Tacos DF

After living in the greater Denver area for nearly 30 years, it was kind of a shocking experience…read moreto discover a restaurant that appears to have existed for quite some time. Until today, I had never seen or heard of Savina's before. I accidentally found Savina when I was looking for an alternative restaurant downtown after I couldn't dine at an Italian restaurant only several blocks away (they had unexpected staffing shortage so they had to close it between lunch and dinner.) When I did a search online, Savina's was only a short drive from it. I simply wanted "food" so switching the cuisine from Italian to Mexican was no problem. I needed to do work on my phone so upon arrival, I asked for a table/seat that has outlet access. The kind receptionist then recommended I grab a seat at the bar. And wow! As I proceeded to it, nicely dimmed lights with great ambiance that spreads out all the way to the four corners of the restaurant welcomed me. That was when it dawned on me that Savina's was a high-end Mexican place. Mostly booth tables with some standalone tables in the middle. Wooden beams on the ceiling and bricks as walls, the interior is mostly brown. The very bar I chose to sit at is quite spacious. What caught my attention was the copper countertops at the bar. The rustic charms that were being emitted from it were elegant indeed. As the receptionist kindly instructed me to sit right in the middle of the bar for an easy outlet access, that's exactly what I did. The person in charge at the bar was Craig. He was most professional. His attentiveness was simply timely between the moments of quick conversation he and I had at the beginning. Their menu (for the kind of restaurant Savina is) is a bit small (at least that is what I thought) and yet I don't like massive ones that have food items after another because it causes me to be indecisive so for that reason, Savina's menu size was comforting. For a restaurant with this kind of high-end feel, the prices of the dishes were quite affordable. After a thorough perusal of it, I set my eyes on the Mexican Street Taco (chicken) that comes with three tacos, rice and refried beans. And as of this writing on 9/27/2026, the price of this dish is/was $24. Craig saw me put down the menu. He wasted no time to take my order and it thus was placed with the kitchen immediately. I had about 10 minutes to enjoy the complimentary chips and salsa and my freshly made decaf. To be frank, I wasn't expecting a decaf to be this good at a Mexican restaurant. I mean it was really good. It truly hit the spot. And somehow it paired so well with the complimentary chips and salsa. The salsa was also well made. My plate came out just in time. And it was quite the size. But what impressed me the most was, of course, the quality of it. The rice was well seasoned with the perfect texture/moisture. The refried beans were creamy but not to the point where it was soupy, had lots of flavors with the perfect amount of salt, and were properly mashed. And the protagonist of the plate, chicken tacos were of a good size. Each taco had a good number of diced chicken in them. And the avocado pieces in the tacos were very visible. And they were perfectly ripe with no brownness. The sauce that accompanied the tacos was also notable; a good amount of kick is what I tasted and yet it was a controlled heat. It sure was a nice enhancer. I was able to eat only half of what the plate had so I asked for a container from Craig which he promptly provided. Like I have already mentioned, Craig's attentiveness was spot on. I have to thank that Italian restaurant that was closed (LOL!) Had it not been the case, I don't think I would have discovered Savina's today. From the beautiful ambience to great service to good food, my late lunch at this Mexican restaurant was more than what I could have asked for. I will have to make a point to go back and dine there soon.

Savina's was highly recommended to us by the valet at the hotel we were staying at. It was a close…read morewalk. The restaurant was not very full when we got there but it was early and it was filling up when we were leaving. The homemade tortilla chips were awesome. They had just the right amount of salt. I ordered a chicken quesadilla and my husband ordered the pork burritos. Mine could have had a bit more chicken but it was still delicious. My husband said his was good although they put too many onions on top (if I had to guess it was 1/3 of an onion chopped-a little rediculous). He also had a Catalan margarita that was tasty. Our waiter was friendly and efficient. He talked to us about how he came to Denver from the east coast and liked it here. Overall, we would definitely recommend Savina's and if we are back in the area we would eat here again.

