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Masa & Agave Cantina | Minneapolis's Best Mexican - Masa & Agave, Minneapolis, MN

Masa & Agave

4.5 (159)
$30 and under
Mexican
1115 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403

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Masa & Agave

4.5
$30 and under
Mexican
Downtown / Mill District

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Masa & Agave, a speakeasy-style cantina hidden below stairs at the historic Hotel Ivy in Downtown Minneapolis. On Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's from 8pm to Close we are first-come, first-served and do not accept reservations during this time.

Worshipped as the Aztec gods of fertility and long life, venerated for their powers of sustenance, corn masa and agave have been central to Mexican culture and cuisine since ancient times.

Using authentic techniques, we prepare corn masa-based starters and Mexico City-style tacos that are bursting with regional flavors, along with dinner classics like Pork Carnitas and Negro Monelo-Braised Beef Short Ribs.

Our collection of 200 agave spirits pays homage to the jimadores and mezcaleros who have labored over their craft for generations. Sip on a copita or two, or gather friends for one of our signature Margaritas - try the Tradicionale, Tamarindo or a Margarita al Gusto mixed with your choice of spirit. Salud!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (612) 353-6207
  • Website
    https://www.masaandagave.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Wade Jordan
  • Private party facilities
    Let's Fiesta! Host your friends or colleagues for a lively gathering at Masa & Agave. We offer a variety of private and semi-private spaces in our cantina perfect for groups of 12-40 guests. Buyouts are available on a select basis.
  • Private party contact
    Bailey Morrison: (612) 353-6207
  • Location
    1115 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Cross street
    S 11th St.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.5

4.5
(159)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Masa & Agave impresses with "great tequila selection" and a "beautiful atmosphere." Patrons love the "amazing different blend of flavors" and "delicious" food. Service is praised as "outstanding" and "friendly." While the ambiance is lively, noise can be a factor. A charming spot for a vibrant dining experience.
159 Reviews

  1. Britt

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance, food, drinks, and service were all wonderful!
    Masa & AgaveResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Britt, Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, drinks, and service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  2. Linda

    Minneapolis8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the passion fruit margarita. Shrimp tacos were great.
    Masa & AgaveResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Linda, Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the passion fruit margarita and shrimp tacos. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  3. Naomi

    Minneapolis10 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Terrible service and very mediocre food! So disappointed.
    Masa & AgaveResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Naomi, Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that both the food and service fell short of your expectations. We value your feedback and would appreciate the opportunity to follow up on your experience. We'll do our best to reach out directly, but if you don't hear from us, please feel free to call us at 612-353-6207 and ask for me. We'd love the chance to make things right. – Julianna Nelson, General Manager

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  4. Jean

    Detroit2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The vibe was cool. The service was slow. The food was good. Great tequila selection.
    Masa & AgaveResponded on October 29, 2026
    Hi Jean, Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and tequila selection. We also appreciate your feedback about the pace of service and will share it with our team as we continue working to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  5. Roxanne Gold

    Minneapolis36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The decor and ambiance was perfect. Service was amazing. Drinks and food were delicious. I love having a good Mexican restaurant downtown. I would definitely go back!!
    Masa & AgaveResponded on October 19, 2026
    Hi Roxanne, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, drinks, and service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  6. PhilB

    Minneapolis9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been to Pasa and Agave many times and love it. The service is always excellent and the vibe is cool. This time, we were disappointed in the cocktails. they didn't have their usual flavor and were frankly bland. We hope it was a one-time occurrence since we plan on going back.
    Masa & AgaveResponded on October 6, 2026
    Hi Phil, Thank you for being a loyal guest and for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad to hear you've consistently enjoyed the service and atmosphere over your many visits. We're sorry the cocktails didn't meet the standard you've come to expect from us this time. We appreciate your feedback and hope to provide a better experience on your next visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  7. Dee Gold

    Minneapolis20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Moved into a condo near by so was the First time here. Was nice place to sit and have dinner with adult children. We will definitely be back. The menu is small but the food came out fast and was good. All four of us had different items and all were happy with our choices.
    Masa & AgaveResponded on September 29, 2026
    Hi Dee, Thank you for visiting us and for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear you and your family enjoyed your dinner and that everyone was happy with their meal. We appreciate your feedback about the menu and are glad the food and service met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back as new neighbors!

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  8. Todd Gold

    Minneapolis44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wish there were a larger menu but the food was great. Service was outstanding!
    Masa & AgaveResponded on September 28, 2026
    Hi Todd, Thank you for the 4-star review! We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the food and that our service exceeded your expectations. We appreciate your suggestion regarding the menu and have shared it with our team for consideration. Thanks again, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

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  9. Gary

    Sacramento2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Being from California I will admit this was an amazing different blend of flavors melded to the Nth degree! We absolutely loved the food and their crafted cocktails were awesome! Absolutely loved the food only slight negative a little hard to converse because of the noise level I guess I can live with that with awesome food being served!!!!!!!
    Masa & AgaveResponded on September 28, 2026
    Hi Gary, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the food and crafted cocktails and enjoyed the unique blend of flavors. We appreciate your feedback about the noise level and have shared your comments with the team as we continue to refine our overall guest experience. Thanks again, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Janay

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The service was outstanding, and everything we ordered was delicious. We had the fresh guacamole, queso, drinks, and tacos, and every single thing hit the mark. The tacos were absolutely superb! The ambiance was definitely a 10/10. Great food, great drinks, great service, and a beautiful atmosphere. Masa & Agave is definitely a spot I’d recommend and would happily visit again!
    Masa & AgaveResponded on September 28, 2026
    Hi Jay, Thank you so much for the glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing dining experience and that the food, drinks, service, and ambiance all hit the mark. We're especially pleased to know that the tacos were a favorite! Your recommendation means so much to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing visit soon!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (612) 353-6207
  • Website
    https://www.masaandagave.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Wade Jordan
  • Private party facilities
    Let's Fiesta! Host your friends or colleagues for a lively gathering at Masa & Agave. We offer a variety of private and semi-private spaces in our cantina perfect for groups of 12-40 guests. Buyouts are available on a select basis.
  • Private party contact
    Bailey Morrison: (612) 353-6207
  • Location
    1115 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Cross street
    S 11th St.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Yes, Masa & Agave's speakeasy-style, dimly lit ambiance makes it a popular pick for date night, and several guests explicitly call it a great spot for couples.

Yes, families are welcomed: Masa & Agave has hosted rehearsal dinners and staff have engaged warmly with children, and guests report dining there with family.

Masa & Agave tends to fill up late in the week, expect busy, walk-in crowds Thursday–Saturday evenings (they’re first-come, first-served from 8pm to close), while reviewers recommend visiting on a weeknight or sitting at the bar for a more relaxed experience.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

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Masa & Agave

4.5
$30 and under
Mexican
Downtown / Mill District

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
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