Can't go wrong at El Tejado. Its authentic from music to salsa to polite attentive servers. I've been eating here for 2 decades. Its consistently a great family run restaurant. El Tejado es una de mis restaurantes favoritos! La comida esta muy buena. El menu tiene variedad y Las meseras son simpaticas. Hay muchas tequilas y bebidas Buenas. Aprovecho! read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - elchildas molcajete y tequila blanca - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Great food and service. Customer service from the time we entered was extraordinary. Parking a little difficult but we parked on Broadway and it was easier. Thanks again for the great service. read more

Loved this place for around 15 years, until Pandemic hit! We have tried to support El Tejado by getting To-Go orders and unfortunately, have been disappointed every time. I just ordered 3 Crunchy Tacos w/ Beans & Rice and a Smothered Bean Burrito. The Tacos were soaked and tasted like dish water, the Beans tasted burned. the Burrito was small with not much green chili. The last time I ordered a Carne Asada Burrito, The steak was overcooked, chewy and gristly. My BIGGEST Disappointment was to learn that my Favorite Bartender, Ivan no longer works there!! He was a BIG part of why we went there, the service and quality standard isn't the same without him! He was a workhorse, that made the Restaurant a Better Place! I am dis-heartened that I have to make this review about what was a Favorite Restaurant, but, we won't be disappointed again. read more

How and why I have not reviewed this place before is beyond me. Maybe I don't want you to know how amazing it is because it's already way busier than before. The drinks = amazing! I recommend going for the pineapple daiquiri. That's right! I'm wild and get something other than a margarita. That being said if you want the margarita 10/10 would recommend. The food is great and they have a lot to choose from. Pro tip; if you want brunch but don't want to wait I would highly recommend. It's not fancy brunch by any means but you also won't wait an hour so you decide. My fiancé and I ate here the night we got engaged and Ivan and Gloria are top notch bartenders. I think we need to make another visit soon. One of the better hidden gems here! read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We're not sure how this place gets good reviews? One of the worst burritos I've ever had. We have tried so many times and it never changes. Goodbye El tejado forever! read more

We have been coming to El Tejado for over twenty years and unfortunately the last few times have been disappointing. The food has become bland and tasteless. It's overpriced for what it is, service is mediocre, and I think the extensive menu has resulted in compromised quality. We will look for a new Mexican restaurant to frequent. read more

The restaurant was not full and there was plenty of wait staff. It took forever to order our food. The chicken mole was horrible and had no chocolate taste to it whatsoever. Won't be going back. read more

Best potato tacos in Denver! Service is always on point here. Atmosphere was awesome today for Bronco Day. There is always a good crowd here, and for good reason! Had the fish tacos before and they are delicious! read more

Awesome food and great staff, it is my go to for Mexican food. I love the green Chile!

Steak was over cooked, dry. Ordered it medium well and got it well done and dry and burnt on one side. They didn't even try to make it right. read more

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After 25 years of experience and over 15 years eating at this location I finally am at my wits end. My kids have always ordered the same thing every time and when we eat at the restaurant we spend a minimum of $150.00 per visit! This time the new server made a mistake and put things on my kids food that they never ask for. They told us that the so-called chef would not replace the items for the kids and charged us an additional $30 to replace the mistake that the server made, you would think after coming to this place biweekly and sometimes weekly that the manager would make it right this didn't happen! This is not customer service I've come from the industry I've been in the industry. I will never understand this! I will never give this place my money again please share with your family & friends so they do not get taken advantage of by poor customer service! I'm sad that this is how a place we loved so much could be so unapologetic about something that could have been a simple fix! We have never had an issue with anything up until this point and that is why we are so unhappy! They we willing to lose truly diehard customers over $30. As a Restaurant owner for over 25 years, I'll never understand this. read more

Updating my review. We gave it another chance and found the service significantly improved, with a whole new wait staff that appears. Tried to Cornish game hen plate for dinner and found it amazing - ample portion and tasty. Glad one of our old favorites is back serving good food with attentive service read more

