I'm giving the five stars for their breakfast burritos. In particular their #2 bacon burrito that my wife loves, which I have had a few bites of and is very good. Also the #7 Machaca burrito. I always get a Machaca breakfast at another of my fav morning Mexican spots. Then I found this burrito and am hooked. We stop buy a few times a month. They take call in orders and seems like they are never busy in the morning so they get me in and out in minutes. Highly recommended! Let me know if you agree after you try it! read more

This place has really poor service we ordered 2 different plates and only got one because she didn't "hear" what we said, we also forgot to order another cup and when we asked for one she gave us attitude. The food was good though. read more

My favorite Mexican food restaurant in all of Colorado! I think the green chile is the best I've ever had, and I come back constantly just for it. The breakfast burrito smothered is a great bargain and it is pretty big. read more

I went in for the first time and picked up a burrito. The employees are all very nice and I asked about a couple of things on the menu. I told them it was my first time in there and the cashier boldly said it won't be my last. I ended up back in there 5 days later and now it's a weekly fixture for my food lineup. The food is very good and it's affordable. read more

Front staff was horribly rude. Messed the order up then was argumentative about correcting it.

One of the best breakfast burritos for the price on this side of town Just wish they brought their fried ice cream back

Before I went here I was convinced there was no good, authentic mexican food near my home. I was having to drive to Denver or Commerce City to find what I had craved for. Then I came across El Azteca and I ordered asada fries smothered and it was the best asada I have tasted in a long time. Service was great and food was even better, will be returning. read more

We always go there and order the steak burrito with no chorizo. We got home and realized the burrito had chorizo. Which is still okay, things happen. We called and let them know what happened and that we were going to come back and get the right burrito. She was so rude about it over the phone. As if we ordered it wrong. Even if we did. It shouldn't be this big of a deal. They asked us to bring the wrong burrito back!? For what? And why would you ask for it back? Lol We gave the burrito back. And they made the right one. As she handed the burrito back she told me how to order it next time. Thanks lady. I know. Awful customer service. read more

This place is pretty good and not over budget. It has a few tables to eat in or order takeout. They are not chinsey on the portion. Get any burrito deluxe with lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream for a small fee extra. Definitely going to come here more often. read more

My family frequents this location. The food is always good and consistent. You really get a lot of bang for your buck here. Asada fries are delicious. Fries are actually crispy so they hold up even if you get your order smothered. The gals taking the orders are so sweet. Definitely reminds me of California style Mexican food. read more

I got a basic torta and tasted as basic. Meat had no flavor and only comes with lettuce and guacamole. A good torta has tomate, beans, some cotija cheese, and fresh avocado or guacamole with salsa on the side. First and last time as quality is for business and not for customer. A (LA transplant) lol read more

Margaritas were nice and strong. Did some shopping to walk it off. The food was good and well portioned. Will go again.

We ordered it last night first time... LOVED it and literally ordered again tonight! Green chili is soooo good - great portion sizes and totally reasonable price! Door dash delivered for a couple bucks. We will definitely be back and or order! read more

This is your typical 120th Mexican food fare. Mostly catered to the taste buds of gabachos but with a little more authentic twist. However this being said they do have the best tortillas and beans in the Northglenn/Thornton area. My standard order is just raw tortillas to be prepped on a comal at home, a quart of refried beans and 12 roasted jalapenos. You cant lose if you stick with that order. I dont need all that yellow cheese and and New Mexico style chile. read more

If I had any wish in the world it would be to live here as a mouse and eat all the left overs. I seriously love their food soooo much! Whomever hasn't tried it is seriously missing out... they just remodeled the dining room also and it looks fabulous! read more

Very good food. Friendly people. What more could you want? The red sauce is super spicy but delicious.

Definitely one of my favs, nice little cozy place. You know it's good if the parking lot is loaded! The crew is always welcoming as you walk through the door. Haven't ever seen the cook but I know he's making sure I get a great meal from breakfast to a late evening dinner! Now the young ladies, hats off!! very kind and good at what they do. Recently had a surgery that required crutches and one of them walked my order for me right to my car! Thanks to all your hard work guys and gals it keeps me coming back to enjoy! read more

Good food at a good price. Simple little place with quality food. The service was good, will visit again.

Great lil spot. Great location close to home. Excellent carne Asada fries. Good prices. Good size portions. Great customer service.

Went here for quick dinner. Usually seem to have pretty good special meals for the day. About average meals we had the combo and asada fries. Always ok for quick Mexican read more

I order from here a lot and every now and then will go in to eat. Love their food great prices and the cashier is awesome. They are also super fast ! Place is very clean. read more

One of our favorite places to get food from. The inside isn't the best for dining, but we love carry out. About twice a month we order carne asade fries smothered and rolled tacos to share in front of a movie at home. read more

The carnitas burrito is amazing! Quick, friendly service and really good food. I've been here multiple times and have not been disappointed. Breakfast burritos are inexpensive and very filling. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Unfortuntely, this place does not make homemade Mexican food, and the reviewer who said so must not had much authentic Mexican food to compare it to. A typical restaurant where ingredients come from a can, and are cheap quality in addition. Not on my list of places to go when I want quality, good food. Not on my list at all in fact! read more

This is a nice little place to go get some delish Mexican food when you need a fix! I ordered the smothered burrito with a chile relleno and it was BOOOOOMMMBBB. They have a green and red salsa to choose from throughout your meal. Both are equally amazing, however, the red is more spicy than the green. My husband gets something different each time and has not been disappointed. Being that it is so close to our house we will definitely return in days to come! read more

Nothin spectacular here. Menu items listed sound great but when they arrive to the table it's a big disappointment. Been here before but decided to try it again and it only confirmed what I've known. Bland food that any respectable abuelita would just throw to the dogs. The young lady at the counter on this particular day needs a personality too. She didn't say thank you, greet you, nothin. When my food was ready, she tossed the bag on the counter and walked to the back. Not a peep. Never again. Eff these putos. read more

Stopped in for some carne asada fries...yum. Took me back to my SDSU days of late night runs to Roberto's.

