Amazing service and food, staff was very friendly . Gentleman who helped my buddy and I was very kind and gave great recommendations for us. Also a great vibe in the restaurant and the fact it is open late is the main reason I come, You really cannot beat the experience. read more

Low key and comfortable, this taqueria offers all the classics: tacos, burritos, tortas, sopes, huraches, with the usual proteins. The ingredients were fresh and well seasoned. The burrito ($10) came with refried pinto beans, Mexican rice, and fresh onions & cilantro. Tacos ($2.50 each) were similarly prepared. Altogether satisfying. read more

Tacos Junior - Tacos and burrito - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Popped in for a quick bite and as it turns out my wife and I will DEFINITELY be back! Amazing atmosphere. Service was excellent. The food is TERRIFIC!! If you're looking for a good spot, look no further. read more

Soooo stupid expensive, $9.99 for a cheese quesadilla! No salsa included, $9.99 for a bean and rice burrito, why no price drop for no meat. THE TINIEST salsa, and paper thin slices of avocado. So codo!! Barest minimum given here. I'd rather support another small business from now on. Value not received here. read more

This restaurant is so delicious! I highly recommend them. Good food, good service, clean restaurant. I am obsessed!

This place was really great! I enjoyed the food and the people there were very nice. The food came out quickly and The Decour of the little restaurant was very cute and authentic. I for sure recommend this place for some good Mexican food and affordably priced. read more

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The food is of the quality that I am used to getting at a Tacos Junior, and that is pretty good. The service was also fine on my visit. My Alambre (a mound of meats, veg and cheese that one puts on tortillas to make tacos) was a somewhat greasy pile of flavor that enjoyed quite a bit. It was quite similar to dishes I have enjoyed while visiting Mexico. The red and green salsas that came with the dish were nice and spicy. This place does suffer from the location. Parking up front is tight, and I witnessed a couple near misses (both car to car, and car to pedestrian) while I was there. The inside of this restaurant could also be a bit cleaner. Finally, I really do not enjoy being panhandled, especially while I am inside the restaurant trying to order and/or sitting at my table trying to eat. read more

Tacos Junior - Alambre - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

This place has never failed me. I've ordered at different times yet the quality is always the same or better. I highly recommend tacos al pastor and asada. In addition their torta asada is my households favorite. Their horchata and agua de Jamaica are great as well! Definitely a 10/10. read more

The al pastor tacos may be the best in Denver at the Taco's Juniors. I am really into carboncitas too.This location is less Westernized than the one on Sheridan. If you go here I would recommend reviewing, quantity en espanol for favor, if you do not speak Spanish, and make sure you understand, the fillings if you are fussy. This location is in an incubator set up, and there were several other shopping areas. I think I passed by a bakery. I was on a taco mission, and I've been cutting back on flour. If you want to go for a food adventure you should stop in and imbibe in those tacos. When driving, and stuffing ones face on the go, I highly recommend a dos tacos pop in. This is a cafeteria setting, and a smaller less fancy one than the one I've been to several times on Sheridan. The tacos are just are bomb. Parking can be high traffic in this shopping center. read more

This Al Pastor Taco I've got to say is the best I've tried in Denver. Trust me, be tried plenty of tacos here in Denver. It tasted sooooo amazing. Their salads are on point as well. I had their sopes too, and first time as well that they weren't super dry and hard. I know it's hard here in Denver cause of how dry it is. But they got it right at this place. And then....they have some seafood items as well. They did no disappoint on their tostada de camarón (shrimp) read more

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If you haven't been here yet, you should go after reading this review! Being an Arizona girl, I happen to know great Mexican food and I have found my new favorite spot! I'm a lover of Carne Asada Tacos and this place has such great flavors. They come with 2 mini Tortillas de Maiz each Taco, which I'm a fan of Tortillas de Harina but they are so good I can't even tell. Today I had the Sopes, also of Carne Asada, and they were also just as delicious! The Sope isn't soggy but has a nice crunch to them don't fall apart after 1 bite. They come in an order of 3 and you also get 3 different Meats! I'm full after 2 but one can also be filling. My Fiancé had the Sopes de Pollo and she said they had great flavor as well! The red salsa they give is so good and has a nice kick after eating it over and over. They also have green salsa which is also tasty but Im a red salsa fan myself. Their Auga de Sandia was pretty good and we loved the Horchata. I'll be back to try the entire Menu read more

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Over all custome service was excellen, I ordered the 4 tacos and it was really good and my mother ordered the wet burrito and also said it was really good. Now I will say if you can get past the outdoor surroundings because we came after a cheer competition (before closing) you won't be disappointe. Never judge a book by its cover. Overall 5 stars read more