Come 'n listen to my story about going to El Tejado twice in one day. Weird, huh? It just turned out that I had plans to meet friends there for dinner and then at the last minute was also invited by different friends @ work for lunch. (Doesn't this make me sound super popular?). Here is the shorter version of both experiences. My lunch at El Tejado was just okay. I actually thought it was pretty pricey. Eleven bucks for three street tacos (carnitas tacos) with no rice, no beans, nada. The one thing I loved about El Tejado is their salsa - it has a really nice bite to it. One of my colleagues wanted a certain combination of items. She asked the waitress if she would put this together for her. She also confirmed with the waitress "this isn't going to cost me like twenty bucks, is it?" Sure 'nuff, when the check was delivered, she ended up paying $20 for her lunch. We had a similar experience for dinner. One server told us that all domestic beers were $1.50 for happy hour. But when our check came we were told it's just Bud and Bud Lights. So far today, twice my table has felt like we've been misled and overcharged. Careful, also, here: their Happy Hour runs from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Not sure who's actually getting off work to get happy during those hours - it's certainly not this working girl. So if you want three dollar house margaritas @ El Tejado, get here early. Bottom line for me: average CO-Mex food. read more

Just left The South run by NFL relic Jerry Sturn because the service was atrocious and the bartender was an idiot. The South has been on a steady decline for the past couple years, and I think it hit bottom.. Happened along this place looking for a change, and holy cow - what a difference!! Brightly lit, clean, fast, friendly and courteous service - AND - AUTHENTIC!!! The menu is diverse with only a couple classic American dishes to satisfy kids needs, margaritas are awesome, and reasonably priced... The bartender is very attentive, and not annoying in the least. Margaritas are not poured from a vat of pre-made mix and hand shaken for each patron. If you are near the South, drive the extra 1/2 mile, and come to El Tejado!! read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - Chicken chimi's!! - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I'm not sure how anyone can give this restaurant 5 stars. Maybe it depends on the dish you order but I ordered the Tacos Al Carbon. The meat had absolutely no flavor. Zero flavor. Tasted like old meat that had been reheated. The tortillas were too big. Absolutely awful. The rice and beans also had no flavor. My mom had the Mexican steak and she couldn't even cut the steak and she said it had no flavor. I tasted it to be sure and it did not taste good. Would definitely not come back. The only thing that was good was the salsa. But not worth it to come back just for chips and salsa. read more

This place is worth a visit for their micheladas alone--only 4.50 with premium mex. imports. I've had my share of them throughout the Southwest and Sonora and can attest that El Tejado's are among with the best, while being as authentic as anything you'll find in Mexico. Aside from the perfect mix of lime juice, clamato, and spices, El Tejado serves them in a large margarita glass, which allows ample room for ice and for the mix to stay consistent as you add the beer--I recommend having it with Dos Equis Lager over Tecate--and for god's sakes never Corona it. El Tejado's michelada is much superior in flavor and authenticity to that of El Diablo (now closed) where they use(d) an alternate to clamato and served up in a standard 12 oz glass. This causes the mix to get diluted well before the beer is finished. In addition to the extensive and modestly priced drink list, the daily specials are always good. On a recent weds, for example, chicken fajitas were on special for only $8.50. They were served sizzling hot, along with a nice selection of sauteed onions, green and red peppers, a plate of beans, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeno, guacamole, and sour cream (for the gringos out there), served with your choice of corn or flour tortillas. The servers have always been friendly and attentive on my 10 or so visits and quick to bring additional chips and tortillas, as needed, at no extra charge--damn my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Some of the other items I've tried and would also highly recommend are the posole (huge portion for under $10) and the queso fundido, with chorizo. All have been freshly prepared and very tasty when I've ordered them. Although, the space and decor are not the flashiest or the hippest, it is El Tejado's food and service that consistently hit the mark. And, after all, isn't that what you really want anyway? If you haven't been there check it out and you'll be returning time and time again. read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - the best michelada in Denver, El Tejado on S. Broadway - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We love this place! Everything I've ever ordered has been delicious, great salsa, solid margs, great service. The place is huge and even when they're super busy we always manage to get seated right away. Definitely recommend for large groups. read more

