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  1. El Tejado

    Mexican

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    The green chile here is a gravy-thick, pork-studded Colorado classic that regulars order straight up with tortillas, no plate required. El Tejado is an old-school Mexican diner on South Broadway, and the room does look a bit like a cartoon cave, which somehow suits it. The hot version of that chile is a separate proposition entirely, built in layers rather than just spiked, and it will find your limits.

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    • Green chile

      “And that’s appropriate, because El Tejado’s green chile remains rock solid.”

      Westword, 2023
    • Hot green chile

      “And if you’re feeling particularly brave, order the hot green chile.”

      Westword, 2023

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    Address
    2651 S Broadway, Denver, CO · Denver
    Hours

    Closed now, opens 10 AM

    • Monday 10 AM to 9 PM
    • Tuesday 10 AM to 9 PM
    • Wednesday Today 10 AM to 9 PM
    • Thursday 10 AM to 9 PM
    • Friday 8 AM to 9 PM
    • Saturday 8 AM to 9 PM
    • Sunday 8 AM to 9 PM
    Phone
    303-722-3987
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