Stop 3 on the November 7th 2009 Taco Tour... This place was interesting... Don't try to park in front. Very tight spots and there was a little car bumping going on. I was getting full after 4 tacos so I only got 1 here and it was pretty tasty. I don't think I'd venture here again though... read more

Tacos Junior - a taco with meat and vegetables - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

These people have no concept of opening on time. Their website says they open at 10. I get here and the sign says 11. And they won't even open until 11:30. I just wasted my entire lunch break driving over here and waiting. Don't rely on this place every being open when they say they're going to be. It's very hit or miss. :( read more

There's nothing like great food at a great price and consistently done right every time. Thanks Tacos Junior for delivering this!! Oh, and your employees.., top notch! Friendly Fast and Always Courteous read more

Just paid $14.00 dollars for an order of four tacos, they were terrible. The only thing that was good was the Mexican Coca Cola. The tripa tacos were like eating an inertube, rubbery and greasy. The barbacoa tacos was a lump of meat that resembled a tumbleweed, hard to describe the taste other than nasty. The lengua was so so, soft but lacked flavor. Nothing makes me angrier than going to a Mexican restaurant that serves it's community garbage. I was here a year ago and thought it might be better this time around, I was wrong. read more

East Colfax, Its scary as hell some times! But get over it stop in here and be that Gringo! Branch out try something new, get a little culture and come have some authentic Tacos, corn tortillas, little queso, meat of your choice, don't know what barbacoa is ask, someone there will bust out a little english! 3 to a plate with a nice pico, couple limes and some beans and rice! At any given time I'm the only ghost face in here but when I can I stop through because the tacos are good and I like stepping outside the boundaries and walking a different path! When done with the my meal occasionally I hit the Mercado connected to this spot and get some good priced produce, cheap pastries, bulk beans and rice! read more

Good Place to come into when your drunk, and the food is tasty. Its next to a Carniceria and they have tasty dessert and drink options. My Steak burrito smothered of course. Was served piping hot and tasty and had some kick to it. The booths are outdated but it kinda adds to the Tacos Junior name in the weird green color and yellows. The menu is expansive and easy to read or point too. The service is fast and friendly. read more

Two words, Muy Bueno! The wife and I stopped in here today for a late lunch. I grew up on this side of town, so I am extremely familiar with this neighborhood. I spent many a night walking these streets as a kid. Not sure I would do that these days, but it still brought back so many memories. This building used to be a Cleaners for many years, I never had cause to go inside, I didn't realize just how big it was! TJ is up front facing Colfax and there is a nice Mexican market in the back. Parking in the front of the building is a premium, but we got lucky as we arrived in the middle of the afternoon. The restaurant is clean and the food was wonderful! I had the Carne Asada burro smotherd in Verde chili and the Mrs. had the Chorizo & Papas Impanadas. We also split and order of Flutas del Pollo. This is very authentic Mexican food, and so delicious! If you want a taste of real Mexico, I suggest you hoof it on down to Moline and Colfax and visit Tacos Junior, you will be glad you did! Oh, just be sure to visit during the day, not sure you want to be down there after dark. =] -MK read more

I just had dinner at this Tacos Junior location and it was fabulous. I had their sopes with al pastor, asada and lengua. They were piled high with lettuce and cheese and the plate came with sides of two salsas. I also ordered some fried jalapenos, of course. My fellow diner had the tacos, and even though my sopes were very tasty I think I'll get the tacos next time. I made a huge mess! They're difficult to eat because they're piled so high. The last one I ate with a fork and skipped the sope base. The menu is huge, so we sat at a table first to stare at it for awhile. There were quite a few items that had us stumped, but the pictures all looked good. I'll definitely be back to try some more of the interesting items. They have a few desserts and some good juices, but save room for the little bakery just outside the door. It's almost like an indoor mall of Mexican eats. Facing Colfax is the restaurant and bakery with a hallway between them. At the end of the hallway and all the way back to the rear parking lot is a huge grocery store filled with interesting things. They have a huge butcher and even a little deli in the grocery store with yummy, homemade items. Finding the place can be challenging. Look for Moline, the street directly next to the restaurant. There are parking spaces in front that are just fine unless the place is busy. If it's busy you might want to park in back and walk through the grocery store to get to the restaurant. Delish! read more

