Alas the Blue Bonnet from yore is no more. This is a somewhat lessened version where margs and dishes are no longer a foodie's delight. Is it good? Yes. But it's a far cry from the great place it was. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Chimi Changa - (not deep fried) and Ceviche Tostadas - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Couldn't be more disappointed in the state of this place... this was my grandmothers favorite restaurant before she passed away. We came on a slow day and service left us frustrated and alarmed they were serving $9 bud light. This place has always been on the expensive side but felt worth the price. Unfortunately this place has gone downhill and no longer feels that way. I don't think I will be coming back here. Hopefully they turn things around. read more

Food is very bland .service was good. It didn't have any spice to it. We did get in and out quickly.

We've been going here since the 1990's and it's still a family favorite. Great Tex-Mex and the salsa is amazing.

this restaurant really used to be a Denver staple. Revisited after 5+ years and was so highly disappointed in the flavor of the ground beef, the chewy/disgusting steak inside the chimichanga and the watery salsa and green chili. Their "guacamole" tastes like avocado paste you'd find at the grocery store. they've turned into more of a sports bar with really terrible food. read more

They've done it again! Not in a good way, I vowed not to go there again but out of town visitors is the exception. They have priced themselves out of business. Are there new owners? $22 for a chimichanga? I laughed. Probably why it was empty , just like the last time. This restaurant established itself as an affordable, good food place. The food was good, not great. The prices were ridiculous! They are in trouble. Never again unless my brainless visitors insist on going. Oh, and weak Margaritas. Bye, Bye. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Look at this bullshit kitchen fee. No one said a word about it. - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Haven't been in 12 years, but remembered it being good! Nope! Not anymore! So overpriced and not good. Vegetarian queso was nasty, which the waitress said would be bland. Pork green chili was tasteless. Overall an expensive mistake. Won't be back! read more

Amazing food! We went on a week night for 'early' dinner. I had the chili relleños with cheese and red sauce (vegetarian), beef stuffed burrito smothered in green chili sauce and chicken tacos. The meals all came with yummy rice and beans. Everything was hot and delicious! Definitely recommend. read more

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One of Denver's best Mexican restaurants! They have the most delicious and fresh food, the Mango Salad and the Chimichangas are always a hit. The chips and salsa always very tasty. The staff and service and some of the best, they have the friendliest people here. And the Ambiance is sooo Denver. 10/10 must try. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Mango Salad - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Broasted chicken Superior service Great vibes Lots of locals enjoying lunch and conversation read more

The food was just ok. The chips and salsa was the best. The service was good. The server was friendly. They have an outdoor patio so it was a nice evening to eat outside. read more

The service was amazing. I ordered meal then the waiter brought the foods less than 5 minutes. It was "wow". Drink was delicious. I had watermelon margarita. Yummy! Burrito was so good!! Thank you. I will definitely be back soon.. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Watermelon margarita. - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Decent chips and salsa, had burrito smothered. The green chile was not spicy but ok flavor. Service was good but this wasn't anything special. read more

It had been many years since I had been here last and now I'm kinda starting to remember why. My son chose the restaurant. Walked in and it literally hasn't changed at all since I was here a long time ago. Still has the dive atmosphere but that doesn't bother me. We were seated immediately (this was around 1:00 in the afternoon). The place was busy but not packed. We were immediately brought chips, salsa and bean dip. The bean dip tasted good but was pretty unappetizing to look at as it looked like what you find in a baby's diaper. I ordered a Margarita and it came out fairly quickly. It was okay, but had very little ice in it. Definitely have had better. I ordered a beef tostada and a side of rice. My son had a combo platter. We received the food fairly quickly. The food tasted good, but when I bit into my Tostada it completely fell apart. So had to eat it with a fork. They did give me a good portion of rice. My son enjoyed his meal. One big ding, I went to the women's restroom and walked in a stall....I'll spare you all the gory details but let's just suffice that someone was having a major digestive problem. So gross! I walked out and approached who I assumed was the manager and he confirmed that he was. I was very polite but told him I hated to be the bearer of bad news, but that the restroom needed immediate attention and he acted kinda pissed and disinterested. I don't know if he thought I was the guilty party or what, but do you want your patrons, who are eating, to walk in and see that? Needless to say, I lost my appetite. Overall, not a terrible experience but I wouldn't bust my ass to go back anytime soon. read more

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At first I was skeptical when I entered bc it had heavy cafeteria vibes and the chips are cold, BUT the service was amazing and the main course & drinks were excellent. My husband and I both ordered fajitas but the server suggested we share because of the portion...he was not wrong. We left with enough leftovers to make 2 more meals. Pictures for proof of the size of the fajita plate. We also both ordered skinny margaritas and they were so good. HIGHLY recommend and give them a few minutes to win you over after they deliver the lack luster chips & salsa. read more