9.0 mi•Northwest, Highland

Bar view

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Patio area

Alma Fonda Fina

4.8(299 reviews)

You have to plan ahead to eat here. You need a reservation and they get booked up the day the…read morereservation opens. It's worth the effort though because this is one of the best meals I've had in Denver. My husband and I shared: - Avocado Margarita - Pineapple Sour - Camote Asado - Enmolada De Pato - Quesadilla Frita - Pancita Pibil - Ceviche De Atun - Callo De Hacha Al Horno Everything was delicious. My favorite dishes were the ceviche, sweet potato (camote asado), and scallops (callo de hacha al horno). I find it strange that people complain that it's expensive because it's probably less than half the price of the other Michelin star restaurants in the city. I appreciated being able to try that level of food without the price point that you typically pay for a tasting menu at many Michelin star restaurants. I was surprised that their vegetarian selection was pretty small. I'm not a vegetarian, but our vegetarian friend wasn't interested in joining because there weren't many options. We'll definitely be trying their other restaurants!

We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner experience here. I made the reservation online 60 days out as…read morerecommended. We were in at 4:45 as that was the only space available on the day we could go, and it worked out great. We got one plate from the happy hour menu and the fun avocado margarita and the old fashioned were fine cocktails. The margarita was a popular item, quite a few tables had them. I'll have to try and make one when we get home to Kona! Our server was Fiona; she was a whirlwind helping a number of tables, but we thought she was excellent and it was fun watching the staff behind the counter creating magical plates. Smiles on all of them as they worked like a team that knew and liked each other. And the plates they made were indeed delicious. I won't drill down on what we had, everyone will choose their own favorites by the end of their meal. One of our criteria when travelling is to find unique dining experiences, and this hit the mark in every way. We left after five plates and cocktails with smiles and satisfaction. While I've seen some reviews point out it was expensive, I don't feel it was overpriced for what they offer. I'd recommend this to anyone and it was an easy uber from our hotel. Mahalo.

9.5 mi•Highland, Northwest

Mexican clay mugs

Sweet potato

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Bar seating where we could enjoy seeing the chefs working hard to make our dishes

Taqueria La Familia

4.7(534 reviews)

Wonderful! They were full inside, so they set us up at a table outside beneath a tree. The…read morecomplementary chips and chile were a great starter. We had the green chile plate and the five taco platter with bison and lengua, with guacamole on top. My only quibble is that the bison needed more seasoning, it was a bit gamey like hamburger meat. The guac serving was generous and the corn tortillas were good. The chile was the best version of this dish that I've had. The staff were extremely attentive and kept our water full in the 90 degree heat. Food came out super fast. Price was very reasonable for the area.

Really terrific bison enchiladas. Nice people and fun spot. Would come back any day. The tacos were…read moregood too. Also the mild salsa was great.

6.5 mi•Capitol Hill, Southwest

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Pancho Poncho

4.6(83 reviews)

Great place to meet up with friends, bring out of towners or even take the edge off at the end of…read morethe day. Weekends (including Fridays) get busy so I would recommend reservations. Service is top notch and our Friday night here was met with explanations of menu items, drink recommendations and even food recommendations. Our waitress kept an eye on our table even when the happy hour and evening crew started filling the place. My ground beef enchiladas were really good but the leftovers really shined! The flavors set in nicely and reminded me of the wonderful time the previous night. I would certainly return!

Came in for happy hour. The patio is really nice to sit at when the weather is good but doesn't…read moreoffer too much shade in the afternoon so just be aware. They have a nice happy hour and we sampled just about 1 of each thing on the HH menu. The highlight was the loaded fries and the Elote while the worst item was the beef tostada which was just super basic and boring and I wouldn't order it ever again. Drinks were good and I enjoyed their happy hour deals on house margaritas, beer and shot on a good deal. Service was nice but a little slow on the patio. Overall would come back and try their other items and go for those fries again.

Elote skillet

Shrimp tacos - the rice is super yummy too! Not a soggy after thought

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Dining room

Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

4.2(1.1k reviews)

6.0 mi•Southwest

Haven't been here in a few years. Stopped by tonight for a margarita/chips&salsa/tacos and it all…read morehit the spot. Quick meal at the bar and I would describe the ambiance is eclectic elegant. Service at the bar was great... friendly bar tender doing his thing!

