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Illegal Pete's

Illegal Pete's

Burrito Restaurant, Taco Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
University, Denver
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    Go here. Experience the Mexican food. It's worth it.
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    Daniel H.
    "The super tacos are absolutely incredible, awesome local..."(2 Tips)
    G J.
    "Big Fish Burrito - black beans, easy rice, no sour cream, no..."(2 Tips)
    Danny P.
    "Steak and potatoe burrito will fill your tummy with rainbows."(2 Tips)
    Erin L.
    "Awesome happy hour prices on drinks + free chips and salsa!"(6 Tips)
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  • Zach Z.heart icon on user image
    Zach ZieglerJuly 22, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Craft beers no longer rotate on the happy hour list, but Dale's Pale Ale has been added along with Fat Tire and Blue Moon, $3.50 every day. Illegal Pete's once again makes Colorado proud.
  • Julia M.heart icon on user image
    Julia MorrisFebruary 20, 2014
    As a vegetarian and a DU student I love this place. I really like their bean and cheese burrito with sour cream and guacamole. If you have any questions about what you can eat just ask!
  • Anthony D.heart icon on user image
    Anthony DuranOctober 15, 2016
    Just an all around great beer and burrito joint for you and your friends. Come watch the game, study when it's not too busy and or just people watch.
  • Brian E.
    Brian ElizardiAugust 27, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    They open the windows at the bar on nice sunny days, which creates a great atmosphere for an after-work margarita or beer. Big fish burrito with a side of queso is an all-time favorite.
  • Murphyheart icon on user image
    MurphyMarch 18, 2014
    Awesome staff! Our first time in Denver and just driving by we found it after seeing it on a "top Denver" list! Great food & good atmosphere too.
  • Amanda H.heart icon on user image
    Amanda HoughtalingMay 9, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    If you come on flip night, realize how hard your bartenders are working. If youre lucky enough to win your flip dont think that means you dont have to tip, they worked just as hard to make your drink!
  • Brad B.
    Brad B.August 15, 2011
    Make sure you try to spot all the guys wearing flip flops, polos, and/or a baseball hat. Usually there are at least 3 at any time. Oh and steak and potato and chicken pesto burritos are bueno.
  • Mason F.heart icon on user image
    Mason FleetJanuary 11, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Their queso is SO GOOD. Also try a smothered burrito. And I like a shredded beef quesadilla with jalapeños in it
  • Illegal Pete's
    Illegal Pete'sNovember 27, 2012
    While supplies last, buy a New Belgium Brewing draft beer and you'll get a FREE 16-oz. globe glass! For each glass given, New Belgium will donate $1 to the The Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge.
  • Blake B.
    Blake BowyerNovember 20, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    You'll get better food at Chipotle down the street, but the happy hour specials are fantastic. Great patio.
  • Daniel H.heart icon on user image
    Daniel HoeffelNovember 29, 2015
    The super tacos are absolutely incredible, awesome local vibe and very trendy
  • Michelle P.heart icon on user image
    Michelle ParrishFebruary 19, 2017
    Breakfast tacos! Bacon or chorizo taco is fabulous.
  • Austin M.
    Austin MartinsonMay 2, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Clayton needs a big tip every time. ... always tip Clayton at least 30%
  • David K.heart icon on user image
    David KellyAugust 28, 2018
    Great service, steak is the choice meat
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex SolorioApril 26, 2016
    Fish tacos are amazing, add potatoes too!
  • Paul J.heart icon on user image
    Paul JohnsonJanuary 5, 2015
    Hands down one of the best breakfast burritos you're gonna find!
  • Erin L.
    Erin LennartzApril 1, 2014
    Awesome happy hour prices on drinks + free chips and salsa!
  • Jules
    JulesOctober 28, 2014
    Love their fish tacos with a side if queso, yum!
  • Ryan M.
    Ryan MurphyAugust 28, 2011
    Live music: stay outside if you can. Horrible choices for acts so far. But, great place on weekends!
  • Meredith C.heart icon on user image
    Meredith C.July 13, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Carnitas fajita burrito. My go to.
  • Skylar M.
    Skylar MartinJuly 30, 2010
    ask josh for his awesome burrito (pork, half black, half pinto, rice, green sauce, corn slasa, chesse, sour cream, cilantro, and onions)mmmm good
  • G J.
    G JNovember 23, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Big Fish Burrito - black beans, easy rice, no sour cream, no cheese, just guac, cabbage, verde salsa & fish sauce. Thank me later.
  • Jennifer H.
    Jennifer HojnackiJanuary 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Order the happy hour salsa 'Steve'...they might know what you're talking about.
  • Jeff J.
    Jeff JagunichMay 15, 2010
    The queso sauce is amazing, just spicy enough. I recommend it on the nachos with their slow roasted pulled pork. Delicious.
  • Austin M.
    Austin MartinsonMarch 24, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Clayton is amazing. Alex is rockin.
  • Jacqueline L.heart icon on user image
    Good house margaritas
  • Josh W.
    Josh WeheApril 24, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Check out LivingSocial on weeknites--$5 for $9 of food! What a steal!
  • Austin M.
    Austin MartinsonMarch 9, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Nikki is the shit. Love her and receive great deals! Get a breakfast burrito here too...
  • Denis F.heart icon on user image
    Denis FolanOctober 17, 2014
    Potato burrito will rock your world
  • Pearl S.heart icon on user image
    Pearl SchroerMarch 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Their cookies are a bite of heaven. ❤
  • Courtney R.heart icon on user image
    Courtney R.March 8, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing burritos
  • Peter R.
    Peter RogersApril 11, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Come here mid-day when the weather is right and have a meal and a margarita or three on the patio.
  • Nicholas B.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas BennettMay 27, 2016
    Best cheap margaritas
  • Elena B.
    Elena ByerlyOctober 20, 2011
    Get queso and smother it in the pork green chili
  • William T.
    William ThomsenMay 15, 2013
    Ask for a super taco
  • Derek P.heart icon on user image
    Derek PlewackiJanuary 7, 2015
    Great breakfast burritos!
  • Danny S.
    Danny SaxNovember 18, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Awesome awesome staff. Love coming here.
  • Brandon T.heart icon on user image
    Brandon TitusAugust 28, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Pork carnitas burrito
  • Tom C.
    Tom CoatesApril 15, 2012
    Nice selection of beers on tap. Bartenders are a little slow.
  • Mike W.
    Mike WhalinSeptember 11, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Happy hour 4pm to 12am. Nice!
  • Crystal T.heart icon on user image
    Crystal TolleJune 9, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    They treat their regulars like gold!
  • Jasonheart icon on user image
    JasonSeptember 29, 2015
    Good burritos
  • John M.
    John MetzgerJanuary 11, 2012
    Stop reading and order the nachos!
  • Joseph N.
    Joseph NagleJanuary 30, 2010
    Breakfast platter and bloody mary's are an unbeatable combination
  • Danny P.
    Danny PierJanuary 16, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Steak and potatoe burrito will fill your tummy with rainbows.
  • Bao L.
    Bao LeJanuary 28, 2011
    They have really good carnitas.
  • Austin M.
    Austin MartinsonJune 3, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Margaritas!
  • Austin M.
    Austin MartinsonMarch 18, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Free chips and salsa for happy hour!
  • Neil R.
    Neil RobertsonJanuary 17, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Get it smothered!!!
  • Steffen J.
    Steffen JoelMarch 5, 2012
    Nathan!mal is sexy.. Cum here cuz he does.! #guycheesesauce
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