South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota’s Most Popular Mexican Restaurants

It's one of the best parts of going out to eat - finding that perfect Mexican restaurant.

But there are so many to choose from and each offers a unique perspective on which type of Mexican food they serve based on the region that inspired their menu.

To help narrow your search, FinanceBuzz is out with their list of The Best Mexican Restaurants in Every State.

No indication from them as to what exactly they used to base these recommendations on, but here goes:

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South Dakota: El Columpio - Mitchell

This East Spruce Street restaurant has an impressive 4.7 Yelp score and features a lot of traditional Mexican favorites as well as specialties like Chicken Mango Salad and a Shrimp Queso Burrito.

You also have not one, but two patio options to choose from - one on ground level and one on the rooftop.

(NOTE: North Dakota's top choice Plaza Azteca in Fargo, also has a Sioux Falls location)

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Iowa: El Bajio Mexican Restaurant - Cedar Rapids

This Gateway Place SW spot was opened in 2016 by a family that relocated from California.

Everything, from the tortillas to the tamales, is made from scratch in-house.

Enjoy items like Ceviche, Enchiladas Mole, and Pastel Tres Leches.

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Minnesota: Tacos El Kevin - Minneapolis

This restaurant has a physical location on Portland Avenue South and a food truck as well.

Fan favorites are Tacos Dorados, Suadero Tacos, Tacos Pastor, Carne Asada.

The Best Truck Stop Food in South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota

One of the best parts of any road trip is a stop at a truck stop. Whether you call them, travel centers, convenience stores, or just a gas stations; these oases are so interesting and fun.

In the middle of nowhere, you find the island of pavement, pumps, and people; getting gas, some rest, and fuel for themselves, AKA some classic truck stop food.

I'm partial to a Love's Truck Stop. They are usually big and well-managed. And as a connoisseur of gas-station coffee, Love's is one of the best. Plus, they have some delicious hot dogs.

I'm not the only one that enjoys a stop at a truck stop for good eats. The food blog LoveFood.com dug through user reviews to find the best truck stop food in each state.

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It’s 1989, where is your family going out to eat?

If you are a Sioux Falls 80s Kid, you probably spent many nights cruising the loop, browning the records at Musicland, and going out to eat at one of these gone but not forgotten Sioux Falls institutions.

On social media, we asked you all: ‘It’s 1989, where is your family going out to eat?’ Here’s what you said.

Detour Dining: Off-the-Beaten-Path Restaurants You Must Try in South Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa

Beyond the well-traveled tourist paths, there’s a whole different world of food exploration throughout South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota. From tiny restaurants in historic towns serving up generations-old recipes to small town dive bars that not only have cheap, cold beer, but unique and unexpected homemade dishes.

We’ve created an exploration of off-the-beaten path restaurants nestled in the charming landscapes of the tri-state area. Take a detour from the ordinary and discover the extraordinary flavors as you travel the roads not-so-often traveled.

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