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Tamayo Restaurant, Denver, CO

Tamayo Restaurant

4.5
4.5
3997 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
Located in Historic Larimer Square, Tamayo is a chic spot with a vast rooftop deck with sweeping views of the mountains. The innovative Latin menu is carefully crafted by world-renowned Chef Richard Sandoval who is often hailed as the “Father of Modern Mexican Cuisine.” Savory & authentic, the upscale Mexican cuisine at Tamayo will make any meal an unforgettable experience. With a collection of over 100 tequilas and agave-based spirits, Tamayo is also a hotspot for margaritas & hand-crafted cocktails.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 72 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Mexican, Latin / Spanish, Mexican

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (720) 946-1433

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic

  • Executive chef

    Richard Sandoval

  • Catering

    Tamayo is happy to tailor catered menus for your off-premise event. Please contact denverevents@richardsandoval.com

  • Private party facilities

    Whether you are looking to enjoy an outdoor cocktail reception on the terrace or prefer a sit-down dinner in a private room, events at Richard Sandoval’s Tamayo Restaurant are the perfect place for you and your guests.

  • Private party contact

    Megan Fightmaster: (859) 513-5328

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / LoDo

  • Cross street

    14th Street

  • Parking details

    Metered parking available and Valet available a few doors down on Larimer at the Capital Grille & Writer's.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,997 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. DaveH

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal from calamari appetizer to the plantain empanadas dessert.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    We went for brunch as was advertised on the website for the holiday weekend. But there was no brunch on Monday 05/29. The website was very confusing, definitely seemed like they had a special brunch on Monday. We weren’t the only party confused by this either. Food was decent but service was very slow. Over all it was a bummer
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and team with exceptional service. We will go back again
  4. jimnjess44

    Philadelphia

    44 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    We ordered the bottomless brunch, and did not think the quality of the food or the variety of the food options, were worth the price. Especially when something as basic as guacamole was the only thing not included as part of the unlimited food. One of the dishes we ordered was supposed to have a poached egg but it was so over cooked it was practically hard boiled. The location and inside atmosphere seemed great and our server was attentive, so maybe a regular lunch or dinner here would be great. Just wouldn’t recommend the brunch
  5. AmyA

    Denver

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Food was good, and the service was good. We enjoyed the dinner and a show promotion!
  6. GinaR

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The location, ambiance and service were excellent. Our sever and other staff checked on us many times. Food was good but underwhelming. Bottomless brunch is misleading. Guac isn’t included, only basic morning cocktails included. We ordered flavored (highly recommend prickly pear) margaritas. Had two each, 2nd round was a pretty light pour.
  7. JasonJ

    Denver

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Service was absolutely excellent. Our server was fabulous and all the other people helping out were great. Really excellent service. Unfortunately the food doesn’t match; small portions, very elevated prices. 3 small street tacos were $17. Wife for a Chili Relleno that didn’t have any cheese on it. My skirt steak was great, and the mole enchilada was good, but it was $30 and was a fairly small portion all told. The drinks, though, were fabulous. Caipirinha was beyond awesome. Coin Marg was absolutely spot on. The food just doesn’t match what you’re paying for, so overall not my fav.
  8. LisaA

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Pricey for Mexican food, if you’re a Californian you may have sticker shock for what you actually get. Food is good just sure it’s worth the value.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded 7 days agoHello Lisa, thank you for your review! Our team works to ensure an exquisite dining experience and that every dish is crafted with precision & passion - creating flavorful plates at prices reflecting their excellence! Your feedback means a great deal to us as it helps drive forward our commitment to overall perfection!

  9. Kirk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great environment. Tasty food. Delicious margaritas. Great service.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded 7 days agoHello Kirk, we are so delighted that you had such a fantastic experience at Tamayo! Your 5-star review has filled us with immense joy and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank YOU for making our venue shine - your glowing support is invaluable!

  10. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience5
    The food was very trendy, but average in flavor and pricey. The service is great, and it is a fun place to go.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded 7 days agoWe're so happy to hear you loved our fun, lively vibe and excellent service! Our main goal is for you to have an exceptionally enjoyable experience from start until finish. We’re disappointed to hear that we did not give a better impression with your menu selections, we hope you reconsider and give another opportunity for us to win you back.

  11. JimB

    Denver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very busy place downtown! Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. Great guacamole. Conversation at our table was a challenge due to noise level. Food was tasty and we had plenty of time to comfortably get to the theater. Make a reservation if you do not have time to wait!

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded 7 days agoHello Jim, Thank you for letting us know how we're doing! We put a lot of thought into every detail to create an ambience that is both energetic and lively, we understand sometimes it may get a bit loud. It's a pleasure to hear the dishes you sampled were tasty and that the service was spot on! We hope you enjoyed the show.

