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Xiquita, Denver, CO

Xiquita

4.7
4.7
99 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Xiquita is a highly anticipated restaurant that brings the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Mexico City to the Mile High City. Inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of Mexico, Xiquita offers a unique dining experience that celebrates the country's indigenous ingredients and cooking techniques. Led by Chef Erasmo Casiano, the restaurant's name, Xiquita, is a playful twist on "chiquita," a term of endearment for Casiano's mother, and a nod to the indigenous languages of Mexico.

At Xiquita, diners can expect to find dishes that are both authentic and innovative. The menu features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes, such as tamales and tortillas, made with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy unique creations like the Infladita de Carne Apache, a play on steak tartare, and the Tikin Xic, a Yucatan dish featuring fish grilled over charcoal in a banana leaf.

Join us for a dining experience you won't soon forget!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Indigenous
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (720) 287-2701
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rene Gonzalez Mendez
  • Private party facilities
    From intimate gatherings to grand events, our private party packages offer a range of options to suit your specific needs and budget. Make your next event unforgettable at our restaurant!Please visit our website for more information.

What 99 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Xiquita offers an immersive culinary journey into Mexican traditions, with a "delightful, mildly spicy" menu and "outstanding flavors." Diners praise its "amazing authentic food" and "beautiful presentation." The lively atmosphere and "friendly, knowledgeable staff" enhance the experience. Some find it pricey, but the quality makes it a "highly recommend" spot.

99 Reviews
  1. Mary

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything - cocktails, food, service - was stellar and we can’t wait to go back!

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  2. Connor

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a wonderful dinner at Xiquita. Food was outstanding from start to finish. Christian was our waiter and he was also great! He was quick and accurate and very kind. We will definitely be back. Our favorite dish was the ceviche, light, balanced, and full of flavor with a little kick of heat. Thank you Xiquita y’all knocked it out of the park.

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  3. Susan

    Denver

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's definitely worth trying. The menu is unique, and the flavors exceptional, though if you are spice—or heat-sensitive, not all dishes are for you. Will definitely be returning!

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  4. Caitlin

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service and atmosphere all great! Sarah was our server and was absolutely wonderful! Beautifully crafted and presented food! Highly recommend!

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  5. Mary

    Denver

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, attractive setting, too loud for conversation.

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  6. Antoinette

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Truly one of the most exciting meals we’ve had in Denver. Delightfully unique and delicious.

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  7. Margery

    Denver

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved Xiquita! The food, drink and service were all great! The duck mole taco was the best taco I have ever had! The vibe fits the neighborhood. The restaurant doesn’t have much acoustic padding so it is pretty noisy, but still one of the best restaurant experiences in Denver!

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  8. Will

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My date and I enjoyed the ceviche, taco, tamal, tezcalate (which was amazing both in appearance and taste) and arroz con leche. Will definitely be back.

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  9. AlexandraB

    New York City

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish was great - very unique and well done. Will definitely be going back!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Came here for the dia de los muertos ticketed dinner... we were not sat until 15 minutes after the reservation time...3 of us were sat at a two top squeezed next to a 4 top leaving us cramped for most of dinner. Given this was a ticketed dinner with mezcal pairings and cocktails we expected it to be a great experience. It took far too long to be approached by a waiter and received the welcome drink almost 20 minutes after we were sat (30+ minutes after reservation time). We asked for water 3 different times before finally being brought water cups that were never refilled the rest of the dinner. The food was decent, 2nd and 3rd courses were the best overall however the pork belly 4th course was very tough and over cooked (like hard to cut with a knife overcooked). Throughout the courses we continually had to ask for additional silverware as it was cleared and we were brought our next course without utensils. We did not realize that they would also be serving their regular menu at the same time as the ticketed 5 course event, maybe that would have been a better option as it seemed that the 5 course menu was more of an afterthought with their main menu customers seeming to get better service than what we experienced. Desert was essentially a sugar coated slice of bread with cream on it...all in all just not what we expected for what was a $150 per person dinner. The cocktails were good, mezcal pairings just okay. If you are going to have a ticketed event with a special menu, make it seem like a priority, this did not feel that way. We left thinking the most memorable item was the tortillas with butter. Maybe we will try Lucina but likely wont return here unless requested by friends.
    XiquitaResponded on November 6, 2024
    Thanks for the review. We're sorry to hear about the delay in seating and the quality of the food. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service and timing of our events. We're glad you enjoyed the cocktails and the special mezcal pairings. We hope to provide a better experience on your next visit and that you'll give us another chance to impress you. Saludos

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FAQs

Xiquita is rated 4.7 stars by 99 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Xiquita

Uptown,, Denver, CO 80904

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Denver
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Indigenous
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive Chef
    Rene Gonzalez Mendez
  • Phone number
    (720) 287-2701
  • Private party facilities
    From intimate gatherings to grand events, our private party packages offer a range of options to suit your specific needs and budget. Make your next event unforgettable at our restaurant!Please visit our website for more information.
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