Restaurants in RiNo
Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver
Rates above the average for restaurants near RiNo — one of 29 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Federales Tacos & Tequila is an upscale-casual Mexican restaurant in Denver's RiNo neighborhood known for expertly crafted margaritas and flavorful tacos, located in a vibrant entertainment district.
Federales nails the balance of elevated food and drinks with an energetic, laid-back atmosphere where attentive service and great music make every visit feel like a celebration.
- ✓Margaritas are strong and expertly made, with raspberry and spicy cucumber varieties standing out to reviewers
- ✓Tacos are packed with flavor and freshness, particularly the pork and pineapple, carnitas, and spicy chicken options
- ✓Free chips and salsa are surprisingly excellent and set the tone for the meal
- ✓Service is consistently friendly and attentive, with staff going out of their way to make guests feel welcome
- ✓Atmosphere balances upscale polish with laid-back energy, great for both casual hangouts and special events
- ✓Guacamole and queso are fresh, creamy, and made to order quality
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
People Order
- —pork and pineapple tacos
- —carnitas tacos
- —spicy chicken tacos
- —raspberry margarita
- —spicy cucumber margarita
- —guacamole
- —queso
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What Visitors Say
Tomi Moser
3 weeks ago
Had such a fun night at Federales! The vibes were on point — great music, energetic crowd, and the perfect mix of upscale but still laid-back. The margaritas were strong (the way they should be 🍹), and the tacos were packed with flavor. Shouting out Aaliyah for making the experience even better! She was super attentive, friendly, and made sure our table was taken care of all night. Amazing service really makes a difference, and she definitely delivered. If you’re looking for a spot with good food, good drinks, and good energy, this is it. I’ll definitely be back! 🔥🌮
Valerie Salazar
a month ago
Came to see the Broncos game and didn't have a reservation. Host was accommodating and found us a table. Great food, great atmosphere, wonderful people. Drinks were amazing
Kurt Davis
3 months ago
Federales was fantastic. The tacos were AMAZING. I had the pork and pineapple, the carnitas, and the spicy chicken, and all three were full of flavor. The free chips and salsa were surprisingly great too. We also ordered the guacamole and queso, and both were fresh, creamy, and really tasty. Federales is an easy yes for anyone who loves good tacos.
Sanchez Rolle
4 months ago
I was here with a friend that was visiting out of town. Corona and Sarah was sooooo awesome! Our drinks were perfect. I recommend everyone to try the raspberry or spicy cucumber margarita!!
Plan Your Evening
Dinner
Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver
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Backyard on Blake
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Stay
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver worth it in RiNo?
Federales nails the balance of elevated food and drinks with an energetic, laid-back atmosphere where attentive service and great music make every visit feel like a celebration. Known for: strong margaritas, incredible tacos, electric vibes.
What should I order at Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver?
Popular choices at Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver include pork and pineapple tacos, carnitas tacos, spicy chicken tacos, raspberry margarita, spicy cucumber margarita, guacamole, queso.
What do visitors love about Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver?
Margaritas are strong and expertly made, with raspberry and spicy cucumber varieties standing out to reviewers Tacos are packed with flavor and freshness, particularly the pork and pineapple, carnitas, and spicy chicken options Free chips and salsa are surprisingly excellent and set the tone for the meal Service is consistently friendly and attentive, with staff going out of their way to make guests feel welcome Atmosphere balances upscale polish with laid-back energy, great for both casual hangouts and special events Guacamole and queso are fresh, creamy, and made to order quality
How expensive is Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver?
Federales Tacos & Tequila - RiNo, Denver is moderately priced, with a 4.7-star rating from 3,265 Google reviews.
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