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Perdida - Mexican Kitchen offers a stylish dining experience with a seaside-inspired ambiance featuring tacos, fajitas, salads, and creative cocktails. Guests enjoy vibrant outdoor terraces and live music, making it perfect for casual yet upscale Mexican dining.
What's Included:
🌮 Variety of tacos and fajitas
🍹 Signature cocktails and margaritas
🌿 Vegan and vegetarian options
🎶 Live music and rooftop seating
Important Information:
Reservations recommended, especially for brunch and weekendsFree street and on-site parking, but parking can be somewhat difficult to findWheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seatingFamily-friendly with kids’ menu and changing tablesExpect a trendy, cozy atmosphere with attentive service and fast-paced dining perfect for groups and solo visits alike.
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🌮 Must-Try Mushroom Tacos: Locals rave about the mushroom tacos for a unique, flavorful twist not to miss.
🍹 Coconut Margaritas Shine: The coconut margaritas are a standout cocktail, perfect for patio sipping on warm days.
🎶 Live Music Nights: Check the schedule for live music events to enhance your dining vibe on the rooftop.
🅿️ Parking Tips: Although there is free street and on-site parking, spaces fill quickly; arriving early on busy days helps secure a spot.
⏰ Hours
Monday: 11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday: 11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday: 11 AM to 10 PM
Friday: 11 AM to 11 PM
Saturday: 10 AM to 11 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 10 PM
👉 Best For
Groups, families, casual upscale dining, cocktail lovers
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Perdida - Mexican Kitchen
1066 S Gaylord St
,
Denver
,
CO
80209
Public Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Perdida receives high praise for its flavorful dishes, especially tacos, fajitas, and cocktails, paired with a lively ambiance and friendly, attentive service. The outdoor and rooftop seating are big draws. Some guests mention the pricing as upscale but justified by quality. A few reviews report issues with service and food quality, including one serious incident of food poisoning, but these are rare compared to the many positive experiences.
Last updated on
November 4, 2025
🍽️ Standout Dishes
Tacos, Fajitas, Salads, Birria Tacos, Chicken Tinga Quesadilla, Mushroom Tacos, Mix Grill Fajitas, Chip and Dip Trio, Churros, Chicken Tortilla Soup, French Toast
📆 Best Times to Visit
Visit for brunch or lunch on weekends by 11 AM to avoid peak crowd; enjoy lively rooftop seating and live music evenings Thursday to Saturday.
♿️ Accessibility
Entrance, parking lot, restrooms, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Assistive hearing loop not available.
🧑🍳 Reservation Policy
Reservations recommended; Brunch reservations recommended
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