Sometimes you don't need culinary fireworks. Sometimes you need a place that feels like someone is…read moregenuinely happy you walked through the door. Adelitas is that place. I grabbed a seat at the bar where the bartender was friendly and engaging. On a recent Wednesday at 7:15, the restaurant was packed. When I left around 8:30, it was still busy. That's usually the best review a restaurant can get. Loyal customers don't keep coming back out of habit. They come back because it feels like home. The all-day happy hour margarita for $9 certainly doesn't hurt. The second one arrives before you've had time to argue yourself out of it. I ordered the enchiladas with carne asada and their house mole. If you're expecting one of those intensely complex moles with enough ingredients to fill a pantry, this isn't that. Adelitas' version is comforting, approachable, and deeply homey. It tastes less like a culinary experiment and more like something your abuela has been making for decades. The carne asada was tender, the rice and beans were exactly what they should be, and every bite reminded me why comfort food never goes out of style. Before leaving, I made the smartest decision of the evening. Tres leches to go. I devoured it later at home while Netflix asked if I was still watching. The cake somehow manages to be light while completely satisfying. Don't skip it. Better yet, don't pretend you're saving it for tomorrow. Adelitas isn't trying to impress you. It's trying to feed you well, welcome you warmly, and send you home happier than when you arrived. Whether your abuela was Mexican...or Greek...you'll understand exactly what they're serving here.

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Tres Leches Cake

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Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant

4.4(851 reviews)

12.8 mi

Absolutely amazing service. You can tell management cares about their staff. The food was…read moreawesome also. Fajita vegetables caramelized and sweet to perfection. Shout out to all the staff and especially Sergio our server.

Always a great meal…read more I always enjoy going to Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant. They're known for their molcajete, but tonight I tried some other dishes and everything was excellent. The strawberry margaritas are always above average quality -- strong but smooth. Chips came out hot and crispy, and the salsa is terrific. Fresh with just the right amount of kick. We had the combo plate with an enchilada, chile relleno, and tostada, plus the Steak Ranchero with rice and beans. Both were hot, huge portions, and packed with flavor. The tortillas were steamed and fresh. Service was fast and friendly. Consistent quality every time I come here. Highly recommend.

Carbon tacos plate

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Carnitas tacos plate

Ni Tuyo

4.6(197 reviews)

4.7 mi•Southeast

Ni Tuyo is a great place for drinks and dinner, higher end Mexican style. Attractive and lively…read morebar and friendly service, though I did order takeout. Our food was very good and included asada tacos (the meat was juicy and tender), a birria taco, great chips and salsa with a great guacamole, a rajas taco (delicious), and pollo con mole. We loved all the sauces. My friends loved the large Mexican cokes.

This is such a nice place to get drinks and dinner with friends. The vibe is warm and cozy…read more There is a small parking lot next to the restaurant but it can fill up but there is a good amount of street parking in the area. Happy hour is from 4-6 every day and the deals are great. The quesabirria and the camarones al aljillo were delicious. I have been here before for their molcajetes and those were excellent as well, and good for sharing. They do have a small covered patio area which is adjacent a busy street. Service is consistently good. One of my favorite places for a drink and a bite in the area!

Bar area

Pollo mains

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Molcajete

D'Corazon

4.3(827 reviews)

8.2 mi•Lodo, Northwest

Bottom line up front; This is my new favorite for New Mexican cuisine/Green Chili cuisine. Prices…read moreare reasonable. Service is good. I'll be back. On my first visit, I ordered the Steak Mexicano - a ribeye smothered in green chili sauce. The steak was big, very flavorful, and very tender. Excellent. I stopped in again today for lunch. Chips, salsa (spicy but very tasty), and my drink came right out. My food was served extremely quickly. I ordered the "green chili plate," pork in green chili sauce with rice and beans. The green chili plate is available as a vegetarian option as well. I also ordered a tamale because... I just had to see how the hand crafted tamales stack up. The tamale came out covered in green chili sauce and cheese. All in all, this is an excellent option for local cuisine. Highly recommended.

Great Food and Service laid back,good Ambiance. Best…read moreEnchiladas, love there queso Cant wait to scatch up enough cash for another trip there

Host desk

Grilled steak especial tacos

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Mango frozen Rita and House Rita.

