Dear customers, please note our updated winter hours:
Monday to Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
No Reservations.
First Come, First Served.
Sundays: Closed.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you. Thank you for your support.
mexican restaurant
bar & cantina
WELCOME
The Mexican term for "MORTAR AND PESTLE"- El Molcajete being the MORTAR and El Tejolote the PESTLE. The black rough texture of both pieces is a result of the fact they are made of basalt (volcanic rock). They are used in the traditional manner of grinding spices and herbs and other mixtures.
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The word MOLCAJETE (mortar), derives from Nahualt -the languaje of the Aztecas- "Molli" (seasoning or sauce) and "Caxitl" (bowl). The word TEJOLOTE (pestle), also derives from Nahualt "Tetl" (stone) and "Xolotl" (doll).
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Foods traditionally prepared in the Molcajete inlcude salsa and moles as well as guacamole, it's also used for grinding chilies, garlic and/or other herbs and spices for food preparation.
El Molcajete Mexican Restaurant Bar and Cantina is a Family Own Business where you can enjoy authentic mexican food using our own homemade recepies
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Location
45 Babcock Blvd, Delano MN 55328
SUMMER HOURS
Monday to Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
No Reservations.
First Come, First Served.
Sundays: Closed.