My husband ordered 2 huevos rancheros and they were missing the eggs from one box and it tasted like they were leftover from days past. Not fresh!!! They refused to give him his money back. Didn't taste good at all. Out 26 bucks. Inedible!!! read more

They messed up my order and then charged me for the mistake. Absolutely awful customer service. My friend also got food poisoning from here. Spend your time and money elsewhere. read more

A previous reviewer mentioned a bad experience at 'The South' restaurant in Englewood. I too had a similar experience and found El Tejado via Yelp search. What a GREAT find! I sat at the bar and was promptly greeted and provided chips and freshly made salsa. I ordered the Chicken Mole dinner and a margarita. The Mole sauce was nicely spiced and severed authentic style over two pieces of bone-in chicken (leg and thigh). The margarita was made to order as opposed to pre-made and dispended from a machine. If you like authentic Mexican dishes, great drinks and friendly services, then El Tejado is the place to go in Englewood! read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Food was wonderful, excellent service. My sister and I split the bill. Next morning we found that we had the amount for our bill taken out of our account ( fine) and we each had an extra $20.79 charge taken out as a separate charge as well. When I went to talk to the restaurant about it, they said they couldn't find it and it was my bank's fault, but since my sister banks at a different place than I do, I don't think so. My bank said it will take forever and they aren't sure the restaurant will refund it, my sister filed a dispute. So did I, but because it is a smaller bank, they were not encouraging. I am sad because this is the only restaurant I have found in Denver that has the kind of Mexican food I like. But the manager was not at all interested in helping me so I probably won't go back. read more

This is a cute little place on Broadway. Apparently my parents dined here YEARS ago while they were dating and now I see why! We were sat quickly and the dining room was nice and clean. Service was a little slow to begin with but it wasn't anything major. The bathrooms were TEENY TINY. I'm an average sized person, maybe shorter than average and I had a hard time navigating the bathroom when there were three women in there. I was washing my hands at the counter while my buttcheeks grazed the stall door. The house salsa... I have to say is absolutely amazing. I am a huge salsa fan, I've been making salsa forever and I could not stop eating their salsa. WHAT IS YOUR SECRET, EL TEJADO!? It's so good I even took some home. Probably some high quality drugs in there because I was in an unusually good mood after leaving your restaurant. I ordered the basic three beef tacos, they were good but I wish I ordered the burrito supreme. That had such delicious green chili and it was SO flavorful. Everything was tasty but that green chili was spectacularly spicy and flavorful. I wished I lived closer but I will definitely be coming back here again! Likely on a late night when I'm drunk downtown and can easily tell my uber driver where this place is. "It's... Broadway... Somewhere... Here look at my Yelp" read more

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We stopped in here for a late lunch last weekend - it's definitely a place to add to your list if you're in a hurry. Our food was on the table in maybe five minutes. I had the nachos, which were all right - nothing special (and I think they were called Nachos Special). A small pet peeve - my lunch companion ate much more quickly than I did, and when he was done his plate was immediately cleared and the bill was plunked down. I definitely felt rushed, which I don't love. But maybe you're supposed to eat in the same amount of time it takes to prepare the food? read more

Definitely some of the best food I've had. Service was really good and friendly. Recommend it to try. The Molcajete Tejada and Chicken Mole was very good. read more

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I've been eating here for 5 years my last two visits have been horrible! I'll never go back again they got my order wrong and it was replaced with same food , but this time it Was cold the waiter was hateful. As it was my fault the order was wrong the mana was even worse never again read more

Amazing food. Best around baby. No matter what you get, you can't miss. Food is just like I said amazing. Such a friendly staff as well

