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Tamayo Restaurant, Denver, CO

Tamayo Restaurant

4.5
4.5
4379 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Latin / Spanish, Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (720) 946-1433
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • 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 Tamayo by Chef Richard Sandoval are the perfect place for you and your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Meg Batizy: (720) 946-1443
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve

    US$85.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for a festive New Year’s Eve celebration at Tamayo, where culinary artistry and modern Mexican flavors come together in an unforgettable three-course dinner for $85 per guest. Savor Chef’s signature dishes alongside fresh creations crafted just for the occasion. Delight in vibrant starters like our Yellow Fin Tuna Tartare, indulge in sumptuous main courses such as Langosta y Camarones or our perfectly Oven-Baked Grouper Fillet, and end on a sweet note with decadent desserts like our Honey Vanilla Cheesecake. Ring in the New Year with an inspired meal in a warm, lively setting overlooking stunning views. Make your reservation soon to secure your spot for a memorable night of exquisite dining and celebration!
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What 4,379 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tamayo Restaurant in Denver is celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and "awesome service," making it a great spot for gatherings. The menu, inspired by Mexico City, features standout items like "fantastic tacos" and "crab guacamole." The bottomless brunch is particularly praised for its variety and value. Despite some service hiccups, guests often enjoy the "great drinks" and seasonal specials.

4,379 Reviews
  1. Daniel

    Denver

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to go before a play at DCPA. Great good, outstanding menu and good service. We had the ceviche and gaucamole as appetizers and they were great portions and delicious. We will be back.
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Daniel! We're so happy to see that you enjoyed your time at Tamayo and loved our appetizers. Your compliments about our menu, service, and especially our ceviche and gaucamole mean a lot to us. We're looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Until then, thank you for your kind words!

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  2. Mike

    Denver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The host was very rude. I had made two reservations so my daughter could have an ‘event’ with her friends when we made the reservation, separate from us chaperones. When we arrived he said, , ‘yeah, we don’t do that’. It was fine, but WTF? Good job aiming for “fine”. Also, $36 for two guacamoles? No thanks.

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  3. Tricia

    Denver

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was exceptionally fast and the food was great. We all enjoyed our items and beverages. Good choice for a casual dinner in a great location, near Larimer
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 21 November 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our fast service, delicious food, and great beverages. It’s also fantastic to know we could provide the perfect setting for a casual dinner near Larimer. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience!

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  4. Duane

    Denver

    44 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a business lunch today with five people. The food is usual was outstanding. Had a couple appetizers and different lunch entrées. Everything was served hot and was very flavorful. However, the service was definitely lacking today. Iced teas and beverages were not refilled, and there was lots of confusion when the entrées were brought out, regarding whose was whose. Several of us had the same dish, but with different cooking temperatures for the protein. At this level restaurant and the prices, things need to be a little more buttoned up. 
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 21 November 2024
    Hello Duane, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent business lunch with us. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the food and that it lived up to the high standards you expect from us. Hearing that everything was served hot and flavorful is exactly what we strive for. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, both in food quality and service, and we regret that we didn’t deliver the level of precision and attentiveness you rightfully expect. Rest assured, we’re addressing this with our team to ensure smoother executions in the future. We genuinely value your patronage and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon, where we can provide the exceptional experience you deserve.

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  5. Phil

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Scott, the manager is awesome! Highly recommend.
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 21 November 2024
    Hello Phil! Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and service. Scott truly is an incredible part of our team, and we’ll be sure to pass along your compliments. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  6. Cindy

    Denver

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best dinners we have had in Denver. We went here after the theatre matinee and from the chips & guacamole to the pork and skirt steak; the flavors the chef puts together just look beautiful and tasted even more amazing. Oh and the Margarita’s were sublime. Can’t wait to come back - pleasant servers, waitstaff and bartenders with a great fun atmosphere!!! Reservations accepted make life easier. Go ….. Soon!
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 19 November 2024
    Thanks for your 5 star feedback, Cindy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner and our flavors at Tamayo. It's always a pleasure to serve guests that appreciates the effort we put into our food and drinks. We're glad that the ambiance and service made your visit enjoyable too. Come back soon for another amazing experience. ¡Salud!

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  7. Alie

    Denver

    19 reviews

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    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The the queso wasn’t really queso. It was just melted cheese on a skillet. Recommended by our server but honestly, it wasn’t my favorite. It was really greasy and just too much cheese once it wasn’t hot anymore it had a weird texture. I did enjoy the rest of our meal and the churros
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Alie! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your meal and our service. However, we're sorry to hear that our queso didn't meet your expectations. We strive to deliver delicious food, and we regret that we fell short this time. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our queso in the future!

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  8. Mary

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We had reservations on a busy Fri. night in Denver. We were seated right away; however, in a table right behind the host station so you could feel the cold every time the front door was opened. The steak fajitas and tortilla soup were both above average. We felt the chips/salsa, dessert, and drinks were just mediocre. Our waitress was not attentive and maybe checked in with us once when we were done eating and asked if we wanted dessert. She never even asked if we wanted anything else from the bar - very unusual. The nice gentleman who filled our waters and cleared our plates was the shining star of the service team. Not sure I need to go back any time soon as there are many other options in the area.
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 19 November 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Mary! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our steak fajitas and tortilla soup. However, we're sorry to hear about your experience with the seating and service. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short in some areas. We appreciate your comments and will certainly take them into consideration as we continually work to improve our service. We hope you'll reconsider and give us another chance to provide you with the exceptional service we're known for.

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  9. Ann

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed Tomayo and will definitely dine there again. Our waiter recommended the Halibut tacos and they did not disappoint. We also enjoyed the chips, salsa and guacamole. Lively restaurant with amazing aromas.
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Ann! Thank you so much for sharing your delightful dining experience at Tamayo. We're excited to hear that the Halibut tacos hit the mark, thanks to our waiter’s recommendation. It's great that you also enjoyed our chips, salsa, and guacamole. We always love to create a lively atmosphere filled with irresistible aromas, and it's wonderful to know that resonated with you. We can't wait to welcome you back for another flavorful meal soon!

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  10. Gedeon

    Denver

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Over the years, I have eaten at Tamayo many times. I found the meal this time disappointing. It was good, just not great. The flavors all blurred together. The salmon was raw in the middle. The pork shoulder had large chunks of fat. The overall impression was of a nice but not extraordinary meal. For what we paid, it should have been extraordinary.
    Tamayo RestaurantResponded on 19 November 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Gedeon. We're sorry to hear that your recent experience at Tamayo didn't wow you. We take pride in our culinary offerings and it's disappointing to hear that our meal didn't hit the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly look into the issues you've raised. We hope to have the chance to serve you again in the future and provide you with an extraordinary dining experience.

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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 4379 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tamayo Restaurant

1400 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    14th Street
  • Area
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
  • 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, Takeaway, 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 Tamayo by Chef Richard Sandoval are the perfect place for you and your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Meg Batizy: (720) 946-1443
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