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    Tamayo by Chef Richard Sandoval

    3.8 (1.4k reviews)
    PriceyMexican
    Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Adobo Chicken fajitas
    Ed D.

    Love the decor and ambiance. Tall ceilings with a very pretty mosaic at the front extending along the side of the bar. Lots of seating inside and outside and they apparently have a rooftop also. We came there for Monday dinner and it was packed. No wonder! Good service and tasty food. Our server James was very attentive and friendly. He also suggested the pork belly with avocado and chips and it was delicious. The pork belly was in crispy small chunks and the avocado dip had a lime flavor. I ordered the chicken adobo fajitas and it was both filling and very tasty. My friend ordered the quesa berria which was also good but I liked my fajitas better. We also got cocktails and a side of mesquite corn. Prices weren't bad. Great place in Larimers Square!

    Bonito Guacamole
    Stefanie C.

    3.5 stars. Service was great. Parking is typical for Downtown. My friend and I made a reservation for a Tuesday evening right before seeing a show at one of the DCPA theaters. My favorite dish was probably the Bonito Guacamole. It was hard to tell from looking at the menu what was guacamole and what was salsa, based on the header. We shared the Quesabirria and got our own tacos. I ordered Carne Asada. I did like the Quesabirria but found the Asada to be tough and dry. That's unfortunate. We didn't have room for dessert, but the margaritas were decent. I'm curious about a few other things on their menu so might try again - especially for happy hour!

    Veggie fajitas
    Kait S.

    Great food, ambiance, and service. I came here in a group of 5 and everybody loved their food and drinks. They don't allow a mix and match taco plate but we did that amongst our table (each ordering a separate and trading) and everyone enjoyed trying more taco types. I got their veggie fajitas which were great and I traded the flour tortillas for their blue corn ones to make it GF and it was delicious. Often fajitas are a 2 person meal but I wouldn't say that's true for theirs (at least for the veggie) more like 1 and a snack leftover meal. The interior is well decorated and has a really fun and upscale vibe.

    Migas Norteñas
    Makayla J.

    The food here was so mid, but I was really looking forward to trying this spot. The customer service was exceptional. I was expecting bolder flavors, and while the food was not bland (besides the eggs) they could've developed the flavors and added more birria meat to the Migas norteñas. The chipotle bacon I'm not sure if I missed the crispy part of the name, but it could be crispy without being overcooked and burnt which it was.

    Chicken Tinga Enchiladas
    Leslie B.

    My friend and I were walking around Larmier Square on a Saturday looking for a brunch spot and came across Tamayo. We walked in to find it pretty well occupied around noon, but still with some empty tables. We were seated right away. The decor was lovely. It was primarily natural, earthy tones, with succulents, and a big pop of color with bright murals above the bar, creating a warm glow. I was vaguely familiar with Chef Richard Sandoval due to his brief appearance on Top Chef, but didn't know too much about his cuisine. The brunch has a really fun and original idea in that you can order bottomless small plates for $42 per person or bottomless food and drinks for $59 in person, with a two-hour limit. I would have loved to try that, but we had a lot of plans that day so opted for the à la carte menu. I chose a mimosa and my friend chose a michelada. for our drinks We shared the ceviche. I ordered the chicken tinga enchiladas, while my friend ordered the fish tacos. We shared all of the food. The ceviche was excellent, flavorful and fresh. I enjoyed the enchiladas. The portion was generous. I wasn't too fond of the tacos. There was nothing wrong with them, aside from the fact that I don't like breaded fish, but they just didn't have a ton of flavor. I will say service started strong, but then fell off a bit. Our server and food runner were friendly, but it was hard to get extra utensils when we needed them. All in all, it was a great brunch spot. If I were in town again, I would definitely be tempted to try the bottomless brunch.

    Dessert: Empanadas de Platano**
    Michelle C.

    I was excited to dine here, and it did not disappoint! I love a restaurant that literally has so many yummy sounding options it's tough to choose...so you put it in the hands of your server (Stevie). My only request was light and flavorful. It was all so good! The Ancho Chile Margarita, Snapper Ceviche, Chile Relleno, and Empanadas de Plantano...all perfection!

    Tampiqueña* ** Tampiqueña*
    Brad B.

