Welcome to T/aco, a trusted Mexican Restaurant in Boulder, CO, known for flavorful dishes and a warm dining experience. With a 4.50-star rating from 1861 reviews, we’re proud to serve guests looking for great food, friendly service, and great service and quality.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at T/aco
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Bag of our one of a kind, cooked to order, house made chips, with lime juice and salt.
Vegan Black Beans
Hand mashed avocado, onion, garlic, cilantro.
Silky, melted cheese with diced jalapeno peppers, red onion, & garlic, topped with pico de gallo.
Steamed white rice seasoned with cilantro and white onion.
Your choice of three of our house-made salsa: Mild, fresca, pineapple pepper, chipotle, roasted verde, habañero & pico de gallo
Seasoned steamed cactus.
Choose one of our house-made salsa: Mild, fresca, pineapple pepper, chipotle, roasted verde, habañero & pico de gallo
Braised chopped beef, guacamole, pico de gallo, spicy crema, cilantro.
Grilled barbacoa beef, grilled onions, crema, cotija, roasted salsa verde, cilantro.
BBQ marinated shredded pork shoulder, cabbage mix, chipotle salsa, tomatoes.
Slow cooked black beans, sautéed white onions, cotija.
ONLY AVAILABLE ON MONDAYS
Buffalo wing sauce marinaded shredded chicken, shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, and ranch dressing.
Shredded pork shoulder, pineapple, grilled red onion, cilantro.
Seasoned ground pork, black beans, cotija, sour cream, cilantro.
Ground beef, oaxaca and cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, crema in a hard taco shell.
Grilled cotija cheese, guacamole, tomatoes, salsa fresca, cilantro.
Braised duck simmered in verde mole’ sauce, cracklings, cabbage, cotija, crema.
Grilled white fish, shredded cabbage, red onion, radish, cilantro, chipotle mayo.
Shredded tinga, fresca salsa, raw red onion, cilantro.
Shredded shoulder, pina salsa, raw red onion, cilantro.
Chicken cooked in duck fat, shredded cabbage, red onion, radish, cilantro, sliced avocado, cotija, sour cream.
Cheese, Cheese & Bean, Cheese & Chicken, Cheese & Carne Asada
Cheese, Cheese & Bean, Cheese & Chicken, Cheese & Carne Asada
Pork belly braised in Korean pepper sauce, cabbage vinegar slaw, pickled onion, cilantro, honey. (NOT Gluten Free)
Hard shell classico taco wrapped in a lawyer of guac and a soft shell corn tortilla.
Sautéed white mushrooms, rainbow chard, white onion, with grilled cotija, pico de gallo.
Steamed seasoned cactus, pico de gallo, cotija.
Braised pork belly, guajillo sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, and chipotle mayo.
Steak, sauteed white onion, queso, chipotle mayo, tomatoes, cilantro
Braised pork belly marinated in guajillo mole, pickled onion, fresh cotija, cilantro.
Grilled shrimp, avocado chunks, pico de gallo, cotija, chipotle mayo.
Grilled steak, guacamole, pico de gallo, cotija and spicy crema.
Slow braised shredded chicken in tomato, chipotle and spices Icinnamon, cloves, cumin, coriander, and pepper corns), shredded lettuce, Souer cream, and cotija cheese.
Grilled spaghetti squash, poblano peppers, red onion with seasoned pepitas and cilantro.
Guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, pickled onions, avocado chunks.
Steamed white rice seasoned with cilantro and white onion.
Folded 14” flour tortilla with melted Oaxaca and cheddar cheese, served with a side of mango vinaigrette coleslaw & sour cream.
Fried pastry dough tossed in cinnamon sugary - classic version of a Mexican donut.
Gluten Free corn chips tossed in cinnamon sugar, topped with fresh honey.
Flour based puff pastry tossed in cinnamon and topped with honey.
Black Bean & shredded cheese
Grilled chicken and shredded cheese.
Grilled steak and shredded cheese.
Two corn tortillas with melted shredded cheese. +Add chicken, steak or black beans + $1.50
Bag of our one of a kind, cooked to order, house made chips, with lime juice and salt.
Vegan Black Beans
Hand mashed avocado, onion, garlic, cilantro.
