Tacos Acapulco

After reading all the great reviews, I was underwhelmed when I tried it. We got Asada (steak), Al Pastor (pork), and Chicharron (pork skin) Pupusa. They had good flavors but were greasy yet not crispy. I really enjoyed the slaw tho, crunch, salty and tangy. The salsa was alright, not too spicy. $4 per and 2 will definitely fill you up. But honestly, the pupusas were just alright and the best dish I got was the fried plantains. They were soft, melting in your mouth and sweet. They were served with mashed beans (kinda different from refried beans, less flavors but very good) and some cream (i guess it was sour cream but the color was pink-ish so not so sure). $9.50 for the sizable portion which is best for share. The food was served in plastics since there isn't any indoor seatings. There are around 6 tables outside and most of the orders are takeouts. Quick service.

This place is known for their pupusas but they're meh. Al pastor and asada fillings are ok, but chicharron filling is weird. It's not what I expect it to taste like. It tastes more like finely shredded pork with heavy seasonings. All pupusas are very greasy, you can see the oil dripping on the parchment line paper. Each pupusa order comes with coleslaw which is very refreshing and delicious. It adds a nice crunch and cut through the richness of the pupusas. Fried plantain is also delicious. It's a bit odd that it was served with sour cream and refried beans, but whatever. This small restaurant is mainly for to-go orders. No seating area indoor. There's a seating area outdoor with limited tables and chairs, covered by umbrellas. Overall it was not very good - all because of the oily pupusas which makes it so heavy to digest.

Kimber H.

Months I've been driving past this place and finally had some time to go in. It's a teeny tiny place. I mean 3-4 people max. This is a 1st for me where you order, they give a number, and you wait in the car for delivery. There's outside dining area, but nothing inside. The carne asada tacos were delicious. We also had the chicken torta for the kids and that left untouched.

Rostam Z.

This place is awesome! Little shack on the side of Colfax with a tight parking lot. No indoor seating but there is a outdoor side patio. Very smart of them and you'll understand why in the next couple of sentences. The food here is banging! I ordered the Pupusas De Asada and Al Pastor Burrito and although I was farting my way through each bite, I was loving it. Pupusas so fluffy and crispy and the burrito was loaded. The Al Pastor was so delicious I'll probably get double next time with less rice and beans. I'm still farting as I type this, but wow, this place is a must go.

One of each. Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Chorizó with all the trimmings.

Sergio M.

Spectacular. Magnifique. Simple, wholesome tacos in this hole in the wall establishment that serves authentic quality tacos with all of the trimmings. Al Pastor is their specialty, closely followed by juicy carne asada and spicy chorizo. The tortillas must be hand made or made that day - so warm and fresh. At $3 a taco you get quality and a decent portion. Looking forward to another excuse to be in the neighbor hood to stop by and have a little slice of Al Pastor-ness Goodness #YUM

Stephen C.

This place is luckily nearby. They prepare everything fresh right in front of you. The meat is superior...all of it. The veggies are prepared fresh for every order. All of their sauces & salsas are unique and delicious ...but can vary in heat day to day depending of course on the fresh peppers involved. Tacos, burritos , and papusas are the main items. If you've never tried a papusa they say this is the spot. I like the cheese one myself. I also recommend the smothered burrito...their meat is better than the most expensive Mexican restaurants I have tried. I really can't give any other suggestions other than go in your first time to see just how clean & fresh the food is.

Alice Z.

Food is insanely good! I enjoyed the cheese papusa, and Al pastor and shrimp tacos. You can tell this place is amazing because it's filled with locals. Only downside for me was that the salsa was too spicy (I can only tolerate mild salsa) but it was still really good without any sauce. No indoor seating so we ended up eating in our car (we don't live nearby and didn't want the food to be cold)

Connie H.

Was told that the al pastor tacos here were the best - but I come from San Diego, so that is a big claim. Decided to try them out and ehh.. not as great as SD, but for Denver I think they were decent. The pineapple was a good touch. Also tried the pupusas and they were yummy. A little over priced in my opinion.

Hannah C.

Look no further for your plátanos maduros cravings. An order here comes with 2 thoroughly ripened plátanos fried with lots of crispy caramelization. Pupusas are very yummy--give loroco, a green edible flower, a try as it pairs great with the melty cheese. Wash it all down with some horchata.

Carly W.

Seeking to satisfy my taco craving I made my way to the 'Fax and Tacos Acapulco for some street taco goodness! ++ Prices are on point! ++ Both the tacos and the pupusas are phenominal! I noshed on the tacos de camaron and an al pastor pupusa! Sooo tasty! ++ Service is pretty darn quick; making it a great lunch spot! ++ While the space is small and a little divey looking on the outside; inside it's very modern and clean! Tacos Acapulco was def what my taco obsessing self ordered! I know I will be back!! #tacosarelife

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Blu M.

