Denver's food scene punches above its weight, with incredible Mexican food, a green chile obsession, and breakfast burritos that rival any in the Southwest. Here's how to eat well at altitude without the high prices.
Green Chile & Mexican
Santiago's
Drive-through breakfast burritos smothered in green chile. Denver institution.
El Taco de Mexico
Authentic tacos and massive burritos. The green chile pork is outstanding.
La Loma
Upscale but worth it for special occasions. The green chile is legendary.
Tacos Tequila Whiskey
Creative tacos and strong happy hour deals. Great for groups.
Breakfast & Brunch
Denver Biscuit Company
Giant biscuit sandwiches. Filling, indulgent, and satisfying.
Snooze
Denver-born brunch chain with creative pancakes and eggs benedicts.
Sam's No. 3
Classic diner with huge portions. Green chile smothered everything.
More Budget Gems
Biker Jim's
Wild game hot dogs: elk, wild boar, rattlesnake. Only in Denver.
Pho 95
Big bowls of pho on Federal's Vietnamese strip. Cheap and warming.
Park Burger
Craft burgers that don't break the bank. Local Colorado beef.
Rosenberg's Bagels
New York-style bagels in Denver. The lox situation is legit.
Denver Budget Eating Tips
- Federal Boulevard: Denver's international food corridor
- Happy hours: Denver has excellent 3-6pm deals
- Food halls: Avanti, Stanley Marketplace, Zeppelin Station
- Breakfast burritos: Get them smothered in green chile
- Denver Central Market: Variety at various price points
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