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    Wapos Cantina Thornton

    3.8 (58 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Beef and chicken fajitas
    Bobbi Jo J.

    We had a large party and needed a last minute place to each so we chose here. The service was amazing and all of the staff were helpful. We had a toddler with us and they sat us next to a little play house they had in the restaurant which was so accommodating! The restaurant was spacious,had a full bar and it was not super loud so you could have a full conversation. CAUTION: all of the food was SPICY ! We ordered the ceviche and that had a good kick. I ordered the chili verde chicken enchiladas( I did not get a photo) and the green sauce was so hot I could not even eat it and I can do spicy. I opened the enchiladas and ate the just chicken which was not spicy and delicious. Their beans were some of the best beans I have eaten. My daughter ordered the chicken and steak fajitas and she said the beef was grisly but chicken was great. Nachos were good no spice. Just before you order, if you do not like a lot of spice be sure to ask the server what the spice level is.

    Sorry, I started eating lol
    Brian H.

    I can't say enough great things about Wapos! If I could give it 10 I would. First the service is amazing, all servers jump in and help out. There is not one person that won't stop by and make sure everything is "bueno" Did I mention the salsa? Always consistent and served in a large bowl ready for a full chip to fit in. It is in my humble opinion the best I've had in years and I eat Mexican out weekly. I'm in the Brighton area that is known for Mexican and they don't hold a candle to Wapos! Food quality is excellent and presentation beautiful! I have been three times and super impressed by food presentation, service, and taste! I also not have one desire and that is my meal as amazing as it was wasn't accompanied by beans n rice. Not a big deal as I didn't finish everything but miss that bit of the meal.

    Tacos
    Mike G.

    Tasty spot in a strip center in Thornton. We met some friends there, and service was friendly. Chips and salsa were respectable. I had the shrimp fajitas, which were delicious. My wife also liked her soft tacos. Prices were reasonable as well. We'd stop in again next time we're in the area.

    Enchiladas
    Taine D.

    I was seated quickly and provided a drink promptly. I sat outside on the patio and it was perfect for the hot summer afternoon. I tried to enchiladas with verde sauce and they were delicious. And the chips and salsa? Fire! Was pleasantly surprised by this place!

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    Monica P.

    Absolutely excellent food and even better service. Emilio is definitely one of the best servers I've ever had. He is so welcoming and fun and nice, he made the experience better for sure. We will 100% be back to this location. The restaurant is very clean and beautiful and cozy. If I could give this place more stars I would. Please come experience it for yourself, it will be worth it I promise.

    Lindsey P.

    The food is delicious! Service was top notch! Dog friendly outside very clean and peaceful The salsa is a must have!

    Crispy Rellenos
    Rodney V.

    I ate here when it was La Fugota, no noticeable changes. Food was good , service was very good. My friend had 3 enchilada plate, it looked really good. I'll probably come back another day!

    Cold as Phuck Cheese Enchilada's with no sauce.

    I literally just left there, I live 5 miles from the Thornton restaurant. This food is pure SHIT! It is cold, no enchilada sauce on 3 enchiladas and about a tablespoon of retried beans and 2 tablespoons of rice. The order is wrong!!! I also ordered queso and guacamole...the queso is so salty my wife thru it out. The guacamole is so buried under days old tomatoes that we thru it out because it looked spoiled!!! I ordered 2 cheese & onion enchiladas and the cheese is not melted in the corn tortilla...this place should be shut down!! I went over my order 3 times with the guy and he still messed it up. My wife ordered crispy rellenos...no sauce & mushy!!! People, do not go here! This place is ran by amateurs and morons!!!! Check out the pictures.

    Jennifer D.

    We almost walked out because it just looked like a bar, but around the corner were more tables. The menu look normal and decent prices so we stayed. Glad we did. The food was very good and we will go back. The chili con queso was a little bland and the salsa not my favorite, but not so spicy you couldn't eat it. The rice was perfect. Exactly as Spanish rice should taste like. We sat in the front bar area and the tables were short and the seating was like a couch and living room chairs. Great for a date or just having a relaxing meal.

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    Best service we've had in a long time. Food was great, came out fast, and our waiter was friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back!

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