We used the mobile app they recommended and when we ordered, it said the food would be ready in 30 minutes. It took 40, but it's Saturday night so we understood. However, when we got home we realized our food was cold. The rellanos were soggy despite not being smothered, and the cheese in the enchiladas wasn't melted. Our food was most likely sitting there the whole time he was waiting. There were no rice or beans included and each combo plate was $18!! I know times are hard, but that's insane. No other Mexican place we eat at costs this much and they all come with rice and beans. This is the second time we've tried this Wapos and both times have been awful so are scratching them off the list. read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - 3 Combination Plate with cheese enchiladas and a crispy rellano. - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

We've been to Wapos Cantina 5 or 6 times since moving to Thornton Dec 2024. Service was excellent, friendly and bar area seating is fun. Salsa served with chips was fresh and spicy just how we like it. Guacamole appetizer was creamy and delicious. Order two large Reposado margaritas which were a bit strong and tasty. For dinner we shared combo fajitas served sizzling. Wapos is one of our go-to favorite Mexican restaurants. read more

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. read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Beef and chicken fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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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. read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Sorry, I started eating lol - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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. read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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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! read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

The food was expensive and very generic with small portions. Nobody in the restaurant and service was slow, drinks are so expensive I didn't even try one read more

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. read more

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Amazing food! Wonderful and friendly service. Such a cute place! Will definitely be back! Absolutely loved it!!!! The enchiladas were soooo good. And what fantastic service. Friendly, professional and a delight. Thank you! read more

I ordered a Chimichanga and the beef was so spicey I could barely eat it. But the worst part was in the beef was two whole bay leaves. Those are supposed to be removed before serving. They do not digest. Won't be back. read more

Food was not good. Queso was bland, mole enchilada had a terrible flavor . Cheese enchilada hard and cold. Chicken taco was the only decent thing and have it dressed up. read more

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

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

Came here 2 weeks ago and had a decent meal, I personally didn't like the queso but my husband did, the first time the vegetarian tamales were good, tonight, they were awful. One bite in and my husband was literally and I mean literally spitting them out because it felt like he was chewing on rocks of some sort. He tried again, but kept getting the same texture. I was lucky enough to only have a small piece like this happen to me, but him spitting them out ruined my appetite. They were nice enough to take these off of our bill, however the 4 corona lights were $31! I have NEVER in a million years paid $31 for 4 beers at a restaurant, 7.99 a piece for Mexican beer at a Mexican restaurant. The only thing that was decent was the salsa but just like other reviewers said, they leave the chips out with all the flies all over the place. Needless to say, I won't be back. read more

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! read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Crispy Rellenos - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

10/10 recommend!! We have had Wapos dozens of times since it opened. It is always consistent regardless of whether we eat in the restaurant or get it to go. We LOVE Wapos! It is our go to spot for Mexican food and margs! read more

Went here for lunch today with my wife and son and honestly was a poor experience. First issue was there were roughly 30 flies in the establishment bothering all of the patrons sitting in the front area which made it nearly impossible to eat or sit comfortably for more than 15 seconds at a time. The table next to us was bothered as was the other two tables behind us. I get there's not much anyone can do at that moment but I don't get how that many flies are in the restaurant. Second issue I took my toddler son to the mens bathroom and literally the floors were sticky every step you took, pretty gross. As for the food my son's chicken nugget meal was literally Dino nuggets from a grocery store and over deep fried if that, my flutas were pretty bland not to mention they charged extra for chicken but didn't mention it when ordering (sad on menu chicken or beef so one would assume it was one or the other). Two fountain sodas cost $9 which seems excessive. The only bright spot my wife enjoyed her quesadilla as they were pretty well stuffed, but the fact she was as making faces the entire time trying to eat amongst the flies didn't make it any better. Not sure if this was bad circumstances or the normal but probably won't go to this one again. The workers were friendly but couldn't enjoy a meal today. read more

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. read more

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Pretty good overall. House salsa was excellent, guacamole appetizer was very disappointing. Entrees were basic run of the mill Mexican food. Unsweetened iced tea was $4.50 each. Lunch for two with tip $60 not in a rush to go back. read more

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. read more

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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!

Last minute decision to grab a bite for dinner and was not disappointed. We were greeted and seated without delay. Chips and salsa arrived quickly with our drink order made at the same time. Chips and salsa were very good in my opinion, even had a second round with dinner. We ordered the combo plates which didn't disappoint either. My go to is the soft Chile Relleno & this one was decent. Most Rellenos are battered up and deep fried. This one wasn't, but came out whole and stuffed with cheese and was baked and topped with a little green chile. The green chile was good, not the best I've had but definitely good. Overall a pretty fair dinner outing. Service was prompt, food pretty good, ambience so so. Interior decor needs some love but I'd definitely go back again. read more

we have been waiting for this location to open. It did not disappoint. the food was very good. the service was excellent. this will be our new regular spot. read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Chimichanga with rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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The food is delicious! We have been a few times and tried different dishes each time. The margaritas are on point. The only negative is the service, but the food, drinks and atmosphere make up for it! read more

