Westopolis Taco Trail — Explore Seven Stops Across Five Neighborhoods
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Seven taco stops, five neighborhoods, and endless flavor await along the Westopolis Taco Trail. Discover authentic Mexican tacos, local favorites, and lively neighborhoods throughout St. Louis Park and Golden Valley.
A Flavor-Filled Tour of the Westopolis Taco Trail
Searching for great tacos in St. Louis Park and Golden Valley? Use the Westopolis Taco Trail to find seven delicious restaurants spread across five distinctive neighborhoods in the west metro of Minneapolis.
The trail includes everything from fresh tortillas and traditional street tacos to rich birria and inventive taco specialties. Each restaurant brings its own authentic flavors. The experience also leads you to local shopping areas, scenic parks, public art, and neighborhood favorites that make this part of the Twin Cities worth discovering.
Visit a single stop or take on the full route to experience the local food scene in St. Louis Park and Golden Valley.
🌮 Choose Your Taco Adventure
The Westopolis Taco Trail travels through five distinctive neighborhoods. At every stop, authentic Mexican flavors meet nearby opportunities for shopping, recreation, entertainment, and exploration.
Texa-Tonka
Two taco stops in one neighborhood
Texa-Tonka features two excellent taco destinations only steps from each other. Begin at Brito’s Burrito for house-made tortillas and burritos made your way, then cross the street to Bodega Taco Bar for crispy birria tacos and street-style favorites.
While visiting, explore the historic Texa-Tonka Shopping Center, discover unique local shops, or connect with a nearby bike trail.
Historic Walker Lake
A taco destination with deep neighborhood roots
In St. Louis Park’s Historic Walker Lake District, Mexico City Café has served authentic Mexican cuisine since 2019. This family-owned restaurant is recognized for flavorful tacos, traditional dishes, and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
The district takes its name from a 19th-century lumber baron and contains the oldest commercial building in St. Louis Park. Enjoy tacos here while experiencing a neighborhood filled with history, local culture, and Westopolis Taco Trail flavor.
Excelsior & Grand
Two taco favorites in a lively setting
The Excelsior & Grand district brings two popular taco destinations together. The Taco Shop serves street-style tacos and burritos, while Lago Tacos offers creative taco pairings and margaritas.
After your meal, visit nearby shops, unwind in Wolfe Park, or attend a community event in this energetic neighborhood center.
West End
Bold flavor in an entertainment hub
At the West End stop, Chi-Chi’s serves classic Mexican favorites in the lively Shops at West End district.
With restaurants, shopping, and entertainment all around, this Taco Trail destination makes it easy to combine tacos with a movie, drinks, or an evening out.
Golden Valley
Tacos alongside outdoor exploration
Teresa’s Mexican Restaurant is a longtime local favorite for authentic Mexican dishes. The restaurant sits just minutes from the trails and lakes of Theodore Wirth Regional Park — one of the largest and most beautiful parks in the Twin Cities.
Enjoy tacos before setting out on miles of hiking and biking trails, through wooded landscapes, and toward scenic views.
Explore the attractions and activities in each neighborhood, and remember that every check-in brings you closer to Taco Trail rewards.
🌮 All Taco Trail Stops
The Westopolis Taco Trail brings together seven taco restaurants in St. Louis Park and Golden Valley:
- Bodega Taco Bar
- Brito’s Burrito
- Chi-Chi’s
- Lago Tacos
- Mexico City Café
- The Taco Shop
- Teresa’s Mexican Restaurant
Every stop has its own taco style, ranging from traditional Mexican recipes to contemporary taco creations.
🌮 Plan Your Taco Trail Adventure
There is no required order for exploring the Westopolis Taco Trail. Visit one neighborhood for lunch, or turn the route into a full day by stopping at several restaurants.
Bring friends, cycle between neighborhoods, or plan a weekend taco crawl across St. Louis Park and Golden Valley. However you choose to explore, the trail offers a delicious way to experience the local food scene in the west metro Twin Cities.
Seven stops. Five neighborhoods. Endless tacos.
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