I like this place. Hidden Gem. My old go to Authentic Mex food closed down (Jalisco on 104th near red lobster) and i've been searching for a replacement for a long time. I've found two places that have the caliber of food I like in the local area. El Azteca and El Mirador on Huron. Both are excellent. Azteca is more for your drop in or take-out non-table service experience whereas Mirador is a full service sit-down restaurant. Don't go here for atmosphere, wine/beer, or table service. Just good authentic Mexican food. They just started delivering! All the more reason to like this place. *EDIT* just got delivery, not very good. Chicken and beef doesn't taste very good. I'll take it down a star, but will try again in-store and let you know. read more

Fresh ingredients, huge menu, excellent service. We love this small neighborhood location and the food is fantastic. Self serve horchata/hibiscus tea/piña drink machine. read more

The food here is AMAZING! However, my last experience was less than satisfactory. I used to work right across the street and come to Azteca EVERY DAY, sometimes even twice in one day to get the same thing. A burrito with beef and cheese in it. I understand this is not your typical burrito and I try to specify that I just want beef and cheese in it. After a while I became a regular and people there knew it was me. The tortilla they use there seems to be home made because it so fresh tasting. I've never had a tortilla that was so good. Also the beef itself is good, like they must have slow cooked it the night before. This place is delicious. I was so sad today. I went back to Azteca for the first time in a while and I wanted to get my burrito. I went up to the front counter and the person was busy. She had almost a full lobby and I'm also a server so I know the look of someone in a rush. She had me wait a bit, which is fine I get it. The part that ensures I will never return to my fav burrito place was her attitude. I asked for a burrito with just beef and cheese and she cocked her head back and looked at me like I was stupid. I kind of laughed because I know it's an odd request . She then said with heavy attitude" do you just want the Colorado burrito then?" . I said " no I just wan t a burrito with beef and cheese in it. And some rice, beans, and sour cream on the side." She said" the burrito doesn't come with beans or sour cream." At this point I know she's trying to give me a hard time. She won't give me what I want and she is throwing a bunch of attitude at me. I said" listen, I don't know what's in the Colorado burrito. All I want is a beef burrito with cheese in it." She says with attitude" it's right there!" As she looks at their enormous menu boards, trying to get me to look at the menu for a burrito I don't want... I then say" look , all I wanted was a burrito with beef and cheese..." She cuts me off and says OK, then I say " I honestly don't want it anymore if your going to treat me like this. " I ask for her manager. She rolls her eyes as 16 year old children do as she gets her boss. I tell him " hey man, I literally used to come here all the time and get the same thing. " The manager understands and tries to get my order but I told him I can't order from there if the staff is going to treat people like that. I gave them my number to have the owner call me. I can't believe it. I'm pretty bummed cause the food here is sooooooo good , but I'll never go back to a place that treats people like that. No way. read more

Great little hidden treasure! Even better that they deliver! Their food reminds me of the awesome Mexican food back home in southern California! read more

My husband, sister, and I come here a few times a month for their breakfast burritos. We have gone to a few different Mexican Food places nearby and El Azteca is the most reasonably priced and consistent with taste. We order the burritos "delux", which is smothered in green chili with lettuce, tomato & sour cream. The tortillas taste fresh and it's enough food to keep you full for half the day. Sundays are busiest, so it's good to call in or be ready to wait 15-20 minutes. read more

I consider myself a Mexican food fan! I have eaten in many of Denver's Mexican restaurants and taco stands. El Azteca's food is always consistently great. I usually just order the Carne Asada tacos with a side of rice and beans. The food is always piping hot. The tacos have the perfect amount of onions and cilantro along with avocado. The dining room is small but cozy with televisions making it enjoyable. The restaurant employees are attentive to the guest needs. Oh yea, the red and green sauces are really good. The red sauce is spicy just like I love it! Overall a great little restaurant! read more

El Azteca Restaurant - Smothered Colorado Burrito! - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

Always a good stop for a smothered breakfast burrito! my wife also really enjoys the nachos!

The breakfast burrito at El Azteca is no joke! I am so happy that our friends recommended this hole-in-the-wall joint to us. Do yourself a solid and get that burrito! So much better than Santiago's by a mile! read more

I really didn't want to write this, but I've been coming here for a couple years and lately they have been really messing up. 3x in a row! Four orders, and they manage to mess it up. The burrito I had today had more tortilla than filling. Just check your to-go orders before leaving. read more

Great little spot for some good smothered burritos! We really enjoy their veggie burrito deluxe style. YUM! As for the other reviewer that said it is not authentic and canned... Well DER! Your getting 'fast food'.. If you want quality ingredients make it yourself. But for the rest of us who want delicious Mexican food delivered.. This place will do just fine. :) read more

Every time me and my fiance go to this place they fuck up our order. We really enjoy the food but we have to go back and forth before we get our right order read more

This place has great food the green chili is really good but it's more like a soup they don't put much pork in it little chunks of pork. It's too pricey for soup but has great flavor. They're Mexican hamburgers really good the other foods are okay too. My biggest complaint would be the service. Several times we have either got the wrong order or food was missing when we did take out and we had to keep going back to their restaurant. Other than that it's great place to eat. read more

Close to home, good food with cheap prices. Will be coming back for take out.