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š® Denverās Top Taco SpotsāAs Voted By You!
Kikeās takes the crown, but these runners-up deserve your weekend taco crawl plans.
š® Denverās Taco Royalty + Your Weekend Plans

Happy Friday, Denver!
Tacos, tunes, and all the weekend vibesāthis issueās got it all. Weāre diving into the results of Denverās best taco showdown (spoiler: your top pick brings the heat š„), plus a look at the canāt-miss events happening around the city. Whether youāre planning a taco crawl, hitting a festival, or just looking for something fun to do, this weekās roundup will set you up for a weekend done right.

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š Whoās Got the Best Pizza in Denver?From New York-style slices to deep-dish dreams, Denverās pizza game is saucy. Weāre putting the cityās best pies head-to-head to find out who really deserves the crown (and that last slice). šš„ | š§ Need a brain break?Play trivia, crosswords, and word searches built just for locals. These games arenāt just fun...theyāll test how well you actually know your city. Great for killing time, learning something new, or proving youāre the true local legend. | š½ļø Craving: Hong Kong Station š 6460 E Yale Ave G20c, Denver, CO 80222 This spot is pure flavor fire. š„ From crispy Szechuan wings to viral Hong Kong French Toast and the best sesame chicken in town, every bite hits hard. Whether youāre craving comfort food or chasing foodie hype, this is a must-stop. Fix your foodie hit list ā and hit it soon. šÆš |

š® Denverās Taco Royalty Has Been Crowned
After votes, plenty of salsa, and maybe one too many margaritas, Denverās favorite taco spots have officially been ranked by you, our tortilla-loving readers. The results? Spicy, flavorful, and oh-so worth the debate. Whether youāre into crispy tripas, birria brilliance, or happy hour tacos with a side of tequila, Denverās taco scene delivers big.
š Top Taco Joints in Denver (According to You!)
1. Kikeās Red Tacos ā 1200 W 38th Ave
š„ The undisputed champ. This humble taco truck-turned-taqueria stole the crown with its no-frills, all-flavor approach. Locals canāt stop raving about the authentic taste and cozy patio vibes.
2. La Calle Taqueria Y Carnitas ā 1565 W Alameda Ave
š½ An old-school taco joint that keeps it classic. The tacos de tripas are the starācrispy, flavorful, and the kind of bite that converts even the pickiest eaters.
3. Luchador Taco & More ā 2030 E 28th Ave
š„ Every taco tells a story here. Led by Chef Zuri Resendiz, this spot blends Mexico City heritage with Food Network flair. Bold flavors, big heart, and tacos worth fighting for.
4. Machete Tequila + Tacos ā 1730 Wynkoop St
š¹ A Cherry Creek favorite where tacos meet tequila in perfect harmony. The happy hour deals ($3 tacos + discounted margs) make this one of Denverās best weekday hangouts. Pro tip: order the hibiscus margarita.
š Honorable Mentions
Plenty of other Denver spots got some love tooāand if one thingās clear, this city knows how to taco. So go ahead, map out your taco crawl and taste the city one tortilla at a time.
š New Poll: Best Pizza in Denver!
Weāve crowned the taco champsānow itās time for round two. Denver is stacked with pizza joints that locals swear by, and we want your votes. From classic New York slices to wood-fired Neapolitan pies, who deserves the title of Denverās pizza royalty? Cast your vote and help us settle the score!

Friday, September 5 š Brandi Carlile (Night 1)š Red Rocks Amphitheatre | ā° 7:30 PM | šļø Varies šµ Eazybakedš Mission Ballroom | ā° 7:30 PM | šļø Varies | Saturday, September 6 š¶ Artist on the Rise Concertš Dairy Block | ā° 7:00 PM ā 9:00 PM | š Free š¤ Japanese Breakfastš Mission Ballroom | ā° 8:00 PM | šļø $59.50+ | Sunday, September 7 š¶ Brandi Carlile (Night 2)š Red Rocks Amphitheatre | ā° 7:30 PM | šļø Varies š¶ RubyDREAMSš 2590 Walnut St., Boulder | ā° 3:00 PM | šļø $110 |

Taco Cheers to the Weekend š
Wherever youāre heading this weekendāwhether itās a taco truck, a fancy taqueria, or your own kitchenāmay your plates be full and your margaritas perfectly salted. Answer: C) Los Angeles š®āØ Though tacos trace their origins to Mexico, it was LAās food scene that made the crunchy hard-shell taco an American staple. Happy taco hunting, Denver! š®š¹ ā The Whatās Happeninā Denver Team š«¶ |
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