This place is a small hidden gem. It's not a big space, not a great atmosphere for like a night out or date night. However, the food is completely worth it every time. They have a lot of menu items, and I have yet to be disappointed. My husband loves the mole enchiladas, I love the birria tacos and I know the quesadillas are awesome and huge. Not a fan of their beans, just not for me but that's not what we go here for anyways. The service when ordering out is always great and fast. I don't order ahead a lot of times, as I'm usually only waiting maybe 10 minutes tops for an order of 3 dinner meals. Service for dine in could use some improvements. You can tell staff isn't used to a lot of dinning in, and sometimes are even themselves having their lunch in the dining area in the restaurant. It's all order at the counter, pay and they bring it out for you, so no table service which didn't bother us but not made known to customers right away. We always get food here though when we need good Mexican food. Flavorful, delicious, and portions are worth the prices, trust me. So if you just want good Mexican food done right, at a good price and don't need the big chain restaurant tacky decor ambiance, you have to give this place a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

No atmosphere Service is basic Had the carnitas nachos, carne asada tacos, ceviche and agua chili Nothing stood out. Tacos are greasy. Carnita nachos lacked flavor. Ceviche was super spicy. Pretty basic spot and the prices are really high. read more

This is the spot when I am craving Mexican food! My husband and I love coming here for all sorts of food! The service here is always the best as well. When you walk in, it really feels like I'm in Coco! Love the decor of this restaurant! When we come here these are a few things we love Birria Tacos 4/5 -- these tacos are always a hit! I do wish there was more flavor in the consomè. Breakfast Burritos 5/5 -- the cost of these burritos for the size is well worth it! My husband and I always share one and we're always satisfied! We love getting the el pastor meat! Chilli relleno 5/5 -- they always make their food so fresh and this stuff is always amazing! Drinks -- you can't go wrong with anything! They serve them in massive mugs too! We love the service, food, and how close it is to us! It definitely is a spot to check out if you're craving Mexican! read more

The Birria Plate was outstanding! The free chips were a great touch, and the salsa, both homemade and incredibly fresh, elevated the experience.They even provide two bottles of salsa to enjoy alongside the meal. The consomé stood out with its unique flavor, perfectly complementing the rich cheeses and savory birria tacos. On top of that, the customer service was excellent--attentive and friendly--and the restaurant itself was spotless, creating an inviting and comfortable dining atmosphere. read more

Taqueria El Compita - Quesa Birria Taco Plate - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

Pros: - GREAT customer service. So sweet - Free chips and salsa - Crispy birria tacos - The tacos were filled with meat and cheese! Cons: - There was no flavor in the meat or salsa. It was so bland. The consume had a unique flavor I'm not used to- cinnamon or something 9/3/24 read more

Taqueria El Compita - Carne asada street taco - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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Nothing special. People very nice but not impressed with food. The carne asada was not tender or flavorful.

Rip off. After ordering, they automatically added a 20% tip. For a standing order. Unreal. read more

Taqueria El Compita - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

By far the best food I've had in a while. I live 45 minutes away and make excuses just to go to Taqueria. Try the churros. And everything else. Service is amazing and the people are incredibly helpful and kind. read more

The best horchata & taquitos rancheros in Colorado the staff is great and the place is clean read more

Taqueria El Compita - My daughter chooses el Compita food for her sweet 16 meal Shiloh & Malakai enjoy their horchata & food - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

Great food that reminds me of authentic Mexican! Super fast too! I especially love the burritos and their salsa!