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The tacos here were pretty good and made fresh to order which I always appreciate. I got the Al pastor, steak and chorizo. All of them were flavorful and delicious, I think for me the tortilla tasted a bit off and not the kind I'm use to. I also got their ceviche and it was kind of dry and not very flavorful, so I think I will not get that if I come here the next time. I'm gonna probably stick with my taco spot since it's cheaper than here and tastes better. read more

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Teri E.

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I have seldom been disappointed by a tiny taqueria- this was no exception! We had asada and pastor tacos, both were excellent, served FULL with cucumbers and radishes. The storefront is small but they give you a pager so you can wait in your vehicle if you want. It was very quick. We also had horchata which was huge, well spiced, and sweet. read more

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Jamie V.

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been here twice now and blown away both times. i love the tacos and my family loved the pupusas. very authentic and excellent for the price

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After reading all the great reviews, I was underwhelmed when I tried it. We got Asada (steak), Al Pastor (pork), and Chicharron (pork skin) Pupusa. They had good flavors but were greasy yet not crispy. I really enjoyed the slaw tho, crunch, salty and tangy. The salsa was alright, not too spicy. $4 per and 2 will definitely fill you up. But honestly, the pupusas were just alright and the best dish I got was the fried plantains. They were soft, melting in your mouth and sweet. They were served with mashed beans (kinda different from refried beans, less flavors but very good) and some cream (i guess it was sour cream but the color was pink-ish so not so sure). $9.50 for the sizable portion which is best for share. The food was served in plastics since there isn't any indoor seatings. There are around 6 tables outside and most of the orders are takeouts. Quick service. read more

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This place is known for their pupusas but they're meh. Al pastor and asada fillings are ok, but chicharron filling is weird. It's not what I expect it to taste like. It tastes more like finely shredded pork with heavy seasonings. All pupusas are very greasy, you can see the oil dripping on the parchment line paper. Each pupusa order comes with coleslaw which is very refreshing and delicious. It adds a nice crunch and cut through the richness of the pupusas. Fried plantain is also delicious. It's a bit odd that it was served with sour cream and refried beans, but whatever. This small restaurant is mainly for to-go orders. No seating area indoor. There's a seating area outdoor with limited tables and chairs, covered by umbrellas. Overall it was not very good - all because of the oily pupusas which makes it so heavy to digest. read more

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Kimber H.

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Months I've been driving past this place and finally had some time to go in. It's a teeny tiny place. I mean 3-4 people max. This is a 1st for me where you order, they give a number, and you wait in the car for delivery. There's outside dining area, but nothing inside. The carne asada tacos were delicious. We also had the chicken torta for the kids and that left untouched. read more

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Rostam Z.

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This place is awesome! Little shack on the side of Colfax with a tight parking lot. No indoor seating but there is a outdoor side patio. Very smart of them and you'll understand why in the next couple of sentences. The food here is banging! I ordered the Pupusas De Asada and Al Pastor Burrito and although I was farting my way through each bite, I was loving it. Pupusas so fluffy and crispy and the burrito was loaded. The Al Pastor was so delicious I'll probably get double next time with less rice and beans. I'm still farting as I type this, but wow, this place is a must go. read more

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Mya B.

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Best tacos en Denver we never skip this place before heading back home to the springs it might take a second because they make everything fresh read more

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Sergio M.

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Spectacular. Magnifique. Simple, wholesome tacos in this hole in the wall establishment that serves authentic quality tacos with all of the trimmings. Al Pastor is their specialty, closely followed by juicy carne asada and spicy chorizo. The tortillas must be hand made or made that day - so warm and fresh. At $3 a taco you get quality and a decent portion. Looking forward to another excuse to be in the neighbor hood to stop by and have a little slice of Al Pastor-ness Goodness #YUM read more

Tacos Acapulco - One of each. Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Chorizó with all the trimmings. - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Ed D.

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Go there for the tasty tacos and burritos and don't expect much from the decor or surrounding area. It is in a shady area on Colfax...when I went there and ate outside on their patio, there was a woman yelling profanity at another woman crossing the street. Anyways the tacos and burritos were very tasty for a decent price. If I come back, I'll probably just order to go and eat at home. read more

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Stephen C.

