🌮 Boulder’s Best Tacos, Ranked by You!

T/aco takes the crown — but there’s plenty of spicy competition on this list.

Boulder’s Top Tacos: Your Votes, Your Favorites

 

Hey Boulder! šŸŒž

We asked, you voted — and Boulder’s taco scene did not disappoint. From sizzling birria to hand-milled tortillas, the results of our Best Tacos in Boulder poll are in, and they’re delicious. Whether you’re a loyal T/aco regular or you’re ready to try something new, this roundup is your cheat sheet to Boulder’s top taco spots.

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🌮 Boulder’s Taco Royalty Has Been Crowned

After 56 votes, a whole lotta salsa, and maybe a few too many margs, the results are in: Boulder’s favorite taco spots have officially been ranked by you, our loyal tortilla-loving readers. And no surprise here — the taco competition was spicy. Whether you’re into house-made tortillas, birria bombs, or just chasing down a killer taco on a sunny patio, Boulder’s got something for every kind of taco lover. Let’s dig in.

šŸ† Top 5 Taco Joints in Boulder (According to You!)

1. T/aco – 1175 Walnut St

🌽 Boulder’s 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

🌮 Bright, bold, and super heady. These tacos are made-to-order with local ingredients — plus they encourage composting your napkin, because… Boulder.

3. QuĆ© Rico! ā€“ 1905 29th St

šŸ”„ Birria lovers, this one’s for you. Authentic Mexican flavors, giant portions, and a salsa bar that lets you get creative.

4. bartaco – 1048 Pearl St

🌊 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

šŸ”„ A newer spot with ancient roots — think wood-fired meats, nixtamalized corn, and a side of culinary storytelling.

šŸŽ‰ Honorable Mentions

El Rincón, Mojo Taqueria, Tierra y Fuego, Verde, Pedro’s, and more all got some love too. Clearly, this is a taco town through and through.

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Friday, September 5

šŸŽµ Musical Vanguards at the Dairy Presents the Matt Flinner Trio and Martin GilmorešŸ“ Dairy Arts Center | ā° 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸŽØ Virgi Dart at St Julien HotelšŸ“ St Julien Hotel & Spa | ā° 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Sound TravelsšŸ“ Velvet Elk Lounge | ā° 8:00 PM to 11:45 AM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Nu Bass Theory @ NOBO First FridayšŸ“ NoBo Art Center | ā° 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

Saturday, September 6

šŸ“… LagtoberfestšŸ“ Avery Brewing Company | ā° 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸŽ‰ Niwot Honey Bee Harvest FestivalšŸ“ Historic 2nd Ave. | ā° 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… ScubaConšŸ“ Table Mesa Shopping Center | ā° 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Ocean First Travel Center Grand OpeningšŸ“ Ocean First Travel Center | ā° Time TBD | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

Sunday, September 7

šŸ›ļø Avery Brewing Company's Summer Maker's Market!šŸ“ Avery Brewing Company | ā° 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… INK & IMAGINATION, New Plays by Local PlaywrightsšŸ“ Junkyard Social Club | ā° 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Oktoberfest at St JulienšŸ“ St Julien Hotel & Spa | ā° 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… eTown Presents Dan Rodriguez and Heather MaloneyšŸ“ eTown Hall | ā° 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Boulder Event Calendar

šŸ„‘ Don’t See Your Favorite? Let’s Taco ’Bout 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 — Boulder-style.

🟔 Answer: B) Cozobi — the Zapotec god of corn! Fitting for a place that honors nixtamal traditions.

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