El Cerrito Family Restaurant

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🌮 Mexican
Franktown
4.6
Cozy Mexican spot in Franktown serving authentic family recipes, standout margaritas, and savory local specialties with fast, friendly service.
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El Cerrito Family Restaurant

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Family-run Mexican eatery in Franktown offering authentic dishes, great margaritas, and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Visit or order now!

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El Cerrito Family Restaurant serves authentic Mexican cuisine with generous portions, fast service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests can expect family-owned flavors, standout margaritas, and a variety of options including breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual, cozy setting.

What to Expect:

    🌮 Authentic Mexican dishes like fajitas, al pastor, pozole
    🍹 Great cocktails, especially margaritas
    🕑 Fast, attentive service with a family atmosphere
    💺 Wheelchair accessible seating and parking

Important Information:

    Reservations accepted
    Offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery
    Free parking lot and street parking available
    Gluten-free and vegetarian options on menu

Plan your visit to enjoy one of Colorado’s best-kept Mexican food secrets.

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📍 Local Insights

🍹 Margarita Highlight: Patrons consistently recommend trying the perfect margarita, a hallmark of the bar program.

🌮 Signature Dishes: Don’t miss the pozole and menudo, considered among the best in Colorado by regulars.

🕑 Avoid Peak Dinner Times: Fridays and Saturdays around 5–7 PM get busiest; early dinners or late afternoon visits offer quieter dining.

🚗 Ample Parking: Free lot and street parking make visiting easy, a plus for families and groups.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM

👉 Best For

Families, casual meals, margarita lovers, authentic Mexican dishes
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El Cerrito Family Restaurant

7517 CO-86
,
Franktown
,
CO
80116

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Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
El Cerrito Family Restaurant is celebrated for authentic Mexican flavors, generous portions, and exceptional margaritas. The warm, family-run vibe and fast service earn consistent praise. Some guests note occasional dips in food or service quality, but most agree the friendly atmosphere and fair prices outweigh minor flaws.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Fajitas, Al Pastor Tacos, Chimichanga, Pozole, Menudo, Carne Asada, Bean Dip, Breakfast Burritos, Margaritas, Shrimp Street Tacos, Mole, Carnitas, Jalapeño Poppers, Ceviche, Choriqueso

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit early weekdays or mid-afternoon to avoid crowds; Fridays and Saturdays 5–7 PM are busiest. Happy hour weekdays 2–5 PM offers great deals.
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