Our Story

Locally owned and operated for over 28 years, El Tequila Restaurant Owatonna brings the true flavors of Mexico to your table. We have a full bar, a patio and a party room for renting.

Experience Authentic Mexican Dining

El Tequila has been family owned and serving authentic Mexican food for nearly 28 years. We started as just another family with some amazing recipes. We believed that our family recipes were so good that other people would enjoy them as much as we did. In1996, we opened the first El Tequila Mexican Family Restaurant.

At El Tequila Restaurant Owatonna, we are dedicated to delivering the genuine taste of Mexico through our time-honored recipes and traditional cooking techniques. Our passion for authentic Mexican flavors shines through in every dish, offering you a culinary journey like no other.

We are a locally owned Mexican restaurant with full bar. Family friendly with large menu and authentic Mexican cuisine including tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, special Dishes from home Pollo en mole, camarones ala Diabla and a daily happy hour. We also have American dishes like burgers and more. Located in Owatonna, MN. El Tequila Restaurant also offers catering for graduations, reunions, weddings and other large events