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    El Borrego Negro

    5.0 (11 reviews)

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    Janelle J.

    This hidden gem is so good! Our friends suggested we stop here early on Sat (only open on weekends) & so happy they did. We walked through the back alley to get to the entrance. Upon finding it, you'll immediately feel the homey welcoming vibe. Limited menu but everything is so intentionally cooked. We ordered a watermelon agua fresca, lamb quesadilla, a steak taco and a lamb taco. Truly felt like I was in a friend's backyard BBQ. Highly recommended!

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    LARENA M.

    This isn't just fantastic Mexican food, it's a whole experience! Literally feels like u r in Mexico! Just go and u will understand! GPS to La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal and it is in the alley behind it.

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    Natalia S.

    My favorite hidden gem "opening" of 2025: the perfect lamb, pork, and rabbit tacos -- a can't miss! El Borrego Negro by Chef Jose Avila is serving the real deal Hidalgo-style barbacoa -- the kind that should have you planning your weekends around it! (Barbacoa is made by slow-cooking the animal underground all night.) Located behind La Diabla -- enter through the alley and follow the music. Sat & Sun | 8AM-3PM (or until sellout... and they do sell out!) Here's what to order: - Barbacoa by the pound - lamb or pork with fresh tortillas, consommé, & all the fixings - Rabbit (conejo) tacos - unique, savory perfection - Chicharrón quesadilla - crispy, cheesy bliss - Pulque - traditional, sacred Mexican drink made from fermented agave sap - Micheladas, of course Fun fact for my new Denverites (and why I put "opening" in quotes at the start): If you know, you know -- this started as Denver's best-kept secret in 2020, when Chef Jose Avila bought a flock of sheep in NoCo and would cook a whole sheep underground overnight, serving it up fresh every Sunday morning out of his X'Tabai Yucateco food trailer out on Morrison Road. Now, the legend lives on in the heart of downtown.

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    Morgan A.

    This place is so so so good. Cool atmosphere & amazing food. Open Saturday & Sunday and worth the wait.

    Tomohawk taco and conejo tacos

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    absolutely amazing food ! The service is decent but the vibe here is a must ! a true authentic experience

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    This is a hidden gem in Denver Taco de borrego Taco de conejo Taco Chivo Definitely a must if u are in Denver.

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    Alma Fonda Fina is indeed the greatest of its kind in the City, not a place just to eat but to gain…read moreexperience of find cuisine. This place requires online reservations ahead of time. Place is cozy, right on the corner, very natural earthy interior design, makes it feel like vacation and very different from rest of Denver vibe. Foods are beyond just tasteful, feels like a whole experience with every bite. You typically need 4 to 5 plates for a party of two, each plate is elegantly designed and crafted. It comes out as a pure perfection, the house cocktails are unique above all is the avocado margarita, which is one of the exotic cocktails of all. Staff are extremely professional, not too friendly, not too cold, just the right amount of politeness to make one comfortable. For my fellow Denver folks, you have to visit this place to experience contemporary Mexican dishes, which, by the way, most of them taste more towards a comfortable level of spicy.

    We finally got in to try out this Michelin star hype fest, and we did thoroughly enjoy the service…read moreand the meal. Our server was very knowledgeable without being too pushy or over explanatory. We tried the big eye tuna ceviche, the scallops and the classic braised lamb shank. We loved two of the three however the big eye tuna was a bit of a flavor bomb and the tuna did not stand out. There was way too much going on and we kind of just felt like it was a salty mess. Denver is lucky to have a culinary gem like this and we look forward to returning to try some of the new creations!

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    Bar seating where we could enjoy seeing the chefs working hard to make our dishes

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    Bar seating where we could enjoy seeing the chefs working hard to make our dishes
    Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

    Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

    4.2
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    4.3 mi
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    A friend recommended this spot, and I'm so glad! We went on…read moretaco Tuesday and had no problem getting bar seating (or there were a few tables available) around 5pm but I noticed after 6pm people were waiting for seating. The food was delicious! We got $2 chips and salsa off the happy hour menu and the queso con soyrizo (not on HH menu) which was served with warm tortillas. Honestly we probably didn't need all that because the tacos were so good I could've just filled up on more of the tacos, but still was a great meal! I ordered the lengua, pastor, and taco special (breaded shrimp). They were all so good. Think taco quality of a good street taco spot but with the ambiance of a cute tex mex bar. The bartender was great and made a solid marg ($8 on happy hour). You get a great deal on taco Tuesday but I'm sure you'd get great service and quality any day of the week!

    Good meal but a lot of work and hassle!…read more Very limited parking. Left side of the building are a few parking spots shared by several businesses. Good luck getting a spot. Then you are driving the neighborhood hoping to find a spot. Finally parked and walked to the restaurant. Host told me it would be 30 minutes but the actual wait was 50 minutes. Spend so much time parking and then waiting, at what point do you give up and leave empty handed? Restaurant is VERY LOUD. Finally got a table and ordered OFF MENU. Server agreed to substitute shrimp for my enchiladas and they were good! Fresh corn tortillas were the highlight. Ordered tres leches cake and enjoyed it too. Was a nice meal but just not worth all the hassle.

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    Perdida - Mexican Kitchen

    Perdida - Mexican Kitchen

    4.0
    (417 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    I don't even know where to start, but besides saying I'm surprised this spot is not reservation…read moreonly. Nina is amazing! The Marisol cocktail feels like a Hawaiian vacation. The garlic grilled shrimp and queso are top tier! Do yourself a favor, and go visit. Feels like my new favorite.

    Four of us went to Perdida Kitchen for an early Father's Day dinner and we were very glad we did!…read moreIt is on the very busy strip near Washington Park which we don't often frequent because it is indeed very busy. But this was Monday evening and we were seated immediately. Our server said that we had 5 minutes left for Happy Hours--thank you!!--so ordered Caliente Margaritas and appetizers. The nachos were delicious--and messy! The Margaritas were as well. I had a nonalcoholic Athletic Brewing Company Cerveza Atletica (Mexican style copper). There were several other NA cocktails and beers available as well. We were all very pleased with our entrees. They were all luscious. Two of us are vegetarian and there were plenty of choices. I had Crispy Avocado Tacos, which came with black beans, and a side of Street Corn--both great choices. My friend had quesadillas and Potato Flautas , which I tasted and almost wish I had ordered as well. Our carnivore gentleman partners were also very happy, with one of them choosing a sampler, "Perdida's 'Best Of' Plate." Perdida is a great new addition to the Wash Park area.

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    Special of the day: Steak tacos - excellent!

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    Special of the day: Steak tacos - excellent!

    El Borrego Negro - mexican - Updated July 2026

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