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FILL UP TOP-NOTCH MEXICAN FOOD Enjoying a nice meal with your family doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. If you’re searching for a local restaurant that serves fresh and flavorful Mexican food, look no further than El Potro Mexican Restaurant. We’re a family-owned restaurant in Brainerd, MN serving all your Mexican food favorites every day of the week. Thirsty for a margarita? Be sure to check out our drink specials. Stop by our Mexican restaurant for lunch or dinner today.
Colorful, casual restaurant serving hearty Mexican, Tex-Mex & American dishes, plus margaritas.
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Reviews
Rachel Cagle
My husband and I stopped here for lunch as we were driving back to the Twin Cities after a cabin weekend and it blew my expectations. The food was flavorful and the service was great. I was craving guacamole and it did not disappoint – very fresh and not overly onion/cilantro-y.
… moreDarcy Hall
Staff is on the ball and there to serve you with what you need and without hesitation. The food is great and you get good portions for your money, if you wanted you could share a dish; but I like taking home leftovers for lunch or dinner the next day. The workers are friendly and willing to explain what the dishes are if you don’t know. I personally love the Xtaupa fajitas with the scallops, shrimp and chicken, onion, green pepper, and pineapple. It’s so yummy!!!!
… moreJulie Schwartz
Loved this place! Good and authentic Mexican food. Varied menu. Reasonable prices. Free chips and salsa. Good service. Clean restaurant and bathrooms. Convenient location and parking. Will go there again when I pass through Brainerd.
… moreDylan Anderson
Very good food. Beats the over priced place across town.
… morePreston Luman
No frills dining room. Many times that’s where you find the best Mexican food. Friendly service from the instant we entered the front door. Good food served quick & hot. Extensive menu.
… moreMichele Berger
Excellent food, prices and people! I just celebrated my birthday there, got a free fried ice cream and they sang to me, offered me a shot of tequila when I first arrived (I dont drink but appreciated the offer). The waiter was very attentive and catered to our less than normal desires, fancy water glasses with lemon and even offered to take our photos for us! Incredible evening all around.
… moreJenna Svenningsen
This is a downtown gem I think gets overlooked by the crowded area.
I’ve been here multiple times and every time the service is friendly and fast, has a good atmosphere, the food is out fast and has always been delicious.
they also have blended margaritas that were great on the 90 degree day I went.
For me it’s a must!
… moreI’ve been here multiple times and every time the service is friendly and fast, has a good atmosphere, the food is out fast and has always been delicious.
they also have blended margaritas that were great on the 90 degree day I went.
For me it’s a must!
Jaxson Weimer
This is another great hidden gem
Atmosphere is so cool and quite nice and these fajita nachos so good
Will definitely be back
… moreAtmosphere is so cool and quite nice and these fajita nachos so good
Will definitely be back
Sarah Lou
Visited this place for the first time this week, on a whim, and it did NOT disappoint! Service was spectacular – food came out quick, and it was fresh and hot! The chips and salsa – yummmmmmmmers! I will most definitely vist this place more often!!!!!
Edit- 4.14.2025
Came here again. Ordered the chicken chimichanga. So. Freaking. Good.
The chips and salsa were in point. Yummmmmm.
The service is outstanding!
… moreEdit- 4.14.2025
Came here again. Ordered the chicken chimichanga. So. Freaking. Good.
The chips and salsa were in point. Yummmmmm.
The service is outstanding!
Cindy Luedtke
We have the chimichanga’s beef and the super appetizer. The chimichangas were awesome so where the refried beans. The regular margarita was OK the appetizer very good.Will be back
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