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This place is luckily nearby. They prepare everything fresh right in front of you. The meat is superior...all of it. The veggies are prepared fresh for every order. All of their sauces & salsas are unique and delicious ...but can vary in heat day to day depending of course on the fresh peppers involved. Tacos, burritos , and papusas are the main items. If you've never tried a papusa they say this is the spot. I like the cheese one myself. I also recommend the smothered burrito...their meat is better than the most expensive Mexican restaurants I have tried. I really can't give any other suggestions other than go in your first time to see just how clean & fresh the food is. read more

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Alice Z.

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Food is insanely good! I enjoyed the cheese papusa, and Al pastor and shrimp tacos. You can tell this place is amazing because it's filled with locals. Only downside for me was that the salsa was too spicy (I can only tolerate mild salsa) but it was still really good without any sauce. No indoor seating so we ended up eating in our car (we don't live nearby and didn't want the food to be cold) read more

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Dj L.

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I love the food pager system. I had the chorizo pupusa and my bf had the chorizo burrito. The chorizo was packed with flavor. We have wanted to try yall for several years and saw the Westward reviews and finally decided tonight was the night, we were not disappointed. read more

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Kyle Z.

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Place was clean, and the tacos were decent. Nothing worth writing home about, but certainly not bad at all. Had the chorizo, al pastor, asada and pollo. I usually prefer Al pastor, but the chorizo was really nice and the revuelta con todos pupusa. As a concept I'm a huge fan and they gave some slaw and fermented veggies they were tasty. It was Ok. No super rush to go back, but I may have built it up too much in my mind driving by it all the time and seeing the super high reviews. If I go back I'll update my review. Little strange in that you order and then sit in your car awaiting them bringing out your order unless you sit on their patio. I felt fine (I'm also a decent sized dude) but could see how someone may feel a bit nervous just sitting in your car with some of the sketchy people around east Colfax. read more

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Robert W.

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Awesome food. Could not think of a better late night place to get street tacos and probably the best pupusas I have had in Denver. Staff made everything on the spot. read more

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Connie H.

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Was told that the al pastor tacos here were the best - but I come from San Diego, so that is a big claim. Decided to try them out and ehh.. not as great as SD, but for Denver I think they were decent. The pineapple was a good touch. Also tried the pupusas and they were yummy. A little over priced in my opinion. read more

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Hunter L.

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Really great pupusas. Chicken is my favorite. I also like the tacos. Served simply. Call ahead and pick up.

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Diana

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I really wanted to love this place but unfortunately the food was underwhelming. I ordered an Asada burrito, seven Asada tacos, and one Loroco Pupusa for my family and I. I had the Asada burrito. It was wrapped in an uncooked flour tortilla and turned soggy almost immediately during my ten minute commute home. The meat does not taste like Asada. I believe they just cooked it over the stove with regular cooking oil. The burrito also had a bunch of rice and only a sliver of meat. Sorry for leaving a bad review! I hope this is an opportunity for the business to improve more than anything else. read more

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Dan L.

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I've been here several times with friends because I can't get enough of the pupusas , They are absolutely delicious! It is a small little restaurant, but it really packs a punch in flavor. I highly recommend this place if you enjoy tacos, pupusas, and a great experience!!! Dan & Lexi read more

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Hannah C.

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Look no further for your plátanos maduros cravings. An order here comes with 2 thoroughly ripened plátanos fried with lots of crispy caramelization. Pupusas are very yummy--give loroco, a green edible flower, a try as it pairs great with the melty cheese. Wash it all down with some horchata. read more

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Carly W.

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Seeking to satisfy my taco craving I made my way to the 'Fax and Tacos Acapulco for some street taco goodness! ++ Prices are on point! ++ Both the tacos and the pupusas are phenominal! I noshed on the tacos de camaron and an al pastor pupusa! Sooo tasty! ++ Service is pretty darn quick; making it a great lunch spot! ++ While the space is small and a little divey looking on the outside; inside it's very modern and clean! Tacos Acapulco was def what my taco obsessing self ordered! I know I will be back!! #tacosarelife read more

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Vanessa C.

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One of my new favorite spots for street tacos or pupusas! I've been twice so far; once during early quarantine and once about a month ago. I randomly get cravings for their fried plantains... even when they're not fully ripe. Fortunately, the employees are honest if their vegetables and fruits aren't ripe yet. Thank you for your candor. I also appreciate their social distancing protocols. You are able to wait in your cars with a number for your dash and they'll bring your order straight to you. In addition, dining is available on their outdoor benches. read more

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Chris B.

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Let me start of by saying I love Mexican food. Eat it a lot. However.... I don't hand out 5 Stars for any old burrito. This place earned it hands down. The menu is simple tacos, burritos, home made papusas all looked and smelled appetizing I went for my go to, a carnitas burritos. It comes with rice, beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and salsa. Personally i don't think "salad items" don't belong in a burrito so I excluded the lettuce and tomatoes. It was awesome. Awesome Awesome Friendly service and great prices. Even had the medio-litro Mexican coke. Nothing could compliment the burrito better with the exception of a good tequila... which obviously they don't have. Go there you'll thank me later read more

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Joe Y.