The queso came out cold so we kindly mentioned it to the waiter and asked for something else like guacamole. The waiter never came out with a replacement and when the check came out, our bill still showed the queso. We mentioned the error and the manager Marcos the Narc came out to tell us that they were not taking the queso off. The entire conversation with hotdog head (he's bald) was him blatantly being condescending and implying that we were trying to make out like bandits with the queso priced at $8.95. The food was mediocre, queso tasted like your grannies azz, go down the street to Adelitas and save yourself an argument with a grown a-- man over 8 dollars. The server and the individuals working the establishment were sweet and attentive. Marcos Mr.Subdivision-wide (he's bald) if you're reading this, learn how to communicate. You're single handily the reason, in addition to the disgusting queso for the terrible experience. As petty as this review sounds, we still tipped our waiter 20%. read more

Spicy salsa, great ambiance, typical Mexican fare off Broadway. The server was so sweet and very attentive. I customized my entree and it was amazing! The outcome wasn't how I imagined it, but that is an even better surprise in my book! Only downside is that they don't offer the "white cheese" dipping sauce (queso) which I feel like a lot of Americans are often too familiar with. I can do without, but I know many girlfriends who would be devastated to dine at a Mexican restaurant without queso & chips! read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - Custom order and El Tejado nailed it! Cheesy Chicken Breast with Sauteed Green Peppers and served with Rice & Beans! - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Easter Sunday. A rare opportunity to visit with or son Chris Harrison, his wife Brandy and our granddaughter Sienna...soon to be 12. Rare? They live 20 miles north, have busy work schedules and everything else evolves around Sienna's dance practice or performances. We were searching for a new place for our late lunch, then I recalled that Louisa AKA The Bride and I had picked up To-Go order at El Tejada a month or so earlier after a friend told me that his family had taken him there on his (90th) birthday. Obviously, he enjoyed it. I had told him that I'd be happy to be anywhere if I make to 90. I digress. The five of us really enjoy Mexican food and know that it can vary quite a lot from one restaurant to another, often depending on the part of Mexico a family had once called home. El Tejada did not disappoint. I recalled that my earlier take home was a Burrito, so I ordered Chicken Fajitas today. Louisa ordered a steak, as she had done previously, which she said was not quite 'medium rare'. She ordered a different cut of steak this time and was very pleased. I did not make note of what the others ordered, but each was happy. The others did not know of El Tejada but were glad that we chose it. The place was very busy, with a party of six going in ahead of us; that kind of day. Never the less, kudos to the service. Our server was attentive, most pleasant and even thanked a colleague for picking up the used chips bowls for her. That means something t me. We tip based on service and hers was over the top, so our tip reflected it. It's easy for me to recommend El Tejada and we won't wait all that long to return. ~Perry Coons read more

Recently moved to the neighborhood and this is now my go-to spot. On any given night the restaurant is filled, but there's never a wait. They have great street style tacos and their spicy green chile is amazing. I would also highly recommend the coronaritas! The staff is always friendly and provides good service. The only reason I wouldn't give five stars is that they tend to close early, even on the weekends. read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - One drink for two! - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Food is sooooo good! Never had a meal here i didn't like. Been coming here for 20+ years and it is always so yummy!! Fast and Fantastic Mexican food and the staff is always great too. read more

This WAS a great place to eat..... now 2 times we are dissatisfied with food quality and poor attitude from the normally friendlay staff. the owner needs to know that things are amiss. make it worth the trip! read more

I found a bug in between my tortillas when I ordered the pozole to go. Effing disgusting. I'll never eat there again.

FINALLY! I rarely give five stars, but for years I have ordered Chili Rellenos the first time I try a New Mexican restaurant in hopes I will find one that makes them as good as my mother did....I have been diligent in my decades long search (30 years) Every restaurant feels they need to smother their peppers in some combo of sauce and cheese. Not El Tejado!!! The Chili Relleno is lightly battered and an equally light fresh sauce garnishes the side and it was so good. (See attached photos) We'll be going back there again and again! read more

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This place is a hidden treasure. I came here years ago and I forgot about it. How? Out of sight out of mind read more

