Barbacoa El Oso

Mexican Restaurant $ 4.1 (191)


Barbacoa El Oso is celebrated for its deliciously authentic barbacoa and birria dishes, often praised for their rich flavors and homemade tortillas. Although the restaurant may lack a polished ambiance, the warmth of the staff and the quality of the food leave many customers eager to return.

Overall:

4.5

(164 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

3.7

Service:

4.2


Phone number: (720) 415-6434

Address: 3000 S Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80236, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Children

Payment options

  • Credit Cards

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" While I enjoyed my meal, I can't say enough about how chaotic the environment was during lunch. The food seemed to take a while to arrive, and the noise level was high. Nevertheless, the flavors were fantastic, especially in the barbacoa tacos. I might just do takeout next time! " (*Curated Review*)

" I can't express enough how much I love Barbacoa El Oso! The barbacoa tacos are phenomenal—juicy and bursting with flavor. The homemade tortillas really make a difference. I stopped in for a quick lunch on a Wednesday and ended up wanting to order more! The staff was super friendly, making the experience even better. I'll definitely be back soon! " (*Curated Review*)

" I visited Barbacoa El Oso last weekend after hearing rave reviews. The food is genuinely amazing with deep flavors and freshness that is hard to beat. Their salsa selection is great too. However, expect a bit of a wait during peak hours, but it's worth your patience! " (*Curated Review*)

" Barbacoa El Oso lives up to the hype! If you're looking for truly authentic barbacoa, you have to try this place. You get that rich and tender meat paired with fresh tortillas. Just don't expect a fancy dining room; it's more about the food than the atmosphere. I'll be back! " (*Curated Review*)

" The ambiance wasn't great, but the food more than made up for it. You come here for the barbacoa and the salsas, and they deliver. I appreciate that they have options for heat levels in their sauces. I also had the breakfast burrito, which was a bit greasy but still had great flavor. Come for the food, not the atmosphere. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (154)

" Absolutely phenomenal! I cannot believe how affordable this place is given the quality of food! My barbacoa was juicy and full of flavor. The tortillas tasted freshly made. Only downside was I experienced a bit of a wait during peak hours, but it's hard to complain when the food is this good! " (*Curated Review*)

" I had the birria tacos and they were phenomenal! The flavors are incredible, but the staff seemed overwhelmed during my visit, so the service was a bit slow. Overall, still highly recommend! " (*Curated Review*)

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