Silky, melted cheese with diced jalapeno peppers, red onion, & garlic, topped with pico de gallo.
Steamed white rice seasoned with cilantro and white onion.
Your choice of three of our house-made salsa: Mild, fresca, pineapple pepper, chipotle, roasted verde, habañero & pico de gallo
Seasoned steamed cactus.
Choose one of our house-made salsa: Mild, fresca, pineapple pepper, chipotle, roasted verde, habañero & pico de gallo
Braised chopped beef, guacamole, pico de gallo, spicy crema, cilantro.
Grilled barbacoa beef, grilled onions, crema, cotija, roasted salsa verde, cilantro.
BBQ marinated shredded pork shoulder, cabbage mix, chipotle salsa, tomatoes.
Slow cooked black beans, sautéed white onions, cotija.
ONLY AVAILABLE ON MONDAYS
Buffalo wing sauce marinaded shredded chicken, shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, and ranch dressing.
Shredded pork shoulder, pineapple, grilled red onion, cilantro.
Seasoned ground pork, black beans, cotija, sour cream, cilantro.
Ground beef, oaxaca and cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, crema in a hard taco shell.
Grilled cotija cheese, guacamole, tomatoes, salsa fresca, cilantro.
Braised duck simmered in verde mole’ sauce, cracklings, cabbage, cotija, crema.
Grilled white fish, shredded cabbage, red onion, radish, cilantro, chipotle mayo.
Shredded tinga, fresca salsa, raw red onion, cilantro.
Shredded shoulder, pina salsa, raw red onion, cilantro.
Chicken cooked in duck fat, shredded cabbage, red onion, radish, cilantro, sliced avocado, cotija, sour cream.
Cheese, Cheese & Bean, Cheese & Chicken, Cheese & Carne Asada
Cheese, Cheese & Bean, Cheese & Chicken, Cheese & Carne Asada
Pork belly braised in Korean pepper sauce, cabbage vinegar slaw, pickled onion, cilantro, honey. (NOT Gluten Free)
Hard shell classico taco wrapped in a lawyer of guac and a soft shell corn tortilla.
Sautéed white mushrooms, rainbow chard, white onion, with grilled cotija, pico de gallo.
Steamed seasoned cactus, pico de gallo, cotija.
Braised pork belly, guajillo sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, and chipotle mayo.
Steak, sauteed white onion, queso, chipotle mayo, tomatoes, cilantro
Braised pork belly marinated in guajillo mole, pickled onion, fresh cotija, cilantro.
Grilled shrimp, avocado chunks, pico de gallo, cotija, chipotle mayo.
Grilled steak, guacamole, pico de gallo, cotija and spicy crema.
Slow braised shredded chicken in tomato, chipotle and spices Icinnamon, cloves, cumin, coriander, and pepper corns), shredded lettuce, Souer cream, and cotija cheese.
Grilled spaghetti squash, poblano peppers, red onion with seasoned pepitas and cilantro.
Guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, pickled onions, avocado chunks.
Steamed white rice seasoned with cilantro and white onion.
Folded 14” flour tortilla with melted Oaxaca and cheddar cheese, served with a side of mango vinaigrette coleslaw & sour cream.
Fried pastry dough tossed in cinnamon sugary - classic version of a Mexican donut.
Gluten Free corn chips tossed in cinnamon sugar, topped with fresh honey.
Flour based puff pastry tossed in cinnamon and topped with honey.
Black Bean & shredded cheese
Grilled chicken and shredded cheese.
Grilled steak and shredded cheese.
Two corn tortillas with melted shredded cheese. +Add chicken, steak or black beans + $1.50
We have simplified to go tacos with our at home Taco Kit. Make our delicious chicken tacos from the comfort of your own kitchen. Kit comes with everything you need to serve chicken tacos for up to four people: 12 house made corn tortillas, shredded chicken tinga, diced red onion, lime wedges, cilantro, Fresca salsa, and a bag of corn chips.
We have simplified to go tacos with our at home Taco Kit. Make our delicious carnitas pork tacos from the comfort of your own kitchen. Kit comes with everything you need to serve tacos for up to four people: 12 house made corn tortillas, shredded pork shoulder, diced red onion, lime wedges, cilantro, pineapple salsa, and a bag of corn chips.