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This place is not your typical taco al pastor shop. Pupusa is a traditional Salvadoran dish made of corn tortilla stuffed with filings inside. They consistently serve tacos, burritos, and horchata. But you came here to eat 'Pupusas Revuelta Con Todo' get it and you will go home happy! read more

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Val A.

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Best street tacos in Denver. Awesome spot for takeout - fresh, super authentic and reasonable...and a friendly staff!

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Becca P.

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It's so good. Their papusas are amazing! I always get rajas con queso. All of them are delicious though.

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Nikko L.

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Super good. Highly recommended. Handmade papusas and amazing al pastor. If you have the chance, go here.

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Grecia P.

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Being Salvadoran, I'm always in search for good pupusas. This place is definitely the best place for them in Denver! The place is small and there is no indoor dining (only picnic tables outside). We prefer to call ahead of time and pick up our food since parking is also pretty limited. The ladies that make the food make it pretty quickly and it's always hot and fresh off the stove! My favorite pupusas are the cheese ones and I also like the chicken & cheese ones + Price is on point ($2.25 for a pupusa is pretty standard) + Taste is delicious (they don't break apart easily which can happen if they aren't cooked long enough) + Curtido (the cole slaw) and the salsas are tasty, too (don't be afraid to try them!). read more

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Frank B.

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Traditional , delicious and worth trying if you're in the area. Always looking for good food from different cultures . read more

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Pancho V.

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What happen to this place? If you want to get Sick go here! They gave me tacos al pastor and the meat was old and smelled weird! (FISHY) I ate the tacos because i was on my work lunch time and did not have time to return the food and go somewhere else. Later at night i had a very bad stomach ache and diarrea all night. read more

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Abe M.

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Good tacos; among the best I've had in the Denver metro. Tacos is simple. Meat, onion cilantro on corn tortillas. Salsa, cabbage slaw, radishes and cucumbers on the side. I ordered a mix of carne asada and pork carnitas tacos. Pork was well braised, tender and moist. Don't expect to dine in at this place. You order inside but there is no indoor seating. The outside patio has about five picnic tables. I like that they have an outdoor sink so you can wash your hands before handling tacos . The only item I didn't enjoy was the red salsa, a bit runny...but that just a personal preference. Green salsa was okay . read more

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Riza H. C.

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East Colfax Taco Tour UYE! Sunday October 30th 2011 3RD STOP, The FINAL STOP of East Colfax Taco Tour UYE : Tacos Acapulco. Tiny Tiny establishment. You order at the counter, and make sure you get a "ticket" and remember your order. There are like 3 or 4 stools if you dedcide and can have your tacos eating in. You also can seat outside or either have your order to go coz that was my observation at other patrons that afternoon ordering from this Taco Stand. Since I was stuffed from the other eateries, I decide to order just one. I cant recall what I order. Was it tripa or was it lengua? All in all 3 stars for this Taco Stand, and I dont mind returning with Hubs and see how or if my review might differ. read more

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Heather T.

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There is nothing like a steaming hot cheesy papusa. I hadn't planned on eating here today but when a screw in my tire brought me to this side of town, Papusas became a reality for me! This is a tiny store with a big following. The sounds of Papusas being slapped together, with a sizzling grill and delicious smells wafting throughout create a mouth watering experience. I waited a while for my two raja Papusas with beans and rice. When I got them they were cheesy crispy happy on a plate. The cabbage slaw was tangy and perfect with the tomato sauce and papusa. The beans and rice were also perfect and my absolute favorite kind of rice. This is an out of the way place for me but I would definitely come back. read more

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Caleb K.

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These are the best Pupusas I've ever had in my life and the staff is extremely polite and fast. read more

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Edgar H.

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La comida está muy rica Solo el personal que te atiende por telefono No tiene tacto para hablar o dirigirse con los clientes a mi hasta me apresuraron para terminar de ordenar sin si quiera estar yo haber terminado de ordenar Después volví a marcar y me colgaron read more

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Edith V.

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Food is delicious but customer service is terrible. Theres only one Lady taking orders and rushing to order, very rude nd hangs up if you don't hurry! read more

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Shari B.

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This is my go to for Pupusas and shrimp tacos. I've been coming back for 15 years, enough said.

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Rick C.

