Amazing. Visiting from San Diego and happened upon this restaurant. Everything was amazing... ambiance, service, pricing, and especially the food. Mexican food with unique, tasty flavors. And the key lime pie... a must have. Can't believe we lucked out in finding this gem. read more

Me and The Hubs have been back for lunch already since my original review. It's a great spot for lunch with yummy food, a very nice patio and friendly staff. My only critique about this restaurant is the lighting in the restroom. It's incredibly dark in there and it took a really long time for my eyes to adjust to the very dim decorative lighting before I could 'take care of business'. The Hubs had the same issue. Since there's only one restroom designated for women and one for men, it might be prudent to add a smidge more light so people don't need to be in there any longer than necessary if other people are waiting. Just my 2-cents. read more

We sat outside, 5P on a Saturday and the patio was packed. Service was prompt and friendly. We had chips with salsa & guacamole to start - the chips were fresh and the guacamole and salsa were obviously handmade. Super tasty. Next was the Poke. A generous portion, fresh, and tasty. I had the Birria enchiladas, wife had the Birria tacos. Both were excellent. Perfect portion sizes and tasted great. Highly recommend this spot if you are in Castle Rock. read more

What a great spot! Small and comfy, this is wonderful place for a low key delicious meal. Bien Y Tú starts you off with a proper drink menu of crafted cocktails, authentic margaritas, and a deep choice of Mexican lagers. Well-crafted and vibrant, their house margarita is an absolute show-stealer. For a small restaurant, the service can be slow to arrive, but once it did, it was attentive and wonderful. Their star appetizer is the salsa flight. Every single salsa is delicious! The main menu is perfectly locked in with some staples and some surprised. Tacos, burritos, carne asada, but they keep the menu small enough to keep the quality high! However, the portions are smaller so you may want to consider a big appetizer or a side. Overall a fantastic experience. Great ambiance, great food. If they added one more taco or one more enchilada to the plates as served, it would be perfect. For the win: House Margarita to start, then chips and a salsa flight, carne asada enchiladas with chili verde sauce, and flan for dessert. ¿Cómo estás? Bien y tú! read more

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We were eager to try this new restaurant, but overall, the experience was disappointing. The decor was cool! We visited for lunch after a hike--4 adults and 3 kids. The chips were good, and the guacamole salsa was excellent, but their famous smoky salsa was interesting yet didn't wow me. The atmosphere was decent--featuring unique macramé and alebrije-style decorations. My friends ordered the bowl dish, which they said lacked flavor and was just so-so. They didn't like it. I had the Pozole; and did like it. It tasted good, with a nice red color, but I had to send it back because it was cold. It seemed the plate was microwaved (hot bowl, but cold soup), showing a lack of attention to detail. You shouldn't serve a hot plate if it's not steaming. Additionally, the prices seemed hard to justify. Many dishes don't include basic sides; for instance, enchiladas cost $17 without beans or rice, and tortillas for the pozole were extra. Chips and salsa aren't free either. The margarita was served in a small 4 oz glass for $8. For happy hour, it's better to stick with beer. Service also needs significant improvement--there was little attention to guests, even failing to respond or acknowledge when they forgot to add something to a dish. The waiter simply said, "you guys were all talking load and the same time," which was unprofessional. Instead of apologizing it felt dismissive. It would be better actually SMART to double-check orders with each guest. It's very disappointing because the concept and name are promising, and the place has potential. However, high prices and inconsistent service make it hard to justify returning--especially when other local spots offer better value. Note: a 20% gratuity is already added to the bill, so even with poor service, you're still paying for it. read more

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Bien Y Tu has a really great ambience -- we came around 2 PM on a Sunday and loved the overall vibe. It felt relaxed but still lively, and it would definitely be a fun spot for a date night. That said, the teamwork could've been a little better. Our server was really nice. We had several servers walk by our table multiple times while our empty glasses just sat at the end of the table. It wasn't terrible service, but it definitely felt a little disconnected. Food-wise, my husband got the chicken quesadilla and it was really good! We tried the salsa trio -- it was okay. Honestly, the housemade salsa was the best of the three, so I'm not sure it's worth the extra money to try the other two options. The pork green chili was good and had lots of small chunks of pork, which was definitely a pro. Overall, we'd definitely try it again -- maybe for a late-night date night next time. read more

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First time here. Party of 2, Friday at 3pm. No wait, seated immediately on the patio. Such a cute spot! The inside is a whole vibe! The patio reminds me of one of my fave spots in New Mexico. Our server was super friendly and attentive. We ordered the red salsa and guacamole. Oh my gosh, so good! Highly recommend! I ordered the skinny margarita , very refreshing and The Lawsuit, oh my goodness, so good! Cannot wait to come again and try more of the menu!! read more

