Machete

I'm not going to lie but the shredded chicken taco was the best I have ever had in my life! And that's saying a lot. The location is right in the heart of downtown Denver (Union Station area). Great selection of agave spirits and the restaurant menu is def on the Mexican side of things. They have an outdoor area in the front where you can sit and enjoy the weather on a nice summer day like we did. If I'm in that area again, I will def check it out.

This place was awesome. Walking distance from the hotel. Louder hip hop music in the back, low light chic sw Mexican feel. Menu is littered with margaritas, use mezcal instead (yes please), and the tacos are awesome. 3 tacos should hold over most. I did 4 and I need a nap. When I return to Denver, I would come back here. Not fancy but you can feel that way if you want! This places knows what it is, owns it and keeps it simple. Tequila and tacos. If you enjoy those two, go here. If you don't, well your loss.

Stopped here for dinner last night and we had the best experience! Aaron was our server, and was super kind with infectious energy. We were shocked and so happy we could order a hot dog. The quest was some of the best I’ve ever tried. My steak quesadilla was filling and delicious and I was lucky enough to try multiple tacos too! It’s pricey, but I’d definitely go back.

First things first, the margaritas where poured with such a heavy hand that we could barely taste the flavor of the drinks - not saying this is a bad thing ;) I got the tamarind and my fiancée got the skinny. For food, we both ordered quesadillas. I got the rotisserie chicken/adobo (green tortilla) and my fiancée got the al pastor. We both loved our food but felt the portions were small. Mine may look large, but the tortilla was over-folded by a couple inches. Lastly, this place’s music was LOUD. Like so loud our grandparent with hearing aids had to shut them off because it was deafening. We couldn’t have very good conversations in this atmosphere, so I’d recommend they turn down the music significantly.

Upon arriving after a lengthy flight and receiving a recommendation from my Airbnb host, we found ourselves at this establishment. It was everything I had anticipated: a place for tacos and tequila! Luckily, we stumbled upon their happy hour, which was fantastic. I must emphasize the steak quesadilla as a highly recommended choice.