Vegan-friendly
Juice bar
Take-out
Mexican
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers full page of vegetarian options, most of which can be done vegan. Everything is made to order so ask for no cheese and/or sour cream. Enchiladas and sopa tarasca are vegan. Large selection of freshly made juices. Open Mon-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm, Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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470 S Federal Blvd (at Alameda), Denver, Colorado, USA, 80219
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29 Reviews
First Review by The Gay Vegans
EmdotAlice
Points +6065
Hit the spot - Edit
They have quite a few options here that can be made vegan, just specify vegan when ordering and you can get a veggie filling with no choose. We tried the corn tamales in salsa verde and Enmoladas. Both were excellent, but the Salsa Verde is my fave.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-12-20
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Tofu**meup
Points +1352
Best vegan Mexican food in Denver! - Edit
Delicious food and extremely kind staff
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apesno
Points +42
Vegan-friendly cuisine - Edit
This omnivore restaurant clearly labels which items can be made vegetarian and vegan. favorites: Tamal de Elote, the street tacos with mushrooms & nopales, and the vegan emmolades.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-07-28
Pros: Lots of vegan options, I day-dream about the nopales, Fresh lovingly made food
Cons: I don’t think there is a vegan breakfast option
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JeffreyKnott
Points +50
Best Vegan / Vegetarian hole in the wall Mexican Food hands down - Edit
New space, they now have a full bar, just go now.
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NikkiRobertsX
Points +129
Amazing Vegan-Friendly Mexican Spot on Federal! - Edit
If you’re looking for delicious vegan-friendly Mexican cuisine, this place is a must-visit! The service was incredibly friendly, and the food did not disappoint.
Read moreWe started with complimentary salsa and chips—fresh and flavorful. For our main dishes, we enjoyed the Budas Burritos, packed with rice, beans, mushrooms, cactus, potatoes, and carrots, all smothered in a tasty green chile. We also tried the Spinach Enchiladas in tomatillo sauce, perfectly complemented by a refreshing mango water.
Everything was absolutely delicious! The menu is extensive and clearly marked for vegan options, making it easy to find something you’ll love. Highly recommend!
Pros: Clearly marked menu, Extensive vegan options, Great location
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jrdelisi
Points +598
Authentic Vegan Mexican!! - Edit
Many vegan options at this great little Mexican place. And so many different flavors and sauces to choose from. We shared the nopales appetizer, I had enchiladas mole (enmoladas), my husband had flautas, my daughter had zucchini enchiladas, and my son had a veggie/ mushroom huarache. All vegan!! All excellent!
Read moreMy only complaint is that it would have been good to have some vegan protein options, like some seitan or veggie sausage.
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CupcakesMessyFace
Points +1298
Pure Perfection - Edit
I just moved to CO from RI and have missed legit Mexican food.
Read moreI walked into Tarascos and felt at home. It’s an eclectic small dive that reminds me so much of the littles places in Mexico and Southern Cali.
The decor was incredible, fun, cultural.
The menu was expansive, so many vegan options! Tamales, chilaquiles, huraches, etc.
I ordered the enmoladas but the owner came out and let me know it wasn’t gluten free so i switched to the corn tamales wil th salsa verde.
We started with the jalapeño pop poppers. Pickled jalapeños filled with peanut butter. HEAVEN in my mouth. The perfect mix of sweet and spicy. The horchata was legit- i haven’t had such good horchata since my visits to Oaxaca. Then came the corn tamales. I can’t describe how incredible they were. Soooooo good and authentic!
I am excited to explore everything Tarascos has to offer.
The food, the employees, the atmosphere- all perfection.
Pros: The Food, The Employees, The Atmosphere
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SoyKal-El
Points +6835
Authentic Mexican Food - Edit
This tiny restaurant was full because of the high quality food. The service was low key and excellent and the many vegan options clearly marked. The vegan takes on the enchiladas and huaraches we had were delicious.
Read moreThe only reason for withholding a star was the small portion sizes. Previous reviews stated it was large enough to share, but we found ourselves hungry enough afterwards to eat again.
Pros: Lots of vegan options, Delicious Mexican food, Service
Cons: Limited parking, A bit difficult to find, Portion sizes could be a bit larger
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VeganByrd
Points +24
Amazing food for all! - Edit
My husband and I had an amazing meal. I'm vegan and he is not but we both left feeling full and satisfied.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Most things can be made vegan, No hassle when you ask for a change
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SummerLee
Points +1677
Great service and food! - Edit
Well labeled menu! Great options! Would return!
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RebeccaGobbi
Points +130
Best cactus tacos - Edit
It was the best cactus taco I ever had. So tasty and delicious. Very nice grilled. Very friendly staff. Absolutely love it!
Read morePros: Almost everything can be made vegan, Absolutely friendly staff
Cons: Very good price
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beatnikbree
Points +216
Many Vegan & Vegetarian Options - Edit
It’s not common that you’ll find an authentic Mexican restaurant with pages of vegan options! Tarascos did not disappoint and on top of the great food, the service was awesome too! Can’t wait to come back and try more platos!
Read morePros: So many authentic options, Great portions , Friendly staff
Cons: NONE!
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Slothingaround
Points +13
Great veg options! - Edit
The food was flavorful and fresh! Often I find it’s hard to get Mexican food without questioning if it’s really veggie. Here, there are a lot of options clearly labeled and the staff knows what “vegan” and “vegetarian” are without having to explain.