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Food was good came asa group a couple days ago. Yesterday we all had food poisoning. We definitely will not be back. read more

The two stars are strictly for the ambiance and service. Without those, this would probably be a one-star review. The inside is very cute, with great lighting, clean and welcoming atmosphere. There isn't much seating, but we had no trouble finding a table on a Tuesday night. The staff were friendly and extremely attentive. First disappointment: they charge for chips and salsa. Don't get the flour chips, they were an additional charge and you don't get very many chips (larger portion if you get the corn chips). We decided to try the salsa flight (traditional red, sweet & spicy, and the "spicy" avocado crème), hoping to find one we liked for next time, but there will not be a next time. Second disappointment: the drinks. We ordered the casa margarita and the "caliente" margarita. Both were very tiny for the price, and the caliente was missing the "caliente" completely, adding a jalapeño does not make it spicy. Third disappointment: entrées don't come with sides, so we paid extra for rice and beans we shared. We tried the carnitas tacos and asked for the toppings (micro greens and avocado sauce) on the side and the rellenos. The carnitas meat had decent flavor, but the greens were very micro and not the cilantro/onion mix you would expect. The rellenos were large portion and were crispy but almost completely lacked flavor. The rice tasted like it was made in a rice cooker with red sauce added, and the beans tasted like canned beans with some kind of mystery meat in the sauce. Final disappointment: the price. With tip, our meal was over $90. They say they aren't your typical "upscale" Mexican restaurant, all true... the only things upscale here are the decor/ambiance and the prices. We likely won't be returning. read more

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This unique, new little gem is unlike any other Latin restaurant in Castle Rock. The decor, ambience, food and service were all equally impressive, and the menu offers very interesting options. read more

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I really wanted to love this place based on the decor and ambiance alone but there were a few underwhelming things about the experience. *Waitlist was a bit misleading. Said we were first in line for over 30min but apparently the host thought I said a party of 6 not 5. The no reservations make it a bit inconvenient especially when you have a toddler. *Service was not the most expedient and our waiter was not very attentive. Getting drinks and the check took much longer than necessary especially since by the time we checked out the restaurant was more empty than full. *The food however was excellent! My husband and I had tacos were both enjoyed as well as chips and the trio of salsas. I had a coin margarita and it was deeelish! Super tart and no added sugar. Highly recommend it! I'll probably come back and just hope I get a different waiter. read more

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I will 100 be coming back here. The food was so yummy and unique. Service was spot on and a good happy hour. And the atmosphere is the best part! read more

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This little gem is discreet, quaint and yet so ever welcoming. My favorite spot to pop in when I am southbound for meetings or get together with my happy circle. From lunch to happy hour and dinner, this place does not disappoint. Staff is always so friendly and cheerful. I never wait for a table and plenty of great spots to sit and linger. The ambience is just so cozy from the macabre chandeliers to the beautiful plants decorating the walls and booths to the gorgeous stain glass back wall. Parking is on the local streets and not a far walk if you are in the neighboring streets. Who can resist a salsa flight???? I love the smoky and spicy flavor of the tigre as well as the Clemente's cilantro lime avocado. I also stuff my face with their elote. I am a huge fan of the carne asada and carnita tacos. I haven't tried the quesa birria tacos. The Lawsuit is a very generous crunch wrap of carne asada, queso and ooey goodness. Now let's get to the cocktails. Happy hour starts at 2:30pm and perfect excuse to sip on their house margarita. Highly recommend the tequila flights. Just sit and indulge for a while because they are strong! Be responsible and don't dance on the tables. Is it expensive here? Are you having a GREAT time? Exactly it is all relative to your enjoyment meter. I am an avid learner because the right information can be life changing. So my advice, listen to Bien Y Tu's motto: come unwind, indulge and repeat. read more

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My husband and I came here with my mom while she was visiting for the weekend. As soon as we walked in, we really enjoyed the decor and the atmosphere. Our server Dylan was attentive from the get-go! He was funny and kind too, even taking a picture of my family for us! My mom and I got the regular margarita (casa marg), but I got it with the egg whites. We both thought the margaritas were delicious! My husband got a drink as well (it had Bulleit Rye) and he was also thoroughly impressed! The guacamole and house red salsa were so good. The guacamole is different than your usual guac, as it has chilli crisp on top, it's so good though! I ordered the quesabirria tacos, my mom ordered the lawsuit, and my husband ordered a quesadilla. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals! My husband and I decided that this would be our go-to restaurant for taking our friends and family to. I said that this honestly was the best restaurant experience we have had in a long time!! We will definitely be back!!!! read more

