Machete Tequila + Tacos

2817 E 3rd Ave, Denver
(303) 333-1567

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Tacos De Camarones a La Diabla
Upcharge on Speciality Tacos
Queso Fundido with Chorizo
Masa Crisps w 4 Salsas
Salsas and Guacamole
Shishito Peppers
Al Pastor Tacos
Ceviche Tacos
12 Taco Plate
Gourmet Tacos

Menu

Tacos
Pescado Taco
Grilled mahi-mahi, lettuce, chili Fresno mayo, and squid ink tortilla. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meat may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Del Jardin Taco
Grilled sweet potato, carrots, poblano pepper, fresh corn puree, and hibiscus tortilla. Served with house-made corn tortillas.
Betabel Taco
Roasted beets, avocado habanero puree, garbanzo beans, and hibiscus tortilla. Served with house-made corn tortillas.
Barbacoa Taco
Colorado braised lamb shank, avocado puree, onions and cilantro, and poblano tortilla. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Al Pastor Taco
Duroc roasted pig in guajillo chile marinade, pineapple, onions, and cilantro. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Camaron Taco
Grilled shrimp, lettuce, poblano pesto, avocado, pickled radish, and squid ink tortilla. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Arrachera Chile Relleno Taco
Hanger steak, avocado salsa verde, onions, cilantro, and chile Guero stuffed with Oaxaca cheese. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Arrachera Taco
Hanger steak, avocado salsa verde, onions, and cilantro. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Campechano Taco
Hanger steak, red chorizo, Oaxaca cheese, avocado salsa verde, onions, and cilantro. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Tinga Taco
Rotisserie chicken braised in onion chipotle adobo and tomato, lettuce, and crema de rancho. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked poultry may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Pollo Rostizado Taco
Rotisserie chicken, avocado salsa verde, and crispy potatoes. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked poultry may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Lengua Taco
Steamed cooked beef tongue, onions, cilantro, salsa chile de Arbol, and pickled radish. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Poc Chuc Taco
Pork rib meat, salsa Negra, caramelized onions, smoked avocado, and poblano tortilla. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Cochinita Pibil Taco
Achiote roasted pork, pickled red onions, and blue corn tortillas. Served with house-made corn tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Salad
De Le Casa Salad
Chopped mixed greens, pickled red onions, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, roasted pumpkin seeds, Cotija cheese, and cilantro agave nectar vinaigrette. Consuming raw or undercooked meat may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Entradas
Guacamole
Classic guacamole includes masa crisps and salsas.
Shishito Peppers
Flash fried seasoned peppers and Fresno aio.
Masa Crisps and Salsas

Quesadillas
Arrachera Quesadilla
Hanger steak, habanero mojo, crispy onions, and chile guajillo tortilla. Served with Oaxaca cheese. Consuming raw or undercooked meat may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Shrimp Quesadilla
Grilled shrimp, lettuce, poblano pesto, avocado, and guajillo tortilla. Served with Oaxaca cheese. Consuming raw or undercooked seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Mundo Verde Quesadilla
Zucchini, corn, mushrooms, and poblano tortilla. Served with Oaxaca cheese.
Huitlacoche Quesadilla
Huitlacoche, shitake mushrooms, roasted corn, salsa Roja, and poblano tortilla. Served with Oaxaca cheese.
Pollo Rostizado Quesadilla
Rotisserie chicken, blue corn tortilla, and salsa verde. Served with Oaxaca cheese. Consuming raw or undercooked poultry may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Tinga Quesadilla
Rotisserie chicken braised in onion chipotle adobo and tomato, lettuce, and sour cream. Served with Oaxaca cheese. Consuming raw or undercooked poultry may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Extras
Guacamole
Doesn't come with chips or salsas
Rice
Frijoles Puercos
Grilled Nopales
Three Fresh Tortillas

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Recent Reviews

Veronica was our server and she was so amazing and friendly! She also had great recommendations. I got the chile relleno sirloin taco and the pollo taco with the crispy potatoes 🤤 10/10.
September 2025
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I can’t say enough good things about this taco spot! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned — definitely my go-to place when I’m craving tacos.

But what really made this visit extra special was our server Talayah. She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, especially since we had the babies with us. She helped us get settled, made thoughtful accommodations without us...
September 2025
I stopped at this place on a trip through Denver. Turned out to be solid. Their Al Pastor taco doesn’t rival the ones in Mexico, but it’s still a really good taco. I was super impressed with the creativity and flavor of the pollo taco. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating and service was fast. Cost per taco is $5.50. I would stop back in this place when passing through town again. Go check it out!
September 2025

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Machete Tequila + Tacos

2817 E 3rd Ave, Denver, CO 80206
(303) 333-1567