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Restaurants in Denver Suburbs

Cochino Taco

4.2
1,956 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

One of 16 restaurants we've tracked near Denver Suburbs.

Things to Know

Cochino Taco is a neighborhood taco spot known for creative al pastor tacos and exceptional frozen margaritas, with locations in Englewood and Old Town Arvada.

Reviewers consistently praise the quality ingredients and craft tacos that go beyond standard Mexican fare, though service consistency and parking during busy times can be unpredictable.

  • Frozen margaritas in multiple varieties (Paloma, coconut, house option) that justify ordering them to-go
  • Al pastor tacos and specialty items like tongue and wings made with quality ingredients and careful presentation
  • Staff standouts like Katerina, Gabby, Lisa, Joel, and Dayna who go above and beyond to create great experiences
  • Service can be inconsistent—some visits feature slow initial attention, and staff mistakes like spilled water have been reported
  • Parking lot fills up quickly during busy times, especially at the Downing/Englewood location
  • Flavor execution varies by item and visit; some tacos (standard beef, veggie) have been reported as bland or overly salty

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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What Visitors Say

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Patrick Ayres

7 months ago

I feel we may have had new staff and servers this time at Cochino Taco, as there were mistakes that I don't remember from our first visit. Spilling water on me and then not cleaning it up from the menu and table is pretty bad, though. I feel the flavors and textures were all over the place too. The standard beef taco was very bland, not even meeting expectations found in a fast food order. The veggie taco was extremely salty, and the more interesting sounding items on the menu (la lengua, pork ears, etc.) also had a lack of flavor that could have lended to the cultural uniqueness of the dishes. The tongue was nicely tender and the freshly crisped shells we delightful. Attention was paid to presentation, and that was another highlight for us.

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Christie Mazzeo

8 months ago

Super fun neighborhood taco spot! Solid happy time menu. I’m not usually a frozen margarita gal but Cochino is the exception. Several choices— Paloma, new frozen coconut, can’t beat the house option either. You can even get them to go!! Great value on top of it all.

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Packer Fan

a month ago

Food - Good Drinks - Good Service - Slow to help us, waited about 8 min for someone to ask if we wanted water (it wasn't busy) but.. Katerina went above and beyond to take care of our table even though we were not in her section. She's a Rockstar and made our experience great. Thank you, Katerina!

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Cristin Kobus

7 months ago

I love it here. Gabby, Lisa, Joel and Dayna are the best. They always give me the best served cold cans of Modelo. It never disappoints. I highly recommend the wings here, but everything on the menu is great.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cochino Taco worth it in Denver Suburbs?

Reviewers consistently praise the quality ingredients and craft tacos that go beyond standard Mexican fare, though service consistency and parking during busy times can be unpredictable. Known for: creative tacos and killer frozen margaritas.

What do visitors love about Cochino Taco?

Frozen margaritas in multiple varieties (Paloma, coconut, house option) that justify ordering them to-go Al pastor tacos and specialty items like tongue and wings made with quality ingredients and careful presentation Staff standouts like Katerina, Gabby, Lisa, Joel, and Dayna who go above and beyond to create great experiences

Is there anything to know before visiting Cochino Taco?

Service can be inconsistent—some visits feature slow initial attention, and staff mistakes like spilled water have been reported Parking lot fills up quickly during busy times, especially at the Downing/Englewood location Flavor execution varies by item and visit; some tacos (standard beef, veggie) have been reported as bland or overly salty

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