Read moreSome of the best veggie Mexican food I’ve ever had!
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GeronimoZ
Points +28
Amazing food, clarify you want it vegan - Edit
Tried the enchiladas champiñones (mushrooms)and vegan sopas ( clarify no cheese) best to sit down and eat there for full experience.
Read morePros: Vegan options available and marked on menu , Authentic Mexican food, Fairly priced
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macilouu
Points +44
Authentic vegan Mexican - Edit
I got the potato and carrots enchiladas that came with refried beans and rice. It was amazing!!! Lots of food for the price. Got the corn tamales as well and they were just alright. They have good flavor but there’s nothing inside of them
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Juliannamae
Points +174
Authentic - Edit
Authentic Mexican food with vegan options.
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Jungleheart
Points +52
Enchiladas Plazeras!! - Edit
Ever since becoming vegan my wife & I both really miss & crave good Mexican comida. The enchiladas plazeras (carrots & potatoes) is by far our favorite dish to satisfy our craving! We get w green instead of red chile & 1 plate is more than enough for us to split!! Delicious enchiladas!!
Read morePros: Small batch, feels home-cooked
Cons: Parking
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JudeCamberos
Points +105
Great enchiladas - Edit
Gf had the amazing looking mushroom enchilads and myself the veggie burrito. Everything on the menu was marked how it can be made so no guessing work.
Read morePros: Price , Ease of ordering , Service
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discosethie
Points +148
Just what I was craving! - Edit
I had the burrito and guacamole. Both were delicious and hit the spot.
Read morePros: Environment, Chips, Guac
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VickiVigil
Points +20
Delicious! - Edit
I'm in my home town for a quick visit. Found this on Happy Cow and glad I did. I got the enchilada mole.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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Spheres80214
Points +53
Great vegan gluten free enchiladas - Edit
We really enjoyed the zucchini and carrot/potato enchiladas. Both came with refried beans and rice on the side. More of a traditional Mexican retauraunt flavor but many vegan gluten free options. Great smoothies and fruit waters, too.
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Vegtravel4
Points +324
Neither vegan-friendly nor well-prepared - Edit
Came here last night because we were in the mood for Mexican and we saw it on HappyCow. First of all, as a side note from the food, they serve no alcohol, so don't get your heart set on that margarita. The chips taste like they're from a Tostito's bag. When we ordered meals that were "vegan" (despite them having items marked vegan on the menu), our waitress was confused and we had to specify no cheese or cream. My dad's food was still frozen in the middle. Our veggie burrito was swimming in an oily and super salty sauce. We asked for other veggies to be put inside. Otherwise it would have been a very plain rice and bean burrito. The food made me feel pretty weird afterward. Definitely would not recommend for vegans, as the food is extremely simple (no vegan cheese, protein, or sour cream substitutes - they just remove these items so your food is plain).
Read moreCons: food was still frozen in the middle, misunderstanding of vegan, oily, heavy, not flavorful
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pdxjayhawk
Points +231
Damn good food - Edit
I trust Happy Cow reviews and this place sure didn't disappoint. There is a wide selection of vegan options marked in the menu. My husband got the bean and rice burrito and I got the chimichanga. Both were smothered in their famous green chili sauce. If I could bottle it up and take it home To another on everything, I would. The free chips and salsa was some of the best salsa I've ever had. Waitress was super friendly and the food was fresh and piping hot.
Read moreI just moved down the road and I know it'll be one of my "regular" dining options.
Pros: vegan options, price, food quality
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meroe05
Points +822
many vegan options - Edit
This is a tiny restaurant that delivers BIG! Reasonably priced. Many vegan options but be very clear that you don't want cheese. I had the vegan chimichanga and it was the first one I've had since I went vegan. IT WAS DELICIOUS! Filled with potatoes and carrots and topped with vegan green chili! So good! I also wanted to try the tamales, but I couldn't justify ordering 2 entrees. My omnivore family loves their food too. Try it... you'll like it.
Read morePros: delicious, inexpensive, good options
Cons: service was so so, no ambiance
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Realsnickers
Points +26
Found It Through The Gay Vegan Blog - Edit
The location is a little bit discouraging but fear not. Talk to the waiter about being Vegan and he will help you to get your food ordered they offer awesome guacamole and Cactus leaves. Good food you are not going to regret it
Read morePros: Inexpensive , Good Food , Knowledgeable Staff
Cons: Weird Neighborhood
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DougSimpson
Points +24
A Hidden Gem - Edit
Tucked away between a marijuana dispensary and a Vietnamese restaurant is this Mexican restaurant with a surprising availability of vegan/vegetarian menu choices. Featuring the flavors of the Michoacan region of Mexico we thoroughly enjoyed the food. The owner/chef is very knowledgeable about vegan options as was our waiter. The dining area is small and humble in appearance, but clean and well cared for. We tried the frijoles burrito, the potato and carrot chimichanga, and some tamales. All were great, particularly the chimichanga. We took frozen tamales home and they were delicious the next day. We are definitely planning to return to Tadesco.
Read morePros: Food, Service , Vegan Options
Cons: Parking , Neighborhood
DougSimpson
This should be a 4 Star review ****. I miss typed.
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animalsRfriends
Points +57
Yum! Yum! Yum! - Edit
Everything I have had at this restaurant is very delicious. In the summer they have an agua de sandia (icy watermelon drink) that is very refreshing. The green chili, mole, salsa, guacamole are very good.
Read morePros: Staff very friendly
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