Bien Y Tu - Margarita with egg whites - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

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Great food. Try the smoky salsa. Service was great also. Atmosphere was excellent, restrooms a little dark. read more

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Went for a date night. #1 Fav is the blackened chicken burrito smothered in green chili sauce. Wow! Husband & I agreed it's the best burrito in town. So much flavor happening. Cocktails were great- loved my skinny marg and husband had something with whiskey. Salsa flight- nothing was too spicy. So if you want serious heat - this ain't it. But the Smokey salsa was dreamy if you like smoke . Ambience is great overall- cute aesthetic dark inside with plants. And the outdoor patio is really pretty. However, if you get seated in the very back near the bathrooms/kitchen it can loose some charm- wish they would have somehow made that section nice too. Service was great- seemed a little pushy at the end to get us out but I get it & they weren't rude just checked in a lot in the last 10 minutes. Overall great addition to castle rock and I could go for that burrito right now.... read more

Bien Y Tu - Blackened chicken burrito smothered in green chili - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

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Fancy Mexican in CR. The inside space is not large and it's rather eclectic. Service was good. I enjoyed the salsa flight and a skinny margarita (small size, but tasty). As for gluten free options, the menu is marked. I had the carnitas tacos which were flavorful and hit the spot with the pickled onions on top. read more

The atmosphere is wonderful! The food is UNIQUE! Guacamole is not blended, it chunky with radishes? They do not offer the traditional dishes. They pour on ALOT OF LA CREMA, ETC. Very different! The Margaritas were good! read more

Decided to try out this newcomer to the Castle Rock area this afternoon. We left pretty unimpressed. Whether it was the drinks, salsas, appetizers or entrees, mostly everything was lacking flavor-wise. What's possibly even more concerning is the fact that they seriously lack non-alcoholic drink options. Water and coke products are your only options. Their alcoholic drink options are pretty solid, but the drinks are average. The margarita with the egg white was something I was intrigued about coming in, but it was absolutely nothing special. The chips and salsa (a) you have to pay for which is a cardinal sin for a Mexican place and (b) wasn't a tiny bit spicy and had texture resembling tomato paste. The tuna poke was decent but served with very thick, greasy, unappetizing flour tortilla chips that don't work at all with the texture of the poke. Thankfully we had the regular tortilla chips from the chips and salsa and ate the poke with those, otherwise it would have been challenging to finish it. The burrito was massive but incredibly strange. I got it with birria and the first half of the burrito had the birria on the outside of it, but the second half had the birria on the inside. Throughout the burrito there was this unmelted cheese, rice, black beans, avocado for some reason, and another tomato-paste like substance. The burrito was served on top of refried beans, which I didn't care for since it forced beans into each and every bite. It was definitely a "kitchen sink" style of burrito, but despite everything in there I was left still searching for flavor. We did finally find some flavor in the carne asada tacos, which actually were pretty decent. The carne asada was really tender and the chimichurri on it was really, really tasty. The tortillas were also great with the tacos. That dish seems to be the thing to get here. However the one issue I have with that dish is the $6 upgrade to get a side of bone marrow was almost a scam. The bone marrow side was this tiny little piece of bone with hardly any bone marrow. Absolutely not a worthwhile upgrade. The interior of the place you hear a lot of good things about, which is accurate because it is nice in there, although a bit small. The service is great, it's a really busy place with only 1-2 servers it seems and they do a good job staying on top of all the tables. But all-in-all, this place is seriously underwhelming and the opportunity cost just isn't worth it to me. read more

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Am I coming back? Yes. Was it pricy? Not really. How was the drinks? Good. Food? How was the food? Over all, it was good. Definitely will reorder few things like poke, salsa flight and quesa birria tacos. Service? Still going thru some hiccups. We got seated promptly when we arrived around noon. Place got filled up pretty quickly. As soon as we sat down, water was out and .... our waiter disappeared for awhile. Still puzzling. Few items off the deink menu was not available yet. All the food came out very quickly. All of them. Did not even get our drinks yet. Mostly, they were delicious and unique in a way. Loved their Chile rellenos at $17. Ambience was definitely there. Kinda remind me of watering hole in old Mexican resort town Come early! read more

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This place is what Castle Rock needs. The food, the ambiance, and the service are all top notch here. The menu is not extensive...it seems that their approach is "we're going to do a few things really well, instead of trying to do everything." The salsa and fresh guacamole are excellent. The carne asada taco with "Gods butter", are some of the best tacos on the planet. My wife had the Dorado burrito with Birria, it was also excellent. The key lime pie is a great way to end an excellent meal. We are already planning to go back soon. Yes, it is on the expensive side ...but I'd rather pay for quality, than over priced crap like at some of the trendy, new Mexican places in town. read more

