Metro Balderas Aztek Food

Mexican restaurant · Aurora District

Metro Balderas Aztek Food

Mexican restaurant · Aurora District

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13697 E Iliff Ave Suite 6, Aurora, CO 80014

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We serve up delicious and authentic food that beats anyone around. Served up from our Aztec lineage, we are here to delight your palate. From the classics of Asada and Al Pastor takos, to more unique Tako Arabes and Quesabirrias made of lamb, or beef. We also feature machetes (giant quesadilla), sopes and huaraches! Pair them up with any of our delicious salsas from tasty and delicious, to tasty and spicy, ask for our Red Demon Salsa.  

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13697 E Iliff Ave Suite 6, Aurora, CO 80014 Get directions

+1 303 368 0085
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"With not one but two trompos turning behind the counter, this Aurora newcomer makes not only al pastor but also tacos árabes, which come folded so they may almost resemble burritos; loaded with that spit-roasted pork (whose recipe derived from that of shawarma, hence the name), onions, cheese, and salsa, they’re deliciously filling. Still, try to leave room for the lamb quesabirria, accompanied by an intriguingly spiced consomé that contains rice, and a machete stuffed with huitlacoche and squash blossom." - Eater Staff, Ruth Tobias

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Rosa Mendoza

Google
This is so delicious!!!!! I highly recommend I came for the machete I ordered the Al pastor it was beyond delicious just amazing if I come back to Colorado definitely coming back my husband ordered tacos and chilaquiles and my children the wipes everything was amazing

Ivan Hernandez

Google
Delicious Food. We had the pleasure of dining in recently. We tried a machete and really enjoyed it. The variety of salsas were perfect and went perfectly with our machete. We also ordered a burrito to go. The burrito was a good size and very tasty as well. We just forgot to take a picture of the burrito. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owners who are great people and make you feel welcomed. I recommend this restaurant and planning on coming back to try the rest of their menu. See you guys soon!

Donna Welch

Google
The food was ok. The rolled tacos were the best. Service is fast and good for 2 people working there.

Joel Watt

Google
I got the "Machete" with steak. I probably should have mixed in different meats but what really makes this place is the salsas. They're all flavorful and SPICY. I highly recommend it.

JayJay Hamm

Google
I eat here at least twice a week. The food here is authentic and delicious. Food is made with love, lots of flavor, and the staff are a pleasure. I absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic tasty Mexican food. I suggest dip tacos, burritos, and their chili fries. Great salsas as well!

Anna Spexarth

Google
Delicious, huge menu with good prices,, fast service and comfortable atmosphere. Highly recommend

Rebecca T

Google
I saw a recommendation on Facebook and tried it out for Mother’s Day lunch. I think we will be regulars. They offer so many flavors, I can’t wait to try more. They have an amazing fusion of Mexican and Arab flavors. I have never had anything like it and it is wonderful. However, there are some of the plain options for my non-adventuresome kids. It is clean, bright and colourful. Very friendly staff, lots of room to bring a group or just grab a quick lunch. I am excited to become a regular.

Big Mic

Google
Really great spot! The Machete's are massive! Like a super long taco/quesadilla.... Got it with the carne asada, really good! Also a pastor taco. Definitely try several of their salsas in the fridge as several are great

Melisa C.

Yelp
Amazing food! Really taste homemade true authentic Mexican food, literally straight outta mom's kitchen highly recommend this place!! Staff is so nice and so friendly!!

James M.

Yelp
Basic counter service. Order off the menu on the wall, pay at the counter, take a seat, and they bring your order to you. I had 4 shredded beef takos. I'll describe them as flautas. Good flavor. I liked the 2 salsas on the left. The two on the right were good but common. I'll look forward to trying more menu items.

Erin B.