Good service and very helpful service and provide good quality customer care I love come back to here

Wife and I pass by all the time. We said we gotta try it! Food was super good! I would recommend this place for sure! Only thing is No Beer! But other than that super good! read more

This place is a hidden gem!! Classsic little hole in the wall decor. Small dining area. The stagf was so friendly and very attentive. Everything was delicious! The vegetable fajitas were some of the best I've ever had!! Huge portion of mixed vegetables! Wonderfully seasoned and served with a healthy side of beans and rice and toppings. They were cooked perfectly. Nice and tender but not soft and squishy! The chicken nachos were also incredible!! The homemade guacamole on top was soooooo good! Tasted fresh and was packed with flavor!! The fresh tortilla chips stayed crispy until the last chip and the marinated chicken was good! Finally I had an enchilada as well! The sauce was unlike any I have ever had! It was spicy, smokey and very good!! Probably the best enchiladas around. I go to a lot of Mexican restaurants and will definitely say that this is top 3 in my lifetime! read more

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The food and aguas frescas here are absolutely delicious, and the service was fast and good! I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for somewhere to eat! read more

So good! Stumbled on this place one day and decided to try it. It was delish so we went back again. Great service and friendly staff.

The food was terrible!! I ordered a Chicken Fajitas Taco salad, how can you mess that up?! The chicken was tough and chewy and disgusting! They put refried beans in the salad? Strange. I won't be ordering from there again, no thank-you!!!! read more

The food I purchased was not appetizing. The guacamole was watery, the queso was like a runny gravy. Bean burrito seemed to have canned beans Will not return even read more

Good authentic Mexican food, generous portions. Service is quick and staff is friendly. read more

Service was excellent I had the loc burrito with chicken fantastic hot sauce is super hot delicious green chili on point

Wow! Wow! Wow!!! Just moved to N Denver (Lived in Denver most of childhood and past 21 years) and this is THE BEST we have! Such nice staff. Street Tacos! Carnitas and Pastor. Can't wait to try this extensive menu! Want to come back for dinner!!! Thank you!!!! read more

Two words...FOOD POISONING. Days of sickness. Worst I have ever felt. I would rather get COVID than feel like that again. Guess I won't be eating their egg shell filled burritos ever again. read more

Y'all....10/10. I'm picky about my mexican food but this place went above and beyond my expectations. The fresh salsa that they serve was amazing, fresh cilantro and onions. I ordered the Quesabirria and an al a carte tamal covered in chile. The Consommé that came with the Birria was so delicious. You could taste the freshness as well as the seasonings. The tortillas seemed to be homemade which always makes food extra special. The Tamal hit the spot too, I'm a 50/50 girly so there was the perfect amount of Masa to meat. The people here were so nice and welcoming, assuring us that we came to the right place. Environment was very clean and had a clean smell mixed with good food as soon as you walk in. This restaurant takes pride in their food!! read more

Taqueria El Compita - 3 Quesabirrias With Consome - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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Amazing Mexican food and great customer service, they are very friendly and attentive to you all the time. This place feels like your at home with great music and great people. All of the food was authentic from the menu. read more

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who in the hell thinks this is good it's an embarrassment to Mexican food the beans are to light the rice is awful and not to mention the taco and enchilada I should of went to Taco Bell enchilada had huge uncut onions in it terrible go to Nogales on Washington read more

Second time in and another big WOW. Authentic flavorful food with friendly staff. We ordered a lot of different dishes and loved every bite. This place is over an hour drive from is but worth it! read more

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I ordered a smothered burrito, it took them about 15-20 minutes to make. The gentleman brought out to me, i brought it home, which I live across the street. The burrito was very cold and the chicken was very stiff! Will not be returning to this place ever! And the price on a cold burrito is not worth it! I recommend a better location! read more

Food is good, I would eat here all the time if my wife let me. Service is usually quick unless it gets busy like anywhere. I love the breakfast burritos they are my favorite. read more

5 star all day! Everything on the menu is well portioned and always amazing food. They never disappoint! Small place but never packed and food comes quickly! Always our go-to Mexican spot! read more

The Birria tacos are thick and hearty. They were very friendly and the food was fabulous. I can't believe they're right down the street from me. read more

Taqueria El Compita - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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First time. Bummer that I threw out more than half the meal. Their beans taste wrong. A distinct turkey gravy note. So smothered bean burrito and the beans on the side in the garbage. I don't understand how everyone doesn't note that. I mean we've all eaten at plenty of Mexican restaurants in the Denver area and I've never had beans anywhere that had that flavor. The rice was delicious and the taco was OK. read more

