Mexican Food in Pueblo CO (2025)
Cactus Flower Mexican Restaurant
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo
A north-side landmark for more than three decades, celebrated for chile‑smothered plates and margaritas. Crowned Top Slopper winner in 2024 and 2025 by CPR News and the local chamber’s Slopper Tour, it’s a reliable read on Pueblo flavor.
Romero's Cafe & Catering
Fast food restaurant · Pueblo County
Family-run since the 1970s, home of Mr. Chile and dozens of chile awards. Locals come for breakfast burritos, stuffed sopapillas, and Pueblo‑grown green chile. Listed on OpenTable and praised by area media for community roots.
Estela's Mill Stop Cafe
Restaurant · Pueblo
Bessemer stalwart serving Mexican‑American plates, crisp sopapillas, and green‑chile–smothered burritos. Frequently cited by Pueblo diners and past Best of Pueblo lists; a go‑to for hearty, working‑day lunches with deep neighborhood ties.
El Nopal Restaurant
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo
A multigenerational favorite using recipes credited to Rosa “Ma” Nopal. Known for carne asada, rellenos, and sturdy green chile; long recognized by locals and regional travel guides for authentic plates and a lived‑in, Pueblo vibe.
Tacos Fuego
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo
Family‑owned taquería and bar spotlighted by Visit Pueblo for handmade tortillas, birria, and Pueblo‑chile‑smothered fries. A lively South Side hangout that blends street‑style tacos with a strong cocktail program.
Tacos Navarro
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo
A lunch‑only staple on Northern Avenue where locals line up for al pastor, barbacoa with broth, and bargain monster burritos. Consistently praised by diners and reviewers for no‑frills, flavorful tacos.
Mi Ranchito Mexican Restaurant “The Original”
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo County
South‑side institution tied to Pueblo chile growers; highlighted by Westword’s green‑chile coverage. Expect crowd‑pleasing combo plates, menudo, and weekend buffets that draw families from across the valley.
Jorge's Sombrero
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo
A longtime family restaurant known for margaritas, stuffed sopapillas, and chile‑smothered platters. Listed with the Pueblo Latino Chamber and frequently mentioned by locals for consistent, time‑capsule charm.
Tortilleria Delicias
Temporarily Closed
Part market, part takeout counter for fresh tortillas, tamales, menudo, and chile‑packed burritos. Loved by locals and noted by regional guides; an essential stop to taste Pueblo chile folded into everyday cooking.
Papa Jose's Union Cafe
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo
Downtown mainstay steps from the Riverwalk, known for green‑chile enchiladas, fried tacos on white, and a friendly, no‑rush pace. Regularly cited by locals and reviewers as a casual, value‑forward favorite.
Taqueria Marquez
Mexican restaurant · Pueblo
Family taquería serving barbacoa, al pastor, and tostadas at approachable prices. Praised by locals for honest flavors and fast service; a great counterpoint to heavier chile‑smothered Pueblo staples.