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    Denver Fresh Mex

    3.7 (90 reviews)
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    Cassie P.

    No trip to Denver is complete without breakfast burritos. Denver Fresh Mex seemed like a solid, no frills spot to grab one and I'm glad I found it thanks to Yelp. You can snag a discounted breakfast burrito for $2.50 and the filling changes depending on the day. I wasn't feeling the flavor of the day so opted for a bacon, egg and chile (inside) which was $6.00, along with an orange juice. The menu is pretty large and features other Mexican favorites if you're not grabbing breakfast. The burrito hit the spot. It was quite large so I didn't mind paying $6 but of course, $2.50 is a steal! There are only a few stools inside for seating and a patio outside with tables if it's not cold. Overall though, I'd say this spot is best for grab and go. There's a parking lot which makes it easy to stop in!

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    Ivy B.

    What a hidden gem! Hilarious that it's right out in the open but you would never know it. I was in the mood for a breakfast burrito on my morning walk so decided to look on my map for options nearby. Saw this place has good reviews and $2.50 breakfast burritos so decided to give it a go. From the outside, this place looks kind of rundown so I wasn't sure what to expect. Tip, when you go inside there is a little call bell next to the counter. You can also order from the window outside, but I only recognized that after seeing a couple guys do it. The person that came to greet me was so friendly and had a great energy about her. The service was fast - since it's only a burrito of the day, I imagine they batch prep. Coffee was really hot and good. So glad I found this place!

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    Wendy L.

    I'm thrilled that Yelp isn't destroying this place and the reviews are good and fair! The exterior of the building and deck ARE dilapidated and I wasn't entirely sure the restaurant was actually operating until checking it out recently. Give it a shot. The entrance is along Franklin, so the impression you get when driving by it on Colfax is a little misleading. Ignore the deck, a little adventure in turning a blind eye to structural soundness keeps you humble ;). CO is expensive, and this place offers a good value in comparison to what you'll get within much of Denver proper. I've gone here 5 times in the last 2 weeks. A sweet soft spoken woman always takes my order and gives me my food at the window. I expect it is family owned and operated, she has a lovely demeanor, and the food comes out fast. The exterior walk up option is great during Coronavirus times, and she always is wearing a mask. I've tried all of their $2.50 ($2.70 including tax) breakfast burritos that are offered each weekday from 7-11am. It's a bargain! To be honest, I can't really decipher a difference between them as I mostly taste the chili and potatoes more than the meat of the day, but that's fine with me. I believe they make a whole bunch of them each morning and then they sit waiting for you, but they taste fresh and are always at the right temperature, so if they've been hanging around for a couple of hours depending on what time you go, that's fine with me. I will definitely be picking up more $2.50 breakfast burritos in the future. I really think they are as tasty as a bunch of other pricier breakfast burritos you'll find around Congress and Cheeseman Park. I've also tried their $8 Chicken Burrito Smothered, which came to $8.64 including tax. I am unsure of what the difference might be between what I got and the "Smothered Deluxe" but I saved myself 50 cents in any case?! It was plenty large and filling. For my taste, I wish it was just a skosh less spicy, but I think that can be attributed to my own wimpy and classless palate more than their seasoning choices. I am not sure I'd get it again but I was happy with what I got size and cost wise, and the chicken was This is my kind of place. I hope they hang in.

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    Eleanor C.

    Is this place a hidden gem?! I can't believe I've never been. $2.50 breakfast burrito of the day between 7-11AM on weekdays. And they're only about $5 normally. I really want to go back and try some of their other dishes :)

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    Mileena D.

    Best Bang for your buck. It's a tiny little building with a grand menu with many to choose from. I opted for the beef taco and guac tostada, my cousins got a enchilada, smothered burrito, bean burrito, chips, guac, and salsa. We went to sit on the patio where there is covered seating by umbrellas. Food was given at around the 10 minute mark and we feasted. I was disappointed because I got a crispy taco rather a soft taco - I saw on reviews they had soft tacos so that's what I was expecting. The beef is actually really dry and needed to be doused with salsa. Taco Bell had more moist meat than that. The tostada had a generous amount of guacamole and a whole salad on top, however the actual taste of the guac was on the sour side and I wish they opted for a chunkier guac rather than super smooth. Because it is a mom and pop and everything's cheap, I'm not overly upset about my meal. I went back in to get some churros just to fill myself up more, and they came out piping hot and were delicious. My cousins portion were huge, their chips and salsa/guac were delivered in tubs which we did not expect. Parking is available here as well and service is nice.

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    Grilled tacos are good and greasy. Regular bean and beer tacos are good too! Nice little hole in the wall.

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    The weekday breakfast is great and the service is even better. This place is the cleanest on Colfax!

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    Good was fast and quite tasty. Enchiladas weren't great but the tacos, tostadas, and quesadillas were great. Salsa is spicy and fresh!

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    Super friendly, food comes out very quickly and their magical hangover curing delicious breakfast burritos aren't bad either!

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    Omg! I ordered the grilled taco plate and it's the best Mexican food I've ever eaten. Happy happy

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    Nothing special. Food was okay. But honestly, I could make better huevos rancheros myself.

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    EXCELLENT service and food, every time. Breakfast and lunch are quality. I'll keep coming back!!

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    Love this place. I'm just sorry it took me so long to try.

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