Extremely pleased since I don't have to drive to federal for some excellent street tacos. A nice family run business with pleasant customer service. My husband enjoyed his burger too! Support local especially during these trying times! read more

Taqueria El Compita - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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Really disappointed in this place. Husband ordered take out: a carne asada burrito for himself and carne asada fries for me. We get home, open the bag, and the carne asada fries has not a single piece of meat in there. We paid $14 for soggy fries with pico de gallo and sour cream. read more

Some of the best Mexican food in Colorado. Love the Birria Tacos, could have them every day! Awesome prices, easy and relaxing atmosphere. Definitely our family secret spot for some delicious food. read more

Taqueria El Compita - Heaven on a plate - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

The food was excellent and so was the service. We both got the QuessaBirria tacos and a carnita taco. So good!!! I also had the yummy Strawberry Aqua Fresca. We will be back! read more

Taqueria El Compita - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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I received a mailer coupon the other day and figured I would give them a try. Not your typical sit-down, but there are booths available should you choose to eat there after placing your order at the counter. Great customer service and the cashier was very patient with all my questions! We ordered the chicken mole (I'd prob pass on that dish next time), tamale plate, and 4 tacos...the carnitas (bomb!! Will definitely order that one again), chicken, asada, and pastor. They were good but the carnitas won the show. I also enjoyed the complimentary salsa and the pico and cucumbers that came with the plates and tacos. Wasn't a huge fan of the chicken mole since the chicken was cubed and texture wasn't consistent....and tons of mole..a little too much and on the sweeter side. I will however come back for the carnitas and try other items on the menu. Also, someone ordered 4 agua fresca de fresa (strawberry) and it looked amazing! I will be trying that once it gets warmer ;) read more

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I was craving Mexican food the other day and decided to try this place. It's an unassuming little restaurant with friendly employees. I prefer small, authentic, ethnic restaurants instead of big chain ones and this one fit my preferences. I ordered a California burrito-it's a HUGE burrito that is literally stuffed with meat (I ordered carnitas), French fries, guacamole, and pico de gallo and is smothered in cheese and chile sauce. It was the biggest burrito I've ever seen! The carnitas were cooked and flavored well, the fries were crispy, the guacamole was delicious, and the pico was fresh. I loved the 2 salsas that it also came with, I just wish they provided more containers of them since they only gave me 2 for the massive burrito. Only 4 stars instead of 5 due to the burrito being 1/3 meat and 2/3 fries/toppings. It was super filling and lasted me 2 servings (: read more

Service was quick and friendly. I dined in and ordered a horchata which came in a mug bigger than my head! Tasted homemade. I also had the quesobirria tacos with consume. The tacos were full of meat and the consume was rich and delicious. I could have eaten the broth all by itself. Definitely recommend and will be back. read more

The food was yummy! Good portions. The service went out of their way to check on us and served with joy. Really encouraged by their kindness. Also the salsa is usually the indicator of authenticity and flavor and it was very good. read more

Some of the best tacos ever. The queso birria tacos will change your mind about tacos. And the shrimp tacos might be a little better! For cool days the birria consumé, or pozole will warm you right up. The depth of flavor in thier food is amazing. Family owned, local business we like to support. read more

We debated on whether to give this place 2.5 or 3 stars. We had high hopes with the reviews. Honestly, it was very disappointing. The salsa wasn't bad, tasted like oregano. My hubby ordered the loco burrito with carnitas and it was smothered with verde even though he asked for green chili. It was cold. I had a carnitas burrito smothered in extra hot green chili. It wasn't hot, and the green chili had an odd flavor. We also ordered a side of rice and beans. None of the food had any flavor or heat. Honestly Taco Bell is better. The positives-good service, decent prices, large portions. We won't be back again. read more

Taqueria El Compita - Burrito loco - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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