    Stopped on for a work lunch today, but think I'd only go back if someone else is paying or it's happy hour. The food was fine, but nothing outstanding. Everything tasted like it should but I was expecting bigger, bolder flavors. The appetizers came out quickly and had these cute serving pigs, but their feet were "well used" and kept flopping over. The homemade flour tortillas were nice. I had Tampiqueña was a good tasting but $32 seemed steep priced. The queso and pork belly guacamole are worth getting but ask for some extra chips. The venue is probably the highlight as it's well decorated and feels trendy.

    The bar
    Bill S.

    Service excellent, the food, not so much. Upscale "Mexican" read way overpriced. I judge Mexican restaurants by their quacamole. For $16, this quac was tasteless. Just smashed avos, no seasoning a couple big chunks of red onion an jalapeño. Dreadful. We stopped there. Sad.

    Cesar H.

    Tamayo makes a very strong case for fajitas being the perfect dish. They arrive sizzling, announcing themselves before you even see them. Ribeye, peppers, onions, tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, salsa. Everything you need, nothing you don't. You build each bite exactly how you want it, which honestly feels like self care. Chef Richard Sandoval and his team do this exceptionally well. The ribeye was cooked beautifully, full of flavor, and the accompaniments were fresh and generous. This is fajita excellence. What really surprised me was their mocktail program. We skipped alcohol entirely and didn't feel like we were missing anything. The drinks were thoughtful, balanced, and actually interesting. I left full, happy, and felt great the next morning, which feels very on brand for my 2026 goals. Do yourself a favor and order the ribeye fajitas. Get dessert too. Growth is about balance.

    Monita B.

    Absolutely loved my experience here! The decor is stunning--the perfect mix of chic and cozy, making it an ideal spot for a date night or a night out. The food was just as impressive, every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. To top it off, the cocktail menu is creative and the drinks were perfectly balanced. Exceptional service and a great vibe all around. I'll definitely be back! Shrimp and crab enchiladas was the best thing !!!!

    Special - margarita with ticket stub from Buell
    LInda C.

    Still my favorite in Larimer Square. 25 years and going strong. Something new, a "free" Margarita with your ticket stub from the Buell. Still loving my Camarones al Chipotle! Great service.

    Al Pastor Tacos
    Barbara S.

    I thought this place was great! I tried their al pastor tacos, and they did not disappoint. The salsa and lime really helped add that extra flavor I look for in a good taco. Everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. The service was also pretty good and added to the overall positive experience. My friend ordered the chile relleno dish and ceviche and could not stop raving about how delicious all the food was. I didn't try it myself, but honestly, thinking back, I'm kind of regretting not stealing a couple of bites. We came to celebrate a birthday, so of course we had to get churros for dessert, and they were so yummy. Overall, this was a great spot for a fun celebration or a casual night out, and I'd definitely come back to try more items on the menu. I heard their brunch is great!

    Mercado bowl
    Bonni R.

    My besties treated me to the bottomless brunch at Tamayo to continue my birthday weekend celebration. The decor is absolutely beautiful and the staff is attentive and efficient. Our server, Stevie, was friendly and made sure we had everything we wanted very quickly. All of the food was very good and we definitely had our favorites. The ceviche was a little mushy and Stevie let the kitchen know about that. Also, the chicken in the pozole was too tough to chew. But the enchiladas were all excellent. It was great being able to just have more of anything we wanted brought right to our table. They also offer bottomless cocktails with brunch but we opted not to include that. It was really nice that Stevie had a sparkler and "happy birthday" on the plate for our churros and the manager stopped by a couple of times to make sure we were happy. They do have a patio area and by the time we left it was full - just like inside. I definitely recommend having a reservation. I can't wait to go back and try more of the dishes at Tamayo.

    Shrimp Dish was good

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    Happy hour is amazing, great tacos and margaritas. Service was very good at the bar. Have not had table service before.

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    Solid enough food, but overpriced for the extremely small portions. Just ok service. I would not go back.

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    Serves ONLY brunch till 4pm Sundays, insane! What kind of delusional world do you live in that this makes sense?

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    Food and Drink was Perfect! Had a Tamayo drink=yum and then the appetizers of queso and empanadas. Very nice!

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    Do they offer skinny margaritas (less sweet/sugar and not with full-sugar mix)?

    Is the outdoor seating pet friendly?

    Yes, they're pet friendly for outdoor patio seating in the summer.

    Any require reservations?

