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š® Boulderās Best Tacos, Ranked by You!
T/aco takes the crown ā but thereās plenty of spicy competition on this list.
Boulderās Top Tacos: Your Votes, Your Favorites

Hey Boulder! š
We asked, you voted ā and Boulderās taco scene did not disappoint. From sizzling birria to hand-milled tortillas, the results of our Best Tacos in Boulder poll are in, and theyāre delicious. Whether youāre a loyal T/aco regular or youāre ready to try something new, this roundup is your cheat sheet to Boulderās top taco spots.
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š® Boulderās Taco Royalty Has Been Crowned
After 56 votes, a whole lotta salsa, and maybe a few too many margs, the results are in: Boulderās favorite taco spots have officially been ranked by you, our loyal tortilla-loving readers. And no surprise here ā the taco competition was spicy. Whether youāre into house-made tortillas, birria bombs, or just chasing down a killer taco on a sunny patio, Boulderās got something for every kind of taco lover. Letās dig in.
š Top 5 Taco Joints in Boulder (According to You!)
1. T/aco ā 1175 Walnut St
š½ Boulderās OG taqueria! Known for house-milled organic corn tortillas, killer cocktails, and a dog-friendly patio. T/aco is still the top taco in town, more than a decade strong.
2. McDevitt Taco Supply ā 4800 Baseline Rd
š® Bright, bold, and super heady. These tacos are made-to-order with local ingredients ā plus they encourage composting your napkin, because⦠Boulder.
3. QuĆ© Rico! ā 1905 29th St
š„ Birria lovers, this oneās for you. Authentic Mexican flavors, giant portions, and a salsa bar that lets you get creative.
4. bartaco ā 1048 Pearl St
š Coastal vibes, stylish street food, and some of the best tacos + tequila pairings in town. Feels like a beach vacation, minus the plane ticket.
5. Cozobi Fonda Fina ā 909 Walnut St
š„ A newer spot with ancient roots ā think wood-fired meats, nixtamalized corn, and a side of culinary storytelling.
š Honorable Mentions
El Rincón, Mojo Taqueria, Tierra y Fuego, Verde, Pedroās, and more all got some love too. Clearly, this is a taco town through and through.

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š„ Donāt See Your Favorite? Letās Taco āBout It
Think your favorite taco joint got snubbed? Hit reply and let us know who we should feature next. And if this list made you hungry, forward it to a friend and start planning your next taco crawl ā Boulder-style. š” Answer: B) Cozobi ā the Zapotec god of corn! Fitting for a place that honors nixtamal traditions. šÆāāļø Forward this to a taco-loving buddy š See you next week for more local fun! šø Tag your weekend pics with #WhatsHappeninBoulder |

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