I have had these a few times. Although the birria is what they are known for, the street tacos are really good as well. I've never actually dined in -either take out or catered. read more

Took half an hour to get 2 orders of 3 tacos, which were stuffed into one to go box. We had to dig through them to find out which was which because we ordered three different types. Meat was dr, tortillas were soggy and falling apart. The horchata tasted like a powdered mix, and the mango drink tasted like Tang. Never again.... read more

Stopped in for a quick bite last Sunday. Figuring it was just another handy taco joint. We were surprised by the number of guests dining in this kind of out of the way taco joint in a strip mall. At the counter, the waitress was kind and supportive. We each ordered their birria plate with three tacos. Got our drinks, sat down and moments later were served these gorgeous plates with three large tacos packed with birria. The food was blazing hot, the melted cheese was delicious and gorgeously crispy creamy, all at once. This meal was decadent, rich and had such great texture and flavor combinations. LOVED every bite. Two tacos would have sufficed, three made this plate a bargain. Thanks again, Bill read more

The birria tacos were great. The location of this place is kind of random and crammed in, but the service was nice

Visiting CO from Santa Barbara CA and saw this on Yelp with great reviews. I'm so glad I came in! It was lunch hour so a bit busy with a bit of a wait on the food. I ordered the al pastor wet burrito with an horchata. The horchata is huge but packed with flavor. Reminds me of how my grandma used to make it. The flavor in the burrito was packed. It looked appealing but the flavor was just as great. The green salsa they pour over it is made fresh with a great home made taste. The al pastor was great quality meat with a great portion of protein. They have salsas to add to your food, green and red. I like the red more because it's spicy but great flavor. I want this restaurant in CA. So good. Highly recommend read more

Venalonzo's Tacos - Al pastor wet burrito amazing - Tacos Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Used to enjoy this place but the prices keep rising and the last time I ordered take out they wouldn't let me get any pickled veggies or sauce to take home read more

This is a quick service type Mexican food. Order first then open seating. The service was great, everyone was very friendly. We have had a difficult time find good Mexican food in Colorado (we are from California) and this restaurant fits the bill. We had the chips and salsa (more pico de gallo) and the chips were really good, the pico was okay. I had the breakfast burrito and it was delicious (again, hard to find a good breakfast burrito). My husband had the quesabirria tacos and they were amazing. We will definitely be back' read more

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Oh. My. God. This place was so delicious. I was telling everyone and their mom about it for weeks after. The food is delicious. Hands down the best barria I have ever had. The rice was so soft and fluffy there will likely be a wait when you go, DO NOT LET IT DETER YOU! So worth the minimal wait time! read more

Food wasn't great and our order was wrong. Didn't have a good experience both times I've been there.

Came into Denver on a Monday Night and it was one of the few places open past 7:30. Saw the reviews so decided to give it a shot. It is located in a small business strip area. I could see parking being a bit tight when all of the businesses are open. Place was quite full of customers when we got there which was nice to see. Ordered the pastor tacos, queso birria taco, and chicken chimichanga. Order took about 15 minutes or so. Good selection of Mexican beers to choose from. Flavor of all the meats were very good and I didn't bother putting any salsa on them. Portion of the chimichanga was pretty good, but if you are hungry, then the three tacos may not be enough so I would recommend d ordering a backup. I would return here. Good vibe and nice staff. read more

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Fantastic. Got the quesabirrias and couldn't get a photo fast enough before we crushed them. Amazing verde as well. Kind staff, we'll be back! read more

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I really enjoyed this vibe, but I do have some beef with it. The service is walk up to order then you grab a number & they bring it to you (easy enough,) but they have packed so many tables in this space with the smallest chairs possible that all 4 people I was with ran into someone at some point in our one hour stay there. The tacos on the other hand are DELICIOUS. There is outside sitting which I will definitely hit up next time I'm there instead to see if it's any more comfortable. The rice & beans aren't anything to write home about. But the tacos are top tier street tacos!!! read more

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They should have a pick up line separate from the order in line. Had to wait 15 minutes for something that I already paid for and ordered ahead of time. The food was cold and the tortillas were hard and difficult to chew. The staff was either rude or didn't understand English when I asked them what the process was for pick up. read more

