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    El Borrego Negro

    5.0 (11 reviews)

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    Janelle J.

    This hidden gem is so good! Our friends suggested we stop here early on Sat (only open on weekends) & so happy they did. We walked through the back alley to get to the entrance. Upon finding it, you'll immediately feel the homey welcoming vibe. Limited menu but everything is so intentionally cooked. We ordered a watermelon agua fresca, lamb quesadilla, a steak taco and a lamb taco. Truly felt like I was in a friend's backyard BBQ. Highly recommended!

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    LARENA M.

    This isn't just fantastic Mexican food, it's a whole experience! Literally feels like u r in Mexico! Just go and u will understand! GPS to La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal and it is in the alley behind it.

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    Natalia S.

    My favorite hidden gem "opening" of 2025: the perfect lamb, pork, and rabbit tacos -- a can't miss! El Borrego Negro by Chef Jose Avila is serving the real deal Hidalgo-style barbacoa -- the kind that should have you planning your weekends around it! (Barbacoa is made by slow-cooking the animal underground all night.) Located behind La Diabla -- enter through the alley and follow the music. Sat & Sun | 8AM-3PM (or until sellout... and they do sell out!) Here's what to order: - Barbacoa by the pound - lamb or pork with fresh tortillas, consommé, & all the fixings - Rabbit (conejo) tacos - unique, savory perfection - Chicharrón quesadilla - crispy, cheesy bliss - Pulque - traditional, sacred Mexican drink made from fermented agave sap - Micheladas, of course Fun fact for my new Denverites (and why I put "opening" in quotes at the start): If you know, you know -- this started as Denver's best-kept secret in 2020, when Chef Jose Avila bought a flock of sheep in NoCo and would cook a whole sheep underground overnight, serving it up fresh every Sunday morning out of his X'Tabai Yucateco food trailer out on Morrison Road. Now, the legend lives on in the heart of downtown.

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    Morgan A.

    This place is so so so good. Cool atmosphere & amazing food. Open Saturday & Sunday and worth the wait.

    Tomohawk taco and conejo tacos

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    absolutely amazing food ! The service is decent but the vibe here is a must ! a true authentic experience

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    This is a hidden gem in Denver Taco de borrego Taco de conejo Taco Chivo Definitely a must if u are in Denver.

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    Alma Fonda Fina

    Alma Fonda Fina

    4.8
    (284 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    This was a delicious spot for Mexican food! I heard about Alma Fonda Fina months in advance of our…read moreDenver trip, which was thankfully enough time to snag a reservation. This place fills up 60 days in advance, without fail! When we arrived, we were able to get parking about a block away on the street. We were soon greeted and guided to our seats upon walking in. This is a very small restaurant - only a few tables, not many options for big groups, and some bar seating both inside and outside. I can see why the reservations are in such high demand! We were recommended to get 4-5 small plates, so we decided on the Guacamole Alma, Burrito de Frijoles Puerco, Apache en su Jugo, and Enmolada de Pato. We also shared the hibiscus margarita and Mex 75. The drinks came out first - the hibiscus margarita was so refreshing, light and delicious! We weren't as big fans of the Mex 75 - but if you like smoky drinks this is the one for you. The guacamole came out first - it was tangy and tasty. I will say that the other dishes were a lot more unique. The burrito was a standout - we absolutely loved the homemade sourdough tortilla, one of the best we've ever tasted. The chorizo filling was savory and tasty. The Apache en su Jugo was unique and had a lovely flavor - if you are a beef tartare fan this is a wonderful dish to try! The enmolado de pato came out last and we thoroughly enjoyed the mole and flavor. This is definitely worth checking out. I will say as a Houston native we have several restaurants with similar flavors and slightly lower price tags and wait times, so I am a bit spoiled in that regard. But all in all the service is wonderful, it's a pleasure to try so many different and unique dishes, and the joy of snagging a reservation is worth it!

    Alma Fonda Fina is indeed the greatest of its kind in the City, not a place just to eat but to gain…read moreexperience of find cuisine. This place requires online reservations ahead of time. Place is cozy, right on the corner, very natural earthy interior design, makes it feel like vacation and very different from rest of Denver vibe. Foods are beyond just tasteful, feels like a whole experience with every bite. You typically need 4 to 5 plates for a party of two, each plate is elegantly designed and crafted. It comes out as a pure perfection, the house cocktails are unique above all is the avocado margarita, which is one of the exotic cocktails of all. Staff are extremely professional, not too friendly, not too cold, just the right amount of politeness to make one comfortable. For my fellow Denver folks, you have to visit this place to experience contemporary Mexican dishes, which, by the way, most of them taste more towards a comfortable level of spicy.

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    Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

    Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

    4.2
    (1.1k reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    A friend recommended this spot, and I'm so glad! We went on…read moretaco Tuesday and had no problem getting bar seating (or there were a few tables available) around 5pm but I noticed after 6pm people were waiting for seating. The food was delicious! We got $2 chips and salsa off the happy hour menu and the queso con soyrizo (not on HH menu) which was served with warm tortillas. Honestly we probably didn't need all that because the tacos were so good I could've just filled up on more of the tacos, but still was a great meal! I ordered the lengua, pastor, and taco special (breaded shrimp). They were all so good. Think taco quality of a good street taco spot but with the ambiance of a cute tex mex bar. The bartender was great and made a solid marg ($8 on happy hour). You get a great deal on taco Tuesday but I'm sure you'd get great service and quality any day of the week!

    Good meal but a lot of work and hassle!…read more Very limited parking. Left side of the building are a few parking spots shared by several businesses. Good luck getting a spot. Then you are driving the neighborhood hoping to find a spot. Finally parked and walked to the restaurant. Host told me it would be 30 minutes but the actual wait was 50 minutes. Spend so much time parking and then waiting, at what point do you give up and leave empty handed? Restaurant is VERY LOUD. Finally got a table and ordered OFF MENU. Server agreed to substitute shrimp for my enchiladas and they were good! Fresh corn tortillas were the highlight. Ordered tres leches cake and enjoyed it too. Was a nice meal but just not worth all the hassle.

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    Ni Tuyo

    Ni Tuyo

    4.6
    (191 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    This is such a nice place to get drinks and dinner with friends. The vibe is warm and cozy…read more There is a small parking lot next to the restaurant but it can fill up but there is a good amount of street parking in the area. Happy hour is from 4-6 every day and the deals are great. The quesabirria and the camarones al aljillo were delicious. I have been here before for their molcajetes and those were excellent as well, and good for sharing. They do have a small covered patio area which is adjacent a busy street. Service is consistently good. One of my favorite places for a drink and a bite in the area!

    Not your generic Mexican restaurant. Ni tuyo is special. The space, the food, and the staff. Owner…read moreis frequently there, and the passion is so obvious. Inside it feels like community. Ni tuyo means not yours. Experience ni tuyo. Pork belly tacos were insanely good. Also the rib molcajete. Those two items stood out. They feature original cocktails, thoughtfully invented. Some of them blow my mind, some of them I didn't think worked very well for my preference, but all of them were unique. I value this uniqueness. Don't get for about mezcal Wednesdays. A great way to leave your comfort zone and try whatever they are featuring for a reduced price. Their variety of curated mezcal is a great way to start and make progress on your mezcal journey. There is such a variety of mezcal that I believe there is something for almost everyone. Put your trust in their bartenders to guide you on the different styles and flavors. And finally, they are a huge part of the Colorado agave collective. Monthly agave tasting. The best way to learn and appreciate.

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