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Had asada, Al pastor and carnitas. They were good for Colorado. Similar to those I get in Baja. As a taco critic I have spent a lot of time across the boarder in Baja. read more

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Jelena L.

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So legit! I love the fact that they are open until 10pm during these crazy times!! Their food is outstanding. Pupusas are phenomenal, and tacos are super good! I have been coming here for some time, so a review is well overdue. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Angela B.

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Love love love those pupusas revueltas or loroco con queso mmm delicioso! Must preorder otherwise you'll have to wait.

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8890 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80220
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(303) 322-1354
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Hours

What time does Tacos Acapulco open?

Tacos Acapulco opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Tacos Acapulco close?

Tacos Acapulco closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Tacos Acapulco take credit cards?

Yes, Tacos Acapulco takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Tacos Acapulco have catering options?

No, Tacos Acapulco does not have catering options.

Does Tacos Acapulco serve alcohol?

No, Tacos Acapulco does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Tacos Acapulco allow dogs?

No, Tacos Acapulco does not allow dogs.

Does Tacos Acapulco have TVs?

Yes, Tacos Acapulco has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Tacos Acapulco have bike parking?

Yes, Tacos Acapulco has bike parking.

Does Tacos Acapulco have outdoor seating?

Yes, Tacos Acapulco has outdoor seating options.

Does Tacos Acapulco have parking?

Yes, Tacos Acapulco has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Tacos Acapulco have free WiFi?

No, Tacos Acapulco does not have free WiFi.

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This place is the definition of hole in the wall BUT for all the right reasons. Small, authentic…read moreand amazing pupusas. Pupusas are thick, stuffed corn masa filled with things like cheese, beans, pork, fish and grilled. We started with the curtido, which is the traditional Salvadoran pickled cabbage slaw. Tangy, crunchy relish made from finely shredded cabbage, carrots, pickled in vinegar. Our party of two decided to share the mixto. This hit the right spot because it had everything from savory to sweet and more. Two pupusas, fried yuca, banana leaf tamale, sweet corn tamale, fried plantain, plantain empanada, savory empanada, sour cream and cheese. For those looking for a little spice in their lives, you can pick your poison. Watch for this salsas, you've been warned. Stop in and experience the taste of El Salvador!

This was an absolute amazing find during my trip to Colorado. These are legit, homemade pupusas and…read moreman was I happier than a bug in a rug Located in a packed small plaza, Pupusas Lover delivers on flavor and authenticity! The place is small but definitely cozy and inviting. The staff are kind and treat you like family. The food was absolutely amazing and some of the best I've had in a long time. The pupusa was perfectly balanced, it wasn't under or over stuffed. The tamal was perfectly sweet and was balanced out by the saltiness of the crema it was served with. The maracuya tastes just like back in Miami. Next time I'm in Colorado I'm making it my mission to stop by here again.

Vegan pupusa with a side of fried plantains

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Pupuseria San Salvador

Delicious and authentic. The service was great and the food came out fast! Not big enough for a…read morelarge group but get an order to go!

Wow, such nice people work here! Honestly, I would just go back for that. I had the Horchata and…read moreit was very good -huge. I was in with my mom and she tried the Carnitas burrito. It was overall good with the Carnitas were a little rough. I really liked the spicy green chili. I had one of the breakfast plates and it was definitely. It was good. it reminded me of being in Central America so it was kinda like a little vacation while still here in Colorado and then I took pupusa to go. The pups are definitely on the star of the show. I'm glad that I took those home

Pupusas (one flower and one pork) with sauce and cabbage.

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Mile High Pupusas

4.7

(64 reviews)

7.5 mi

My guy and I just ordered Mike High Papusa for a special 4th of July treat, and it is sooooo…read moregood!!! The cabbage and red sauce that is served with the Papusas is so fresh and flavorful, and the perfect sauce! As a vegetarian, I ordered the bean and cheese and cheese with zucchini, and my guy got the chorizo Papusa. He also enjoyed the el pastor burrito. It's all really delicious and came delivered piping hot. We also got the Salvadoran cake and it's like a decadent super soft, sweet cornbread cake that is a lot thinner than corn cornbread. Anyway, you should order it right now. It is so good! Or go there and get it. I plan on dining on soon, so I can meet the owners because I want to tell them how amazing their cuisine is! New craving for sure!!

Good papusas. I got a chicken and an Al Pastor and it was good. Nothing that blew my mind away but…read morethey have a large menu so maybe I haven't found that hidden gem in their menu. Mile High Papusas is part of a food court so it lacks in the ambiance aspect as it is a tiny room you enter into where you order off a tablet screen. This place would be great when you need something quick for work but it's not a sit down restaurant. I will say the service was fine as I got my order within 15 minutes as it was pretty busy that day.

