Kachina Cantina- Denver

Name: Kachina Cantina- Denver
Address: 1890 Wazee Street, Denver, CO, United States, 80202
Telephone: (720) 460-2728
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

704 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Hot spot
Great for happy hour

Modern cantina providing an escape in the LoDo district of Denver. Kachina's inspiration is found in the Four Corners region of Southwest America and Baja Mexico.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(720) 460-2728
Website
https://www.kachinadenver.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Guests are welcomed to a vibrant space that is a modern interpretation of the airy and relaxing textures of the Southwest, as well as the magic that happens when you combine an Airstream camper, an open fire, and a spirited culture.
Private party contact
Jazmaray Martinez : (720) 769-1419

Location
1890 Wazee Street, Denver, CO 80202
Neighbourhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross Street
19th and Wazee Street
Parking details
Valet parking is available. Valet parking is located at the entrance of The Maven Hotel. You can also self-park at the Dairy Block garage located at 19th and Wazee.
Public transit
Union Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Bottomless Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us for a brunch that is worth waking up for from 11 am - 2pm on Friday, Saturday & Sunday! Find a variety of flavors like our Chilaquiles with cotija, sour cream, red onion and scrambled eggs pilled high on a bed of tortilla chips or the Churro Waffles sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, topped with whipped cream and accompanied with cajeta, our version of dulce de leche.
Lunch Specials
Multiple dates available
Available Monday - Friday from 11 am - 2 pm, come fuel up with your Kachina favorites! Enjoy our 'All Day' menu or indulge in our specials where you can select 2 or 3 of your favorite items! Pick Two for $15 | Pick Three for $19 Taco Sald Baby Kale Salad Chicken Pozole Blanco Vegetarian Pozole Rojo Chorizo Empanada Rajas Empanadas In addition to the 'you pick' specials, our Chicken Milanesa Torta ($15) is available only for lunch Monday - Friday.
Margarita Mondays
Multiple dates available
Kick off your week with buy one, get one margaritas all-day at our vibrant cantina! Enjoy our signature margaritas like the Wild Berry Margarita, Mango Habanero Margarita, Frozen Margaritas and more. Say sip, sip hooray to your Monday! Top Shelf Margarita is not available for buy one, get one.

Popular dishes

Crispy CauliflowerUS$8.00
brussels sprouts, romesco
Open Faced QuesadillasUS$9.00
asadero, pico de gallo, sour cream
Abuelita's Chicken FlautasUS$9.00
plantains, avocado salsa, mole negro, cotija
House-Made Wagyu JerkyUS$7.00
colorado wagyu, sweet chile marinade, salsa verde
Green Chile NachosUS$12.00
beans, pico de gallo, jalapeño, sour cream
Tomato Corn FriesUS$9.00
chipotle aioli

GUACAMOLE

Traditional GuacamoleUS$5.00
vegetarian gluten-free

SALSAS

make it a trio $10

MoritaUS$4.00
vegetarian gluten-free
Pico de GalloUS$4.00
vegetarian gluten-free
Salsa VerdeUS$4.00
vegetarian gluten-free
Charred Tomato SalsaUS$4.00
vegetarian gluten-free

SOUPS, SALADS + STEWS

Add to Any Salad: Roasted Chicken $3, Al Pastor Shrimp $8, or Steak* $8

Green Chile
pork, onion, flour or corn tortilla
- $6.00
- $10.00
Chicken Pozole Rojo
cabbage, radish, lime, avocado
- $6.00
- $10.00
Esquites
elote in a bowl, cotija, jalapeño lime aioli, chili flakes
- $6.00
- $10.00
Chopped Taco SaladUS$14.00
CO wagyu, beans, pico de gallo, avocado, cotija, salsa verde, olives, crema, corn tortilla
Quinoa SaladUS$11.00
nopales, tomato, kale, avocado, goat feta, candied pepitas

TACOS

choice of corn or flour tortillas; make your tacos "navajo" with fry bread (add $0.50)

The Taco PlateUS$15.00
choice of any three tacos, rice and beans
Roasted ChickenUS$3.50
onions, cilantro, avocado salsa
Tequila CarnitasUS$4.50
tomatillo salsa
Wagyu BrisketUS$4.50
radish slaw
Shrimp al PastorUS$5.50
pineapple, salsa verde
PescadoUS$4.00
crispy mahi mahi, radish slaw, chipotle aioli
Wagyu Carne Asada*US$5.00
onion, cotija, cilantro, avocado salsa
CauliflowerUS$3.50
spicy cauliflower, habanero pineapple salsa

COMIDA "MAIN DISH"

Chicken EnchiladaUS$18.00
stacked, christmas style, aged cheddar, dry jack
Torta MilanesaUS$15.00
crispy fried chicken, beans, avocado, tomato, lettuce, charred jalapeños, cotija, onion, fries
Dry Aged Beef Cheeseburger*US$15.00
roasted green chiles, smoked cheddar, brioche bun, fries
Dry Aged Skirt Steak*US$25.00
adobo marinated, beans, rice, grilled onion, chimichurri, cotija cheese
Adobada Pork Chop*US$21.00
rice, mole enchilada, plantains, salsa verde
Seared Salmon Veracruz*US$25.00
tomato, olive relish, confit potatoes, baby kale, capers

SIDES

$5 ea

Brussels Sprouts
vegetarian gluten-free
French Fries
vegetarian gluten-free
Cowboy Beans
vegetarian gluten-free
Arroz Rojo
gluten-free
Platanos Fritos
vegetarian

DESSERTS

Tres LechesUS$8.00
cinnamon chantilly, dehydrated strawberries, streusel
Chocolate CapirotadaUS$8.00
mexican bread pudding, dulce de leche, pepitas, banana ice cream

