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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in 5280 Magazine, Westword, and The Infatuation. Updated August 2026.
El Taco De Mexico · Santa Fe Arts District
5280's cabeza-taco pillar and Westword's Top 50 taco pick. Corn-masa tortillas filled with fantastic, long-simmered meats at a Santa Fe Drive institution.
Kiké’s Red Tacos · Highland
5280 and Infatuation's go-to for birria. Griddled quesabirria with rich consommé for dunking, on West 38th Avenue in Highland Park.
Chivis Tacos · City Park West
Westword's Top 50 taco pick. a deep East Colfax menu of tacos, burritos, loaded tortas, quesadillas, and tamales in one counter spot.
Molino Chido · Aurora
Westword's Top 50 masa-first pick. An Aurora taquería whose handmade tortillas anchor a tight, taco-centric menu.