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A friend and I met there for happy hour. It has been years for us since we have been there and we were looking forward to it. The service was good. The quality of their food was disappointing. The chips and food were so bland. The carnitas taco was so dry. The margarita was so watered down like they were premade in a pitcher of ice and the ice melted. read more

First off the service was Impeccable I will give that 2 stars... as for everything else and a service fee, no thank you. First off it's expensive. The fajitas were $32 bucks??!! Everything on the menu was nearly $20.00 and the menu was basic and repetitive. For example, the chimichanga wasn't deep-fried and it was explained to us that it was basically a smothered burrito, then a few rows down, was an actual smothered burrito. Other items were like that as well. It was just a very odd menu. All in all, I will not be back. There are too many other restaurants in the area with a better menu that also do not charge a mandatory service fee for us was $2.50, which states.. "To help compensate our staff" ????? Then pay them more as you're charging an arm and a leg already. Overall just did not knock my socks off unfortunately BUT the waitress was bomb!!! read more

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Delicious burrito and rice! Green chili-yummy. Great service! Great happy hour. Try the pumpkin flan!

Very average Mexican food, with no concept of what a Chimichanga is! The first time I went to Blue Bonnet I was impressed, the other two times not so much. Their queso is a yellow, Velveeta cheese, tasting queso that doesn't seem to come out hot enough and is already solidifying. Their Chimichanga is just a sloppy wet burrito, a Chimichanga is supposed to be fried and yet this comes out smothered and soggy. The only redeeming quality is that I did enjoy their enchiladas, and they have a nice patio section. I was told this restaurant used to be better back in the day but they seem to have fallen off. read more

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My friend and I came here for dinner tonight and it's a cute and clean place to munch on some Mexican food. I got the seafood enchilada and it was filling and all, but the taste wasn't as memorable as some of the other places I've been to that served the same dish. Also the service was polite, but we weren't checked up on at all (the busgirl was more attentive than our waiter) but overall I'd rather come back for the drinks instead. Those margaritas are one of the best! The food? Not so much. read more

It was alright. Not bad, but largely bland. I ordered takeout. Here's what I had: 1. GUACAMOLE - I liked that it had a few red onions and cilantro. It could have used more salt, but that's simple enough to add. 2. QUESO - This was my favorite! It was the most flavorful of everything I had and didn't taste like it was poured from a can. It didn't get all oily and separated and heated up the next day very well. I would get this again for sure. 3. FAJITAS (STEAK) - They committed the greatest sin: the meat was overcooked. Granted, I bought it as takeout, so that's probably a little unfair, but it'd be cool if they took the takeout part into consideration. (And that's IF it would have been significantly different than ordering it dine-in.) Overall, the ingredients all suffered from blandness. The rice, beans, grilled onions, tomatoes... You throw it all together and add your own salt and pepper, it'd be fine, but it's kind of too expensive for just... meh. read more

Chimichangas are as good today as they were 30+ years ago. They are not deep fried but slow roasted cubes of well seasoned steak in a tortilla smother with cheese, a bit of guacamole and sour cream. A side of lettuce and diced tomatoes. Good margaritas, Modelo, chips, salsa and bean dip, Salsa need to be thicker and more flavor. I couldn't of asked for a better waitress, Jill was awesome and yes, I WOULD go back. read more

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A name like Blue Bonnet sounds like a diner or a place to grab brunch. But, nope it's a Mexican establishment and Blue Bonnet offers some solid Mexican Fare. We came here for lunch during our recent visit to Denver. Both the Burrito and Chicken Tacos were fine. The portion sizes were very generous. The service was great - our waitress was friendly and efficient. With a Yelp check-in, we got a free glass of House Margarita. The waitress actually gave us two free glasses! The chips and salsa could use some work, not quite up to par. But, the accompanying bean sauce was quite tasty and made the chips taste better at least. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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The margarita flight was good. The food was not. It was very bland and did not taste like Mexican food. There were three of us and none of us enjoyed it. Queso tasted mayonnaisey. The guacamole was watery. The ground beef was Taco Bell quality. The meat was roast beef trying to be passed off as Beria tacos. The service was decent though. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Queso? Sauce for the enchiladas. - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Wow! Used to come to this place decades ago,when you had to wait for an hour to get in. Just revisited tonight, it was probably the worst Mexican food I've had in Denver. Possibly taco John's my be equally as good. Too bad, used to be a super popular Mexican food place in Denver. Please if anyone tells you past stories of how it used to be a staple in the past, run away fast. Lost another great legendary place in Denver. To sad. read more