Inside hawaiana pupusa

Clean establishment!!!

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El Chalate

El Chalate is my favorite place in Colorado to grab pupusas because they are delicious and at the…read moreright price. I Always grab 2 combination pupusas for $2 each and I am at the perfect level of full. They are extremely delicious and I love the cabbage and sauce that goes on top. The service is always great and the people are nice. I've been coming here for almost 10 years and I don't see that changing.

This place is still the best you can get out here. If you want any real Salvadorean dish, this is…read morewhere you go, hands down. Best place out here period.

Queso Papusa top, Chicharron y Queso Papusa bottom (11/11/23)

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Inside, 05/2025

Pupusas Paradise 2

4.1

(59 reviews)

10.4 mi

My latest obsession is the Bichotas Breakfast at Pupusas Paradise. Perfectly cooked eggs served…read moreover two delicious pupusas, paired with traditional curtido and two flavorful salsas--it hits the spot every single time. Come hungry, because you're definitely leaving stuffed. The service is quick, the restaurant is always clean, and I've never had a bad experience here. I also had the chance to try the fried plantains, and they complemented the breakfast beautifully. That little extra sweetness tied all the flavors together in the best way. Until my next delicious meal here, I hope you give this dish a try and enjoy it as much as I do.

Be conscious (and cautious) of lunch break time if you are planning on going here during your…read moreworkday Unfortunately service here has declined. I waited over half an hour for two pupusas. They kept telling me a few more minutes every 10 mins and I missed my entire lunch break. If they were busy, it would've been one thing, but I was the only one waiting for food in the entire restaurant at 11am. This used to be my go to spot between appointments, and unless I call in an order, I will not be dining in anymore. The food is still good, the place is still clean, I just recommend calling in and not counting on anyone to have urgency with your order.

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Restaurante El Tamarindo

We're Panamanian and missed the culture so we opted to give this spot a shot. They are a Central…read moreAmerican restaurant so we expected to be a mix of foods (and it definitely was), and boy we were delighted by the food there! The food was delicious, our service was great, and the space was filled with beautiful murals & non-stop salsa music playing. We took no pictures before devouring it all so I guess we should go again!

this place has the most authentic central american cuisine in denver! i grew up in costa rica and…read morelove coming here because the food feels like home. there's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, a calming atmosphere (considering it's on colfax), and everything is clean. additionally, the staff are attentive and welcoming.

Central american style breakfast steak, served with plantains avocado cream and homemade queso fresco.

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Michelada prepped clamato with lime and tajin

Pupusas La Salvadorena

4.4

(20 reviews)

1.7 mi

Delicious pupusas!!!! Stopped in for a quick lunch and was assisted very quickly. Service was…read moreamazing, and the pupusas were really good!! The revueltas were my favorite!! Definitely recommend!

The food was really authentic, super homie and traditional Salvadoran dishes. You can tell that the…read morefood is made to order and the pupusa's are incredibly fresh. Service wasn't so much intimate, but was incredibly quick and simple. I would definitely try it out again

