La Estrella Del Norte — Restaurant in Saginaw

The place could use a little cleanup — it’s a small space and feels a bit tight when busy. I came mainly for the barbacoa, but I also tried their sweet bread and tortillas. The sweet bread was actually really good — fresh, soft, and flavorful — and the tortillas were nice and warm.

Unfortunately, the barbacoa itself was pretty bland. It didn’t have much seasoning or salt, and it was served wrapped in foil, which made it messy to handle. The texture was okay, but it lacked that rich flavor you expect from good barbacoa.

If you’re looking for a place that gets everything right — from the barbacoa to the cleanliness and atmosphere — I recommend checking out Maria Lena’s Bakery instead. Their barbacoa is flavorful and perfectly seasoned, the area is clean and spacious, and the whole experience feels more put together.

This spot has potential, but it definitely needs more attention to flavor, presentation, and...

I have always ranted and raved to friends about La Estrella’s flour tortillas, but I’m afraid I still managed to take them for granted. 😥 COVID closures forced us to buy standard grocery store tortillas, which left us disappointed. I was finally able to get my hands (and face) on some tortillas today. I am reminded that La Estrella del Norte’s flour tortillas make the world a...

Definitely a Place I WILL GO to AGAIN!! Fast & VERY Friendly Service & they Made Sure They got my order All Correct. The Meat was Definitely Great! It Wasn't all Greasey & there wasnt a pound of fatty oil at the bottom of our dish when we had finished. Unlike the other places Ive been to. I definitely recommend LA Estrella...