08/05/09

Extremely unsanitary experience means I won't be back

by thatoneguypaul

I used to eat here a lot. The food is great. However, having endured all of the unsanitary things the staff do, I had an experience which will make me never go there again. The server put several handfuls of raw bacon into a bowl, without wearing gloves, then without washing her hands, poured my drink and got tons of raw bacon mess on it. Can you think of anything more unsanitary than that? There is no telling what other kind of gross and dangerous things they do with the food. They also use the same salsa bowls with the same spoons for customers all day.

• Pros: Tastes really good
• Cons: Extremeley unsanitary, could get extremely ill, rude service

07/07/08

Love the buche tacos. This is the most authentic Mexican food in Denver.

by Denverado

Give the ladies behind the counter a break and a nice tip - they work hard over a hot stove all day. You don't come here for charming waitstaff, you come here for the FOOD. And it's great!

About those buche tacos - it's pig esophagus. Ask for and use lots of lime juice. Don't be complaining about $11 a plate (three tacos, rice and beans, plus drink) - it's cheaper than a trip to the border. If you could get this food in a fancy restaurant, it would be at least twice as much.

Colorado Mexican food is not like this - because this is Mexico Mexican food. You know, like what they eat in Mexico. In Mexico, everything is not smothered in chile sauce (bleah). How do I know? I lived in San Diego for 18 years.

If someone's looking for REAL Mexican food in Denver, this is THE place.

• Pros: REAL Mexican food!
• Cons: Not elegant. Not fast food. But I don't consider this a huge drawback.

04/11/08

Great Food - Not so friendly staff

by EatBetterFood

I eat their frequently and I have never heard "thank you" to date. I stopped tipping because of that reason.

04/04/08

Poor value

by iceburgg

I got a three taco plate with an orange juice for $11.50. The tacos were tiny. Even with the rice and beans, I left hungy. Each taco had two small tortillas. They were like appetizers. The taste was okay, but I really felt ripped off. We got there early, but the place was still a cluster. I like Tacos Y Salsas on Federal and Alameda much better. They have much better tacos el pastor there.

08/09/07

Go for the food, not the atmosphere!

by denworl

Simply the best authentic Mexican food in town! I have been going here for 15 years and still have cravings for it. If your taste is gringo fast food from 7-Eleven then do not attempt this adventure!

07/07/07

This is by far the greatest place to get a burrito in Denver

by briereimann

I have been a true customer for about 13 years. I have tried just about every Mexican restaurant in town but have not had consistant cravings as I do for El Taco. It is not too expensive either. My favorite is still the breakfast burrito with potatoes, topped with salsa and an Orchata. My boyfriend enjoys the breakfast plate that comes with eggs, potatoes, beans, rice, bacon, tortillas for around 6 bucks! Some people might think the customer service is not so great but some people also don't know that the women who work here (they have been the same women since I started coming here) appreciate tips. Although you order from the bar, it is nice to leave a tip!!! This is a great place to go after a hike or after a camping trip!

Enjoy!

• Pros: Burritos and Orchata
• Cons: seating sometimes not available

01/06/07

*BEST* GREEN CHILE IN DENVER!!!

by evatique

YUMo....if you are searching for the best green chile in Denver, give them a try....spicy and delish-ENJOY!!!

• Pros: YUMMY GREEN CHLIE
• Cons: atmosphere and service, nothing to be desired!!

12/05/06

expensive, rude service, tastes like Benny's

by prettyhot

I am shocked that this restaurant got such positive reviews. I ate here with my husband and had the tacos. No cheese, just bland, dry shredded chicken, and some hot sauce. He had a burrito. I could not believe how expensive the food was, Their version of a veggie burrito consisted of rice, beans and cheese. If you want it smothered its 1.00 extra. Tomatoes and lettuce are 1.00 extra. Even the burritos filled with meat don't come with lettuce, or tomatoes. The smothered burrito was swimming in sauce-so the rice and beans got really sloppy and it just dissolves.They nickel and dime you for everything. I have yet to find a CHEAP Mexican restaurant that is actually good in this town.

I also don't want to return to a restaurant that doesn't thank their customers. The employees were flat out unfriendly. The food is as bad as the attitude. I will NEVER eat here again. I could go to 7-Eleven and get a microwaveable burrito that tastes better, and for a lot cheaper.

• Pros: Fast
• Cons: rude service, expensive, overrated

This humble spot is one of Denver's most authentic, serving classic dishes as well as unfamiliar offerings.

by Contributor

In Short
The small yellow building brightens up the corner of Santa Fe and Seventh Avenue, where otherwise drab brick storefronts line the sidewalk. Inside, there's a predominantly Spanish menu stretching above the long counter and a smattering of booths and bar stools. Few local Mexican restaurants match the authenticity of this eatery. Mini-tacos come stuffed with anything from beef to fried pork to brains. Chili rellenos are soft and flavorful, enchiladas rich and burritos hefty.

05/02/06

If you walk past .....

by buffalochef

If you walk past this place to get to the one down the street, you've gone to far. Oh, the one down the street is good, if you want to sit and sip margs. on the patio and enjoy a "nice" meal, but this place is great, true border style chow. For 10 or more years, Ive had to "get my fix" here. My favorite is still the chili relleno burrito. Once I took my 70 yr old, finicky Mom in for a Saturday shopping quick bite and she loved it.