Nopalito’s
Nopalito’s is a Boulder, CO taco spot in the Central Boulder area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.7★ rating across 642 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Affordable, everyday pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Central Boulder, Boulder
- •Strong Google review volume
Order like a local
- →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
- →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
- →Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.
- →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does Nopalito’s serve?+
Nopalito’s is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is Nopalito’s located?+
Nopalito’s is at 1805 29th St Ste 1138, Boulder, CO 80301, USA, in the Central Boulder neighborhood of Boulder, Colorado.
Is Nopalito’s good?+
Nopalito’s has a 4.7★ average across 642 Google reviews — loved by locals by Boulder taco standards.
How expensive is Nopalito’s?+
Nopalito’s sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Boulder taquería.
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