I saw this place on tik tok, yelp and instagram after researching where to eat for our 5 day trip (we're from Chicago) and KNEW we had to check it out. From the very start, the colorful decor and cozy atmosphere blew us away. We were seated and greeted by the world's kindest waitress, Bri. We started with the complimentary chips and salsa, which were great. The chips were warm and the salsa was tasty. We then moved onto the birria fries, which were divine. Perfectly seasoned, hot fries with incredibly fresh guac, pickled onions, peppers, and mouthwatering birria meat. My fiancé and I both ordered the lunch special. I ordered the Baja fish taco with chicken tinga taco and he ordered the chicken quesadilla with a carnitas taco. Both came with rice and beans. W O W. Every bite was better than the last and every single bite we had was GREAT. Everything was so flavorful, hot, fresh, made with delicious quality ingredients that truly left us speechless. After sharing all of this with Bri, she was so thankful, and sweet enough to bring us some wonderful sopaipilla with ice cream, which was also out of this world. Truly an amazing meal we will never forget and are already thinking about the next time we come back. Thank you, Bri, for an amazing experience! read more

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Alec was our server and out did himself! He made the experience of Lady Nomada the best of the night! I was so excited about the toasted coconut margarita I could've cried! The atmosphere is fun and chic that is inviting. They have swing chairs that I will be sitting in on my next visit. I like that the decor is so different than the other surrounding restaurants. Give Lady Nomada a try, the carne asada fries are killer! read more

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Food was excellent. Great chips and salsa. We got the guacamole as an app and I got the Nomadas best plate which came with a chicken enchilada, la baria taco and pork carnitas. All were fabulous and tasted great. Service was a bit slow. They only had 1 server and half the restaurant was closed. We ended up sitting at the bar. Bartender was apologetic for the wait. Great decor. Definitely recommend! read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

I'm excited I finally got to visit Lady Nomada for brunch! We came before the Barbie movie (if you couldn't tell by our hot pink, ha)- and it was the perfect girls lunch. (One very minor note- a friend had expected coffee and it's not on the menu- so if you need an espresso, there's a cute shop on the same block) Food was delicious! I got some tacos. Drinks were great- I love that they had mocktail options. Overall, fun vibe and super cute decor! read more

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Went for dinner last night with a few friends, this place was recommended by my family and it did not disappoint. It has a very cute chic Baja Cali vibe, lots of white and bright colors. There's two swinging chairs near the entrance that look great to sit and enjoy drinks, but I wouldn't want to eat in a swinging chair. Our waiter was very nice, explained the menu etc, good service. I got the two tacos with beans and rice - the carnitas taco and the shrimp taco. My friend got the same but with mushroom and shrimp. My other friend got the birria fajitas. All of our food was delicious. I did prefer the carnitas to the shrimp taco, but the shrimp was still good! The carnitas had a little bit of everything - the juicy meat, the cheese crumbles, the lime, a little kick in there. Overall delicious. We also got the grande Cali caliente margaritas and those did not disappoint . First off, it was huge! Felt like 3 drinks in 1. It was also delicious, nicely balanced and not too spicy. read more

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The food was just "okay" for the price. I can get better tacos for less money elsewhere. I did enjoy the beachy vibe however. read more

Faleta was our waitress and she was amazing. We had a group of 12 and she split the check and didn't miss any parts of our order. A+. 100%. No complaints. Loved her and loved the vibes here. Will be back. read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Faleta with our shots. - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

What a cute little bar in Old Towne Arvada. We stopped in just for drinks on New Year's Eve and were greeted by a very friendly bartender, happy to assist us with drink choices. She hooked us up with a couple of Painkillers (Flor de cana rum, pineapple, coconut, orange and lime) very tasty and a bowl of chips and salsa which was very tasty. I always judge a Mexican Restaurant for their chips and salsa... and they nailed it. Maybe next time we will come in for a full meal or Happy Hour that looks awesome. read more