Love their beef chimi here but the last couple of times visitingI found the ambiance and food not as good as I had remembered it to be. I will give it another try and then after which if it still falls short of my grand memories, I will probably have to update my memory (and review stars). read more

There are times that you must go back to your childhood when you visit where you grew up and Blue Bonnet is one of those places for me. Forever I assumed that Chimichanga's were not deep fried because of my youth. I think I have only ever gotten the Chimichanga and will only ever get it. The cubed steak is great and the flavor is great. My only knock is the chips. They are huge chips, which is a plus, but they tasted a bit stale. The salsa is great, and I just wish the chips were better. I can always remember that was the only bummer of a visit, because I love me some chips and salsa. My wife went off script and got the Tacos al Carbon. The shells were a half hearted attempt at frying them to make them crispy, she picked out the meat and didn't touch the tortillas. Love the Chimi and will be back for it. read more

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Friendly service for our large group, loved the chile rellenos and sangria margarita. Steak in the chimichanga was well seasoned and liked the pork green chile too. Overall one of my favorite casual not overcrowded and mobbed places to eat in Denver. Second time here and will be back, like the old school vibe. read more

Should be zero stars.Have not been in years, thought it was amazing years ago. But last night was the absolute worst mexican food we have ever eatin.To let you know how bad it was. taco bell is 100 times better. Plus the chips and salsa were terrible and the price was unbelievable.Do not waste your time going here. WILL NEVER EVER GO BACK. WILL STICK WITH TACO BELL read more

It had been a couple years since we ate here last. This will be the last time. 3 of us had burnt chilI rellenos. I had a watery margarita. Probably one of the worst ones I have ever had. Then the 2.5 % extra charge for workers was the final straw. What a rip off! read more

After spending the day running errands with my mom, we decided a bite to eat was in order before the impending snowstorm. Mom is a sucker for Mexican and having driven past Blue Bonnet for years, it was time to check it out! SPACE: Although the building appears small from the outside, the space is actually quite large! With two dining rooms - one adjacent to the front door and another on the indoor patio area, and a large bar - there are plenty of options for seating for parties of any size! The interior is welcoming and cozy, featuring bright colors while offering historic charm - as this spot first opened in 1930! Definitely creates relaxed vibes! We were seating on the patio which was spacious and socially distanced between tables! SIPS: Although I wasn't planning on drinking during this visit (DD vibes), I couldn't resist taking up the Yelp check in offer of a free house margarita! Mom and I split it, which was the perfect addition to our meal. I'll admit it was a little watered down but can't complain about free. Their vast menu offers a variety of margaritas, beers and cocktails - so when in the mood, it's definitely worth indulging! SUSTENANCE: Being our first visit, we noshed on the chips and salsa first before deciding to split the seafood enchiladas. My mom and I both love seafood and often opt to order it when out to eat, so the idea off shrimp, crab, scallops and more loaded into tortillas and smothered with a creamy cheese sauce sounded divine. When the dish arrived, it looked different than how I pictured it, but we dug right in, only to both make the most awful face post bite. I'm not sure if it was the seafood mixture, or the sauce on top, but neither one of us liked it one bit. We notified our waiter and asked to see another menu to choose something else. I always feel so bad sending food back, but the dish was $20 and I'd rather pay for something I liked. Needless to say, we settled on the signature tacos - 1 Carnitas and 1 Chili Lime Chicken - both loaded with the fixins with a side of rice and beans. The dish arrived quickly and was absolutely delicious! The meat on both tacos were tender, well-seasoned and totally hit the spot! It wasn't the best I've had, but got the job done to fuel our hungry bellies. SERVICE: Although he seemed to have the entire patio to himself, our server was nice and friendly, attentive in providing our drinks and food quickly and made our experience enjoyable. The only major downside about this place is the parking situation. There is only teeny tiny lot in the front (which fills up extremely fast) and the Sam's Club parking adjacent to the lot. I noticed many people parking in the Sam's lot and walk over but talk about a nightmare and crowded area. There are also towing signs everywhere, which is heavily enforced, so just pay attention where you park! Other than that, this spot is A-Ok in my book and has potential for a return visit. read more

