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Restaurants in Downtown

Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant

4.4
476 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

One of 25 restaurants we've tracked near Downtown.

Things to Know

Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant is an authentic Mexican eatery at 16th Street Mall in downtown Denver known for expertly crafted tacos and fresh-made drinks, grown from a family food cart business into a beloved neighborhood restaurant.

Reviewers consistently praise the restaurant for using only fresh, quality ingredients made daily, with standout items like housemade tortillas, flavorful tacos, and an exceptional red salsa that keeps customers returning.

  • Perfectly warm, soft housemade tortillas with bold, well-balanced flavors in every taco
  • Fresh fruit and fresh ingredients used daily, noticeably better quality than other local restaurants
  • Exceptional red salsa with a building spice and amazing depth of flavor
  • Refreshing drinks that perfectly complement the food
  • Friendly, attentive service and cute atmosphere with outdoor seating
  • Carne asada fries can be a little dry — ask for a side of green chile to enhance them

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Closed now

People Order

  • tacos with fresh tortillas
  • chilequiles with steak
  • carne asada fries
  • esquites

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What Visitors Say

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Uchizi Phakati

a month ago

Hands down the best tacos in town. From the very first bite, we knew we had found something special. The tortillas were perfectly warm and soft, the fillings were incredibly flavorful, and every ingredient tasted fresh and authentic. Each taco was packed with bold, well-balanced flavors that kept us going back for more. The drinks were just as impressive, nice and refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. Whether you’re craving classic favorites or something a little more adventurous, this place absolutely delivers. If you love amazing tacos and great drinks, do yourself a favor and check this spot out. We’ll definitely be back! 🌮🍹

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Brigit DeAngelo-Booth

10 months ago

We were running around town last Sunday and saw the sign for this place at 16th Street Mall. Haven't been down here in a long time. We were greeted right away and taken to our table. Server was great and friendly. Food and drinks came quickly and everything was delicious. Cute place with a chill atmosphere. Family business that started with a food cart, then truck and now this lovely place. 16th Street Mall is undergoing a renovation and there's not as much foot traffic as usual. Please, go check this place out.

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RZR Rider

6 months ago

Authentic quality Mexican food in a cute outdoor setting in the heart of downtown. Drinks were extremely tasty and the price is well worth the food. Friendly staff and a great ambiance. We will be back. They use only fresh fruit and fresh ingredients. Fresh made everyday . 10 times better than the other local restaurants in our opinion, Just anywhere else .We highly recommend you come check them out if you're in the downtown area.

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Kara Jones

8 months ago

Great place, went for brunch and we ordered the chilequiles with the steak it was flavorful a must try. We also had tortilla alamexicana.. big portion, if you are not an egg fan this is not your dish, the "tortilla" is the egg! Tried the carne asada fries, a little dry if you like a little wet highly suggest the side of green chile. It was perfect 👌. Christian our waiter was the best -

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant worth it in Downtown?

Reviewers consistently praise the restaurant for using only fresh, quality ingredients made daily, with standout items like housemade tortillas, flavorful tacos, and an exceptional red salsa that keeps customers returning. Known for: authentic tacos and bold, balanced flavors.

What should I order at Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant?

Popular choices at Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant include tacos with fresh tortillas, chilequiles with steak, carne asada fries, esquites.

What do visitors love about Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant?

Perfectly warm, soft housemade tortillas with bold, well-balanced flavors in every taco Fresh fruit and fresh ingredients used daily, noticeably better quality than other local restaurants Exceptional red salsa with a building spice and amazing depth of flavor Refreshing drinks that perfectly complement the food Friendly, attentive service and cute atmosphere with outdoor seating

Is there anything to know before visiting Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant?

Carne asada fries can be a little dry — ask for a side of green chile to enhance them

How expensive is Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant?

Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant is moderately priced, with a 4.4-star rating from 476 Google reviews.

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