Addendum to my previous review, 09/09/11: My sister and I went to Tacos Junior for lunch, and I should have thought better of it, seriously. We ordered the picaditas, and here's my question: why should 4 soft corn shells with a little salsa and some Quesos Fresco cost 7 bucks? Furthermore, why does Tacos Junior charge SO MUCH for beverages, when a person can walk through the double-doors to the "supermarket formerly known as Azteca" and buy their drinks for at least a fourth of the price? Why am I going to eat at Tacos Junior for lunch when I could eat almost anywhere else for less? I swear this to you: I got 4 picaditas, a bottled coke, and a capri sun, and it cost me 10 bucks *without the tip*. Call me crazy, but for 10 bucks, I'll go to Tacos Y Pupusas or TacoMex and get 8 tacos and a coke. WTH, Tacos Junior??? That said... Tacos Junior is a wonderful taqueria, and it's open really late, which I love; I love the fact that it overlooks the Azteca market, and I absolutely adore every dessert I've ever had there. Their menu is huge and there's lots of rarities to choose from, which I love. The place is pretty clean and has good food. Now here's the downsides: The last time I went to Tacos Junior, about a month ago, I paid about 30 dollars for: a Tlacoyo Ranchero, four tacos, 3 jarritos, and a flan. The last time I went to Racine's, a half-year ago, we paid about that much. That's kinda pricey for a taqueria. Usually, I can get my point across in broken Spanish at a Taqueria, with some English words thrown in when I am really unsure of what I am saying. Consider this in light of the fact that I am a linguist, fluent in French and so I understand a lot more about Spanish and the way it is spoken than your average white American. This time, I tried about 3 times to make sure everything was right, and yeah, I'm in a place where Spanish is the language of choice for ordering, but it was really much harder to communicate in this place than in others, and note that I've hit just about every taqueria on Federal, and never had a problem. The one other problem I have with Junior is that the service at this location is rather slow, and the lines are quite long most nights. Also, it seems you can't order desserts from the counter where you order tacos, and you can at other locations. One thing I also dislike about the Junior chain in general is that there's no salsa bar. Other than that, my Tlacoyo was one of the very best things I've ever had in a taqueria. It was served on this oblong, thick, white-corn shell with a heaping of Queso Fresco, Nopales, refried black beans, tomatoes and a host of other goodies. I also got the small-cup tres leches flan, and that was so good that I haven't forgotten it, and I pine for it often. My husband reported that his tacos were great as well. So, I'll keep going to Junior now and then, but I think I am so sold on other taquerias that are twice as good, twice as fast, and half the price (see my review for TacoMex if you're curious). read more

I loveeeeeeeeee tacos Jr, especially for late night meals. They're open late and food is always fresh because they're cooking right in front of you. Sopes and tostadas are some of my favorite. If you you're a seafood lover, get the MOLCAJETE De MAR. read more

Great food, interesting people watching. The tostadas are messy yet so delicious. Authentic, wide variety, extra parking in the back. Highly recommend it! read more

Absolutely the best tacos in Colorado. I tried one of each taco and each one was a new experience. These tacos are just legit. It may have like no reviews on yelp but if you go there it is poppin as kids say these days. I highly suggest the al pastor tacos. They have pineapple on top which may seem weird but it's good on pizza and it is great on tacos too. The staff doesn't know English but hey if they get you the tacos you want it doesn't really matter. read more

Best real Mexican food in Colorado! I've had tacos all over the US and Mexico. This place is as authentic as you will find anywhere. They have every type of taco, sopas, burritos, enchiladas etc. the meats are excellent. They do a gyro style pork that is unbelievable. The neighborhood isn't great but if you ask any one of Latino descent where to get the best tacos. If they have been there they will say tacos jr #3. The market that's attached is amazing as well. It's like the Mexican H mart/ farmers market. Great produce and carniceria. read more

I ate here for the first time yesterday. I heard the Horchata was amazing and it did not disappoint! Yum!! I had chili rellenos and they were awesome, as well....very hot, but delicious. I can't wait to go back and try more items. read more

I haven't been to this taqueria before even though I've tried several times. It was always due to the number of cars parked in the tiny lot out front. Well, I now know that the restaurant fronts a medium sized mex-grocery and panaderia and that you can also park at the rear. Of the three Taco Juniors I have been to, this is by far the smallest with the smallest menu too. Being too full from eating at the other two taquerias on the Eastside taco tour we already had been to, I went with an ear of corn or elote, dipped in crema and covered with queso fresco and lightly dusted with chile powder. It was sooo tasty and I couldn't help but gnaw on it like a ravenous beaver. Probably due to food intoxication, I without thinking broke of chunks of it that I had gnawed and pushed it on anyone near me. Mmm, oh good, you must eat, never mind my gnaw marks, sorry guys. It was the heat of the moment and I was faced with certain agony for not being able to finish such deliciousnes. Next time, elotes for all us touristas on... Carrie! Kidding aside, maybe not the best Junior but decent and hey, it has a market and mex bakery in the same damn building! Just beware the bumper car parking lot.... read more