  12. KrisL

    Denver

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Overall, VERY happy we chose to visit Tamayo! I made a reservation, but we were going to be dining early (5pm on a Tuesday) so the restaurant had quite a lot of open tables. That being said- those tables filled up! There seemed to be a lack of urgency from the host to get back to the host stand- wound ip waiting several minutes as he meandered his way back, stopping mid way, along the way- but, we were seated and our server was more eager to check on us. I ordered La Tampiquena (the most expensive item- of course) and it was sooo worth it! Tender skirt steak, seasoned wonderfully!!! Very good (and justified as a splurge, since I have never been here before) My friend ordered the carne asada tacos (3) and said they were delicious. I understand that this is “elegant Mexican” but to charge for beans and rice is always laughable! That’s not a lot of food cost😄 Overall- I have no hesitation with recommending Tamayo! I would say that they could just add beans and rice IF the customer wants- not automatically- as some people wouldn’t want it anyways.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded 7 days agoHello Kris! We're excited to hear you enjoyed your first time at Tamayo. We're honored to see you loved your La Tampiqueña and the delicious carne asada tacos! Our beans and rice are a popular, favorite side dish, and your opinion matters as we are always open to suggestions. It helps us learn how to better serve our guests!

  13. BarryO

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect dinner spot before shows at the Buell DCPA

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 24, 2023Thank you for taking the time to review Tamayo! Your feedback is very important and we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience from start to finish! It is our pleasure to set the tone of your evening before the show time!

  14. AmandaS

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food presentation was great and taste was amazing. Definitely going to come back again and again

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 24, 2023You made our day...Thank you for your positive review! We're so glad to see that Tamayo is a favorite of yours. We take pride in providing you with an experience that you'll remember - from the food, to the service, and so much more! Thanks for sharing!

  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience2
    Has gone downhill it’s nothing of the brunch it use to be took my aunt and my mom and me and my family there’s to celebrate Mother’s Day what a disappointment food was nothing like it use to be the only thing good was the service

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 24, 2023We value your feedback about your brunch experience and we’ll make sure to use the information you gave us to better serve you. Our chefs put their heart and soul into each dish and use locally sourced ingredients to create innovative dishes. We’re sorry we did not meet your expectations this time and we hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future.

  16. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    I had a bad experience twice here - I won’t be going back

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2023Our main goal is for every customer to have an exceptionally enjoyable experience from start until finish. We’re disappointed to hear that we did not give a better impression of Tamayo. Please email us at info@eattamayo.co we would like to hear more about your visit.

  17. Singer

    Denver

    51 reviews

    4.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great house margarita! # salsas with chips for an appetizer were interesting - my dining partner enjoyed all the salsas:) We had shrimp enchiladas & chicken enchiladas which were fabulous! Our server CJ was terrific but the incredible noise from a huge table of 18 about drowned us out - very difficult to converse.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2023Hello Singer! Thank you for taking time out of your day to share your thoughts with us. Everything we do here is with you in mind so it's a pleasure to see you had a wonderful experience. Tamayo is a lively spot so expect to see people having a good time!

  18. aberdeenangus

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it. Great food - beautiful skirt steak fajitas, tuna guac was ace, marvelous!

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2023Hello Aberdeen! Thank you for your glowing review. It's customers like you who make our job so wonderful. We hope to see you again soon.

  19. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Decent experience, I would say the flow of food and drinks could’ve been better. They limit you to two hours but often had empty cups and plates. Wish we could’ve experienced it a little longer.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2023Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at Tamayo. We're glad to see that you enjoyed your visit. We assure you that your satisfaction remains our utmost priority; therefore, we hope the chance arises where we can provide a better experience for you in the future.

  20. jsindenver

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Overall good experience. Service was quick and attentive.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2023We are so happy that you had a great experience at Tamayo! Our team can't wait to show you how we continue to create amazing experiences in the future. Come back soon and let us wow you all over again!

  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Always a great time! We will be back again soon for the bottomless brunch!

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2023Our goal is always to provide you with the best possible service and dining experience! Our team is so thrilled that you look forward to another brunch with us soon!

  22. MaggieS

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved the bottomless brunch and will be back!! Excellent service and value.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 12, 2023Hello Maggie, providing great experiences will always remain our top priority. Here’s to more delicious, savory brunch dishes, and good vibes on your next visit. Cheers!

  23. Almond

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Delicious meal with some great variations on typical Mexican food.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 24, 2023Hello Almond, Yes! We're so excited to to see your fabulous review! A lot of care and passion goes into every detail for every dish on our menu. Our authentic Mexican dishes are packed with flavorful, fresh ingredients that are both incredibly delicious and sooo satisfying!

  24. GeoffA

    Denver

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Good food at a decent price. Great location close to theater and CU Denver campus.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 12, 2023Hello Geoff, yes indeed! Thank you so much for your terrific review of Tamayo. It's our pleasure to kick start your evening with a wonderful dining experience before a show. We hope to serve you again soon.

  25. JillyRealtor

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Want amazing food, salsas, margaritas, and variety of beers and tequila? Look no further! This is only my second time here and every time I think, "I need to come back!"

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 8, 2023Hello Jilly, we're so grateful for your fabulous rating! Our amazing food, salsas, margaritas are packed with flavorful, fresh ingredients and presented to bring a smile every time you indulge! We hope to see you again soon for another extraordinary time at Tamayo.