This was our first experience at this restaurant after the change from the old one and we were very pleased. The food was amazing and the presentation was wonderful. We were greeted by a friendly smile and the service was at the right pace that we didn't feel rushed. The ambience looked similar to the other restaurant but it had some fun lower tables. I liked the food choices with the traditional options as well as some that are more unique. We will definitely come again. read more

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Check your bill! The food is okay but the place is seems scammy and not the cleanest. We were in last on a slow night, sat at the bar and there were only a few others in the restaurant total. Not being that hungry, my husband and I split a meal - the bartender seeming annoyed this was all we wanted asked if we wanted beans, rice and the fixings which we said no. We also asked if they had spicy green chile, planning on getting normal otherwise but the bartender said yes. The "spicy green chile" was their normal with a bunch of crushed red dumped into it - not good. They included the items we didn't ask for with the plates (rice beans guac) & were told that was a kitchen mistake not to worry. Then when we got our check we were charged for all the extras and another item we didn't order so had to have that fixed. I'd think a mistake but when we arrived an elderly couple paying their bill had a bunch of incorrect charges on their check as well, I can't help but wonder how many people just don't notice this. read more

I had been to this store under two previous managements and wasn't impressed so I was hoping for the better this time. They came out with the basket of chips and salsas. First time that I disliked any Mexican restaurant's salsa. I then ordered the chimichanga. I have to give it an average at best. Will I come back, time will tell. read more

Good food but they don't listen to you! I ordered tamales and got enchiladas. We thought we ordered a flan after we ate and repeated it 4 times but it wasn't on the check. When server walked by we asked again where's the flan? He acted so surprised! Then brought it with another tab! read more

Only has 1 star because I have to. Don't eat here if you want to be eating with flies. I shared my coke and fajitas with about 10 flies. Chips are left out on the counter near the drink machines, which is where all the flies were focused. read more

The food is delicious and the service so welcoming. My sister and I were in town visiting a sister and brother in law and were introduced to your restaurant which was such a treat! Will definitely visit again when in town. read more

Tonight I came to Wapos new location for the first time and had a 10/10 experience! We were immediately asked what kind of table we wanted, and chips and salsa hit the table before we even fully sat down! The bathrooms were spotless. The service was fast and the food was amazing. The staff is so friendly and I'm so happy they opened this location! read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Bar Area - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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We decided at the last moment to try this restaurant. We were pleasantly surprised! The servers were kind and professional and the food was great! I found their salsa to be flavorful with a bit of spice - and did NOT taste like Mexican ketchup. The plates that came to our table were very unique - not your typical round plate, but long rectangular ceramic ware. And the food presentation was very nicely done. I had the crispy rellanos and my partner had the carnitas tacos. We will definitely go back! read more

Great service, good food, nice patio seating. We had a group of 8 celebrating a birthday. We got in right when arrived and were able to sit outside. Our waiter was awesome. The food was good. I liked the ceviche. My friend got the fish tacos and the serving size was huge! Perfect for sharing if you wanted to. Also, pretty affordable! A hidden gem, for sure. read more

Upgrade from the old restaurant for sure. Great ambience up front. Relaxing and comfortable. Great hosts and customer service. Prices were reasonably and food was good. A must try is the enchiladas. The sauce is Amazing. read more

If I could give more stars, I would. Food is so refreshing and I did this as takeout. Ordered shrimp fajitas. Deelush. Chips deelish. Wife had cheese enchiladas and she raved about them too. Awesome dinner. read more

If i could give 6 i would! The ambience is unmatchable! The staff is attentive funny and friendly! The food is SO MF GOOD I CANT EVEN!!!!! read more

Wapos Cantina Thornton - Fajita trio with tacos Al carbon - Mexican Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

Great food and service! We sat on the deck and enjoyed a delicious margarita. The salsa has a kick, super tasty. Highly recommend. We will be back. read more

Try to call and place and order. Music too loud could not hear. And the person taking the order did not know what was in the bean and Cheese Burrito. Called in to place an order ASKED what come with the bean and Cheese and he said bean and rice. I asked if that was inside or on the side. He had no clue. How do you not know. read more

My new favorite place for Mexican food! The atmosphere is fun but not too loud. Service is friendly, awesome and quick. Best of all is the food. Huge helpings and the carnitas is incredible. And enough to take home for lunch tomorrow (if I can make myself stop eating it). read more

They are new. Super busy. We are happy to see them doing well. The server told us only open 3 weeks. Still some growing pains. Service was slow. Items missed. Most food was tasty. Rice was not fully cooked. Free chips and salsa was yummy. Took a long time to check out. We will try again. Good menu and prices. They worked hard and need more help. read more

The service was fine and the ambiance was decent. The look and decor hasn't changed much from when the restaurant was called La Fogata. The food though? not good at all. The salsa is decent but that's the only positive I can come up with. The guacamole was under seasoned and bland, which is odd because the beef in the burritos was so over salted it was basically inedible. The green sauce that smothered the burrito separated and left a puddle of oil on the plate that was very unappetizing. We also had chili Rellanos and they were easily the worst I've ever had. It tasted like they were fried in old oil, and the cheese inside of them had terrible flavor and an odd consistency. They came with a small side of green chili that didn't come close to smothering them. The rice and bean sides were dry and didn't seem fresh. Neither of us could make ourselves eat more than a third of what was served. I will not be returning here and wouldn't recommend it. read more