(612) 822-8062
3450 Lyndale Avenue South
Minneapolis,
MN
55408
44.940405
-93.288189
Neighborhoods: Carag, Calhoun Isles
El Meson
What People Are Saying About El Meson
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Dinner here is a cultural as well as culinary experience--an eye-opener to anyone who thinks Spanish and Mexican fare are the same thing. Rice and meat are staples: Order anything from steak to fish. Regulars enjoy the pollo al ajillo and carne fritta. Those who can't make up their mind go all-out with the paella valenciana, which crams lobster, shrimp, clams, mussels, squid, halibut, pork, chicken and sausage into a mountain of saffron rice.
08/02/09
Mismatch between food and service
by nivag
The menu was sufficiently interesting and the food was good enough to warrant a second visit. However, the service was not. The waiter seemed quite indifferent to our presence. As just some examples, we were not asked for drink or appetizer orders, he watched our food be plated by the chef and THEN went to take an order for another table, we were not acknowledged on our way out by anyone. And this was NOT a busy time: only 4-5 tables seated. We do appreciate good food but also expect the service to match when dining out. There was a clear mismatch at El Meson and given the many other choices in the neighborhood, we won't be back.
04/25/09
our favorite!
by lucychilds
Great atmosphere, great tapas menu. They have great nightly specials - if you love something you might never see it again. We love the sangria, too!
- Pros: jambalaya
- Cons: they don't always serve the jambalaya
03/05/09
Fantastic fusion
by CSMobileUser
A delightful combination of traditional spanish entrees, like paella, with contemporary caribbean flavors. El meson also offers an impressive wine list to complement the exotic flavors. Start with the peras, they're the bomb.
The Details on El Meson
What to Drink:
The extensive wine list includes favorites from Spain and South America. Although not every type is offered by the glass, no bottle exceeds $40.
Kid-Friendly:
Half-sized portions are available for kids.
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