Ranked by real reviews
Best Mexican Food in Denver
Denver has a deep Mexican food culture — green chile burritos, proper tacos al pastor, family-owned spots that have been around for decades. These are the places ranked by people who actually ate there.
Top Picks
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina
★ 4.6(3,842)Handmade sopes and from-scratch margaritas
Mickey's Top Sirloin
★ 4.6(6,506)Mesquite-grilled sirloin, perfected every time
Maria Empanada - South Broadway
★ 4.6(2,661)Hand-folded empanadas, crispy golden perfection
Las Tortas
★ 4.7(1,864)Stuffed tortas that pack serious flavor
D'Corazon Mexican Restaurant
★ 4.6(2,482)Hand-rolled tortillas, house-made mole, bold flavors
Venalonzo's Tacos - Centennial
★ 4.7(1,654)Homemade birria that's colorado's finest
Cuba Cuba Cafe & Bar
★ 4.6(2,190)Charred plantains, tropical flavors, cozy garden vibes
Cencalli Taqueria in Littleton
★ 4.8(902)Fresh-made tacos and award-winning margaritas
Kiké’s Red Tacos
★ 4.6(1,571)Legendary al pastor tacos, fresh and bursting with flavor
Taqueria La Familia
★ 4.7(960)Warm green chili smothered everything, made fresh daily
Chapala Mexican Restaurant
★ 4.7(956)Warm chips, tangy salsa, generous portions always
La Pasadita Inn
★ 4.7(918)Authentic Denver Mexican with serious heat and soul
More Mexican Restaurants
Dos Santos
★ 4.5(1,560)Inventive tacos and mezcal in modern denver digs
Chivis Tacos
★ 4.8(603)Breakfast burritos and a customizable sauce bar
La Doña Mezcaleria
★ 4.7(687)Mezcalritas and spicy salsa, bar vibes all night
Garibaldi Mexican Bistro
★ 4.6(917)Hidden gem serving flavorful, authentic Oaxacan specialties
Lucina Eatery & Bar
★ 4.8(513)Seafood-forward Latin plates in cozy Park Hill
Taco Uprising
★ 4.8(479)Birria tacos and margarita flights, consistently excellent
HOJA
★ 4.7(576)Heated patio where dogs are family too
Mezcaleria Alma
★ 4.9(327)Elevated mexican small plates, world-class mezcal selection
Mr. Taco
★ 4.7(486)Birria tacos dipped in magic, pure bliss
RxR's Texas Tacos
★ 4.9(290)Texas barbecue tacos that beat the originals
La Abeja Restaurant
★ 4.6(590)Homemade green chile and smothered breakfast burritos
Tacos Selene Denver
★ 4.6(567)Flavorful meat, unlimited salsa bar, affordable
Los Socios Birrieria
★ 4.8(308)Authentic birria that rivals Mexico itself
Luchador Taco & More
★ 4.9(225)Mexican-peruvian chef specials, impeccable service
El Meson de Liz
★ 4.7(314)Bacon-wrapped shrimp and family warmth
Ni Tuyo
★ 4.6(403)Authentic Mexican with a molcajete star
Casa Tequila Grill
★ 4.8(229)Authentic mexican with addictive chips and salsa
Alteño
★ 4.7(286)Elevated small plates, impeccable service, unforgettable night
Manuel Tacos
★ 4.9(176)Legendary breakfast burritos from a parking lot hero
Colima Mexican Restaurant
★ 4.9(159)Authentic mexican flavors, generous portions, stellar service
TACOS CHANO
★ 4.7(244)Carne asada that melts in your mouth
La Sabrosita
★ 4.9(153)Authentic mexican street food from a humble taco truck
DGO Cocina Cantina
★ 4.7(226)Authentic mexican steps from mile high stadium
Catrina's Mexican Food
★ 4.6(267)Homemade tortillas, fresh ingredients, pure comfort
Wild Taco Denver - Berkeley
★ 4.6(259)Creative tacos with inventive flavor combinations
Taqueria Nueva Union
★ 4.7(178)Massive burritos, incredible salsas, quick service
Tacos El Pueblita 2
★ 4.7(175)Juicy al pastor tacos, fresh ingredients, honest prices
Metro Balderas Aztek Food
★ 4.6(214)Hand-rolled tortillas, mexico city street food
Teocalli Cocina Lo Hi
★ 4.7(121)Authentic oaxacan cuisine, ceviche obsession real
Bodega Taco & Margarita Bar
★ 4.6(143)Tableside guac, smooth margaritas, taco dreams
La Estacion Taqueria
★ 4.7(113)Al pastor, carnitas, barbacoa done right
Malinche Audiobar
★ 4.7(103)Tempura de hoja santa and mezcal in dim light
Tios Takos
★ 4.8(73)Tender carne asada, family-owned denver warmth
Wapos Cantina
★ 5.0(45)Naked chili relleno and killer margaritas
La Calle Grill
★ 4.8(67)Birria tacos and horchata that hit different
Little Raven Cafe: Asian & Mexican Eats
★ 4.9(49)Crispy eggrolls, orange chicken, fresh banh mi
Work & Class
★ 4.6(92)Shareable plates and spiced fried plantains done right
Tacos Los Gueros
★ 4.6(66)Fresh-ground corn tortillas, authentic pastor tacos
Don Panchón Mexican Restaurant
★ 4.6(62)Fresh-made tortillas, authentic family recipes
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