Welcome to Qué Rico!
Located in Boulder, Colorado, Qué Rico! is a gem for lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine. With a menu featuring delicious offerings such as birria tacos, Al Pastor tortas, and house-made aguas frescas, diners rave about the satisfying flavors and generous portions. The inviting atmosphere and attentive staff add to the experience, emphasizing a passion for quality food. Customers appreciate the salsa condiment station, allowing for customized flavor profiles, and many have highlighted the delightful birria as a standout dish. Qué Rico! is quickly becoming a must-visit spot for those seeking a true taste of Mexico right in Boulder.
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1855 29th St, Boulder, CO 80301, United States Hotline: +1 720-316-5934
Welcome to Qué Rico!, the latest gem in Boulder, Colorado, located at 1855 29th St. This authentic Mexican restaurant has quickly made a name for itself as a go-to spot for those seeking vibrant flavors and hearty portions. With a focus on fresh ingredients and traditional recipes, Qué Rico! serves up a delightful array of dishes, from mouthwatering birria tacos to perfectly crafted tortas.
What sets Qué Rico! apart is its warm, inviting atmosphere and the sincere hospitality of the staff. Many patrons have noted the exceptional service, often receiving unexpected samples and quick, friendly attention. The commitment to quality is evident, as every dish is prepared in-house, from salsas to desserts. Angela Steinkamp's experience perfectly encapsulates this: she raved about the speed of service and the fantastic taste of the Al Pastor Torta paired with refreshing horchata.
However, it’s the authentic flavors that really shine at Qué Rico!. Gerard Casas Saez aptly describes the restaurant as a remarkable find offering classic Mexican dishes at reasonable prices for Boulder. The taco lunch special is a steal, featuring a variety of taco meats that are simply mouthwatering. And for those looking to indulge, it’s hard to resist the recommendation of trying the different house-made sauces. The generous portions and unforgettable taste will leave you wanting more.
If you’re venturing into this culinary haven for the first time, be sure to sample the birriaquesas, as Selin Ponce suggests. Coupled with a side of consomme, this dish provides a hearty taste of authenticity that melts in your mouth. Combine your meal with refreshing aguas frescas or a decadent concha rellena, and you’ve got yourself an extraordinary dining experience.
Although some diners express that the prices can be slightly higher, Nessa Lettuce acknowledges that the quality justifies the cost. It’s this balance of value and quality that has solidified Qué Rico! as a local favorite. With each bite, you can feel the passion the staff has for their craft, and it’s clear this is a place that celebrates the richness of Mexican culinary traditions.
If you’re in Boulder, don’t miss out on experiencing this family-run restaurant. As Thomas DeLaney aptly noted after a long hike, Qué Rico! offers more than just a meal; it’s a delightful journey into the heart of authentic Mexican cuisine. Whether you're looking for a post-hike meal or a cozy spot to unwind with friends, Qué Rico! promises to deliver an incredible culinary experience. ¡Hasta luego!
Incredibly satisfying apres-hike lunch. I ordered the Al Pastor Torta and a Horchata. I liked the salsa condiment station and mixed the orange and red salsas to perfection. I was impressed with the speed of service with only one person working and five people in our group. Thanks for a great lunch! And being open on Veterans Day.
Amazing authentic mexican restaurant at a reasonable price for Boulder! The food is great and the taco meats are amazing! Try all the sauces! Highly recommended to get the tacos lunch special, great deal for tacos and great tacos!
This place is awesome, I tried it for the first time and I will definitely be back. From the decor to the quality of the food. I really appreciated the hospitality, I went in to get food and got some samples from the friendly staff without even asking and I was blown away. The Birria is mouthwatering and I never liked birria before trying this place out. I had the el pastor torta and the strawberry horchata, both were delicious. I was told they make everything in-house from the waters to the cakes. I will say the only thing is its a bit pricey, I got a torta and a drink left a tip and came out to around 28 and some change but quality is there. Definitely check this place out you will not regret it.
All I can say is WOW, get here now because this place is the real deal! Absolutely phenomenal. Was so excited to see a new, authentic Mexican restaurant opening in Boulder and the food did not disappoint. We got the birriaquesas, tortas, elotes en vasa with Takis, and aguas frescas. The birria is insanely flavorful and melts in your mouth. Everything was absolutely delicious and the quality is really good and fresh! Portion sizes are really generous, I ordered two birriaquesas tacos and barely made it through them both but enjoyed every bite with the birria consomme. I really cannot express how much I enjoyed this first experience here and how warm the staff are. You can tell they are passionate about what they do and excited to share the food with people who have never tried it before. They even let us sample the aguasfrescas without even asking! I truly hope business for them in Boulder thrives because I will definitely be a regular customer and can’t wait to make my way through all of the treats, drinks, and meals on their menu. This location is special too, because they are the only one that offers a full food menu and not just treats and snacks. I am so impressed and thrilled to have a new go-to. Do not sleep on this family run GEM, Boulder, run don’t walk! Outstanding, ¡Que Rico!
Amazing food and staff! They are all very excited about serving you excellent authentic Mexican food and treats. We stopped by after hiking several hours at the Chautauqua trails and ended up getting a variety of tasty food and treats. They also have several delicious house made refreshing drinks to choose from. We had the elote en vaso, 2 Street tacos, a quesobirria, the Que Rico plate, a concha rellena, and a coconut shaved ice with condensed milk. This was more food than 2 people would usually need but we wanted to try a lot of things and took some to go!
I’d been eyeing this place every time I used the EA charger in the lot and finally decided to pop in for lunch one day. The menu reminded me of a favorite place in Texas and fortunately, the food was just as good as my old fave. The gentleman who took my order was very friendly and prompt, and the food was delivered to my table within 5-10 mins. I got the quesabirria taco w/ consomme and a street taco, along with some chips and salsa. They have a small salsa bar with 4 kinds of salsa and I sampled all of them. Each was fantastic and fresh. Even the chips were good quality. This is now one of my new favorite spots in Boulder. All the food in the photos cost 10 including tax and tip. I’m not sure you’ll find a better deal in town.
Love that we have an authentic Mexican place in boulder now!! Food is excellent and the service is really good! Eating here about once or twice a week since I work in the mall. A little pricey but worth it. Shoot if they served alcohol it would be 10 stars!
Thank you, Raphael, for the AMAZING service!! Had THE BEST quac!! Super cute and fun place to grab a bite to eat and a marg! The Birria Ramen is DELICIOUS!! Can't wait to come back when it's warmer to hang on the patio! Hasta luego