Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Denver

Review summary

1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago10 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 21 March 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   We had a great experience the first time we came here about 6 months ago. This visit was not as great. Our sever never checked back with us after she took our order. We were constantly flagging her down. Even when she walked right by our table, she didn’t even look at us to see if there was anything we needed. Tortilla soup is delicious but came out not quite hot. Other food was likewise good. The hostess seemed to cover our table half the time and just seemed annoyed with us. The food really was pretty good, but lack of attention in an almost empty restaurant was not a good look.
   

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   Charles

   Phoenix7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 11 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always good food. Service was wonderful. The short rib cheese crisp is a must-get menu item every time.
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 13 March 2025

   Hi Charles, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're delighted to know that you had a great experience with us at Blanco Cocina + Cantina. If you love the Machaca Cheese Crisp, you'll have to try more of our short rib items (we recommend adding some to our queso)! We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Dani Villalovos Restaurant Manager Blanco Cocina + Cantina
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Denver1 review

   3.0

   Dined on 9 March 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Great guac. One of the best house margs in town . Fajitas are average
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 17 March 2025

   Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the guac and margs!
   

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   Veronica

   Denver49 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had chips and salsa, spicy marg with pineapple and jalapeño and a glass of wine, all good. Ordered the “street corn” off the cob and found it to be drowning in mayonnaise and that is all you tasted. Ordered the carnitas with black beans and rice. It was good but not amazing. Pork had a good flavor. Rice and beans were good. Had the chocolate cake for dessert and it was very good - not too sweet.
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 3 March 2025

   Hi Veronica, Thank you for the 4-star review! We're delighted to know that you had a good experience with us at Blanco Cocina + Cantina. If there are any more details that you could provide to help us earn that 5th star, we would greatly appreciate them. Your insights will be invaluable in helping us address and rectify these shortcomings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Dani Villalovos Restaurant Manager Blanco Cocina + Cantina
   

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   Jay VIP

   New York City12 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 27 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Let’s start with the fact it was a Wednesday night and there were tons of open tables. Service was beyond terrible. Walked in and waited a good 3 minutes until the host greeted us. Took at least 10 minutes get water; another 10 to order; another 10 for our cocktails to arrive; and a ridiculous 45 to get our our TWO entrees. Our server noticed me peering toward the open kitchen and eventually sauntered over to our table to let us know our order would be served shortly. Our frustration nearly reached the boiling point as we could see our dinners sitting under the plate warmers. After watching our food sit for at least 5 minutes - our average portion, mediocre tasting entrees arrived. Seemed like a great option and the spot looks cool. Too bad the rest of it will cause us to avoid this place in the future.
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 27 February 2025

   Hello Jay, Let me start by appologizing for the dining experience you had at the restaurant last night. And even more so, as I was the manager on duty during your experience. We never want our guests to have slow, unattentive service and to have that followed up with medicore tasting food. Base off of your reservation, I know where you were seated in the restaurant and who your server was. The feedback you provided will help me follow with our service staff and kitchen staff to ensure the proper steps are taken in the future to ensure that this does not happen again. Please allow me to send you a gift card so we can have you return to regain your trust in our hospitality and service standards all I need is your email address.
   

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   Ron VIP

   Denver2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   We ordered three appetizers to share and two main courses. We love to bring home leftovers so we always over order. We sat at the table for 25 minutes after ordering, and then all the food came at the same time. We wound up packing up most of our appetizer dishes while I was sitting there,  I wondered why a bowl of soup and a Caesar salad salad took 25 minutes. By the time I finished my soup, my fajitas were cold and I should’ve sent them back.  the value wasn’t there either. My chicken fajitas were $24. My regular Mexican place serves chicken fajitas with bacon added, which is delicious approximately twice the quantity for $18.  No excuses. The place was primarily empty at 8 o’clock on Friday night, but my server was very busy rolling silverware instead of paying attention to me. In fact, after signaling that I wanted to get out of there, the server brought me the ticket and then it took him 10 minutes to pick up the credit card that was sitting on top of it. I didn’t try to talk to a manager. I was too disgusted. We won’t be back.
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 25 February 2025

   Hello Ron, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. Let me first take a moment to apoligize that your experience fell short of expectations. We are incredibly sorry. We strive to always provide excellent food and outstanding service, and it's clear that we fell short this time. We greatly appreciate all of the details you provided. If there is anything else you would like to add, we would love to hear your thoughts. Your insights are invaluable in helping us address and rectify these shortcomings. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at the restaurant. I am committed to making this right, and hope to have the opportuinty to serve you again. Thank you for your time and feedback. Sincerely, Dani Villalovos Restaurant Manager Blanco Cocina + Cantina
   

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   Amber

   Portland1 review

   4.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The parking was a bummer. $10 for valet. Make sure to budget that in.
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 15 February 2025

   Hi Amber, Thank you for the 4-star review! We're delighted to know that you had a great experience with us at Blanco Cocina + Cantina. We do offer the valet service every Thursday-Saturday, but there are also other parking options! There is often street parking available, and on the next corner there is also a 6 story free parking garage that will hopefully make it easier for you to join us for your next visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Dani Villalovos Restaurant Manager Blanco Cocina + Cantina
   

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   C

   Denver2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   This place is beautiful inside. I brought my daughter on a date, and we were both in awe. It was not overly packed (maybe 70% capacity), and it was rather loud, but we could still enjoy a conversation without having to shout. The service was too intermittent for my preference, but the waitress was polite. And other than the walnuts in my salad being stale, the food was excellent!
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 15 February 2025

   Hi C, Thank you for the 4-star review! We're delighted to know that you had a good experience with us at Blanco Cocina + Cantina, and we really appreciate the helpful comments. If there are any more details that you could provide to ensure that we are meeting expectations, we would greatly appreciate them. Your insights are invaluable in helping us address and rectify these shortcomings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Dani Villalovos Restaurant Manager Blanco Cocina + Cantina
   

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   Lee VIP

   Denver22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 7 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Just right amount of attentive staff and delicious food
   

   Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 14 February 2025

   Hi Lee, Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're delighted to know that you had a great experience with us at Blanco Cocina + Cantina. Our entire team looks forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Dani Villalovos Restaurant Manager Blanco Cocina + Cantina
   

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    Lesley

    Denver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We had a great time at Blanco Cocina! The food and the margaritas were delicious. We got a big booth and it was so cozy and comfortable. Our waiter was super friendly and helpful. We definitely want to go back soon!
    

    Blanco Cocina + Cantina - DenverResponded on 3 February 2025

    Hi Lesley, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're delighted to know that you had a great experience with us at Blanco Cocina + Cantina. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Dani Villalovos Restaurant Manager Blanco Cocina + Cantina
    

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