If you have ever chased the perfect smothered burrito, this counter in Denver is where the search ends. El Taco De Mexico has locals lining up for that famous green chile, poured hot and bright over everything it touches. The space is no-frills, but the flavors are generous, nostalgic, and totally unforgettable. Bring an appetite, some patience, and the promise that the line really is worth it.
Smothered Breakfast Burrito With Green Chile
You roll in early, watch the steam lift off a burrito loaded with eggs, potatoes, and your pick of chorizo or bacon. Then comes the move: a ladle of El Taco De Mexico’s legendary green chile, shimmering with roasted chiles and slow cooked pork. One bite, and the morning flips from routine to fireworks.
The heat is balanced, never punishing, and the tortillas soak up every savory drip. Locals swear this is Denver’s breakfast gold standard, and it is hard to argue. Sit at the counter, sip a coffee, and let the chile do the talking.
House Green Chile, By The Cup Or Over Everything
This is the backbone of the menu, the reason strangers become regulars. The green chile is silky yet chunky, with roasted chiles, tender pork, and a savory broth that clings to tortillas and fries alike. Order it by the cup, or ask to smother your plate until it becomes a glorious, spicy pool.
You taste smoke, warmth, and a whisper of cumin that lingers. It is not just a topping, it is the signature. Bring napkins, bring patience, and maybe order extra tortillas because you will not want to waste a drop.
Carne Asada Burrito, Smothered
Thin sliced carne asada meets a warm flour tortilla, all tucked tight before the big finish. The green chile bath turns the burrito into a knife and fork situation in the best way. Each bite blends charred beef edges, melty cheese, and that unmistakable chile brightness…