I have this weird Pavlovian response to Ranchero music... when I hear it, I instantly crave Mexican food. The Boy and I were driving around taking care of some morning to-dos when a car drove past blaring a traditional Mexican tune. The Boy asked if I wanted to go somewhere for breakfast, and I said, "Yeah, but now that I've heard Ranchero music, there's only one place I want to go." That place? El Tejado, about a 15 mile drive from our house. Shockingly, he agreed, so we beelined it over to our old haunt on South Broadway. This was a Sunday, so the place was hoppin'. Luckily, we seemed to have been spared the normal Mariachi band. I ordered my old usual - Chorizo Ranchero, which I've yet to find at any other Mexican restaurant in Denver. The Boy ordered his favorite - eggs divorciado. They were every bit as good as I remembered and we ate every bite. Turns out sometimes, you CAN go home again! read more

Do NOT eat here!!! They're extremely over-priced!!! I was charged $13 bucks for 3 tacos with Horrible salsa verde! Then I was charge $5 bucks for a side of beans rice!!! Not only that but this place rushes you to order! read more

This place is always on point. Fajitas, burritos, and enchiladas are all bomb. Never left disappointed. They're also still doing takeaway during this C-19 craziness including margaritas! read more

I had driven by this place so many times, but the outside really doesn't do this place justice. And I always wondered why the parking lot is almost always full anywhere close to a mealtime. So we gave it a try today. Please note the parking lot is VERY tight. There's a side parking lot and another lot behind the building. DO not park behind the building unless you want to get blocked in. There are parking spots and a telephone pole in the middle. Park in a couple oversized pickup trucks and you'll need a chainsaw to cut down the phone pole or dynamite to blow up the big ass trucks. Luckily I get a chance to remember the parking situation everyday as I look at my bumper that lost the battle with the pole. Inside is nothing special; just a typical Mexican restaurant decor. The staff was courteous and seated us right away. We were seated for less than one minute and chips & salsa arrived along with waters. Drink order in and delivered and we weren't there more than 5 minutes. The service was prompt yet not pushy as we didn't feel like they were trying to turn the tables. My wife grabbed a margarita and mentioned it was alright. This was a full size margarita that most places charge $7 - $10 or even more, all for $5. I ordered the carnitas tacos and they were delicious. It comes with salsa verde that was sweet with a little heat, pico de gallo that had little bits of jalapeño that was fresh and delicious, and some lettuce. The tacos come on either flour or corn tortillas and are topped with a little onion and cilantro. After my wife's food arrived she commented on how nice the refried beans so I ordered a side as well. Wow so good and a side is enough for two people. The beans are not the healthy no-fat type, know you're getting a good dose of lard with that dish. YUM. The wife had the special - steak fajitas. There was plenty of food for two people with that dish. The fajita meat was a little tough but had good flavor. The onions and green peppers had just enough char to impart flavor while maintaining the sweetness of each. Overall food was good. As far as value - we had food enough for 3 or 4 people and a margarita for $30. That's endless chips & salsa, a margarita, two entrees, and a side for $30! Great service, good food, okay atmosphere, and great value earn a solid 4 stars. Give this place a try if you want to fill up on solid Mexican food. read more

El Tejado Mexican Restaurants - Tacos carnitas with salsa verde. YUM! - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Not to sound like a hipster, but I've been going to this place since before you heard about it. Before the new stone upgrade which seems to kill the cell phone reception inside better than a faraday cage. Before the super saturated paintings with scenes from a mythic Mexico. Before the hot pink geckos were crawling on the walls. Before the bar had a Stella Artois tap and still had a dusty tile faux roof on it. Even before the marlin and parrots and Mexican masks adorned the walls. The decor has changed a lot over the years but the food remains the same. A great spot to stop for a full plate of Mexican standards, lots of combination plates, and thin chips and salsa to devour while you wait (usually only a few minutes) for your hot food. It's always a good sign when you're the only English speaking native in the place, or when there are usually a lot of Cops eating there too. It usually means that you've found the best kept secret in the neighborhood. Now when I go there, it seems like the secret is out. Still hasn't changed the food, though so grab those crispy chile rellanos and tamales and get the sauce hot. read more