Lupita’s Restaurant

Two stars because the service was good. Otherwise the place looks like somebody’s junk room and there weren’t a lot of customers there during what should’ve been a busy dinner hour. There were two servers, presumably one of them the owner, they were milling about without any worry about all the mess and junk all over the tables. We weren’t sure the place was even open when we walked in.
The food was bland and greasy, and I’m always amazed at how some restaurants can completely cook the flavor out of food.
If I were desperate and nothing else was open, I might consider going back here purely out of need. Otherwise there are many good restaurants all over town and no need to go to a place in such disarray.

As always Lupita’s satisfies. Friday nights with great food and live music are a terrific east to end the week and start the weekend. The only downside is I never have room for dessert.

Wow, I was super disappointed with everything. I gave a one star, but if zero stars was an option that is what I would give this place. Somehow, this place got a 4.1 which fooled me into going. First disappointment was the service was extremely slow! Lupita’s customer service sucked! She was very argumentative when we asked for a soft taco after receiving a hard shell taco and not only that she got some of our order wrong! The food was not authentic tasting, it taste like processed food. Those of you that know how authentic food taste know the difference.
While waiting for our food, we noticed the dirty salt shaker that looked like bugs were drowning in there and the cleanliness of the restaurant looked questionable. I would NOT recommend this place at all. I don’t normally rate places, but I thought I’d be doing someone a favor by not recommending this place.
Do us a favor Lupita and retire that aweful mexican food!

I don’t often have money to go out to eat with family or friends, but when I do, Lupitas is at the top of my list for places to go and it is always a treat! Betty the owner always comes around to every table and thanks everyone for choosing her restaurant which I feel is a very warm and welcoming touch and most owners of businesses just sit back and relish their earnings. Not Betty, she works along side her employees to make sure her patrons are well taken care of. The place needs a little work but it’s because she doesn’t want to raise the prices of her food to cover the cost of fixing seats, she’d rather make do with what she has and try and ensure a wholesome environment for her customers. I love eating at Lupitas as do new people I introduce to her establishment and their food is always on point ^_​^. Thanks Lupitas for adding some wonderful color to otherwise dim colfax.

Too expensive for the food. $ 12-​$ 13 for a plate of food? I could have went to a better restaurant and had much better food

Worst service food and experience all together!!! We sat down at 930. Got our drinks and menus 30minutes later. Waited another 30mins for water refill… The food was dry and gross seriously way better Mexican restaurants on Colfax… When we mentioned it the owners response was no its not why you give me problems. Seriously it was just feedback I’ll pay for my meal just saying.. . after paying with my credit card we get chased down cuz she doesn’t like my signature and now wants an I’d. I understand wanting to see my ID but you should’ve originally asked for it. Plus my signature is my signature 90% of peoples isn’t legible. Ridiculously rude horrible food and terrible experience. save yourself the headache and go somewhere else

I’d have to say, this place is not bad! I wasn’t expecting much from it, but the restaurant offers a lot of different menu options as well as combination options for when you can’t make up your mind. I opted for a combo plate (of course) that came with a chicken enchilada, tamale, chili relleno, beef taco and rice with a side of green chili. The green chili was pretty good, as was the enchilada and the tamale. The chili relleno was the star of my place. Hilariously enough, the best part about it was that it wasn’t battered traditionally, but it was wrapped in an egg roll wrapper instead. It was super crispy on the outside and the cheesy filling on the inside was perfectly melted and delicious. The only sad part of my entrée was the beef taco. It was very reminiscent of the type of tacos you can buy at Taco Bell. I also got a chance to try some of the guacamole from my brother’s plate and it was GOOD. I would come back here for just the rellenos and guac.
Service wasn’t great, but it wasn’t bad either. I’d say pretty average. The staff was nice, but not as attentive as I would have expected considering how empty the restaurant was. Definitely a recommendable place if you’re looking for a sit down Mexican restaurant.

