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Lucero's

3.5 (38 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
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Moderate noise
Classy
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Steven W.

What a great spot that is in our neighbourhood that does good quality food! It's a proper Mexican restaurant that you wont be sorry you ate there. Great for breakfast which they serve all day (nothing worse than having a craving for a breakfast burrito and missing it by minutes) they do lots of options for breakfast choices and lunch options! The menu is extensive with chilli, nachos, tostada's, Tamales with burgers and even more. You can't miss the place as its on the corner of 37th and Fillmore with Broncos themed murals on the walls. They are open 06:30-16:00 Monday through Saturday and closed on Sunday's. You can also call ahead to order and pick up by giving them a call on 303 322 1662

Bella M.

This is THE BEST little spot in the east side besides the creamery to get your walking burrito and tamale fix! Love the family that runs the place they are so down to earth and hard working and hot damn they can make so delicious Mexican food! This place is a little hidden gem and we like it that way! No one needs to know that don't already know! Love the tamales and the bean and beef walking or smothered burritos! You have hot or the mild Chile to choose from and you can't go wrong with either one! PACKED WITH FLAVOR!!! They also have the best hot pickles in the city! Super good price for the quality of food that you're getting! Love Love Love this place!

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JaCarl E.

Have been coming here to eat since a kid, the food is still good just as I remember just my last visit I got a deluxe smothered burrito I ask for no onions and they must assumed no tomatoes or sour cream either but everything was freshly made except I think their meat maybe pre made to keep up with the demand but was very hot and good and the staff are always friendly

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S V.

I live in Florida however visited here every trip I make to Denver! This place is super cute outside and the food is amazing!! Smothered burritos here are my go to menu item!! Love love love this place!!!

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Service was great the woman was very kind and speedy! The food was great even thought we showed up close to closing time! Quiet environment!

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3 years ago

Great taco deal and they are always friendly! Green chili breakfast burritos are great. Thanks for years of service!

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6 years ago

Excellent tacos and taquitos ! Nothing fancy but sometimes it's the simple things done very well that taste the best !

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7 years ago

They food needs seasoning they are nice but unfortunately that does not replace seasoning

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Bland, small for the price, and generally lackluster. There's way better food in Denver

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Old time favorite in Denver. Authentic Mexucan food, family owned,Neigborhood staple.

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Alma Fonda Fina - Sweet potato

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Alma Fonda Fina - Bar seating where we could enjoy seeing the chefs working hard to make our dishes

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Lucero's - mexican - Updated October 2026

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