  26. DianaC

    Denver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    My husband and I enjoyed the bottomless brunch menu today and we loved it. Margaritas and mimosas included! Service was great as well. We’ll be back for sure.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 8, 2023We are truly thrilled to have received your amazing review! We take great pride in preparing our bottomless brunch with culinary passion and expertise, so it is wonderful to hear that you had such an exceptional experience.

  27. EmilyC

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience at Tamayo! From the service, to the cocktails, to the food, to the setting, just an overall great night. Will be back!

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 12, 2023Hello Emily! We truly appreciate that you loved your fabulous experience with us. We take pride in serving fresh and flavorful dishes and creative cocktails that bring you back again and again.

  28. GARYK

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    The parking situation around there is horrible, Did not epect to pay $35.00 to park
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1
    Booths and tables are small, menus are huge and take up all the space. Saw 3 mice throughout dinner. Probably won’t be back.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 12, 2023We want to make sure that we address the issues you mentioned. We take our cleanliness and safety very seriously, and we adhere to restaurant protocols diligently so It's extremely rare for us to receive this type of feedback. Please email us directly at info@eattamayo. with your contact information and reservation number so we can follow-up on this matter.

  30. LorraineB

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Main course quite good. Dessert maybe 4 star. Too tired to try any of the drinks. Would definitely go back. Highly recommend.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 12, 2023Nice! We're so grateful to hear you enjoyed your time at Tamayo. We try our best to make sure that we're not only providing an exceptional experience, but also a memorable one. Looks like we hit the mark with your recent visit. We're definitely looking forward to hosting you again.

  31. JohnB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and Margaritas. Good dessert selections. Nice place to go before a show the Denver Center for Performing Arts.
  32. Drew

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The margaritas are tasty, and the food isn’t BAD, it just wasn’t very good, especially for the price. The bacon guacamole was bland, but the salsa is came with was tasty. The birria tacos honestly just didn’t meet my criteria for what a birria taco is (the tortillas weren’t dipped and fried on a griddle like they should be, and there was little/no Oaxaca cheese). The tacos themselves were also small too expensive for what they were. My partner had the short rib, and it was pretty delicious. So maybe I just ordered wrong.
  33. ken1

    Denver

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We have always loved to Mayo and continue to do so. Service is always Top Notch and the food is great!
  34. tinam

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was great. Had the cheese appetizer with chips and fresh tortillas and chili sauce which was really good. The Mahi mahi tacos were amazing. Highly recommend. I will definitely be coming back to Tamayo. Reasonable prices for unique great Latin cuisine.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 8, 2023Hi Tinam! Thank you for your 5 star review, we're so excited we were able to provide a great experience for you. We always want you to feel satisfied and enjoy when you visit Tamayo! It would be a pleasure to serve you again soon.

  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love their bottomless brunch. It’s definitely worth the price.
  36. StevenW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent. We especially liked the tortilla soup and flauta appetizer. Service was attentive without being intrusive.
  37. Caccy

    Denver

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our first time there and we really enjoyed the Bottomless Brunch option! The food and drinks were really good. And service was great too. They checked on us frequently to see if we needed anything. And everyone was friendly too. We will definitely go again. We went prior to attending a show at the Buell.
  38. TiffanyS

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great all you can eat brunch and drinks! The service was attentive, food was delicious and drinks were tasty! Worth the $44 price tag.

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on May 8, 2023Hello Tiffany, we are delighted that you had an outstanding brunch experience at Tamayo! Our team looks forward to impressing you with our amazing services in the future. Please visit us again soon so we can wow you once more!

  39. Jamie

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience1
    It used to be a really nice place. Didn’t feel great last nice. Shaky table. The server was in such a rush. Disappointing

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on April 16, 2023Hello Jamie, It’s disappointing to hear your visit was less than amazing and you weren't satisfied with our service. Your opinion matters, and we always strive for excellence at Tamayo and our tradition always provides a perfect place to enjoy a memorable meal with friends and family. It is our hope that you give us another opportunity to serve you!

  40. VictoriaK

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our wait staff was excellent and the fajitas were the best we've had in a Denver restaurant hands down!

    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on April 16, 2023Hello Victoria! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the best fajitas in Denver, they are a customer favorite! We appreciate your shoutout for your wait staff and we truly appreciate your 5 star rating. We can't wait to have you back!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Tamayo Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 946-1433.

Tamayo Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 3997 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 72 times today
Google Map for Tamayo Restaurant

1400 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

  • Cross street

    14th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / LoDo

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Mexican, Latin / Spanish, Mexican

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Metered parking available and Valet available a few doors down on Larimer at the Capital Grille & Writer's.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic

  • Executive chef

    Richard Sandoval

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (720) 946-1433

  • Catering

    Tamayo is happy to tailor catered menus for your off-premise event. Please contact denverevents@richardsandoval.com

  • Private party facilities

    Whether you are looking to enjoy an outdoor cocktail reception on the terrace or prefer a sit-down dinner in a private room, events at Richard Sandoval’s Tamayo Restaurant are the perfect place for you and your guests.

  • Private party contact

    Megan Fightmaster: (859) 513-5328

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