I’ve only been to this place 2X. The first time I had no issue. This time however I do have to critique the service I recieved. When ordering I specified that I did not want ONIONS with my food. Well that’s exactly I what I got. I did mention this to the waitress and all I got was «I hope theres not too many.» The owner I’m assuming came and told me that most of her food has «garlicky onions.» Well that’s what she should’ve said in the first place. I got the green chili burrito. It wasn’t too bad but the onions were a little too much. Knowing what she told me I could’ve reconsidered my order. Anyways… I asked for my check so I could leave and it took a while for them to bring it to me. Once I got it I waited a little too long for them to come around to pick up the payment. So I took matters in my own hands and walked to the register and made payment. Other people are right service is slow when you are not a «regular.» I will def reconsider my food choices when I return to Colorado!

The food was good but the service wasn’t so hot. I got the feeling if you weren’t a regular you got sub par service. We waited nearly 30 min for the 1 complimentary basket of chips and salsa (which I had to ask for). I watch 4 other tables around me receive theirs immediately after being seated. We felt largely ignored by staff; that being said — the food was delicious.

Yes, this place is charming and hole-​in-​the-​wally but falls short in the good Mexican food department. Bland red salsa. Bland green chili. Bland food. Good sized portions and great live music. They’ll charge you for the second order of chips and tasteless red paste. Why?
There are much better places in the area, real Mexican joints. I assume this type of «Mexican» food would fly in the Midwestern U.S.
I tried this place because of the reviews. People mention great food and attentive waitstaff. There must be two Lupita’s in Aurora.

This place is definitely a gem in the neighborhood… I met an old friend here, and the wait staff was very attentive. They had a large selection of house cocktails which made this girl happy. Not my normal style of Mexican food, but very good :). Lastly, the prices were very affordable… Would definitely go back :)

Not sure what to think of this place. The service was excellent, but everthing else was a little iffy. The décor was out of the 70’s, and the tables and booths need an update.
The chips were good, but the salsa was awful. I ordered the chimichanga and my friend had the mexican hamburger. We followed that up with sopapillas. The entrees were okay, not the best, but not the worst. Dessert was served warm, but a little greasy.
Prices were reasonable, and portions were good sized.
Was up with a sour stomach most of the night so I won’t vouch for the overall food quality. Would I go back. Maybe but for breakfast.

They charge for refills on chips and salsa but the salsa tastes more like watered down spaghetti sauce so no worries on wanting more. My tamales were dry yet the filling was greasy rice and beans were bland and tasted like they had been sitting on the stove for a week. Taco Bell has better beans and I won’t feed them to my dog! There are far better Mexican places all around dont know how this place stays open.

Ate the menudo with oxtail. Excellent. Also had the white sangria, refreshing and perfectly prepared. Would definitely return.

«Happy»! The little tune rolls in my head as I enjoy Lupita’s Skillet for breakfast. Our server noted that all menu items were available upon our 0700 arrival – tasty accommodation for hospital and construction workers. Great vibe, the family supports many charities and arts. Parking would accommodate trucks. Me? Now I’m having homemade flan w breakfast. More «Happy»!

The salsa was more like spaghetti sauce and green chili he no flavor and watery. The worst tamale I’ve had

The worst kind of dumbed down Mexican food. Rellenos are not made with egg roll wraps. Enchiladas shouldn’t be made with white flour tortillas. Bland sauce. Just all around not worth it.

I checked out Lupita’s after hearing about it from colleagues at the Anschutz Medical Campus. This is a classic Colfax Ave. dive!
When you walk in be prepared to go back into the 1970s. It’s like you seriously stepped into a wormhole.
The food is what I’m learning is ‘Denver Mexican’ where everything is smothered in cheese. It’s cheap and the proportions are plentiful. The beef was incredibly moist and the flavor profiles are pretty straight-​forward. Heavy – cheesy and greasy.
Refills are not free and you do not get free chips and salsa refills either.
If you want a hefty portion for a good price Lupita’s is worth a look, but it’s far from being a top Mexican restaurant in any regard.

The best margaritas in town! Great service. The owner always comes to the table to say hello.

Lupita’s is my go-​to sit down Mexican food restaurant in this part of town. Excellent Mexican street food joints and Taquerias are a dime a dozen around here, but if you want a delicious smothered burrito or cheesy enchilada’s with a basket of chips and salsa and a salty Margarita then Lupita’s is the place to go. The owner Betty is always around and always checks on you in a friendly and never annoying way. Service is ALWAYS good. The food is consistently good Colorado style mexican food.
I’ve eaten here about once a month over the last 5 years that I’ve been living in this neighborhood and I have never had a bad experience.