I wouldn't recommend this restaurant for large parties. Service: My family and I came here to celebrate a birthday as some of us were visiting from out of town. Our waiter Taran made the experience the worst time for us as we caught him cursing and bad mouthing our table to his coworkers simply because we asked him to put a candle on our cake. It was very rude and unprofessional. The fact he said all of this on the floor and a family member heard him as he was going to the bathroom, not cool. Also, we asked for some forks after we brought our own plates and he said okay but never brought them out or acknowledged the table. I wish we got a different waiter or someone who cared about being kind to us. Ambiance: It's a very beautiful restaurant and the decor really stood out. Food: Food was okay, it wasn't anything special but the presentation was really nice! We did call the manager the next day and she said he was frustrated in the moment and apologized on his behalf. I still wouldn't be coming back or recommending this restaurant for large parties. Your experience may be different with a different server but if you get Taran, you should ask for a different person. read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Taco meal - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Starter: Street Corn Lunch: Carnitas tacos Drinks: Margaritas (house & elderflower) and a painkiller. Drinks: I started with the Elderflower Prickly Pear margarita, it was surprisingly refreshing, not as sweet as most pear drinks I've ordered. More elderflower and less pear for sure. B had the house margarita, he said it was okay but didn't finish it. It is a batched drink, so probably pretty standard. Painkiller was a yummy surprise, usually a go-to when traveling on cruise ships. The drink itself was in a fun glass and it was as creamy and delicious as expected. Starter: Street corn was delicious, large enough portion for 2, no complaints. Lunch: The carnitas street taco was super stuffed with pork, I only needed one after the corn. ItIt has a great mild flavor and was perfectly portioned. B ordered the tamales, it was a giant plate of food, with rice, beans but the red sauce had a serious smokey flavor that I think you'll either love or wish you had ordered differently. Quick friendly service. Lots of selfie spots. I'll definitely be back with the girls to take pictures and try the queso! read more

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Solid choice for a great lunch -- 2 tacos with rice and beans for $11. Cool vibe, love the open air seating, comfortable booths and excellent service. The margarita menu looks phenomenal -- well worth a return trip later on another day to sample a few of the offerings. Good selection of tequilas, full bar, friendly people, Lady Nomada does it right. read more

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Best salsas I have had in a Mexican restaurant! I wish the chips were not fried but the happy hour apps were delicious ands priced great! Cocktails were delicious and ambiance was soo bright and cool. There was a variety of seating options... bar, lounge, tables, and even swings. Bright and hip... great food and cocktails... service was very slow had to ask for for more water and order apps. read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Spinning records with cocktail - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

We left it much too long to visit Lady Nomada! (The name always reminds me of The Beatles' "Lady Madonna".) Jim was our server and he's absolutely the best! He gave us a tour of the menu and suggestions based on our dietary restrictions. I enjoyed my mushroom taco, my husband liked his cheese enchiladas, and our son loved his kid's taco with fries. The black beans were heavenly. The salsas were delicious, although the tortilla chips were shattered into small pieces, making it a little difficult to scoop up the deliciousness. I'd definitely come back here, but I'd love to see more gluten free and vegan options. (Perhaps sweet potato, cauliflower, or eggplant tacos?) I'd also like to see rice without chicken stock and refried beans without lard or ham. Thanks otherwise for a great experience, especially a big thanks to Jim! read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Mushroom taco and cheese enchiladas. - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Okay this is actually the last time I will come here. If you see my previous review, this place literally can't get it right, even once. It's such a shame because we live in the neighborhood and the food is great but the service is actually unforgivable. The straw that broke the camels back for us what today. We walked in and got sat. I walked to the restroom and saw a female employee bent over in the back with the back door propped open throwing up and coughing. I walk back to my table and the girl puking out back is my server(Hailey). She literally looks ill and was very out of it when she greeted us. She asked us for drinks and we politely declined. She then disappeared for 10 minutes and when she came back she asked us for drinks again?? She dropped off chips and salsa and had her two dirty looking bandaid fingers touching the chips. Our food took 35 minute for two tacos. Between the actual health and safety concern of seeing my server(Hailey) puking, her coughing all around the dining room, her gross bandaid fingers, and her crappy attitude.... I wish the worst for this establishment. Why they continue to allow this level of service is beyond me and I simply cannot give them my money. read more

Lady Nomada is a fun place to stop in for happy hour. They have a nice selection of beverages and bites. Our waitresses were great at checking in to be sure we had everything we needed. I went with their Grande House Margarita which is a deal at $8 on HH. You wouldn't think by drinking it, but it has quite a tequila kick. All of their salsas and sauces were amazing - especially their salsa roja, guajillo ranch, and red chile sauce. All this is enjoyed in the Baja beach themed seating areas making me feel like I was on a beach in Mexico. read more