Yelp
I'm addicted to the Taco Arabe. The meat tasted like it had a middle eastern flair; I've never had anything like it in a Mexican restaurant. Watch out for that guacamole salsa though, it's got a bite! These were also the best Birria Dip Tacos I've tried. Mind you, I'm not a connoisseur, but I never understood the hype. Now I do! The street tacos are ok, but Birria and Tacos Arabe are amazing! I'll come back for those in a heartbeat!

Chase P.

Yelp
Had lunch here today after seeing this place on social media and WOW! The elote was sooo good and the quesabirria was AMAZING! Also the restaurant was so clean!

Paola U.

Yelp
I heard about this place through a friend. I had a passed by the location before they opened always anticipating and hoping the Mexican food was good. Let me tell you, delicious! We had a little bit of everything Asada Al pastor Árabe Our favorites were the Al pastor with the bits of pineapple. So yummy! As a foodie sometimes you don't know how to stop so I ordered a torta that I ended up eating the next day. Only regret was not getting Al pastor. Great service, friendly people at the mom and pop taco spot. Will come again. :)

Abe M.

Yelp
Big place with good tacos. I really enjoyed the tacos Al Pastor. The are the real deal, made on a spit-grilled trompo with the pineapple on top. Salsa bar has good options for decking out your tacos. The Taco Arabe wasn't my favorite. This place reminds me of a taco restaurant you'd find in Mexico, right down to the scribbled out menu items. Staff was really friendly.

Joanna C.

Yelp
The best birria tacos I have had in Denver! The tacos are super fresh and the lady is super nice. Amazing hot sauce choices. Additionally, can choose the type of protein in your birria taco. A fast casual restuarant.

Jeff M.

Yelp
What a hidden gem in Aurora. I saw this place come up a few times, drive by it a few times, and saw it on social media so I just had to try it. The food here is super delicious. I ordered a barbacoa burrito and when I unwrapped it, I had my doubts because when restaurants serve a huge portion it's usually ok at best. The barbacoa is very good (full of flavor), it had rice, beans, cheese, and it did not need any additional help like hot sauce. Its perfect the way it is. I will definitely be returning to try more.

Angela B.

Yelp
Needed food while visiting family at the Hampton Inn...the craving for Mexican food was high and this was a close place, so we decided to try it. The food is AMAZING! I had a steak burrito which was too much food, and I likely ate too much because it was just so good. Husband had an al pastor machete, and he said was also very good. Sister had the mushroom machete and was very pleasantly surprised. The chips are some of the best I have tasted and the freshly made guacamole was also a hit. (We ordered for ick up, so no comment on ambiance and such)

M A.

Yelp
This place is AMAZING! I've tried different things- al pastor huarache, birria tacos, Al pastor tacos, rice, beans. Their salsas are incredible, perfect amount of spice. The green one is my favorite. Their consomé is so flavorful. And it's always fresh. I highly recommend!

Landin R.

Yelp
Stopped by here to pick up some tacos tonight. I needed some flavor after I got a bland meal elsewhere. I got one arabe, one al pastor, and one lengua. All three were absolutely fantastic. I will be back for a torta and a machete as soon as possible.

Mike K.

Yelp
The Al Pastor and Arabe tacos here are really good. The quesadilla is really good also. I can't wait to try some of their other menu items!

HeaMj Y.

Yelp
Wowowowow yummy yummy birria tacos!!! And their selection of sauces is great. Some actual spicy options! Can't wait to go back soon.

Vivek V.

Yelp
This place is one of those that isn't super fancy, but BIG on flavor. Just visiting the Denver area for work and found this place because i was starving. I went for lunch and got thr tacos al pastor. A-MAZING!!!! Went back later in the day with my daughter (who is not the biggest fan of Mexican) and she LOVED it! We're planning on going back tomorrow before we head out of town!!

Vic P.

Yelp
Best Al Pastor tacos in Denver. Amazing flavor. There is a spit (trumpo) and serve with onions, cilantro and pineapple.

Doug H.

Yelp
Everything is excellent and completely authentic. Try the zucchini blossoms machete, aqua fresca, jamaica or any of the tacos. Salsas are unique and great.