Typical Salvadoran breakfast

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Pupusas Paradise

I got a chance to visit this (El) Salvadorian restaurant today as I was in the neighborhood of…read moreGreen Valley Ranch midafternoon for a business matter I needed to take care of and here is how it went. I'll admit; I am still new to this cuisine and yet I've been to a really good restaurant that boasts this type of food in the central Denver. Having that memory still fresh in mind, when I discovered this place accidentally today, there was no need for me to waste time to second guess about the food. The restaurant is easy to spot; its restaurant name is clearly on the front of the building with big letters. Its boastful existence to let people know about it is something I can appreciate. My anticipation was high due to its current ratings of near-perfect 5 stars. Whereas I've been to places where I truly thought they were simply overrated, I was under the impression that this place was an exception. Upon entering the eatery, a bright pastel colored mural (or wall painting I should say) with restaurant name on it was right in front of me. Its vividness - as if to say that it depicts the colorfulness of the dishes they serve - was a sure indication that it is a diverse restaurant with flavorful cooking. This also enhanced my anticipation. While I was taking some photos at the reception that was unmanned, a young lady eventually came to me with a welcoming voice. She then immediately asked me if I was there for a dine in or to go to which I said to go. The menu is a good size. Colored pictures with easy-to-understand dish name and the description, no person gets confused with what they have to offer. My intent was to get me a few small side dishes and yet as soon as I saw the "Paradise Plate" ($31.95 as of June 14, 2025), I was like, "why not?" even though I wasn't there to buy a huge plate to be shared with someone else. If you visit this place for the first time, this dish is recommended as it has everything. And the portion is huge (this can be easily split between two people.) The plate contains 3 traditional pupusas (which you'll be asked to choose from the traditional pupusa section), 1 chicken or pork tamale, 1 corn tamale, 1 savory empanada, fried yucca (2 pieces) and fried plantain (2 pieces) are all in 1 plate. On top of that, coleslaw type salad/veggie and red sauce accompanied the whole thing so when the young lady handed me my food, the plastic bag was quite the weight. Oh my goodness, what did I just get??? As a tradition of mine, as soon as I got to my car, I immediately opened the bag and then I was like oola la, I realized that I simply got waaaaaay too much food for one person. Sound like I was complaining and yet I was filled with unexplainable joy that filled my heart and mind. Some were deep-fried, some were pan-fried or oven-baked. However they were cooked, their rich and oily flavors with all kinds of spices and ingredients were all over my mouth. I ate some of it in 2 separate sittings and yet the container still had plenty of food left for me to morsel the next day. No wonder this place has 4.5 stars by people who experienced the goodness they offer. Let's not forget. The restaurant is a good size. It was clean. It's got some bar seating perfect for solo diners. I wonder how crowded it gets on a peak lunch or dinner time. Anyway, I am not sure how many (El) Salvadorian cuisine restaurants that exist in the greater Denver area and yet, this must be ranked one of the top 5 for sure. I may still like the one on Colorado Boulevard as it's a lot closer to my house (for a convenience reason), this place checks for great food and service. Whereas I thought some of the foods were a bit too oily to my liking, its overall food quality speaks for itself as to why people fancy this restaurant. For those who live in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood, lucky them!

Been craving pupusas and these were fantastic and freshly made. Small, clean location in a fairly…read morequiet strip mall the SE corner of Hampden and Chambers with a friendly staff. We tried the Serrano & cheese and the Pork, Bean & Cheese pupusas. Served with a house sauces and slaw, these were hot crisp and tasty with fresh Serranos throughout. I suggest sharing 2-3 to try the flavors for two people. We could got three and had leftovers. We will be back to explore the menu.

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Decorations upfront

Pupusas Lover 2

4.5

(44 reviews)

27.6 mi

For Lunch, really a great spot. Spicy and incredibly…read moreflavorful squash blossom pupusa. The owner served me with care and kindness, it was sort of like eating at mom's. I can't wait to come back. The only problem is they close too early at night for dinner.

The bean papusa was the best, with the pickled cabbage. Get this!! I think they got upset…read morebecause they brought the wrong food.

Plantains, with a fantastic sweet sauce. Get this!

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Pupusas Y Tacos Los Reyes

4.2

(106 reviews)

6.0 mi

"Absolutely amazing! Pupusas and tacos are super delicious and authentic. The staff is really…read morefriendly too. Definitely a five-star spot, you have to try it!

Came in to eat before having a girls night and we definitely needed to try the soft serve margarita…read morewe had the passion fruit flavor and it was AMAZING we all loved it. Of course also had to try pupusas and they were really good had plantains and Yuka with chicharron and the Yuka was my favorite so flavorful. Our waitress was very attentive and so was the rest of the staff. Definitely recommend

Carnitas and Barbacoa Tacos

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Sam's No 3

Food & service was amazing. Mike, our server, was great. Food came out in a good timeread more

As far as "diners" go, this place was the bomb! Amazing biscuits and gravy and breakfast over all!…read more I lived the pork chops! Good coffee! Great atmosphere and a HUGE menu. Glad we were here on a Thursday night- the line was hella long Saturday morning!

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Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

Locally sourced ingredients

Gluten-free friendly

Came here on a Friday around 10am and was pleasantly surprised to find seats still available…read moredespite how packed the place already was. The ambience is lovely -- great lighting and decor. Just a heads up that there's a 3% Union Station preservation fee added to your bill, but given how reasonable the menu prices are, it didn't sting at all. One thing I immediately appreciated: the menu lists calories and macros for most items, which made it easy to gauge portion sizes before ordering. Both dishes I tried were from the Bright & Balanced section and absolutely delivered. The Sweet Potato Veggie Smash Up was the highlight for me. The sweet potato halves were roasted to absolute perfection -- the texture was so buttery and tender it felt like eating mashed sweet potato, even though they were simply sliced. The pickled red onions provided just the right tangy contrast to the natural sweetness, and the asparagus was incredibly thin and snappy -- no stringiness whatsoever. Bravocado toast was absolutely delicious as well, no complaints, but the sweet potato dish just deserves all the attention.

