Denver Taco Trucks
Metropolitan Denver is a huge area, and there are probably a couple hundred taco trucks scattered around.
I LOVE TACO TRUCKS! They range from tiny trailers like Tacos DF to gigantic RV-body "catering vehicles," just like the ones that used to appear at construction sites every lunchtime. There's a surprisingly wide variety of authentic Mexican food available, and afficionados know that dining at a Taco Truck is like having back-door access to the kitchen of a good Mexican restaurant.
For me they are an excellent replacement for your typical fast-food establishment. I'm often on the road at lunch time or supper time, and when a taco truck catches my eye I know I'm in for a treat.
But taco trucks can be somewhat ephemeral, and their mobility makes it tough sometimes to find one in an area that you're not familiar with. There is a desperate need for them to be cataloged and mapped, and that's what Denver Taco Trucks is all about. I can't take credit for the idea-- a friend pointed me toward a page featuring Seattle area trucks, and my search for a Denver equivalent was fruitless.
Our first three tacos trucks all have a regional identity that is reflected in their cuisine.
The D.F. in Tacos D.F. stands for Distrito Federal or Federal District, which encompasses Mexico City. So it's like the DC in Washington DC. The work-in-progress design visible behind Adrian in the photo is the emblem of Club America, one of Mexico's most popular football (soccer) teams.
Los Regio proudly wears a Monterrey emblem. Monterrey is the capital city of the state of Nueva Leon, which is in Northeastern Mexico, inland from the Gulf and actually having a very small border with the former Mexican state of Texas.
Tacos Ensenada is named for the third largest city in Baja California, which accounts for the seafood emphasis in their menu.
I'll probably expand coverage out from the center as time goes by, and it remains to be seen how much detail I'll be able to provide about the taco trucks that I visit.
Readers in the Denver metro area are most welcome to submit their own reports-- anything from a recommendation or "request for a visit" to a full blown article with pictures. Just send them to me at tdeden@google.com.
posted by Gordo @ 8:19 PM
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This would be a public resource that helps both the taco consumer and the taco seller. Great idea!
Right on with your report on Tacos DF. That place is great.
Never get your food "to go" it wrecks the experience.
There is a big taco truck that is being used for catering and it drives all over Denver. Its called shirleys catering. About a month ago I saw them run over a squirrel. They didn't even try to dodge it. How sad.
Just wondering if anyone has come across an Asian truck/lunch wagon??? Coming from hawaii where lunch wagons are also an integral part of the community, i am soon to be opening one here... just wondering what your thoughts are and if you know of any trucks like that established here (denver) email me at vampyrkat13@comcast.net
how mush is your truck and my numder is (541)314-2783
Dear squirrel rights activist,
Trying to dodge a small animal in a large truck is impossible and could possibly cause the loss of HUMAN life. Get over yourself you narrow minded judgmental creep. How sad for those around you...
You are the man Gordo for posting this. I was in L.A. recently where my love for the taco truck was re-born. I made my friend look on his iphone and sure enough there was an app for locating taco trucks. (Coolest thing in the world). There are only 5 (all listed by Mr. Gordo)on there now but hopefully more soon.
No idea why it failed, unless they just had a major problem keeping it open during the posted hours. At first it seemed to be doing plenty of business, but there were several times when it was closed without any particular reason. If you go out of your way to visit a taco truck, and find it closed when you get there, you might think twice about going back.
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Some restaurants sell Mexican food, but it's more American-style. Here, no," Guerra says. Taco trucks are fairly utilitarian. They make food to satisfy, rather than to wow.
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Amazing tacos, burritos, and quesadillas! I've had everything taco zone has to offer, and loved it all! The taco zone girls are awesome and run the best taco truck in LA!
My favorites are the chicken tacos! And make sure you load up on the green sauce my friends!!
strange...never had any issues (or tacos drenched in salsa) with the one on 22nd street
Good stuff, but seeing as your focus seems to be Colorado Blvd., there is a La Estrella truck on the north side of Colorado at Highland View. I've been living off the carnitas, asada, and red sauce for the last few days.
Taco trucks allow customers to save the cost of a sit-down meal. Additionally, taco trucks also encourage patrons to leave their cars parked and walk to the location. Seeking out and patronizing these street vendors is an activity that transforms insignificant spaces such as parking lots, vacant lots and sidewalks, into lively public spaces.
This is very cool. I find it amazing how brands can motivate and mobilize consumers through these kinds of promotions. I'm still waiting for someone to really figure out how to reach the emerging mass market with something of utility, rather than another game. Admittedly, I'm biased, but I think We Geo has a shot.
Taco trucks travel through cities, serving inexpensive meals on paper plates to a variety of patrons. Their clientele ranges from the very poor to the very wealthy; all are drawn in by the authenticity of the fare. Nevertheless, not everyone enjoys the sight of a taco truck. Many taco truck owners have to constantly change their locations and hours to avoid fines and/or jail.
taco trucks are very useful when you are looking for some food and no restaurants are there.
Denver has been getting some street food love lately, with the Thai Cart, the Gastro Cart and Biker Jim’s Gourmet Dogs. In the coming months, they hope to have Steuben’s mobile food truck (green chile cheeseburgers and fries, hot dogs from Continental Sausage Company, Cuban sandwiches, veggie sandwiches and daily specials like lobster rolls). They also say that Frank Bonanno is looking at doing a Bones food truck, which would offer noodles and dumplings and maybe even steamed buns.
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Taco trucks allow customers to save the cost of a sit-down meal. Additionally, taco trucks also encourage patrons to leave their cars parked and walk to the location.Taco trucks travel through cities, serving inexpensive meals on paper plates to a variety of patrons. Their clientele ranges from the very poor to the very wealthy; all are drawn in by the authenticity of the fare.
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At first it seemed to be doing plenty of business, but there were several times when it was closed without any particular reason. If you go out of your way to visit a taco truck, and find it closed when you get there, you might think twice about going back.
There is a big taco truck that is being used for catering and it drives all over Denver. Its called shirleys catering.
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