175 Cesar Chavez St, St Paul, MN 55107 (651) 227-2192
175 Cesar Chavez St, St Paul, MN 55107 (651) 227-2192
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    • About El Burrito Mercado

    This is Mexico in Saint Paul! Authentic deli, groceries, and beautiful arts and crafts lovingly selected directly from artisans in Mexico.

    Tomas and Maria Silva are the original owners. From humble beginnings in Aguascalientes, Mexico, in 1979, with minimal education, mostly street smarts, and plenty of vision and faith, they took over a small 800 sq ft market and converted it to El Burrito Market, dba El Burrito Mercado. Offering only dry Mexican groceries and tortillas, one cash register, and a van in which Tomas would use on weekends to go to Chicago to load up on merchandise.

    Mexican immigrants, Tomas & Maria Silva from Aguascalientes, Mexico, expanded El Burrito Mercado into a family legacy with their three children, Milissa, Tomas and Suzanne. It is a St. Paul mainstay offering a unique Mexican, Latino marketplace experience. El Burrito features specialty groceries, cooking spices & peppers, including fresh produce, unique meats, a full deli, restaurant, cantina, catering, a food truck, imported gifts & home decor. In 2016, Tomas and Maria Silva were able to retire and pass their beloved business on to their daughters, Milissa and Suzie, and their granddaughter, Analita.

    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policy

    El Burrito Mercado, a proud, minority- and women-owned Mexican grocery store and restaurant, is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Our strength lies in our diverse team and the rich cultural heritage we celebrate daily. Our DEI policies ensure fair opportunities for all employees and create a welcoming environment for our customers. We uphold these principles through hiring, workplace culture, employee well-being, and community engagement.

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