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Faleta , our server, was wonderful! She made sure we had what we needed and that we were having a good time! 5 stars well deserved for outstanding service! read more

What self-respecting Mexican/Tex-Mex place does not provide chips and salsa when you sit down? Bummer. On the basic of one main course order I may not be being fair. Taco was satisfactory. Table mates had good-looking fajitas. Beans! Good . Scoop of clumpy white rice? Not. Service? Good. The margarita not my idea of what a margarita should taste like--a bit too much of something sweetish. Nice upscale atmosphere. read more

I heard the music and felt the energy a block away. Lady Nomada is electric. The interior colors are spirited and vibrant. It's clear the designer wanted a mid century look with bold pops of color and modernness. The interior colors are spirited and vibrant. I ordered the carne asada plate. I asked to swap my side of beans for vegetables. Unfortunately I was denied to I received a double dose of rice (good thing I'm not on keto diet). The mean was tasty, but noticeably tough and fatty. A really cool place off the main strip of Arvada read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Interior - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Got takeout (tempura fried fish tacos + rice and beans.) Packaged really well. The rice and beans were both above average. Fish was perfectly fried/crispy, but overall, it was not a great Baja-style fish taco. Overly spicy, with red chilis + the sauce (coming from a spice LOVER) so it overpowered all other flavors. Should be more delicate. Anyway! The drinks all sound great, interior aesthetic is quirky and fun, and some of the other vegetarian and pescatarian items look like good choices so if I come back, I'll try those. They have a lovely Happy Hour menu, too. This place is super close to my house and I've had a Baja fish taco craving for a while so I had to try it tonight. Sadly, the search in Denver is still on! read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Side of rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Another great find for my friend and I. Loved everything we got. Food was incredible and that dessert was great. This place was super cute and worth stopping by. Server was great and gave amazing recs. Stop by if you're ever hungry. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Lady Nomada is a hit! Alex, our server, was excellent with our large group and the restaurant boasts loads of ambiance with lively decor and hip music. The food is delicious too. Tacos can be purchased individually and I really liked the ceviche. You can make a reservation online (even for groups) and the place has multiple ways to accommodate people: the bar, tables and high chairs for families with kids, and swingers in their swing chairs. ;-) read more

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I love finding new, awesome, unique places to eat. When that place serves tacos, even better. My wife and I shared a few dishes, the carne asada fries and the potato taquitos. I love fries, so this dish was right up my alley. The potatoes are freshly made, and a lot are in the shape of a small cup or spoon. Not sure how to describe. But really different. Lots of tender carne, guacamole, pickled onions, etc. It's definitely a huge portion. I feel like something was missing, though, flavor-wise. Maybe the potatoes needed salt, and maybe some salsa/spicy ketchup. It needed some oomph. The whipped potato taquitos with asadero cheese? Heavenly and a flavor bomb! Highly recommend this appetizer. Just get your own plate and save having to share. I had ONE Birria taco; my wife had one fish taco. I emphasize ONE, because never in my life have I paid FIVE DOLLARS and FIFTY cents for a taco. It was Birria, so I thought it would be worth it, but TBH, my Birria is just as good. My wife loved her taco, also $5.50. The thing that I found really misleading, and the reason I gave 3 stars, was the price for tacos on the menu. At the top, you see: one taco $4. Yet as you work your way down the list of tacos, there are 3 out of the 9 choices that are $4. The rest add on $1.50 or $2.50. There is no reason on this planet to charge that much for ONE taco. Finished the meal with sopaipillas and ice cream. Pretty darn tasty. The staff was super friendly, the atmosphere is great! I'll definitely go back for the taquitos, and I'm intrigued by the Chile relleno, but not for a $5.50 taco. read more

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I've been here multiple times, twice in the last month. Always blown away by the food and service! Dishes are really inspired and original. My current favorite is the Chicken Tinga bowl..... fantastic dish with guacamole , crema, pickled onion, spicy beans, cotija. Would like more variety for dessert.... just a Mexican chocolate ice cream or cherry would be great. I love the atmosphere.... and worth making a reservation if you have a chance. read more

I was SOOOOO happy to find this place so close to my house. New from LA and I've been missing good Mexican food. Food is GREAT and the margaritas are even better! Very cute date night spot. Lovely decor all inside. Service was fast and friendly. read more

Delightful gals group dinner, shared delightful plates & cocktails! Everything was delicious, service delightful & attentive.

