restaurants I’ve ever been to and definitely my favorite in Minnesota. My fiancée is celiac and I generally eat gluten free as well and this entire restaurant is 100% gf.
… moreThe Vic
A Moonlit Night at Colita
I have a bit of history with Colita, and one memory still stands out vividly when I was at the bar. I remember watching the bartenders at work, shaking up drinks with such energy and style. It was one of those nights where you end up chatting with strangers and bartenders alike, and it all feels easy and connected. That moment really captured what I love about Colita — it’s not just the food, it’s the atmosphere.
Fast forward two years, and I finally made it back. The patio has expanded since then, and it feels like a completely new experience compared to their warm, well-lit dining room inside. On this particular October night, the air was mild, the moonlight soft, and for a moment, I felt like I was somewhere in Mexico — relaxed, lively, and full of flavor.
I started with a drink called the “Naked Dani.” It was a foamy, flavorful twist on a margarita, light but bold in taste. Though honestly, I couldn’t help thinking it should’ve been called “Naked Antonio” — it just sounds sexier and feels more in tune with Colita’s playful vibe.
For food, I went with the Octopus Al Pastor — smashed potatoes, smoked paprika, serrano, cilantro, and micro shiso. Octopus can sometimes be tough, but this one was tender and perfectly cooked. I did wish for a touch more seasoning, but the dish was still enjoyable and beautifully presented.
Then came the Chicken Liver Memelita with pickled pear, shiso, hibiscus, and preserved blackberries. I’ll admit — I’m very particular about pâté. I expected something rich and velvety, but this version was more like a mousse — airy, slightly sweet, and unexpected. It wasn’t bad, just not quite what I was anticipating.
I also ordered the Crispy Masa Chips with guacamole, hummus, peanuts, and guajillo salsa. To call them “chips” doesn’t quite do them justice — they were thick, crunchy, and full of texture. Delicious, though maybe a bit pricey for what you get.
Still, Colita never fails to deliver an experience. The space buzzes with energy, the food pushes creative boundaries, and the drinks always surprise you. It’s one of those places where you go not just to eat, but to feel something — a bit of adventure, a touch of nostalgia, and a reminder of how fun dining can be.
… moreI have a bit of history with Colita, and one memory still stands out vividly when I was at the bar. I remember watching the bartenders at work, shaking up drinks with such energy and style. It was one of those nights where you end up chatting with strangers and bartenders alike, and it all feels easy and connected. That moment really captured what I love about Colita — it’s not just the food, it’s the atmosphere.
Fast forward two years, and I finally made it back. The patio has expanded since then, and it feels like a completely new experience compared to their warm, well-lit dining room inside. On this particular October night, the air was mild, the moonlight soft, and for a moment, I felt like I was somewhere in Mexico — relaxed, lively, and full of flavor.
I started with a drink called the “Naked Dani.” It was a foamy, flavorful twist on a margarita, light but bold in taste. Though honestly, I couldn’t help thinking it should’ve been called “Naked Antonio” — it just sounds sexier and feels more in tune with Colita’s playful vibe.
For food, I went with the Octopus Al Pastor — smashed potatoes, smoked paprika, serrano, cilantro, and micro shiso. Octopus can sometimes be tough, but this one was tender and perfectly cooked. I did wish for a touch more seasoning, but the dish was still enjoyable and beautifully presented.
Then came the Chicken Liver Memelita with pickled pear, shiso, hibiscus, and preserved blackberries. I’ll admit — I’m very particular about pâté. I expected something rich and velvety, but this version was more like a mousse — airy, slightly sweet, and unexpected. It wasn’t bad, just not quite what I was anticipating.
I also ordered the Crispy Masa Chips with guacamole, hummus, peanuts, and guajillo salsa. To call them “chips” doesn’t quite do them justice — they were thick, crunchy, and full of texture. Delicious, though maybe a bit pricey for what you get.
Still, Colita never fails to deliver an experience. The space buzzes with energy, the food pushes creative boundaries, and the drinks always surprise you. It’s one of those places where you go not just to eat, but to feel something — a bit of adventure, a touch of nostalgia, and a reminder of how fun dining can be.
Kaitlyn Stiers
Went here last night on a whim, and it was absolutely amazing. We sat at the bar and they made us amazing mocktails, we started with the tuna, tostada and yellowtail, and then moved our way to the Barbacoa tacos and bean and cheese tostada. Of course we had to finish with the churro, would not skip this part! As a person with a gluten allergy, this restaurant was amazing for both people with an allergy or not.
… moreLaura Ullman
Loved sitting on the outside patio. Green flowing plants all over. It was our anniversary so the bar sent over complimentary drinks. The chicken Tinga was my favorite. Spicy and fresh. The shrimp taco was also very good. I was not a big fan of the guacamole. Too smooth for me. But the chips were interesting. The bar was fun to sit at. Busy, and a great bartender who tried to talk us into dining at the bar. He was funny. This is a more progressive Mexican restaurant with a younger crowd. Would dinner here again.
… moreMatthew N
Last night we celebrated an anniversary dinner at Colita. There was a bit of a snafu with the reservation and wait time, but the manager more than made up for it. He and the wait staff were so friendly and amazing. The atmosphere was relaxed yet buzzing. Impressive they were able to run things so efficiently and calmly while it was so busy. We all loved the food, it was so good! Highly recommend.
… moreM C. M
DEC-2025. Far from I was expecting. Coming from mexican Capital. We ordered two TLAYUDAS to pickup.
Those were more like a tostada =/ They were good, but far from the real use of the word TLAYUDA and the concept, not even mentioning that the real tlayuda from Oaxaca is 4 times bigger, or the one from México City is 2 to 3 times bigger, but the ingredients. Very disappointed. On the other hand, Minnesota nice mood is no presence there, no friendly service, even for pickup. I wouldn’t say is mexican food, just cocina fusión.
… moreThose were more like a tostada =/ They were good, but far from the real use of the word TLAYUDA and the concept, not even mentioning that the real tlayuda from Oaxaca is 4 times bigger, or the one from México City is 2 to 3 times bigger, but the ingredients. Very disappointed. On the other hand, Minnesota nice mood is no presence there, no friendly service, even for pickup. I wouldn’t say is mexican food, just cocina fusión.