Tamayo by Chef Richard Sandoval

3.8(1.5k reviews)

8.1 mi•Lodo, Northwest

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We had such a wonderful experience hosting our rehearsal lunch at Tamayo! Everything was fantastic…read morefrom start to finish. The food was delicious, the space was beautiful, and our guests had such a great time. It was the perfect setting for us to kick off our wedding weekend and spend time with our closest family and friends. Meg Batizy was absolutely amazing to work with throughout the entire process. She was so helpful, responsive, and accommodating, and made planning our event feel incredibly easy. She was also wonderful on the day of the lunch and made sure everything was taken care of so we could relax and enjoy the afternoon with our guests. We are so thankful to Meg and the entire Tamayo team for helping make such an important part of our wedding weekend so special. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would absolutely recommend Tamayo for any event!

Dope ass spot, awesome interior, great food, clean, healthy, oh baby!…read more What more do you want?

4.7 mi•Washington Park, Southeast

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Perdida

4.1(426 reviews)

This place is so cute! The restaurant is beautifully decorated, spacious, and has such a fun…read moreatmosphere. It's a great spot if you're craving authentic Mexican food. The service was warm and welcoming, and everyone was so friendly. I ordered the Perdida Special so I could sample some of their most popular dishes, and it was the perfect choice. I loved all the different flavors, and everything was fresh and delicious. There's free street parking nearby, and it's located in a charming area with lots of cute shops to explore before or after your meal. I'll definitely be back!

I don't even know where to start, but besides saying I'm surprised this spot is not reservation…read moreonly. Nina is amazing! The Marisol cocktail feels like a Hawaiian vacation. The garlic grilled shrimp and queso are top tier! Do yourself a favor, and go visit. Feels like my new favorite.

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Special of the day: Steak tacos - excellent!

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Sorian T.

13 years ago

Overpriced with not a lot of substance. The food tastes ok but after several trips I have yet to try something that makes me go wow. While they have a greater variety of mexican street food than most places they fail to make any one of them well. I could make it a fall back place if the prices were not so outrageous and the service was not so slow. The salsa bar is always a nice add on but they fail to keep it clean and well stocked. Its only saving grace is that it is the only taco joint in about 2 square miles. I will opt for a 5 guys burger instead (3 blocks south on Parker rd) when in this area. read more

Keniey S.

16 years ago

Cow brain. I don't eat it but every great Mexican joint needs it. This place isn't much in the way of atmosphere, but what Mexican joint is? Sorry, but this place needs some help. I purchased the Panbazos and it was not worthy of my hands smelling bad. Too much SC and the bread was stale and loaded heavily w/ butter. My 11 year old son got the quesadilla and he even found it to be lack-luster. I'd eat it again if someone bought it for me and I was promised by the owners that it would not make me sick. read more

Parker S.

6 years ago

A good little spot for simple tacos and burritos. It's a basic Mexican food restaurant of course. The only issue is the rice and beans are not my preferred style. However, they make up for it in other areas. The carne asada is pretty good any way to order it. I definitely suggest giving them a try if you are in the area. read more

Frank L.

12 years ago

I'm a regular because I live around the corner and they have great food I love their chicken burritos and a steak tacos. There food hits the spot. read more

Tia T.

474

8 years ago

Fast and delicious!!!! Great price, great salsa bar will go again. Cute they the have the picture of the original truck

Jenny H.

7 years ago

Fast and simple w great flavor. The inside isn't much to look at but the food was awesome! Will def be back

James K.

11 years ago

Best Taco places I've been too. If you guys like tacos or Mexican food in general, go to Tacos DF.

Lauren S.

12 years ago

Don't let the exterior fool you, these tacos are amazing and inexpensive. Try the carnitas tacos!

Craez B.

8 years ago

I am addicted to their tacos. Literally in every sense of the word addicted I'm addicted.

Joe W.

10 years ago

I got a steak burrito and was really happy with it. The quesadillas are also delicious.

Sophie H.

12 years ago

Meh. Ok food, dirty little place. The beans were purified and runny.

Brandie K.

7 years ago

Chilaquiles were pretty amazing. Definitely going again!

Edi G.

12 years ago

Buenos tacos, buen servicio.

Tacos DF - mexican - Updated October 2026

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Ordered the Quesabirrias for lunch and they tasted good. The service was quick and the staff were…read morefriendly.

Friends! This is absolutely delicious!!!! The Tortas, the Quesabirria tacos were so good, the…read moreconsume was delish! The owner is super nice and kind! All the tacos are good ! Food is made fresh to order!

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

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