I've been curious to try Lady Nomada after hearing many good things about it. Teocalli has been my go-to for a sit down Mexican spot, but my husband and I decided to take his parents here today to try it out. The Good: - very cute interior! Can't argue with this - Pozole was tasty with a generous amount of pork - carne asada fries are good. Nice char on the steak and love that the fries are boat shaped so it's easy to scoop up the toppings The Okay: - the birria tacos were not bad and overall enjoyable though not quite authentic - fajitas had nice roasted bell peppers and meat was decent The bad: - chips salsa and guacamole - How could such basic things at a Mexican restaurant be bad, you ask? The guac and salsa were very bland both in flavor and texture. Chips were so thin that they kept breaking under the weight of a small amount of salsa each time it was being scooped - fajita accompaniments aside from the bell peppers were also very bland - service - it started out okay but we felt quite neglected the second half. Water refills did not happen until we kept trying to flag down the server. It took a while for us to get a to go box and then took a while again for us to be able to flag down the server to ask for the check. It's important to note that more than half the restaurant was empty. Summary: overall I was disappointed but there were still some highlights. I will stick with Teocalli as my go-to. read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Pozole - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Excellent service, friendly staff, skilled mixologists, very cool decor and warm vibe. Not to mention the excellent queso, guacamole, and fried avocado tacos!!! Yum yum yum!!! read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

Carne asada fries were pretty delicious, this mashed potato in a deep fried corn tortilla was horrible. No flavor, just had guacamole and mole sauce on the side. Very strange sauce to put on side. Drinks were delightful. Would definitely return for drinks not food. Service was not great . Our server came to take the order and bring drinks. Felt pretty invisible, which is annoying when you would like another round or more water. Interiors is very cool and trendy. Love the decor . read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Painkiller and elderflower margarita - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Good ambiance, good food. Service was good and reasonable price. I would recommend you try it.

Have to write this since someone wrote "great vegetarian options" which is so misleading. The veggie fajitas are literally just peppers and onions. What?! That shouldn't even be on the menu. Put a veggie in there. She told me my best option was a salad. Complete waste of time coming here. I was starving and have to pretend to eat corn here and go to another restaurant. Another disappointing Colorado "vegetarian" experience. You can't even eat the chips - they are cross contaminated with meat. read more

Step foot inside Lady Nomada and your memory will be wiped clean of its Arvada stomping grounds. The gorgeous build out was meticulously planned and it shows. Little decorative touches around the restaurant transport you to a California beachside taqueria. Lady Nomada's strongest asset are its coastal vibes! With that said, food and drink are on point, too. A chef-driven menu with large plates, appetizers, tacos and more. It's focused and concise rather than overwhelming like many traditional Mexican restaurants. Lady Nomada fuses delightfully between the two, hitting the nail on the head when it comes to Baja-style cuisine. The absolute standout dish in my opinion is the Carne Asada Fries. Geared more toward sharing, however if you're smart you'll keep these all to yourself. It's loaded with skirt steak, guacamole, crema, onion, and cilantro, all atop a bed of perfectly cooked potatoes. The potatoes are fantastic on their own, adding all the additional components takes this to an interstellar experience. It's addicting! I've sampled some other dishes previously and I don't think you'll find anything that will let you down. Fajitas are great if you're feeling like dinner and a show, the ceviche is beautifully presented and the queso is BANGING. I'd say drinks are good, not great. However for a trendy spot like Lady Nomada, they are priced appropriately and prepared quickly. I'm a Paloma-junkie, and though it hits the spot, I wish the toned down the agave flavor. Just too sweet for me, but again, that's a personal preference! BONUS shout out to the staff working on Valentine's Day. After an abysmal experience nearby where we had reservations, we stumbled into Lady Nomada hoping for a Hail Mary. The hostess was dealing with an intrusive customer and handled the situation like a total pro. She encouraged us to snag the last two seats at the bar and the bartenders were working fast and efficiently. PRO TIP* yes, you can order from the dinner menu at the bar! For a night on the town, Lady Nomada should be added to your rotation. read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Carne Asada Fries - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Held a gathering of 14 people at Lady Nomada. Everything about the dining experience was superb! Everyone was served at the same time. The waitress waiting on us was fantastic-full of suggestions and had a great personality. Everyone raved about the food, service and atmosphere. Definitely dine at Lady Nomada!!! read more

