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Category: Table Talk
Posted: October 26, 2012 8:00 AM
Tags: the Rio Grande, tacos, Pinche Tacos T/aco, Margs Taco Bistro, Bon Appétit, Black Crow, 20 days of giveaways
New: T/aco
The once lowly street taco is enjoying its day. (For proof, look to Pinche Tacos on Colfax, which landed on our 25 Best Restaurants list and was named one of the 50 best new restaurants in the country by Bon Appétit magazine.) Downtown diners hungry for the street eat flock to Margs Taco Bistro on Wynkoop or Black Crow (the Rio Grande's answer to the food truck) on Blake. And two weeks ago, virtually across the street from the food truck, T/aco opened in the space once occupied by 8 Rivers.
T/aco, which also has a Boulder location, devotes almost its entire menu to the palm-size snack—and the pliable, nicely griddled tortillas alone are worth a visit. Fillings range from basic (steak) to more interesting (seared ahi or beef tongue). When I visited, I ordered the chicken mole, the carnitas, and the tongue (all pictured, from left). The chicken was the most successful: The earthy green mole sauce was deeply flavored, a telltale sign that the kitchen was patient enough to allow the painstakingly slow cooking process work its magic. And the toppings—chipotle salsa, shredded cabbage, crumbled Cotija cheese, and toasted pepitas—were all fresh and in proportion.
Tip: Don't miss the salsas, especially the salsa verde and the fiery habanero. On the recommendation of my server, I mixed the fresh tomato (which was essentially puréed tomatoes) with the habanero to tame the heat and deepen the flavor.
1550 Blake St., 303-623-0330
—Photo by Rachel Nobrega
THIS STORY WAS PART OF 5280's 20 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS!
T/acos in a chair
Submitted by kimberleemiller on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:47.
I have visions of eating T/acos while sitting in that really comfortable chair!
T/aco
Submitted by blahblahx1 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:42.
Interesting concept. Had heard about the Boulder location, but didn't realize they were also in Denver.
Taco choice
Submitted by collinsd07 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:41.
Why go to a fancy restaurant when you can get the 99 cent nacho cheese dorito taco at Taco Bell???? Wait, I'm just realizing it's difficult to convey sarcasm on a comment board...
loving all denver's new restaurants!
Submitted by Jodym2003 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:41.
love marg's taco bistro, can't wait to try T/ACO.
I need some new furniture....
Submitted by kathib on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:31.
Such a unique chair that would look lovely in our home.
OOOH, yum, new tasty treats!!!
Submitted by cheri428 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:22.
Oh my, this sounds fabulous!!!
That Chair...
Submitted by jessicac on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:21.
....looks awesome! Ok, the tacos look pretty, darn good, too.
jess
We love TACOS!
Submitted by rescott73 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:13.
We've seen this place, but haven't been in. Thanks for the review. We'll stop in soon!
Favorite food!!
Submitted by bartstark on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:10.
Tacos, but with a twist...will definintely try!
Taco Friday!!!!!
Submitted by jwill1856 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:09.
Sweet chair. It would look good in my office.
Have to bring my 10-year-old
Submitted by cline11163 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:09.
She LOVES LOVES LOVES tacos
can't wait to try it
Submitted by carrie in littleton on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:07.
Love Margs so I'm looking forward to trying this place too!
T/aco's food & a beautiful chair!
Submitted by stanfordzoo1 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:06.
What a neat combo! Fun to read the restaurant review---we love the Boulder location. Food is terrific! Nifty chair too--nice lines!
I should not have seen this during lunch time...
Submitted by iluv10s on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:05.
It's all I want now!!! This looks so incredible my mouth is watering, and my sandwich looks undesirable. I need to make a trip to T/aco soon!
Gringo Love
Submitted by mwojcik on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:05.
I may be a red-headed Irish girl, but I can't get enough of all the gourmet taco shops that are sprouting up around town! Can't wait to hit up the new T/aco spot - I'm going to suggest it to my husband for date night tonight!
Homemade Tacos
Submitted by itchyfoot on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:04.
Homemade tacos are the best. I get them from a cart. It's a mom & pop and the guy's wife makes them and he sells them. They are very generous with the fillings and one taco is enough for lunch or dinner.
How Does One Pronounce T/aco?
Submitted by Kayde5280 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:04.
Can't wait to try those salsas!
How Does One Pronounce T/aco?
Submitted by Kayde5280 on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:04.
Can't wait to try those salsas!
Can't wait to try!
Submitted by marztravels on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:03.
There's nothing wrong with a damn fine taco, and it looks like they've got quite the selection.
T/aco - sweet!
Submitted by jetiwi on Fri, 2012-10-26 12:01.
Awesome! I can't wait to check out T/aco. The chair is awesome as well. I have a perfect spot for it! ;-)
The T/aco in Boulder is great
Submitted by dhassler on Fri, 2012-10-26 11:56.
..really enjoyed the fare.
Taco's all the time
Submitted by amberrt on Fri, 2012-10-26 11:56.
I love to try new mexican places. These sound delicious.
Pinche is Fab
Submitted by alex89 on Fri, 2012-10-26 11:54.
If this spot's half as delish as Pinche, Boulder's in for quite a treat. Thanks for the tip!
I was just there!
Submitted by daniellekees on Fri, 2012-10-26 11:53.
Just last night (absolutely delicious). I cannot wait to eat there again!
Interesting Options
Submitted by Lilypad on Fri, 2012-10-26 11:53.
Very interesting options for a Taco!
Very Nice
What a great way to make a simple treat more amazing.
T/aco
T/aco - that is a great name.
G/imme som T/acos!!
It's Cinco de Novembre soon! (I celebrate twice a year). Let's get some T/acos!
taco lover
Definitely on my "to try" list
My taco, my love
T/aco has a great name and food
Come to Boulder and eat great tacos. And maybe I'll let you sit in my chair!
Delicioso
I am so glad the street taco movement has caught on here! This will be a great place to add to the list of places to try out!
Thanks!
Those tacos look amazing!
I can't wait to try these tacos!
Cool