50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Denver

“Visiting the area from east coast for Father’s Day. My son referred me here and it was awesome! We sat at the bar and got to watch all the meals be prepared for the whole restaurant, and all the cocktails. The bar staff (Ryan, Jorge, Park, and the beautiful lady with mermaid hair), were all so wonderful to enjoy while we there. Entertaining, wonderful food, and expert cocktails. Bathrooms were clean, well appointed, and the entire decor was welcoming.“

“Oh my wowza!!! Alma Fonda fina did not disappoint.
WARNING: If you don't like spicy food, this is probably not the spot. I however, love spicy food.
My partners’ birthday was in a week and we got a spontaneous reservation next day to go! We said, heck why not and went. We did have to wait 20mins for our table after our reservation time, but service recovery was an instant fix as when we were sat, the host said “First round of drinks or apps on me, apologies for the wait.” Instantly, no hesitation or deliberation. Just a focus on preserving the guest experience. As a restaurant manager myself, astounding!

The food did not disappoint either, in fact it was phenomenal. The sweet potato was one of the best bites! The scallop, so good! They know their way around fish!!! The bean burrito was the only dish we ordered that I would pass on going forward. If you were considering it, go! Our server was really knowledgable, worked around difficult allergens, tossed in recommendations, and even encouraged us to check out Mezcaleria Alma. We’ll be back!“

“Ivy is the most amazing server ever ! She was prompt and great through our whole conversation! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“This place is great! Our group got a variety of meals and they were all delicious; our two picky children also loved their fajita meal. All the staff are very kind, too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We absolutely love Luchador Tacos & More! Food is so delicious. Happy hour is the best. The churro dessert put us in a food coma. Perfection!“

“Best green chile on the planet! Try the chile relleno burrito smothered in green chile. Your life will never be the same.“

“I had the duck taco and it was delicious and I also had their Mexican chocolate ice cream. it was so good. my husband had a Cornish hen in a mole sauce and it was delicious. we definitely enjoyed The ambiance as well.“

“The food very delicious. Very nice and cozy atmosphere. Very friendly business and the workers are very attentive.“

“Visited encanto from Houston Tx. 2 days ago. Highly recommend. The whole staff was very welcoming, drinks and food was great. Atmosphere was also great“

“Amazing tacos. 10/10 recommend.“

“sylvia the owner knows mexican food better than all of colorado, with a mezcal bar that is not easy to find - this place is great for tourists and native mexicans will agree - adelita's is the best food and best bar menu in all of denver, plus the owner is a really great friend to my community and has donated a lot of food to support my loved ones networks . I recommend this restaurant for it's flawless history, the atmosphere, and the large authentic menu which can be previewed online“

“Super Rico todo y hasta regalaron Los refrescos😋“

“The food is so yummy!! The staff incredible!! We will definitely be back“

“Service was good and drinks were delish. When we booked the manager who took the reservation was incredibly kind and professional. Unfortunately the space does not have decent vegetarian options. Would be back for drinks and chips but not for a meal.“

“This is one of the best Mexican Restaurants in Denver, I’ve been going here for a year and never once had an issue, food is always good, and I have order soups, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, combinations, I dine in and order to go! You will not be disappointed“

“Best Quesabirria! 🌮

Good vibes 😎

The horchata is a bit muddy, needs strained at least once IMO.

Great spot to grab authentic Mexican food and delicious drinks! 🍹“

“Beautiful, intimate ambiance. Drinks were all great. Al pastor tacos are the best I've had in Denver, hands down. Menu's elevated but you can get tacos from the food truck outside. Staff was super friendly, especially bartender Manny, really cool guy. Great vibe overall!“

“Nuestra primera vez comprando y la verdad que nos encantó todo 🤤 y esas al pastor fríes OMG🤤 todo muy delicioso , les doy 10 de 10 . Súper recomendados 👍🏻“

“Shout Out to Supreme Chicken on Colfax! Today I stopped in for lunch for the 2nd time and met Ricardo and his wife Rosa and their brother Marco. Family owned and so delicious - you must try or even order for take out. We ate in and Ricardo said business is ok and can't wait to open the patio! Remember this patio from previous restaurants, Solena, Firefly? I ordered the Burrito de Birria and one of the best burritos I have ever tasted! I told Ricardo I would post and he shared: Oh Sandra, we have Happy Hour everyday from 3 to 6pm and Taco Tuesdays! :) Here's the info: 5410 E. Colfax Ave (Grape) and 303.955.7367.“

“We were gifted dinner tonight from Cocinita Mexicana and everything from the delivery, presentation and incredible food exceeded our expectations! Thank you. We will return again and again!“

“Best tacos HANDS DOWN. The hot sauce is everything, fresh agua Fresca and horchata. We drive from NOCO just to eat here. Staff is super friendly and amazing“

“Was looking for a quick bite to eat after attending an event at National Western and found Taco Uprising while searching maps, saw the 4.8 stars and figured we'd give it a try. I had 2 Birria tacos and one Pollo verde, they were some of the best tacos I've ever had. My partner had the cheese quesadilla, and my friend had 3 fried chicken tacos and they all said they were amazing as well! Walking back to the car I told my partner I already wanted to go back for more birria it was so good!“

“Ate at the 20th for the first time in eons. Still the absolute best chicken fried steak in Colorado! I’ll be back soon! Best part of our weekend!“

“This place is so yummy. My daughter and I eat here everytime we come down this way. We LOVE the street tacos, but we've had many of the menu items and they've all been good!! Give them a try if you're in the area!! Reasonable prices layed back atmosphere!“

“It’s our new go to down in Denver! The food is great! We loved the salsa! Great tasting rice and all of the food! Music plays and is a popular selection of songs. The service is phenomenal!!!“

“I spent my teens and twenties eating Sonoran Mexican food in South Tucson, and after moving back to Denver, I eventually gave up trying to find anything that came close. Nothing ever had that authentic flavor I grew up with.