Came here for lunch with friends. One friend had already been before so, she knew exactly what to order. We shared the fries and the street corn, both I highly recommend and could probably have eaten both as a meal. I got the Baja fish taco which was unexpectedly way too spicy. Thank goodness it came with rice and beans which were good because that helped to give my tongue a break from the taco. Overall, the atmosphere is cool with a Miami/California retro vibe. The stead was friendly, we were seated right away. I will be back to try other items! read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

Another Olde Town Arvada gem. The Good -- Margs by the pitcher were quite good. -- We did mostly small dishes / apps, and everything was very tasty. -- Decor was fun and bright. -- Service was sharp and helpful. -- They accommodated our party of 8 with little trouble. -- Prices were very reasonable. The Bad -- Very noisy. Net-Net -- We'll definitely be back. read more

I love this spot in Olde Town where it feels like you've entered a trendy mexican high end restaurant right in Arvada. The chips and salsa are delicious, but don't fill up on them because the tacos are super yummy. The shrimp taco and the fried avocado tacos are highlights for me. Highly recommend going with a group of girlfriends for cocktails as well! I love the Paloma. I've been 4 times and always had a great experience. read more

Met up with friends for a happy hour, omg I haven't seen you in forever cocktail hour. One of my favorite things about Lady Nomada is the decor, the bright, festival interior and fabulous space inside. It's massive and has several cozy seating options. We did drinks, chips and salsa at first and then caved and ordered. I had fish tacos ($13) and later ordered the carne asada plate ($25) to go. Food was good but overpriced for portion sizes. Not sure we'd return for food. See the pics. You'll see what I mean. My Paloma and house Marg were fabulous. Our service was also on point: attentive and friendly. Overall take away: totally a HH place for us. My entree food bill: 3 fish tacos + carne asada plate = $38 bucks. Overpriced for portion sizes. Ugh. Lesson learned. I do love the decor and space though. read more

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Hi! Latina here that happens to be from Baja...I came in with HIGH hopes and I'd say they were mostly met. It's definitely a hipster spot and I was a bit disappointed to see most of the art were blonde/white women so, more Cali vibes than Baja Cali vibes. Alright, let me get off my cultural appropriation (appreciation?) high horse! First, the drinks! The prickly pear marg was so good! The queso app was definitely a mix between Tex-mex and Colo-Mex...white cheese with green hatch green chilies. The fish tacos though...OOF. That was the nail in the coffin. My family lives and breathes fish tacos. The flavor was there but the single tortilla? Immediately no, immediately no. That thing fell apart 2 bites in. A bit shameful but honestly, the flavors were good. Would I come back? Maybe. Would I level set my expectations? Yes. read more

Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

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Do you want to eat delicious tacos in a super cute location? Look no further than Lady Nomada! You can come for the atmosphere, come for the food, or enjoy both! Everything here was so cute down to the gold silverware and beautiful glassware for the cocktails. This spot has photo opportunities everywhere. Don't miss the cool neon mural by the bathroom and the digital photo booth. We ordered small plates and tacos to share. The taco orders come with 2, so you can easily split your order if you'd like. Everything tasted fresh and delicious, including the shrimp tacos and calamari salad. They do offer vegan and gluten free options (salads and corn tortillas). Staff wore masks and social distanced. We came during a rainy, cold evening so outdoor dining was not open. However, they do have tables outside and a small patio area for guest to dine outside on nice evenings. I can't wait to take my friends here when they're in town! read more

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Ooof this place has made a couple changes. They offer individual tacos now, which is cool - except they're now half the size of before! Drinks still don't hold up to the prices in my opinion. If I'm ordering a $15 cocktail it better be above average. Best bet is happy hour - cheap margs and snackys. Not my favorite place in Olde Town, but it is a vibe. Service has stayed consistently great. Tried the mushroom taco for the first time - as recommended by the bartender and it was pretty fantastic - not something I usually would have considered! read more

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Usually love this place, but have had two strange expierences as of late. Yesterday we were in for a Bithday dinner with a large group, and we went through our entire dinner without being told by our waitress that all day Sunday is happy hour until on our way out when we were speaking to some friends who brought it up. We were charged full price for everything even with it being happy hour. That is bad business, not sure how or why that happened. Food was pretty good, but had to send my fish taco back because there was literally a one inch piece of fish on a tortilla covered in lettuce. I have eaten here enough times to know a decent portion of fish is supposed to be on each. Bummer. read more