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    El Tapatio

    2.8 (149 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Deedrah B.

    Came for a quick late lunch around 2pm and ordered a margarita flight (banana, watermelon, mango, peach) and egg/cheese/potato burrito. Service was good, waiter had a little trouble understanding our order at first? The flight was okay- I enjoyed banana the most - I don't think I've ever had a banana flavored marg before so that was interesting! The burrito was massive (and our waiter asked if we wanted the small or large and we said small). Flavor wise, it was okay, didn't really pack a punch. The decor here is more traditional feeling, and it's in a good complex near other coffee shops, stores, businesses etc. @azfitfoodfun

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    Lauren R.

    Camarones El Tapatio was soooo good. This was the special of the day and I'll def be coming back for this one. Cadillac marg was also a hit.

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    Gracie S.

    Excellent food, attentive service and an unbeatable view. Prices are very fair and staff are very kind and welcoming. We're coming back asap!!!

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    Peter C.

    Good food (as always), nice place, always good experience with employees, been coming here for years

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    Corina E.

    Felt like enchiladas for lunch so I decided to try this place out. The service was great. My service was very nice. The enchiladas tasted ok. The beans did not look appetizing. I enjoyed the music as it was not too loud.

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    Eric B.

    When you are headed north on the 6 highway into Golden look to your left up on the hill and you will see El Tapatio. Turn left at Heritage Road. When you go in you will be greeted by a very welcoming staff, authentic music and great art that makes the experience memorable. Let's not forget the food. Everyone had something different and everyone enjoyed their food: Chicken fajitas, Carnitas Burrito El Tapatio Special and many other dishes. Come and try them out; you will have a great time and eat really good Mexican food too!!

    Parking next to the Patio.  View from patio.
    Scott H.

    I see the reviews widely vary on this Mexican restaurant, but everything was great for my first ever visit tonight. I sat on the patio with a beautiful view towards Golden and the foothills. My male server was "Arturo V" and he was great. In addition to him, two other staff members checked on me. They serve breakfast all day and I had the huevos rancheros. My breakfast for dinner was traditional Mexican Green Chile delicious with large portions and really good price for the area. Chips and salsa included and were delivered without asking.

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    6 months ago

    Super good food always for a good deal, right by the mountains can't beat it try the fajitas

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    Chips were cheap and not tasty, carne adobada was not good, overcooked and flavors were not good. I would not recommend

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    My favorite Mexican restaurant in golden. Food is always delicious, great atmosphere, and service is outstanding.

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    I love this place. I get the fajitas and a Cadillac margarita most of the time. The staff is wonderful.

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    Good was fantastic! Awesome service and the fried ice cream was an added delicious bonus!

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    Good food, muy bueno, el yum yum , bonito enchiladas , la lady is muy eh-nice . .....

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