We enjoyed the breakfast burrito Picked it up today Lots of flavor Still very warm when we got home 10 minutes later read more

Yummy Barria tacos! Excited to try the pizza Barria next time. I did try the horchata (my favorite drink to get at Mexican restaurants) and did not like it. read more

Venalonzo's Tacos - Barria tacos - Tacos Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Very busy at lunchtime, but the service is friendly! I love that both the rice and beans are vegetarian! The green hot sauce is delicious. They have plenty of drink options including bottled beer and glass bottles of Coca-Cola. There is plenty of parking. Prices are pretty good too, and apparently they won the Colorado taco competition. Inside is a bit tight. There is outdoor seating too. Definitely recommend giving it a try! read more

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Every "empire" will fall. Well, far from an empire ... but this used to be our amazing spot and here we are. It's all "famous" now .... Famous and no longer that good. It's rather mediocre. We ordered "to go" today as it was busy - the food was messy, leaked all over the bag and was just meh. Need a new spot. Hope things get better as they are now so busy! For now we take a long break and let the dust settle. read more

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Venalonzo's made the Top 50 Places to Eat in Denver by Yelp Elite's and I can see why. Housed in a strip mall off of Yosemite and west of I-25, this busy taco joint has lines out the door. Colorful papel picado adorns the ceiling and upbeat music from Mexico greets you as you walk in. All offerings are listed on the chalkboard for you to peruse as you wait to get to the register to order. Prices are very reasonable. We decided to split an order of 3 carne asada tacos and try what they are known for - a quesabirria. Our asada meat was tender. Unlike other reviews have commented, I did not have any pieces with gristle. The quesabirria was full of flavor and the consome was perfect for dipping. Service was fast and friendly. Our order was brought to us as well as the two salsas from the salsa bar. Our server shared which one was spicy and which one was mild. Definitely a place worth revisiting! read more

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Just discovered this hidden gem in the neighborhood and are in love! Simple walk up counter with delicious authentic Mexican food! It's worth the wait we promise my husband loves the Carne Asada and Al Pastor tacos and I absolutely loved the chili relleno special plate. And we shared a cheese quesadilla, which had burnt cheese on it, which we loved. They even have Horchata!! If you're in the neighborhood swinging by you won't be disappointed! read more

Venalonzo's Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Lets be real, I have been going to Venalonzo from before they won Denver Gazette readers' choice for best taco - but afterwards. . .it is a different place. I mean every table taken, a line to order, and try to get someone on the phone? tough But it is WORTH IT Their Birria tacos. Let me tell you, these are not your average tacos. You will think you were in California, it is that good. Not just a taco fan? My son, who considers himself somewhat of a hamburger connoisseur, decided to try the Birria hamburger. Apparently he just searches a menu for burger, that is how he picks food Now, this is a kid who holds ZigZag burgers in the highest esteem, so his expectations were sky-high. Venalonzo's didn't just meet those expectations; they soared right past them. He declared it better than ZigZag's, which, coming from him, is the highest praise a burger can receive. I didn't ask about In-n-out but i'm sure it won there too. The hype is real. . . Venalonzo's Tacos is a must-visit for anyone in the Centennial area or anyone willing to make the trip for top-notch Mexican taco experience. read more

Why I love this place and think you should eat here? The food is consistently good. The service is consistently friendly. Quesabirrias-omg It's a fast casual place with a handful of tables inside and a few on the sidewalk out front. You walk in and the staff's energy is so genuinely happy and grateful that it makes you feel at ease. They know they're serving up fresh, delicious food. Everything I've had tasted great, but the best thing on the menu are the quesabirrias---Birria Meat folded on Crispy Corn Tortilla with Cheese, Onions and Cilantro. Served with Side of Birria Consome (Broth) for dipping. Wow! Savor them. Best I've ever had. Today, I wanted eggs and tried the HUEVOS DIVORCIADOS--Two over easy eggs on tostadas, topped w/ salsa ranchera & verde, queso fresco, sour cream, onions, cilantro & beans. So good. I love that they'll cook you eggs any time. Great food. Fast, friendly service, fair prices, chill environment. Enjoy! read more

Venalonzo's Tacos - HUEVOS DIVORCIADOS Two over easy eggs on tostadas, topped w/ salsa ranchera & verde, queso fresco, sour cream, onions, cilantro & beans. - Tacos Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

The Quesadilla Birria was delicious! They did actually forget our order, but once it was delivered we thoroughly enjoyed the food. read more

Wow, wow, wow... We stumbled upon this hole in the wall for tacos and other Mexican cuisine. The people working there were delightful, the food was a considerable value, and we might move to Denver just so we can eat there again. read more

Wow! I want to come back to try everything on the menu. We had the birria tacos, nachos and burrito and it was all delish! Highly recommend.