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Great newish spot in Castle Rock, next to Castle Cafe and in the location that was previously "Next Door Bar". My wife and I sat outside (cute little hacienda patio feel, with cushioned benches and cushions to lean against). The evening wasn't too warm, but the buggies were also out (trying to share our margs and meals). The El Tigre salsa is outstanding. Be warned that chips and salsa are charged for though. Not too pricey... $2.50 for chips and $3 for your choice of salsa. We chose the Rellenos (wife) and I had a carne asada burrito, chimi Chang it style (+$1). Margs were also tasty. Cannot recall the name of my drink (was second from the top), but well worth the price (it's Castle Rock, so not cheap). My wife and I both said at the same time that this is a repeat restaurant! read more

Genuinely fantastic! Very nice environment outside in late fall with the heaters. The salsa flight was excellent, and the garlic butter shrimp was elite. Carne asada was also very good, and the egg whites in the margarita was a highly unexpected hit, highly recommend. Made plans almost immediately to go back! read more

Bien Y Tu - Salsa flight - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

Fantastic service from the staff at Bien Y Tu this past weekend. The menu is short, authentic, and delicious. Highly recommend this spot for anyone searching for a delicious Mexican meal! read more

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Get old world food with a new twist. I had the posole. Haven't had that in years and it was great. Also try the three salsa sampler. Great smoky flavor. read more

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We tried this spot for the first time recently and was pleasantly surprised with the elevated ambiance, food quality, and service. It's a small sized restaurant, but they've really taken the design and detail to the next level! We did not try any cocktails, but we had a quick lunch on a Friday and made it out within 45-60 min. Food was great, though the street tacos were really simple/authentic (meat and tortilla only), so just keep that in mind and ask for some additional stuff on the side if you want that. The menu overall is still small given it's a new spot, but we cannot wait to go back! read more

Bien Y Tu - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

So good! Been there twice. Fantastic ambience, great service, kick ass food. Try the flight salsa and the house margaritas. Great Other reviewers must be high- maintenance, This place rocks! Good read more

My wife and I stopped in here to try the new Mexican restaurant in town and honestly it's just OK. My Mexican friend always refers to "white people Mexican food" and this is undoubtably what he is referring to. The food is very average (although aesthetically pleasing!) and there is not a lick of spice to be found anywhere, including in their salsa that they are very proud of. The ingredients do appear to be quality but are just missing overall flavor. Our waitress was very attentive and checked on us constantly (not in an annoying, but the good way) The restaurant itself is decorated very well and is extremely clean. Of course I know this could be because it seems to be brand new in every aspect. The patio does look like a nice area to sit with friends during the summer months. I did notice that they have some heaters but it might get chilly in winter. If we return, it would be because some of our friends are spice adverse and to hang out in a nicely decorated restaurant with decent drinks. read more

I would give them 5 stars for the atmosphere. Very nicely done. The food? Only 3 stars. I had high hopes for the enchiladas with jalapeño cream. I couldn't taste any jalapeño and the food was a little bland as a result. Also not a big fan of having to order rice and beans, and chips separately for an additional charge. The result is that we were still hungry at the end of the meal. Wine selection is limited to two mediocre choices. I'll be back for happy hour and to sit out on their beautiful patio, but probably not to purchase another meal. read more

Bien Y Tu - Great ambiance! - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

Super cute bohemian Mexican restaurant. Our server was super nice and asked if we had any questions. The salsa flight was good, I didn't care much for the smoky salsa. The green and traditional red were delicious! Love the way they crisp the burrito up a bit. My grandmother got the lawsuit (Crunchwrap) she liked it but said that it was spicy LOL. My aunt got the hippy hash tacos and said they were good, different but good! Overall we will be back! read more

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I am so excited to have such a great new place in Castle Rock! The atmosphere is so colorful and feels authentic. A friend recommended the Salsa Trio to start with. It included a variety of flavors... lime and avocado, smoky, and traditional red salsa. All amazing! We enjoyed a couple of entrées. Large portions and a delicious blend of traditional flavors. The service was on point. (Thanks Jamie) read more

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Great food! Awesome Service. Highly recommend. I usually don't like spicy food and they were very kind to make it without lifting my tongue in fire. read more

The atmosphere is better than the food. I feel like this place was made for white people who want no flavor or spice in their Mexican food. I am glad I tried it and apparently a lot of people have given this place 5 star reviews so it is just my opinion that it wasn't for me. I loved the inside and the staff were incredibly friendly. read more

