El Tapatio Lakewood

7301 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood - 80226
264 reviews
Mexican
(303) 239-9872

1st I ordered a strawberry BANANA frozen margarita. The server repeated it as strawberry magno. I told him I was allergic to mango and he then said banana. What's he bring me? A MANGO margarita! Then I order a combo, I get no beans or rice plus I asked for pico and never got it. I hate sounding like a Karen, but I could've died

We were served absolute slop. I couldn't even eat mine, sent it back and the manager decided $3.99 was a sufficient discount. My kids couldn't even eat theirs and my husband is now barfing up his. We were out to celebrate as a family and got served garbage! We will absolutely never eat there again and I suggest you find another place to eat!!! So so so terrible!

I've been coming to this location for over 3 years now and, until recently, have always been satisfied with the food and service. In the past few months the customer service has become less friendly and the food has become poorly made. Tonight our order was incorrect and undercooked. Marching back into the restaurant isn't worth the fight, but I surely won't be returning. For anyone who's curious, this restaurant would no longer be my 1st, 2nd or 3rd choice.

This was my first visit and I had high expectations. The chimmecanga was huge as was the shredded beef. I always ask for sauce on the side until I know the place which was a wise idea. The green chilly was watery, no flavor. Not an expert by any means, just doesn't meet my standard. Service was great given the shortage of staff.

Pretty atmosphere, friendly service, good food‼️

The individual assisting our waiter was noticeably not thrilled to be there and actively trying to avoid doing any work. He took our drink order and only delivered 2/3 of it. While this establishment is nicer than I had expected it is still a chain type restaurant who does not care about food sensitivities/intolerances/allergies. I would NOT recommend if you are celiac or other. It might be fine if you are voluntarily cutting something out of your diet and do not care about cross contamination.

I went the Alameda location to film our Taco Tuesday episode #40 and had a great experience! The food was very good I had the shredded pork my friend had a full plate that he enjoyed. The staff was wonderful and came to greet us and we had a great desert as well. I will be back here again!

One Denver favorite hasn't lost it's edge, you'll find a great selection of Mexican goto's on the menu that won't disappoint. Don't be shy and get a big margarita!

I've been coming to this restaurant for the past 20+years. For a very long time, we would visit every Sunday after attending church. For a long time, this was my favorite restaurant to visit. Over the years not so much. Food started to be less authentic and more cheap chain food. Dirty tables and food crumbs leftovers on the seats became more common. It became rather difficult to have waiters give refills on your drink. Lastly today I encounter the rudest staff. I will no longer spend another cent at this establishment. I do not recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Very good food. I had a combo with a Chile relleno, cheese enchilada, and guacamole tostada with refried beans. The green chili was very mild and tasted great. The relleno was packed with cheese. The prices were good and service was quick and friendly.