Then I found this place.

From the moment the chips and salsa hit the table, I knew I was in for something special. I ordered the cheese and onion enchiladas, and they were everything I had been craving. The red enchilada sauce is the star of the meal—deep, rich, smoky, and packed with incredible flavor. It’s clearly made with care and tastes like the kind of authentic sauce that’s been perfected over generations. I could honestly eat it by the spoonful.

Paired with authentic rice and beans, this meal instantly took me back to South Tucson. If you’ve been searching for real Sonoran-style Mexican food, this is it. I couldn’t be happier to have finally found a place that feels like home.“

“This is my second time here. The staff or possibly owners who run the restaurant are attentive, friendly, and polite. The Beef stew was amazing! And the flavor was consistent from my first visit.“

“delicious food, you will not want to miss out.“

“Friendly customer service, clean inside and outside, great food and good prices!“

“My absolute favorite Mexican restaurant! Guadalajara style authentic cuisine, im always excited for!! Food is ALWAYS fresh, made from scratch, and full of flavor! The complimentary 4 SALSAS are another factor that makes them stand out!! Scratch made tortillas!!“

“Just had some truly amazing tacos! I’ll be a regular for sure!“

“I've been going here for years but the service I will say has gone downhill. They don't get orders right and gaslight you when you tell them different. Food is decent but for the quality of service you can go anywhere else in the city. They were so disrespectful I threw my food in the trash.“

“Damn these are good tacos. Today just Al pastor and nopales and they were both delicious. So rare to see a taco stand have vegetarian and vegan taco option
Very flavorful
Gonna try to eat the whole menu!
Cash only“

“Excelente servicio, menú variado, definitivamente Les doy un rotundo y soberano 100!“

“I love this place. Its so much better than Chipotle & Moe’s. The food tastes authentic/real. Its very reasonable prices. The guacamole is great. They have red & green jalapeño sauce. You can get red peppers & onions, green peppers & onions or both. The bar is very laid back. You can usually catch young people shooting the breeze or watching sports. The place is never packed but never empty. The staff is super friendly humble kind. They have an outdoor seating area at the one that I went to. Plenty of parking. I’m not so hot on trivia or drag queens. But its a very comfortable laid back environment. Safe for people of all ages. I usually get the quesadilla and I’m coming here from now on instead of Chipotle.“

“We held our office Christmas party at El Jefe Restaurant in Denver this year in their "private" dining area. It was absolutely wonderful and all of our employees really enjoyed it! Jessie was so easy to work with in making the arrangements. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was impeccable and they gave us a lot of extras that made the whole experience fantastic! I would highly recommend booking a holiday or special event party at El Jefe, your guests will rave about your choice! Definitely 5 Stars!! Lorie Cramer, Ofc. Mngr., Extra Building Materials, Denver, CO“

“So my boyfriend and I went out to eat tonight and came across your restaurant. I’ll try tacos from anywhere anytime! I ordered 3 asada tacos with sides of beans & rice. Patty helped us out and for the life of me can’t remember the cooks name (Saturday night (10/11/25). This by far is one of the best taco restaurants I’ve been to in a long time and will DEFINITELY be coming back. Worth the drive from east Aurora.“

“Super good. Killer vibe and great service. Been to two locations.“

“I’ve been to Chilli Verde four times now since I first discovered it, and it never disappoints! The food is always fantastic, from the crispy flautas to the delicious choriqueso, and their chile en nogada is a must-try. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing meal. The staff is always friendly and prompt, adding to the overall great experience. If you’re in the area, I highly recommend stopping by—this place is a gem! We’ll definitely be back soon!“

“Best Salsa on Earth! Everything here is great!“

“Hidden Gem, and amazing date night hangout. Excellent food, good portions, and live music on certain days“

“Wow. I was stunned. I’ve lived in Denver for most of my life and just saw this place opened up so I thought I’d stop in. I’m going back. Fresh fresh fresh tasty tasty tasty clean, clean clean great prices.“

“Love this place. I was introduced to it a little over a month ago. And now, I go at least twice a week. Great affordable food. The staff is awesome. My new favorite place in town.“

“Bought a "lunch" Bean, Cheese and Chile (no meat) burrito from Jose while I was visiting MaxFund animal shelter. It was indeed very good - great spicy sauce. But I later learned I was charged $6. I'm pretty sure his menu only stated $5. I'm petty, I know, but on a very tight budget.“

“We went as a family and I can’t recommend Colima enough! Delicious, authentic food, kind, efficient service, and great margaritas and Palomas! They were set up so that my kids were welcome and I didn’t feel self conscious that they were interrupting other guests. We will be back without the kids to sit at the bar. I am coming back for a marg and queso!“

“The food tastes Great! What else is there to say :-)“

“Wonderful food. Great drinks. Fast, friendly, and courteous staff. Been there twice and have not been disappointed in any way.“

“Was looking for a spot for late night tacos and found this hidden gem. This place has $2 tacos, and they are so fast! My food came out in 2 minutes. Their sauces are delicious and I love how spicy the orange one is! Great location, amazing prices, and delicious tacos!! And they have picnic tables if you’d like to stay there and eat!“

“Excellent food! The service was amazing and fast. We will definitely come back.“

“This restaurant was awesome! Phenom tacos, hot hot sauce (mild too) and very friendly wait staff…John! Churros to die for! Post funeral meal and just what we needed and wanted. Friendly, lively, and tasty! Is there anything more?!?? I think not!“