This was the best breakfast I had on my whole trip. They're located in Union Station which was…read morepretty convenient. Even though they were packed early on a Wednesday morning we were sat and served promptly. The staff was friendly and didn't appear to have more tables than they could handle. I had the protein trio omelet and it came with so much food! The omelet was very filling and the hashbrowns were the just the way I like them. I also had an espresso martini which was very creamy. It was definitely different from others I've tried.

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El Five

Such a great experience at El Five! The atmosphere is intimate, and sitting at the chef's bar with…read morebeautiful views of downtown Denver made it even better. The smoked burrata was delicious, especially with all the toppings it came with. The sea bass completely surprised me, in the best way. Sweet, spicy, savory, crunchy, with so many different textures and flavors happening at once. The lamb skewers were another favorite. The meat was thinly sliced and secured on the skewer, which made every bite incredibly tender. They were just bomb overall! The drinks were also very well put together and complemented the food perfectly. The server was outstanding. Definitely a place I'm eager to come back to and try more dishes from the menu!

From arrival to departure was exceptional. The amuse bouche really set the tone at the chef's…read moretable. It truly blew me away. And from that point on, from first taste, I knew my experience would be exceptional. The service was attentive without being overly attentive, and the chef's were so kind, answering every one of my weird questions about what they were preparing or ingredients that I noticed. I ordered the smoked burrata to start. The balance between the candied pistachio, artichoke pesto, and wagyu cecina really created a well balanced and unexpected dish. The burrata was creamy and the salty and sweet components balanced the aged sherry gastrique and made for an incredible intro to a beautiful performance by the chefs. Next was another small dish, which I wish I remembered the description for (I need to bring a little notebook with me), but it was a perfect segue into the next course, the ibérico presa. Wow. Just wow. White asparagus has got to be one of my favorite vegetables next to artichokes, when done exceptionally well, as they most definitely were. The piquillo peppers and pickled shallots complemented the pork, which was so soft, perfectly. I definitely died and went to heaven at this point in the meal. This is probably when I should've stopped eating because after this point, still pure delight, but my poor stomach was soooooo full. Next was another small bite to lead into my next course, also incredible. Wish I could describe it. My next course was the European sea bass. Now, sea bass is my favorite fish of all time. The perfectly crisp skin, the red onion jam, the spicy sweet balance was perfection. I loved every bite. The olive oil potatoes were a perfect complement. And at this point, I was bursting at the seems... but I still ordered dessert, because you only live once and food is one of the great joys of life. For dessert, I had the crema. The honeycomb on top, the cherries, all leading to a perfect finish. A time was had. Thanks El Five

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Tamayo by Chef Richard Sandoval

Our group of 4 had a reservation for a Saturday night to celebrate a special occasion. It was…read moresurprisingly not busy at 7 pm which was kind of nice and so the restaurant was a bit quieter than expected. We ordered the chips and salsa trio to start, quesabirria, chicken and steak fajitas with corn equites and rice/beans as a side, and lastly the carnitas. Personally I got the carnitas and was shocked at the portion! The presentation was beautiful and overall it was quite tasty. The hard part with this meal was that the black bean puree was underneath all the meat and au jus so it was a bit challenging to scoop up and put in the tacos. Everyone enjoyed their meals and we were pretty stuffed that we couldn't make it to dessert.

Visited Tamayo with some coworkers when I was in town the interior decoration was very warm and…read moreinviting for groups of people. I ordered the beef fajitas the sizzling plate presentation smelled great. The salsa that paired with the dish was not as spicy as I liked. The meat was cooked to a good medium rare. The churros were a bit hard and doughy compared to other ones I have as before. Our server was friendly and helpful in explaining the menu and the available daily special.

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Trattoria Stella

Reliable and welcoming, this place is delightful. Their airplane chicken is worth the wait, the…read morebread pudding dessert is almost sinful it's so good. Brunch is awesome, as well. Servers are helpful and knowledgeable about the menu.

Don't trust the hours. We arrived about 40min before close, which should be plenty of time for…read moreItalian to cook. We were told the kitchen was closing in 5 minutes. We ended up at another great local place with friendlier and more accurate hours. Plus, parking is sparse and extremely frustrating. Skip this.

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Angelo’s Taverna

Superior Italian food and service at an affordable rate!A must try eatery with an exciting but…read morepeaceful ambiance! Great for celebrating or sharing intimate moments with loved ones or friends!

Food - delicious Service- great…read moreAmbiance - classy bar feel 2nd time here on 6/30/26 Ordered the: Higher Ground specialty Pizza Roasted mushrooms, garlic, Italian sausage, spinach, ricotta, white sauce Great yummy ingredients, great crust, and omg umami !!! Missed the Brussels sprouts this time but oh well, stomach be happy!!!