Chilango

Visa Dining Collection

4.5 (32)

$31 to $50

Mexican

2730 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55416-4466

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2 people

May 7, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Lively
Great for outdoor dining

MEXICAN CUISINE REIMAGINED

Yucatán raised, Mexican born Chef Jorge Guzmán has dedicated his life to perfecting the flavors of the Mexican cuisine he was raised with, but presenting them in a way that is unique & unexpected. Chilango is the culmination of his culinary journey & his love letter to Mexican cuisine & culture. Guzmán's distinguished career has earned him national recognition, including being named as a James Beard Award Finalist & featured in the New York Times.

Step into a space adorned with vibrant murals over looking Lake Bde Maka Ska. Enjoy dishes like charred sweet potato enchiladas bathed in a rich yellow mole & nachos piled high with fresh ingredients. Don't miss our spicy mango margarita, a testament to the bar's creative prowess. FREE ramp parking.

Experience Chilango Hospitality, Warm & Welcoming, Authentic & Grateful. We LOVE hosting you for any occasion, a simple dinner on a weekday, a weekend outing, a celebration dinner or social / corporate events.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(952) 582-4337
Website
https://chilangomn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jorge Guzman
Catering
We would love catering your special events.
Private party facilities
We offer a beautiful semi-private dining room suitable for any occasion. Our warm and inviting space located at the historic Beach Club is a perfect choice for your special event any time of the year. Celebrate your Corporate events, Birthdays, Rehearsal dinners, Anniversaries, class reunions, celebration of life events.

Location
2730 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55416-4466
Neighborhood
Calhoun Isles
Cross street
We offer FREE Ramp parking at The Beach Club ramp, entry on Thomas Ave.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Friends with Benefits welcomes Ana Castro
$115.00 per person
Prepaid
May 19, 2025 only
Friends with Benefits welcomes chef Ana Castro Friends with Benefits was created by chef/owner Jorge Guzmán in 2023 as a way to cook with friends whom he rarely sees and gave him an opportunity to give back to the community. Chef Guzmán has invited some of the most notable chefs in the country to Minneapolis to just "hang out" and cook together all the while donating the proceeds to charity. If you ask him he'll say "selfishly i just wanted to cook with chefs I really admire and look up too and wouldn't have a chance to otherwise" and what a better way to raise awareness for charity and give back. Your ticket price is inclusive of gratuity. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase on-site. Menu Includes S N A C K - Toastada de Atun chintextle, atun, aguacate, macha verde, jicama P R I M E R - Roasted Beets hibiscus, sour cherry, habanero, rhubarb S E G U N D O - Chochoyotes higgins crab, poblano, nasturtium, fennel T E R C E R O - Birria de Res Casera creekstone beef, mole de birria, garbanzo P O S T R E - Papaya en Tacha candied papaya, piloncillo syrup, goats cheese ice cream

What 32 people are saying

Chilango reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Minneapolis - St. Paul
Great for scenic views
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Kid-friendly
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Healthy
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Hot spot
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Romantic
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chilango offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional service, food, and ambiance." Diners praise the "fantastic food and drinks" and appreciate the knowledgeable staff. While some find it "a bit overpriced," the creative menu and beautiful setting make it "more than worth the trip." A charming spot to enjoy a meal!

32 Reviews

J
Joni
Minneapolis2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time on the patio celebrating Chilango’s 1-year anniversary, complete with a mariachi band and special menu on a beautiful day! Yum!
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Michelle
Minneapolis11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat on the patio across the street from the lake. Beautiful. Service was fabulous and fast. The food was so yummy. Meat beef and chicken were both tender and nicely grilled. The beans were outstanding. Rice was cooked perfectly. Toppings all good. Oh, and the chips with salsa another hit. We will definitely be coming back with others to share the yummy food with them.
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Grant VIP
Minneapolis36 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second time at Chilango and love it just as much as the first time. The food is great, the service professionals are informed on the menu and make sure to work with any dietary restrictions. I look forward to the next time I visit.
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Marguerite
Minneapolis2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was a little dark and musty in there. Spicy marg was lackluster.
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Bill VIP
Minneapolis40 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Too expensive for what you get…entrees should include the rice and beans, and not be ala carte. Food was nicely presented, but just ok in execution. Drinks however were delicious!
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Diana
Unspecified1 review
1.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Brunch was really unpleasant. A lot of items were already cold. Their enchiladas were also very old and they were not at proper temperature. I would say because it was cold and then I think the service was just I’m not sure because if it was Easter or what it just wasn’t what I was expecting, I know I wouldn’t go back
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Carlos VIP
Minneapolis2 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Easter buffet brunch served food that was generally quite good. The one criticism is that no dessert was offered--on an Easter Sunday meal! Our server, in response to my question, stated that the typical breakfast pastries (cinnamon buns and a few similar items) that were at the start of the buffet table could serve as dessert, but that was not an adequate response. No true dessert was offered.
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Robert VIP
Minneapolis24 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was excellent. We had tuna tataki as an appetizer and enchiladas verde/enchiladas de camote as entrees. Everything was perfect, including the spice level. The service was a little disjointed (we received our appetizer before our glasses of wine), but improved as the night went on. My biggest complaint was the temperature in the room. It was freezing! A couple of diners wore puffy coats throughout the meal! Just like the service, the temperature improved as the night went on. All in all, an enjoyable evening.
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Shannon
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chilango is always exceptional. The service, the food, the ambiance, 5 stars.
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Holly VIP
Minneapolis36 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is underrated! I highly recommend it. The food and drinks were amazing as well as the service! The location is really nice and a great view of the lake, parking was easy. did I say the food and drinks were amazing?
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FAQs

Chilango is rated 4.5 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

2730 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55416-4466

Additional information

Cross street
We offer FREE Ramp parking at The Beach Club ramp, entry on Thomas Ave.
Neighborhood
Calhoun Isles
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jorge Guzman
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://chilangomn.com/
Phone number
(952) 582-4337
Catering
We would love catering your special events.
Private party facilities
We offer a beautiful semi-private dining room suitable for any occasion. Our warm and inviting space located at the historic Beach Club is a perfect choice for your special event any time of the year. Celebrate your Corporate events, Birthdays, Rehearsal dinners, Anniversaries, class reunions, celebration of life events.

Chilango

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Friends with Benefits welcomes Ana Castro

Menu

What 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Chilango restaurant rated?

Is Chilango currently accepting reservations?

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