This place would be awesome as a greasy food mop/hangover cure, but if you're here sober or expecting good quality food, go literally anywhere else. I had the displeasure of visiting with a few friends recently and wasn't sure I was in the right place when the Uber pulled up. Sure enough... It's standard 'American' Mexican food, except with less flavor - if that was a possibility. I had a single chip to try their salsa and same with the bean dip and wish I hadn't. The salsa is watery and the bean dip just tastes like the stuff I used to make in college while in a complete state of disarray when foraging through my fridge. I did give the Chicken Mole Enchiladas a try - not totally sure what I was expecting - but it was a slight notch above the bean dip & salsa. Not recommended but edible. Pro tip: When I checked in to this fine establishment, I got a pop-up for a free margarita - nice! If you get the same offer, make sure to ask them to *actually* put tequila in the margarita because I'm fairly certain they just poured me a big cup of juice. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Chicken mole. Halfway decent flavor but the unmelted cheese and dried out rice was gross. And that's definitely not cotija cheese on top... - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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There are so many lovely Mexican restaurants in this city but Blue Bonnet takes the cake! (Or should I say Sopapilla's!) We had a last minute party of 20ish people to celebrate 3 birthdays and Eden was super accommodating and resourceful in our requests. Dude, we're talking 3 female Capricorns here so you know we're quite specific in celebrating our Births! The Steak Chimichanga is just one of those dishes you dream about and would walk through the blistering cold snow to appease your tummy with! Josh was our server; a doll of purity and graciousness! (Think of a birthday girl trying to sign a bill with a margarita in one had and a baby in the other -darling Josh held the baby bottle like the angel he is!) I highly highly recommend this marvelous venue for all of your festive gatherings! read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Santa baby - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This is a nostalgic restaurant! I was excited to come back here today for a late lunch. There were 4 tables sat, so quiet and during a lull for sure. I ordered a swirl margarita. The glass was much smaller than I remembered from the last time and the beverage was runny and cool- not cold or frozen. Based on the amount of sugar and lack/luster from the first beverage I ordered another margarita that was a step above their house... this is what EVERY margarita should be made like... hand-shaken and not sugar ridden with a hint of wells. My guest and I were starving so each ordered a plate. I had the chile rellenos with shredded chicken. The food was luke warm and the cheese inside the relleno was still shredded/not melted. I could only take one bite. After my personal bill was over $50 for 2 margs and a plate of food I was regretting coming here for the lack of love, warmth and excitement this place used to hold. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Chile Chili Relleno Dinner - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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This is a Guero restaurant. Been that way for a long time. I'm about as white as they come, but when I pay for a meal I'd like some flavor. And some Love, carnal!! Do yourself a favor and hit up a Taco Bell, Guey. read more

A long Denver resident took us here on a Saturday night and even he was disappointed. From the surly bar tender dealing with an empty bar, to the challenged servers and the $10 surcharge to switch shrimp for chicken on fajitas when shrimp tacos are an option on the menu. Guacamole, pico de gallo, refried beans all are not scratch made you can tell. Hot faucet in the bathroom was leaking steady like it has been for a long time. For good Mexican many other good and better options in this town. This just wasn't great in many ways. read more

Pretty good stuff! Got there at 5pm on a weekday so not a crowd. Seated quickly and waiter arrived at the same pace. Waiter was attentive but not overly so, so that was good. I ordered the Carnitas plate and was impressed by how much food was on this plate. I took it home and the next morning fried two eggs and put them on top of the meat, the rice and the beans and made two meals so at 10 bucks a meal, pretty economical. While I was impressed by the amount of food, I was really impressed by the taste of the food. Everything was delicious. I am in Denver for two weeks and like to try different restaurants but I am seriously thinking about trying this place again. I might try to find out how it got it's name, as the Blue Bonnet Cafe is not your typical Mexican restaurant name. I do like the name! read more

Despite being a Denver native, this was my first visit to the iconic BB. Unfortunately, it was also my last. I will give big kudos to the waitstaff for being fast, frieny, and efficient. The atmosphere is also pretty decent. At the end of the day though, this is a restaurant, so the food is key. BB oddly violates a restaurant rule that quality is inversely related to the quality of menu items. The menu was both very limited for a Mexican restaurant and also not very good. The chips taste stale and the salsa is watery and bland. The bean is just nasty. Our fajitas seemed ok at first, but after a few bites it became apparent there was basically no flavor except the spicy burn of the strange greasy red sauce they were marinating in. Rice was bland, beans were bland. The kicker was how my stomach ached all afternoon after eating here. Chalk it up to another blah Tex Mex Colorado experience. read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - Kinda cool decor. Very empty at lunch - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Sad food doesn't appear to have much love. Margs we're good. Better options out there.

Went for drinks around 3pm didn't have food but had chips and salsa. All was delicious the drinks house margaritas were perfectly done not too much liquor and drink ratio. They didn't do anything for birthdays which was a bummer because it was my sister's birthday. The outside patio is beautiful and relaxing also very cooling on the hot day we went. The staff were all wearing masks and gloves. Temperatures were taken and tables were 6 ft or more away. Bathroom was clean and also had a sign on the door about only 2 people in the restroom at a time. We will be going there again to taste the good smelling food! read more

Blue Bonnet Restaurant - House margarita! Taste yummy! - Mexican Near Me - Denver, Colorado