    When I went about 2-3 weeks ago they were accepting walk ins. I went by last week and it wasn't full so I would assume walk ins are acceptable.

    Do they have heat lamps for outdoor dining? Are dogs allowed for outdoor dining?

    Hola! Yes, we have heaters on our rooftop patio, which is enclosed for the Winter months. Our front patio does not have heaters and is only used when weather is comfortable enough. Although we wish we could welcome furry friends, only certified… Read more

    We are going in for brunch with a group of 8. Do you know if its possible to order off the regular menu if others at the table are doing the endless brunch/bottomless drinks? Thanks!

    Hi Christalle! Unfortunately bottomless brunch must be enjoyed by the entire table.

    Do you have Vegan options?

    Yes we do! Please inform your server upon arrival and they will walk through all options with you.

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    Alma Fonda Fina

    Alma Fonda Fina

    4.7
    (276 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    2nd time and still my current #1 restaurant in denver. Food…read moreand service are both just fantastic. Took my parents this time for lunch. We shared 6 plates and we all loved it. The sweet potato still my favorite dish, but I hand to day the queso funfido from the happy hour menu was a close 2nd. If you go 2-5pm, I can't recommend this enough. You have to get it. Same as my 1st time going, I love this restaurant for their great dishes and flavor profiles. I absolutely feel like I'm paying for the food, and not any atmosphere or showsmenship, which for me is an important factor when recommending a restaurant. Only small detail, we got the ceviche as our 4th dish. Given that is sweet due to the coconut milk, I feel this should have been last as a kind-of desert-like dish. Either way, still an absolute gem and must in town

    Alma Fonda Fina has been one of our favorite restaurants for the past few years and it just keeps…read moregetting better. The quality has never slipped and every menu change feels exciting and somehow even better than the last. The standouts are always the scallops and the sweet potato! Not ashamed to say I think about these two dishes all the time... And whatever fish they feature as a main is consistently incredible (it's been halibut recently). The chef's counter is hands-down the best experience. It's intimate and such a fun way to interact with the chefs. Also love that they offer an NA sparkling rosé! This is honestly pretty rare. This place deserves every bit of recognition and praise it gets. One of the most consistently exceptional dining experiences in Denver!!

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

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    Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

    Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

    4.2
    (1.1k reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    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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    Ni Tuyo

    Ni Tuyo

    4.6
    (190 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    Not your generic Mexican restaurant. Ni tuyo is special. The space, the food, and the staff. Owner…read moreis frequently there, and the passion is so obvious. Inside it feels like community. Ni tuyo means not yours. Experience ni tuyo. Pork belly tacos were insanely good. Also the rib molcajete. Those two items stood out. They feature original cocktails, thoughtfully invented. Some of them blow my mind, some of them I didn't think worked very well for my preference, but all of them were unique. I value this uniqueness. Don't get for about mezcal Wednesdays. A great way to leave your comfort zone and try whatever they are featuring for a reduced price. Their variety of curated mezcal is a great way to start and make progress on your mezcal journey. There is such a variety of mezcal that I believe there is something for almost everyone. Put your trust in their bartenders to guide you on the different styles and flavors. And finally, they are a huge part of the Colorado agave collective. Monthly agave tasting. The best way to learn and appreciate.

    Went here for my birthday and had a good time!…read more The prickly pear margarita was really good! We enjoyed the elote and guacamole. For the price, we didn't get very much guacamole but it was good, as was the elote! The pork belly tacos were very good but the tortillas were too small for the amount of filling. The molcajete was good but I'm not sure we would get it again. Overall, a solid spot for a nice dinner.

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    Perdida - Mexican Kitchen

    Perdida - Mexican Kitchen

    4.0
    (411 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    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.

    Stopped in for a quick drink before another event in the neighborhood. Cute decor abounds as you…read moreenter Perdida.We sat at the bar and were immediately greeted by the very nice bartender. We had arrived just in time for Happy Hour- Monday-Friday, 3-5pm . Perdida has a worthwhile Happy Hour as several main menu appetizers as well as cocktails are discounted. I selected the classic marg to sip on. It was a good, standard margarita for $6. We also had to try the mini chile rellenos. These were tasty and the dipping sauce paired well with the chilies and cheese. Perdida was good. I think I'll revisit to try some main dishes. The fajitas smelled amazing!

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    Special of the day: Steak tacos - excellent!

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    Special of the day: Steak tacos - excellent!

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