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Best Mexican near LoDo

Denver's proximity to New Mexico and a strong local community means the Mexican food in LoDo punches well above its weight.

All Restaurants Japanese & Sushi Italian Pizza Brunch & Breakfast Burgers & American Asian Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Steakhouses Vegetarian & Vegan Seafood BBQ

Illegal Pete's Lodo

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Illegal Pete's Lodo

4.4(3,387)·$$$$

1610 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA

Known for: Massive burritos, legendary local favorite since day one

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