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Tacos that feel like a craft rather than just a quick way to eat.

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Mexican restaurant

Food truck serves authentic Mexican street food with standout breakfast burritos and $3 tacos. Tacos are street style, packed with flavorful meat like el pastor and tripa. Casual spot with limited seating, best for quick, tasty meals.

Tacos come in street style size loaded with flavorful meat and juicy textures. Options like el pastor, asada, tripa, and adobada deliver a mix of crispy, fatty, and perfectly seasoned bites.

People are saying

"I found the burritos here to be really delicious and filling."

"I found this place to be a hidden gem with great food and prices."

"I thought the tacos were 10/10, extremely delicious."

Good to know

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During lunch hour rush, it's better to order ahead and pick up your food.

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All tacos are priced at $3 each.

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Expect a line around lunch at the food truck.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious Mexican spot features birria tacos with tender meat and savory consomรฉ. Colorful Colorado murals and Denver sports graffiti create a laid-back vibe. A salsa bar adds fresh toppings, while TVs show comedy and news, keeping the atmosphere casual and friendly.

Birria tacos stand out with tender, well-seasoned meat and come with a rich, savory consomรฉ for dipping. Other items like nachos, loaded fries, and quesadillas consistently deliver solid flavor.

People are saying

"The chili here is amazing and has just the right heat."

"You have to try their breakfast burrito; it's a must-try."

"I thought the birria tacos were the best in Denver."

Good to know

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Chili Shack Larimer is open until 1:30 or 2:00 am for late-night visits.

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Expect quick service; fries are ready in about 10 minutes.

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The menu features a large variety of Mexican food choices.

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Micro stills and garage doors bring sunlight into a cozy brewery with barrel-aged stouts and a wide beer selection. Pork tacos from La Capital del Taco truck offer rich flavor on Wednesdays and Fridays. The quiet, easygoing vibe pairs well with a psychedelic metal soundtrack and outdoor seating.

Pork tacos from the La Capital del Taco truck stand out with rich flavor. Food trucks like Moyaโ€™s and the taco trailer outside serve fresh, tasty tacos on Wednesdays and Fridays.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the good, strong, and great beer here."

"The outdoor seating is nice and dog friendly."

"The pork tacos from the truck were out of this world."

Good to know

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Dogs are not allowed inside the brewery, but the patio is dog friendly.

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Expect limited food options; check food truck hours before visiting.

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They frequently host food pairing events and trivia night weekly.

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Rooftop terrace offers live music and a lively vibe. Birria tacos are a perfect 10, with Taco Tuesday featuring $3 carne asada. Indoor bar serves well-crafted cocktails in a warm, inviting space.

Birria tacos stand out with a perfect 10 out of 10 rating. Taco Tuesday offers $3 carne asada tacos and other varieties like chicken, al pastor, carnitas, and steak, all noted as very good or delicious.

People are saying

"The food here was excellent and tasted great."

"The food here is delicious and truly authentic."

"I thought the Birria tacos were the best I have ever had."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday features $3 tacos every week.

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Thirsty Thursday offers a free margarita with an entree.

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Birthday celebrations include a special song and sombreros.

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Vฤซb Hotel by Best Western Denver RiNo image 1

Rooftop bar serves phenomenal tacos with street corn and drinks, paired with attentive service and desserts. Rooms are quiet and spacious with excellent air conditioning and modern touches. Hotel offers a safe, pristine environment plus a lobby coffee bar and gym for convenience.

Tacos come with street corn and drinks on a rooftop setting. Waitstaff provide attentive service alongside desserts.

People are saying

"The hotel staff were so friendly and accommodating."

"The rooms felt so clean and modern, like a magazine photoshoot."

"The rooftop taco bar was cool and amazing."

Good to know

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Happy hour at the rooftop bar runs from 4-7pm on weekdays.

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Trivia night happens every Tuesday at 8pm with a $5 entry fee.

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Parking is limited and mostly on the street; expect to walk several blocks.

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Mexican spot shines with authentic steak and fried tacos that stay crunchy. Great margaritas complement the laid-back vibe. Multiple TVs show football, creating a friendly atmosphere even when busy.

Steak tacos stand out with deep fried shells that stay crunchy without falling apart. Fried tacos deliver a consistently amazing crunch and rich flavor that many find outstanding.

People are saying

"I found the fried steak tacos to be the best I ever had."

"Kailani at the Bar gives the best recommendations."

"The green chili here is fantastic, like a gravy with pork."

Good to know

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The happy taco hour runs from 3pm to 6pm on weekdays.

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Expect a wait time of 10 to 40 minutes for food on non-busy days.

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Parking is difficult on weekends but easier on weekdays.

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Mexican restaurant

Small, family-run spot offers a cozy vibe with authentic dishes and a pleasant outdoor patio. Crispy tacos shine with real tortillas and tasty chicharrones. Great margaritas complete the experience.

Crispy tacos stand out with real tortillas used for hard shells instead of packaged ones. Ground beef hard shell tacos come with chicharrones and salsa, making them absolutely delicious.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is authentic and delicious."

"The green chili here is mild, flavorful, and made with love."

"I loved the crispy tacos; they were delicious and authentic."

Good to know

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Parking is available on the street or in the nearby Safeway parking lot.

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Expect to pay more than the menu prices for some items.

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Dogs are not allowed on the patio.

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Massive space with top notch racing simulators offers a high energy vibe. Ahi tuna tacos are fresh and perfectly rare, while bartenders mix creative cocktails. Groups enjoy friendly races under cool track-shaped lights.

Ahi tuna tacos stand out with their freshness and perfectly rare preparation. Shrimp tacos come really well done and flavorful.

People are saying

"The arcade racing simulators are a blast for everyone."

"The food here was amazing and excellent."

"The simulator experience here is incredible and exceeded my expectations."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for groups to avoid long wait times.

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Parking is limited and can be difficult to find nearby.

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Expect high prices for food and drinks throughout the venue.

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Tourist attraction

Rolling lounge bus offers spacious comfort and a chill vibe with high-quality music. Tours mix dispensary stops and visits to taco spots featuring amazing flavors but limited options. Experience blends education and leisure with smooth rides and well-organized stops.

Tours combine stops at dispensaries with visits to taco spots, often including a single taco restaurant. Tacos feature amazing flavors but options tend to be limited to one or two stops rather than multiple taco places.

People are saying

"I learned so much about cannabis and the dispensaries were awesome."

"You'll learn so much about cannabis culture and legislation on these tours."

"I wish we would have explored more amazing taco restaurants."

Good to know

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Canadian visitors need to have their passports to access the dispensary.

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The bus is clean and well-maintained throughout the tour.

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Smoking is allowed on the bus during the tour.

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