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Browse 365 Mexican restaurants in Denver, from taquerias and family-run kitchens to breakfast burrito counters, mariscos and modern Mexican dining rooms. Ask for exactly what you want, like tacos open now or Mexican with a patio.
Denver's Mexican food scene
Mexican is Denver's most listed cuisine, and the city's Mexican and Mexican-American roots run deep. You'll find it everywhere, but a few areas stand out:
- Southwest Denver has more Mexican restaurants than any other part of the city on our site. That includes Westwood, Barnum and Mar Lee, along Federal Boulevard and Morrison Road.
- The Northside mixes long-running family spots with newer restaurants, in the Highlands, Sunnyside and Chaffee Park.
- La Alma/Lincoln Park and the Santa Fe Drive area, one of Denver's historic Chicano neighborhoods, have neighborhood cafés and classic Mexican cooking.
- Downtown and LoDo lean toward modern Mexican, cantinas and margarita bars.
- Montbello and far northeast Denver have a strong cluster of taquerias and family restaurants.
What to order
- Green chile. Colorado-style green chile is usually made with pork and is often smothered over burritos. Many places sell it by the quart.
- Breakfast burritos. Many taquerias open early, and a green-chile-smothered breakfast burrito is a Denver tradition.
- Tacos. Look for al pastor, carnitas, lengua and birria. Birria often comes with consommé for dipping.
- Tamales. Tamales are sold year-round, and many families order them by the dozen for the holidays.
- Menudo and pozole. These soups are a weekend specialty at many family-run restaurants.
- Mariscos. Ceviche, shrimp cocktails and aguachile are served at seafood-focused spots.
Regional Mexican, Tex-Mex or New Mexican?
Denver's Mexican restaurants cover several styles:
- Regional Mexican kitchens cook dishes from specific states such as Jalisco, Michoacán, Puebla or Chihuahua.
- Tex-Mex leans on cheese, combination plates and fajitas.
- New Mexican and Southern Colorado cooking features red and green chile.
When you filter for Authentic, you'll see restaurants that describe themselves that way. We don't decide which ones are authentic.
Mexican food in Denver: FAQs
Where can I find the best Mexican food in Denver?
We don't rank restaurants, but southwest Denver along Federal Boulevard and Morrison Road, the Northside, and La Alma/Lincoln Park have the most Mexican restaurants on Local Food Reviews. You can filter by features like takeout, delivery, outdoor seating or happy hour to narrow your choices.
What is Denver-style green chile?
It's a thick, savory stew made with roasted green chiles, usually with pork. It's served on its own or smothered over burritos, eggs and fries. Recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, and many people have a favorite spot.
Do Denver Mexican restaurants offer delivery?
Many do, and most offer takeout. Choose Refine, then Delivery or Takeout, or type something like Mexican delivery in Denver in the search bar.
Are there Mexican food trucks in Denver?
Yes. Food trucks appear in the results alongside restaurants and are labeled as food trucks on their listing pages. Their locations can change, so check the listing or call before you go.
Mexican in other Colorado cities
- Colorado Springs 142
- Aurora 130
- Lakewood 58
- Pueblo 54
- Fort Collins 50
- Westminster 45
- Greeley 44
- Longmont 41
- Thornton 40
- Littleton 40
- Grand Junction 37
- Boulder 34
Other cuisines in Denver
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- Fast Food 204
- Pizza 164
- American 157
- Sushi & Japanese 129
- Brewery & Distillery 118
- Breakfast & Brunch 101
- Bar & Grill 96
- Italian 82
- Burgers 77
- Mediterranean & Middle Eastern 74
- Salads & Health Food 64
- Tacos 62
- Chinese 61
- Asian (Other & Fusion) 61
- Thai 56
- Vietnamese 54
- Latin American 54
- Barbecue 47
- Seafood 44
- Steakhouse 39
- Chicken 32
- French & European 31
- Indian & South Asian 29
- Korean 13
- African 13
- Food Hall 8
- International & Other 7
- Hawaiian & Pacific 5
- Buffet 2