We have simplified to go tacos with our at home Taco Kit. Make our delicious grilled veggie tacos from the comfort of your own kitchen. Kit comes with everything you need to serve tacos for up to four people: 12 house made corn tortillas, grilled spaghetti squash peppers & onions, roasted pepita seeds, lime wedges, cilantro, roasted verde salsa, and a bag of corn chips.
The closest thing to a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich. Grilled carne asada, saucy queso, sautéed white onion, shredded cheese, tomatoes, chipotle mayo, white rice and black beans wrapped up in a flour tortilla.
White rice, black beans, pepitas, cilantro, seasoned nopale cactus, sautéed red onion, green peppers and spaghetti squash wrapped up in a flour tortilla.
We have simplified to go tacos with our at home Taco Kit. Make our delicious chicken tacos from the comfort of your own kitchen. Kit comes with everything you need to serve chicken tacos for up to four people: 12 house made corn tortillas, shredded chicken tinga, diced red onion, lime wedges, cilantro, Fresca salsa, and a bag of corn chips.
We have simplified to go tacos with our at home Taco Kit. Make our delicious carnitas pork tacos from the comfort of your own kitchen. Kit comes with everything you need to serve tacos for up to four people: 12 house made corn tortillas, shredded pork shoulder, diced red onion, lime wedges, cilantro, pineapple salsa, and a bag of corn chips.
We have simplified to go tacos with our at home Taco Kit. Make our delicious grilled veggie tacos from the comfort of your own kitchen. Kit comes with everything you need to serve tacos for up to four people: 12 house made corn tortillas, grilled spaghetti squash peppers & onions, roasted pepita seeds, lime wedges, cilantro, roasted verde salsa, and a bag of corn chips.
The closest thing to a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich. Grilled carne asada, saucy queso, sautéed white onion, shredded cheese, tomatoes, chipotle mayo, white rice and black beans wrapped up in a flour tortilla.
White rice, black beans, pepitas, cilantro, seasoned nopale cactus, sautéed red onion, green peppers and spaghetti squash wrapped up in a flour tortilla.
Hear from our valued guests
This place is dope. Shoutout to Ben and crew, great bartenders, quick and friendly service! The food is incredible, and I definitely recommend the chicken tacos, margaritas, salsa trio, and guac served with the freshly cooked in house tortilla chips. All at an affordable price too, you can’t beat it. Ten out of ten, would recommend, and I am going again right now
Love this place! The most delicious tacos in town at a super affordable price. Great outdoor patio. Awesome staff.
In town for a visit and this was on my list to try. We came during happy hour which was nice. I got the strawberry house margarita as my drink, which was excellent. We started with their house made chips and their salsa and guacamole. Their chipotle salsa was pretty good and the mild was to liquid. I got the duck taco and the pork taco, I really like the flavors of the duck one. My boyfriend got the fish which was delicious They give you a lot of meat on each one. Definitely recommend to people.
If you’re in Boulder, you have to stop by T/aco! Their tacos are absolutely amazing—packed with flavor and perfectly made—and the margaritas are just as incredible. The customer service is truly 5-star; every single staff member made us feel welcome and taken care of. The vibe is perfect too, with a mix of indoor seating (including a lively bar) and outdoor seating that’s ideal for soaking up those gorgeous Boulder days or enjoying a cool evening. What really sets T/aco apart is the people. The owner personally came by our table several times to check on us and even brought over a complimentary sauce for us to try. But the moment that completely won us over? As we were finishing lunch, we noticed a homeless man sitting near the entrance. Before we could even offer to buy him a meal, the owner walked out with a burrito and a drink for him—no hesitation, just genuine kindness. Businesses like this deserve our support! T/aco isn’t just serving up incredible food; they’re making a difference. Don’t miss it next time you’re in Boulder!
Oh my my my!!!! Taco Tuesday is THE BEST! Don’t miss out on trying everything on their menu in one night with the price you can’t beat anywhere else. They are sooo delicious. I’m really happy with their menu change and new tacos in the past couple months. We’ve been coming every other week if not every Tuesday for the past 2 years and still are obsessed with them. Only suggestion is perhaps revamping the space? Make it more fun, maybe some better music, or live entertainment? Other than that the vibes of the food are on point, the margs are killer, and the service is friendly!