FAMILY PACKS

Enchilada Pack
Sour Cream, Chips, Salsa Verde and Guacamole, Arroz Rojo, Cowboy Beans
- Feeds 4-6 PeopleUS$60.00
Taco Pack
Roasted Achiote Chicken, Carne Asada, Tequila Carnitas, Onion+cilantro, Salsa Verde, Avocado Salsa, Cotija Cheese, Chips, Salsa Verde and Guacamole, Arroz Rojo, Cowboy Beans, 16 Corn Tortillas, 12 Flour Tortillas
- Feeds 4-6 PeopleUS$70.00
Fiesta Pack
Chips, Salsa Verde and Guacamole, Abuelita's Chicken Flautas, Chicharróns Or Crispy Cauliflower
- Feeds 4-6 PeopleUS$60.00

COCKTAIL PITCHERS

Kachina Margarita
sauza blanco tequila, lime, agave nectar
- PitcherUS$32.00
Jalapeño Cucumber Margarita
spicy cucumber house tequila blend, lime, agave nectar
- PitcherUS$32.00
Tepache Margarita
blanco tequila, pineapple, cinnamon
- PitcherUS$25.00
Take a Chance
house tequila blend, aperol, lemon, simple syrup
- PitcherUS$25.00
Kachina Paloma
house tequila blend, lime, agave nectar, pinch o' salt, grapefruit soda
- PitcherUS$32.00

BOTTLES & CANS

Tecate, MexicoUS$2.00
Corona Extra, MexicoUS$2.00
New Belgium Glütiny Pale Ale, Fort Collins, ColoradoUS$3.00
Sam Adams Seasonal, Boston, MassachusettsUS$2.00
Left Hand Milk Stout, Longmont, ColoradoUS$3.00
The Post Brewing Howdy Pilsner, Lafayette, ColoradoUS$3.00

WHITE

Argyle Riesling, OregonUS$15.00
Josh Pinot Grigio, CaliforniaUS$15.00

RED

Zuccardi "Q" Malbec, ArgentinaUS$15.00
Pike Road Pinto Noir, OregonUS$15.00
Santa Julia Cabernet Sauvignon, CaliforniaUS$15.00

NONALCOHOLIC BEERS

Gruvi IPAUS$6.00
Gruvi WeisseUS$6.00

What 704 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kachina Cantina in Denver offers a vibrant atmosphere, "fabulous and imaginative food," and excellent cocktails. Guests appreciate the attentive and friendly service, with standout mentions of exceptional staff. While some find the menu common and portions small, the margaritas and guacamole receive frequent praise. It's a lively spot for gatherings.

704 Reviews

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Dave
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was efficient. Amanda, our server, was very sweet and attentive. Not really fair to judge them on the food, since we were there for Thanksgiving dinner. We did order the elote appetizer, and it was delicious. I'd return just for that.
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Cheryl
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food along with a holiday menu for the diner craving traditional Thanksgiving fare.
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AmandaP
New York City
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I wanted to like this place, but the service was subpar. Upon arrival they said they couldn’t accommodate one extra person despite the restaurant being half empty - and remaining that way - during our dining experience. Then our tacos came out and were cold.
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Adrian
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
I expected higher quality. When I got there there were chips on the floor under my table, the pages of my menu were stuck together, the portions were small, and the food was just okay. However, my service was excellent and I loved my waiter. Not worth the price.
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Taryn
Denver
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
They were clearly understaffed the night we dined. They had one bartender for the entire restaurant and both the drinks and appetizer took far too long. Our drinks arrived moments before our dinner. The quality of the food was great and our server seemed to be trying to keep up. For a restaurant in a prime spot on a Saturday night, they should have had a minimum of three bartenders and a hostess.
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Kenan
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I had a date night on Friday 11/1/2024. I wish that I could recall the name of the Bartender / Server who assisted us ("Lance", perhaps) but he was absolutely wonderful and made the evening very memorable. I asked his recommendation for margaritas, he provided three diverse options immediately with gusto. I ended up ordering all three by the end of our meal. The food was good but not amazing. I ordered the Birria Tacos and, while tasty, Denver has some really good Birria taco options so I'm a bit of a snub. The service was prompt and attentive to our needs. The music was light and not distracting; the decor is colorful and inviting. Would consider returning again. "Lance" is the reason I'm writing this review.
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Jennifer
Milwaukee
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The Margarita and guacamole were both great! Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Super location. Everything else, meh. Ordered: tacos, enchiladas, chips/guacamole, margaritas
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Dominique
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. We’ve been going here for years and I feel like the quality has gotten better as time has gone on.
Kachina Cantina- DenverResponded on November 1, 2024
Thanks for the great review Dominique! See you soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We really enjoyed our appetizers (elote, guacamole, roasted cauliflower). The guacamole was so fresh and yummy. We ordered a variety of tacos since it was our first time here. The chicken was good, carnitas were oily for us, brisket was good, carne asada we didn’t care for the sauce. We also ordered the veggie relleno. The filling was delicious but we weren’t expecting a crispy crust that also was different than other crispy rellenos I’ve had. Service seemed pretty slow for a Thursday night and it looked like our waiter may have been working the entire restaurant and patio on his own. We left him a good tip because he was very friendly and made recommendations and I don’t think it was his fault that he couldn’t serve everyone. We would return for the appetizers and try the enchiladas.
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Marion
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fabulous and imaginative food with excellent cocktails. Highly recommend.
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Kachina Cantina- Denver offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 460-2728.

Kachina Cantina- Denver is rated 4.4 stars by 704 OpenTable diners.