Our new favorite Mexican restaurant in Castle Rock! The service is fast and cheerful. The restaurant itself is decorated beautifully, very tasteful. The house margarita is perfect...one of the best I've had in a Mexican restaurant. We started with the Elote. It was delicious and we loved the presentation. We had tacos and Carne Asada dishes. We shared the flan for dessert. The flan was good. Nothing exceptional about it though. Next time we will try the Keylime pie! We will definitely be back! Maybe there's hope for the Castle Rock restaurant scene after all. read more

Bien Y Tu - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

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This place gets 5+ stars for design and atmosphere. It's not your typical wild, bright and, well, obnoxious colors most Mexican restaurants go for. Now, the food....no spice whatsoever! So, we asked for chopped Serrano or jalapeño peppers. Our server said "well, let me se if we can do that". I think we were intruding on her personal time, or that's how we felt. What we got was a pickled something. Maybe a cherry peppers? It was more sweet than spicy. The salsa flight consisted of a somewhat sweet house salsa, a Smokey salsa (of course, every flippin' Mexican restaurant has to have a Smokey option) and a creamy avocado salsa. Each of them lacked seasoning of any kind. The guacamole was a bit slimy due to way too much lime juice. Even the spicy, jalapeño margarita wasn't spicy!! I get it, some people just don't like spicy food; however, we do. So why not at least have the option. I had the batter fried fish tacos and they were the "definitely not something I'd crave or come back for" variety. My wife had the smothered burrito and it was "eh". No matter what I say or how I feel about h this establishment, it will be packed throughout spring, summer and into fall because of the atmosphere and the beer, which is brewed somewhere else. read more

Bien Y Tu - Batter fried fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

Stopped in for lunch recently and it was a great experience! Delicious guac and food service. Looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes read more

Our party of 6 walked in and was seated pretty quickly where we asked (outside), we all loved how the restaurant looked, the ambiance, and everything about it. Unfortunately, that was about where it ended. After we sat, it was about 10-15 minutes to actually get a waiter to come over to see us. There were other people outside, so it's not as if we were alone, our waiter just didn't.... show up. It was to the point we were about to leave when he finally arrived. He took our order for drinks (margaritas and sodas), and left. Drinks arrived shortly later, and we were all super disappointed with the margs. It honestly all tasted like these were pre-bought margarita mix purchased from a store with alcohol added to it. The drinks were just bad, and none of us ordered an additional drink the rest of the time there. Also, all of our first reactions were that these were the smallest margaritas we have seen before. For the meal, we ordered an appetizer (chips and salsa had looked good) and then he said he would also take our main meal orders as well. After that, we sat there and waited. No refills on any existing drinks, sodas or water. We sat there for 20 minutes, and then all of a sudden our main food order came out. Either the waiter completely forgot our appetizer, or the kitchen just never made it. We had to tell the waiter at that point to just cancel the appetizer order, and he just stared at us and just said... "ok". The meals, were average. We had a wide range from burritos, tacos, the lawsuit, and nearly all of us were unhappy with what we received. Only one person said that they thought it was ok (not great). I took the burrito on the recommendation of the waiter, and it was just so incredibly plain (even being smothered) that it was just a waste to order. Finally, after eating, we waited... again. At this point in time, we were all trying to leave, we didn't want to be here anymore. It took another 15 minutes for the waiter to come back out to us again just for us to ask for the check to leave. Overall, we were let down on all aspects of this restaurant, the food, the service, and the drinks. The only good part of this place was the ambiance and decor. If I felt I could, I would 100% dispute the charge on my credit card to try to get my money back, it was such a let down. I wish I wasn't out $150 after this poor showing. read more

Bien Y Tu - Margaritas were small - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

These guys are a solid 4* working on more. Good service, good food. They are smallish in space, but have some great outdoor seating. I tried the guacamole and the "lawsuit". All was great. I plan to be back. Need to work my way through the menu. read more

Bien Y Tu - The Lawsuit - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

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Really nice smaller restaurant off the Main Street. Good ambiance. Friendly staff. A few downfalls. Chips and salsa cost $5.50. Chips were really over salted. Margaritas were served in very small glasses (not worth the cost in my opinion). The food was reasonably priced are pretty good. If the margs could be a little bigger and the chips and salsa were free, I might give this place 5 stars. read more

Bien Y Tu - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado

Wonderful! Great atmosphere and service. The food was top notch. If you are a lover of quesabirria tacos, they cannot be beat! read more

Bien Y Tu - Mexican Near Me - Castle Rock, Colorado