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Where to Find Denver’s Top Tacos
Dated: June 10 2020
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Where to Find Denver’s Top Tacos
Tacos are more than a trend in this town!
The Mile High is home to several satiating taco spots, ranging from the hidden gems where tacos are straightforward and chips are endless, to the hippest venues where street tacos are filled with beef tongue and scallops. The options abound, and one spot does not fit all moods and situations. Here are 17 must-try taco spots in Denver to get any taco lover started.
1. El Chingon
4326 Tennyson Street
Denver, CO 80212
(303) 248-3641
From its space on Tennyson Street, this family-run operation serves simple, focused Mexican fare that is beloved by the neighborhood. The taco de camaron, filled with grilled jumbo shrimp, guajillo-habanero salsa, and guacamole, is a favorite.
2. Los Carboncitos
3757 Pecos St
Denver, CO
(303) 458-0880
An old-school spot at the border of the Highland and Sunnyside, Los Carboncitos is a family-owned business operation with a loyal following. The specialty is the slow-roasted al pastor pork served with onions and cilantro. There are also locations in Aurora and on Sheridan Boulevard.
3. El Camino
3628 W 32nd Ave
Denver, CO 80211
(720) 889-7946
A neighborhood favorite, El Camino offers Tex-Mex favorites and plenty of tequila to wash it all down. The signature al pastor tacos are not to be missed and come with house-marinated pork shoulder, pan-seared with fresh pineapple and topped with salsa de arbol, red onion, and cilantro. Taco Tuesday ($1 tacos) is actually a thing here.
4. Taqueria Patzcuaro
2616 W 32nd Ave
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 455-4389
With a remodeled interior, this long-running LoHi spot offers much more than just tacos, from green chili to sopapillas. The carnitas alone make it worth a visit.
5. Lola
1575 Boulder St
Denver, CO 80211
(720) 570-8686
With an extensive Mexican-inspired menu. this LoHi institution offers one irresistible taco option, the al pastor for two, which includes pork al pastor, chile blackened grouper, spicy calabacitas, red rice, and pinto bean refritos. Also worth trying is the bottomless brunch taco bar on Saturdays.
6. Los Chingones
2461 larimer st
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 295-0686
Chef Troy Guard's modern taqueria makes intriguing tacos filled with lamb neck, beer-battered Mahi, and octopus with five locations. The Rino location also boasts a next-door lounge that serves tacos late into the night.
7. Kachina Cantina
1890 Wazee St
Denver, CO 80202
(720) 460-2728
Located in the renovated Dairy Block, Kachina Cantina is a southwestern grill with influences from Baja Mexico to the Four Corners. A fan favorite is the Texan taco with braised beef, pico de gallo, charro beans, and chorizo topped with chipotle aioli and served on tortillas or fry bread.
8. Comida at The Stanley Marketplace
2501 Dallas St
Aurora, CO 80010
(303) 484-1632
Two brick-and-mortar cantina at Stanley Marketplace and a hot-pink truck assemble tacos with unique ingredients, including chorizo and red onion escabeche. There is also a griddled soft corn variant with tender belly bacon and jalapeño.
9. Dos Santos
1475 E 17th Ave
Denver, CO 80218
(303) 386-3509
A family-owned operation, this modern taqueria in Uptown offers light and creative Mexican fare. The signature O.M.F.G. is a taco made with raw tuna, lime, cilantro aioli, pickled onion, avocado, and cabbage, served on a bib lettuce "tortilla."
10. Las Margs Tavern
1521 N Marion St
Denver, CO 80218
(720) 361-2137
This Capitol Hill watering hole is a happy hour sneak spot with specials that start at 3 p.m. and last until 7 p.m. The tinga taco is everything a chicken taco should be with slow-cooked shredded chicken topped with onions, chipotle, avocado, and crema.
11. Tacos Tequila Whiskey
1514 York St
Denver, CO 80206
(720) 475-1337
Born as a food truck, TTW (also known as Pinche Tacos) proved so popular it became a brick-and-mortar spot in City Park, with another added in Highlands and now a third in Governors Park. In addition to serving up tasty tacos like pork belly and braised beef tongue, this place gets down with tequila and whiskey, making the restaurants as fun as any street party.
12. El Taco De Mexico
714 Santa Fe Dr
Denver, CO 80204
(303) 623-3926
This Santa Fe spot is the king of Denver taco shops. A three-decade-old institution, El Taco offers great carne asada, lengua, and al pastor tacos. Bonus: The smothered chile relleno burrito and the huevos rancheros are also worthwhile.
13. Machete Tequila + Tacos
2817 E 3rd Ave
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 333-1567
Across its three locations — Union Station, Cherry Creek, and Colfax — Machete puts a contemporary spin on tacos. There are 20-some choices, though the campechano with grilled flank steak is a must.
14. Leña
24 Broadway
Denver, CO 80203
(720) 550-7267
This Latin American-inspired restaurant and bar on South Broadway offers a variety of tacos including the must-have, slow-roasted bison short ribs with salsa estofado, jicama slaw, and queso casero.
15. Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina
1294 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 778-1294
Among several traditional taco offerings at this friendly and family-owned Platte Park go-to, the veggie version is a stand-out: sautéed portobello mushrooms, vegetables, cabbage, and pico de gallo on house-made corn tortillas. South suburbanites can also head to the newer location in downtown Littleton.
16. Que Bueno Suerte
1518 S Pearl St
Denver, CO 80210
(720) 642-7322
This large, Old South Pearl restaurant threads the line between modern Mexican and traditional. If only one taco is to be had here, it’s the barbacoa de borrego with guajillo pepper-steamed lamb neck and cheek, and radish, cilantro, and onion salad.
17. Cochino Taco
3495 S Downing St
Englewood, CO 80113
(720) 573-6174
It only makes sense that this menu truly represents this funky taco spot’s name, which literally translates to “pig.” The “say what” taco comes with crispy fried pig ears, cochino slaw, white onions, and serrano pepper salsa.
Crystal Hart
I am a Colorado native with 25+ years of customer service experience. My specialty lies in helping buyers, sellers, and investors with their real estate needs. Throughout the process, I always priorit....
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