Navigating this cramped parking lot is worth the effort. Inside you are greeted with a brightly colored walls and a room filled with windows looking into the neighboring grocery store. The ceiling is airbrushed to emulate the great big blue sky of Denver, CO. The menu is pretty standard for your average taqueria with a few excellent twists such as agua frescas and tortas. OMG, the tortas! I ordered the torta gringa, a combination of pastor, pineapple, ham, and melted cheese pressed in a thin but firm bun. Gooey, savory, and filled with grease, this has got to be one of the best tortas around. The al pastor is well seasoned and combines the appropiate levels of crisp and supple expected from a good al pastor. My only complaint is that the prices are steep compared to their competitors. Well that, and the fact that I'm about to have a heart attack. read more

I just had the best Chicken Quesadilla I've ever had in my Life! The portions were great for the Price, The cheese was Delicious, Nice and melted, and it looks like they chopped up a chicken breast for me and put it in there for me. Awesome. The chicken was sooo Juicy and was extremely fresh, it wasn't just sitting around waiting to be Used like other restaurants do with their chicken. I also had a Watermelon Agua Fresca that was equally good. I will definitely return and try something new! The service was Great as well the Kid behind the counter gave me a few recommendations on what was yummy so that was Usefull and they got my food out fast too. Awesome crew they've got working during the Day. read more

Al Pastor at Tacos Junior is nothing short of a wet dream. Never before have I tasted a forbidden fruit as succulent as this. You must try it! Park on the side of the building, walk through the gates of heaven and indulge yourself in the magical journey that is, Tacos Junior. read more

Color me disappointed. After seeing all the positive reviews, I thought this would be great street food tacos, but alas I did not encounter great street food tacos on this occasion. Hopefully it was just an off day for the cooks? I got an order of tacos with the following tacos: al pastor, carnitas, lengua, and pollo. The al pastor was pretty good. The pollo while a bit dry was ok. The lengua and carnitas were...how do I say this and remain polite? I guess that's all I need to say. The meat on both was completely dry and hugely lacking in seasoning. I've never had carnitas this dry, and I'm not sure if they screwed up and gave me the wrong thing or what. Usually when I've had it, it's braised in a sauce, but there was no sauce to be found here. Having now been to a few other taco joints in town with the non-braised variety, I'm not about to change my opinion of this was just dry, overcooked meat. Not only was the carnitas horribly dry, but the lengua was as well. It also was not seasoned well, and even adding every bit of lime juice to both was not enough to make up for the dryness of the meat. The corn tortillas tasted very fresh and were quite nice, but overall I was hugely disappointed on this day. read more

100% the best tacos in Denver. Hands down no arguments. All of the meat here is so flavorful. We always order the el pastor and carne asada tacos. They always taste so good. I suggest always taking it to go. If their tacos were not so amazing, I would not have given this place five stars. My problem does not come with the staff who work here, but their customer base. Like most mexican restaurants in the area, everyone who eats there stares at you and come off incredibly rude. Parking is always a shit show, but I suggest always getting your order to-go and try and park as close to the door as possible to avoid the people in the area read more

Hit or miss here for me but 4 stars if you order right. All the fried stuff is very good: hauraches, sopes, picaditas, etc. The chicken and carntias also fantastic. The tortas are good too (except for the bread is like a cheap hamburger bun). The pastor? Not for me. Its OK, and it is usually (but not always) cooked well, but it is way too sweet for my taste (and for proper pastor). They do have tacos arabes (Arab Taco) which is a bunch of pastor with grilled onions wrapped in 2 thin flour tortillas called pan arabe. I love those, but this pastor is pretty average. The carnitas and the chicken are excellent. Oh, and you can park on Moline or in the back! Check out my site where my latest post explains it all... read more

The food is good, not so much the service or the prices ... For being a simple taqueria I think it's a little pricy today I paid around $30 for two hamburgers and two drinks, everything on there menu is a little over priced and every time I go it just gets more expensive I think there are other equally good places that serve authentic Mexican food for lower more reasonable prices I mean part of the taqueria aspect should be that it's cheap or at least not like i Just had lunch at Olive Garden or something the service is really disappointing there's one female employee typically always at the register when I go who's very rude and your required to Clean up after yourself and wipe your table when your finished eating so pretty much, tacos junior is just a place to eat overpriced food that you can get anywhere else nothing too special about it read more

ELOTE! Thats all i can say. like a taste of home. nicely done homies!

Best food in town i love this place all mexican food and it delicious my favorito son las enchiladas de mole poblano

This place is authentic! You know what I mean if you have eaten from a taco cart in Mexico.