# El Norteño Authentic Mexican > Outdoor patio offers a gorgeous, plant-filled oasis with twinkle lights and murals, creating a calm, cozy atmosphere that feels like stepping into a Mexican kitchen. Indoor space remains dark and quiet, while the patio buzzes with life and greenery, providing a hidden retreat from busy streets. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/El-Norteño-Authentic-Mexican - Address: 4000 E Lake St, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States - Phone: +16127226888 - Website: https://elnortenominneapolis.com/ ## What it is good for - Date Spots — 10/10 - Enchiladas — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Outdoor Seating — 9.5/10 - Outdoor Space — 9.2/10 - Food — 8.8/10 - Dinner Spots — 8.8/10 - Mexican Food — 8.7/10 - Guacamole — 8.3/10 - Beer — 6.7/10 ## What people say - "The Mexican food here is delicious and not greasy at all." - "The patio is a gorgeous, green oasis with lots of plants." - "The steak tacos and mole dish make this a great spot for a date." ## Good to know - The restaurant is pickup only, with no seating available. - The menu is small and does not include liquor, but offers wine margaritas. - There are several vegan and gluten-free options available. - Chips and salsa are charged separately. - Two dinners typically cost about $35 plus tip. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.