This is one of the best authentic Mexican restaurants in Denver area. The torta was on point, the tacos were delicious, and the salsa bar was amazing. I loved the caramelized onions, pickled red onions, and salsa verde. The staff were very friendly and the order came out quick. read more

Venalonzo's Tacos - Torta and order of 3 tacos - Tacos Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

This place is a must go to if you like authentic Mexican food! Everything we tried was delicious and the service was top notch! Super cute little spot, small on the inside but they still manage to have a decent amount of seating. And they even have a few tables outside! We will absolutely be back! We can't wait to try more of their delicious food and drinks! read more

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Was on the prowl for some authentic Mexican food and we found it! Venalonzo's doesn't have a huge menu, but it is packed with flavor! Pretty small inside area for seating but got the job done. We ordered the Al Pastor Burrito, chips and guac, Quesabirria, and kids burrito. Al Pastor Burrito: B- --- Overall tasty, but nothing too memorable) Quesabirrio: A- --- Love the texture of the tacos, meat was extremely delicious, and the consommé for dipping was so delicious. Definitely order the set of 3! Chips and guac: C+ --- Chips were the best part, great crunch and plenty salty. Nothing special about the guac but still tasty. Pretty small portion of guac for the price in my opinion. Kids Burrito: A --- Extremely great value! Beans, rice, and cheese in a big tortilla for $2.50. Not a bite was left!! Staff was extremely friendly and they share a parking lot with other business around but very easy to find a spot. read more

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Upon learning that I had to order catering for a Centennial-based meeting with a client, I remembered seeing Venalonzo's in Centennial on the Yelp top tacos in the country list. So, I decided to give Venalonzo's a try for catering. The process was smooth from start to finish. I called about three days before the client meeting and was immediately connected with Nati the manager. She was friendly and helpful as she took my order details. I had the food delivered and the delivery arrived exactly on time. The food itself was delicious. To cover a range of preferences, I ordered chicken, steak, pork, and veggie versions of tacos and burritos. The client LOVED the food and even requested that we order Venalonzo's for future meetings. All in all, Venalonzo's catering was top-notch. read more

I am all for the Texas flavor and the foods that were created to what we know now as Tex-Mex, BUT Venalonzo's hands down has THE BEST tacos I have ever tasted!!!! I have not been all around the world, but have been a few places and the flavors, the way the tacos are sealed and the crunch is a freakin' work of art. From the first bite, my senses told me I was in for an experience and each subsequent bite was that much more of a treat. The service was good and if you had any questions they directed you to the menu on the wall, condiments were self serve and they had Topo Chico Twist of Lime. The inside seating area was colorful and close where you can be in your neighbors conversation but did I say the food was GOOD. Not a peep other than kids inquisitive questions and the adults enjoying the food with smiles and not a care in the world. This will my first stop the next time I am in Denver!!! read more

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3.5/5 stars I came to try Venalonzo's due to the fact that they were voted best taco in Denver award by the Denver Gazette. In my opinion, I don't think Venalonzo's lived up to being the best tacos in Denver but they were not bad either. It's a very good baseline for tacos as it's not exceptionally amazing but just your average taco shop. The tortillas are store bought and when I went, the meat was a little dry but their salsas are very good! One thing I would highly commend Venalonzo's for is their beans as that was very much above average. Definitely worth a try but not sure if it's a regular spot for me. read more

Don't walk. Run to get this food. My husband and I both got their quesabirria and were blown away. Best in Denver by far. You know it's a good spot when they have fresh sauces and limes for you to take. The flavor and tender meat is just so good. Worth every time and money spent. read more

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Delicious original tacos. Beef, pork, chicken or bbq. Clean place with wonderful service. read more

Venalonzo's Tacos - Original Mexican tacos. Delicious toasted shells with spicey chicken, pork or beef. - Tacos Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

