Denver's Mexican scene is shaped by green chili—it goes on everything. Federal Boulevard is ground zero for authentic taquerias, while trendy neighborhoods offer modern interpretations.
Federal Boulevard
Tacos Selene
$ • Federal Blvd
Outstanding street tacos. The suadero is exceptional.
Los Carboncitos
$ • Federal Blvd
Excellent tacos and tortas. Cash preferred.
La Calle Taqueria
$ • Federal Blvd
Late-night essential with solid al pastor.
Modern Mexican
Los Chingones
$$$ • RiNo
Upscale Mexican with rooftop views and excellent margs.
Tamayo
$$$ • Larimer Square
Richard Sandoval's rooftop Mexican. Great for groups.
Kachina Cantina
$$ • Lower Highlands
Southwestern-Mexican with creative cocktails.
Denver Traditions
El Taco de Mexico
$ • Santa Fe
Since 1985. Green chili breakfast burritos are legendary.
Chubby's
$ • Multiple Locations
Denver's green chili institution. Smothered everything.
Santiago's
$ • Multiple Locations
Fast-food Mexican with cult following. Breakfast burritos.
Pro Tip: Green chili is Denver's signature—get your breakfast burrito smothered. Chubby's and El Taco de Mexico are ground zero.