What an extraordinary place all around!! My first experience was for dinner, the moment my group walked in the door we were warmly welcomed right away. It was so amazing I met the owner Peter personally and gave him a hug as he and staff quickly found a place for 7 ( including 4 children) the wait staff immediately brought out drinks and were friendly, patient and knowledgeable with our questions as we had never visited before. They worked together as a team it was cool. When people are being paid well and treated with respect it shows up in the service and quality of food and I really felt that here 🙂 We ordered many different flavors of tacos made with daily homemade tortillas and the variety of options is wide , the meats are so flavorful and tender Wow. The queso with carne asada was a huge hit for everyone including the kids, I would absolutely recommend ordering a large because everyone will want more. The chips are fresh and crispy with an array of salsas to choose from and the Margaritas are so delicious with unique recipes. The interior was fun, we sat under tall ceilings and enjoyed festive decorations for the holiday. Top Notch place in my opinion. I next want to mention how positive my second experience was at T/ACO, so this time was lunch and my friend brought her dog along, YES they're Pet-friendly, yay so we asked to sit on the patio which is a neat location with views of the mountains and Broadway. Our pup was brought out a water bowl and a little shredded chicken it was so nice of them. Also the food was brought out promptly and fresh, with service that went above and beyond again. It's such an affordable price for the great quality and atmosphere . Happy hour is also offered every day of the week. Places like this help bring people and community together, Thank you for serving Boulder!
I’ve been in Boulder for 10 years and I absolutely love this restaurant. Aside from the great service and awesome food It’s where I met my last girlfriend. We both love coming here so much that it’s where I asked her to marry me 2 years later. Peter, the owner, makes it obvious how much he cares about the food he serves, the people who create it and the especially the people who come to enjoy it. T/aco consistently has some of the best food and the best service in downtown Boulder.
It was such a pleasure getting to know Peter (the owner), while working on the beautiful flooring at T/ACO! We installed a concrete stain and epoxy finish to revamp the space, and it really complements the vibrant atmosphere he’s created. We love seeing local businesses supporting each other. Be sure to check out the amazing food, and maybe take a peek at the floors too, haha! Highly recommend stopping by T/ACO for both great eats and a stunning space.
Delicious food. 🤤 We had an assortment of the buffalo tacos, shredded chicken, carne asada, beans and rice. We finished off with the sopapilla and that’s a MUST when you visit. Food was definitely ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ We were also really impressed by the staff and how gracefully they handled a rude and aggressive party, offering to accommodate their requests as much as possible on a busy Tuesday Taco evening. The hostesses really handled the party’s obnoxious rudeness and insults like pros. All that to say, this should be your next food stop 😉
If you’re in Boulder Colorado and even remotely like tacos, T/aco is a must. The vibe is fun and laid-back, but the food is seriously next level. Every taco we tried was packed with flavor—the tortillas were fresh, the ingredients tasted high quality, and the combinations were creative without being overcomplicated. The al pastor was especially amazing: perfectly seasoned with just the right balance of savory and sweet. The margaritas were also a highlight—fresh, strong, and the perfect pairing with the food. Service was quick and friendly, and the whole place has an energetic atmosphere that makes it a great spot to hang out with family and friends. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite or settling in for tacos and drinks, this place absolutely delivers. Definitely one of the best taco spots around Boulder.
Common questions about T/aco
T/aco is located at 1175 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302, United States, Boulder, CO, United States.
You can reach T/aco by calling +1 303-443-9468.
T/aco has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 1861 customer reviews.
T/aco features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
T/aco features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
T/aco features the following highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Rooftop seating, Serves local specialty, Sport.
T/aco features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
T/aco features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
T/aco features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
T/aco features the following amenities: Bar on site, Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom.
T/aco features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
T/aco features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space, University students.
T/aco features the following planning: Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
T/aco features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
T/aco features the following children: Good for kids, Kids' menu.
T/aco features the following parking: Free street parking, Paid parking garage, Paid street parking.
T/aco features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
Business Features
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