I have had Venalonzo's on my list of wanting to try for a while. You have to love a really good taco and I had heard that they had some of the best. So we headed up to Venalonzo's on a Friday night to grab some great food. The restaurant is an odd spot, but that is what helps make it special. Tucked away off the main street in the corner of an odd strip mall-like building, it is a more intimate restaurant, but they utilize all of their space. I got the taco plate with two tacos, rice, and beans. For my tacos, I chose to get carnitas and al pastor. Both tacos tasted amazing. The pork was excellent on both and they had all the right toppings. With just a little bit of the red hot sauce, I was in business. The beans were amazingly good as well making the plate a good deal. We also for three quesabirria. These were classic slow-roasted beef in a tortilla with melted cheese and a side of consume on the side. These were some of the best I have had. We also got two margaritas which were OK, but not their specialty in my opinion, but they were made a great was to enjoy the tacos. The staff were all very nice and efficient. The line was pretty long when we arrived and I was surprised at just how fast it moved. They give you a number to take to your table, and they bring everything to you, so be sure a tip them at the counter. read more

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I would come back here for the fresh made sauces ALONE. The owner makes a red and green salsa EVERY DAY! She wouldn't give away the recipe even though I begged. They were both amazing. Do yourself a favor and just go get a taco so you can smother it with one or both of these salsas. I'd read so many great reviews about the birria so I had to get that but I was disappointed. The tortilla was chewy and the meat was dry. So I wouldn't order that again. But we also tried the carnitas and carne asada and those were great- especially with the homemade salsas! Next time I'll just stick with the regular tacos. Lovely place! read more

The tacos at Venalonzo's are amazing, especially the birria tacos. We love ordering the family packs of the birria tacos and my son loves the birria hamburger. This place is packed all the time, especially since it was recently named one of Best Taco places in Denver. Prices are reasonable, just be ready to wait in line for a bit. Or order online and you can get there and not have to wait too long. They also have good cocktails. read more

Delicious food, no frills and good prices. We tried the taco plate with pastor, chicken and carne asada. The pastor was our favorite. We also got a few orders of their huge churros which had caramel inside. Yum! They also serve breakfast burritos so we'll be back to try those. Just a wonderful hole in the wall spot. read more

Venalonzo's Tacos - Taco plate w rice and beans - Tacos Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

This place is amazingly good. The prices were fair and they were fast with the food. We got birria ramen, Al pastor quesadilla, and carne asada tacos. ALL of it was AMAZING! The staff was nice, they brought us sauce before I even got up. The place is also clean and the staff cleaned everytime someone left. I'll be back here!!! read more

I love this place and the service has always been amazing too. So kind to my toddler! Always clean and friendly inside! We so often order the quesabirria because it's off the hook with flavor, quality of ingredients and preparation. Everything tastes sooo fresh! Last time I went on a lark and got a chicken burrito. I am very picky about meat and don't like burritos much. No clue why I ordered this lol. But so I did... and it was amaaaaazing. I just kept taking little bites of it because I couldn't get enough. Really flavorful chicken and so tender. Didn't notice any 'weird bites' iykyk:) Lastly a word about their beans: I could eat a tortilla and their beans and red sauce alone as a meal. Wow. The beans are so rich and delicious it made me go buy pinto beans so I could make some of my own! 10/10 would recommend and can't wait to return. I'm now craving another one of those burritos! read more

Wow was not expecting this from the location but definitely a cool and authentic little spot with delicious options. Went here on a whim for a quick business lunch great choice!! Service was great a little small as far as tables go for being so busy. They did have outdoor seating but it was a little windy got lucky and scored a seat inside. The food was great a ton of options and authentic in every way. I will be back with the fam. Make sure to stop in early as it got very busy for lunch. in my opinion great food read more

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Excellent! Birria con queso with dipping sauce was SO incredibly good. 3 for $11.99. So delicious I really wished I had ordered 6 for myself. Greedy but true. The pictures so not do it justice. Don't forget to slather on the hot or cilantro sauce. New restaurant only opened a few months and I so hope you all stop in because I want to eat here many many more times. Easy access just a block West of I-25 & Arapahoe. Wonderful and friendly service. I can't wait to come back. read more

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