Efrain's of Boulder – Mexican
Efrain’s of Boulder pulses with a vibrant, unpretentious energy where the sharp tang of fresh lime and the comforting heat of slow-simmered green chile fill the air. Diners gather over overflowing plates of golden flautitas and signature burritos smothered in rich, velvety sauces, each bite a celebration of bold, authentic flavors and mountain-town spirit. Whether sharing a bowl of zesty pico de gallo or diving into a hearty plate of chile verde, the experience is one of soulful warmth and spirited local charm.
McGuckin Way, Boulder, Colorado 80309 +13034404045 https://www.efrainsofboulder.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Efrain's of Boulder
Dairy-Free at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Appetizer, Sopapillas and Pico De Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Appetizer and Pico De Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Appetizer, Churros and Flan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Tamales, Street Style Tacos and Blue Corn Enchiladas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso Dip and Efrain's Coin Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Appetizer, Mexican Bottled Sodas and Efrain's Coin Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Efrain's of Boulder
Efrain's of Boulder in Boulder has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Appetizer, Churros and Flan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Efrain's of Boulder
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Street Style Tacos | 60.6 g | 56.5 g |
| Dinner #1 (Any Three Items) | 126.4 g | 50 g |
| Blue Corn Enchiladas | 45.5 g | 48.9 g |
| Fajitas (Beef, Chicken, or Vegetarian) | 64.8 g | 44.4 g |
| Pork Tamales | 0 g | 32.4 g |
| Chile Verde Burrito | 76.7 g | 31.1 g |
| Mexican Burger | 13.5 g | 30.5 g |
| Steak San Lorenzo | 8.7 g | 22.5 g |
| Beef Chimichanga | 7.3 g | 21.1 g |
| Supreme Nachos | 21.6 g | 20.5 g |
| Flautitas | 69.5 g | 19.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its exceptional food and perfectly sized portions, guests consistently praise the cozy atmosphere that makes for a truly memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the professional and knowledgeable service, noting that the attentive staff are well-versed in the menu and provide a high level of care that leaves a lasting impression.
Menu
Appetizers
- Guacamole Appetizer - $4.95: Freshly house-made with avocado, tomato, onion and jalapeños Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico De Gallo - $4.5: Freshly house-made with onions, jalapeños, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Flautitas - $11.5: Six corn tortillas filled with chicken or beef, rolled, deep fried and served with sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip - $8.5: A delectable blend of Hatch chiles, jalapeños, and creamy white cheddar Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Nachos - $9.95: Corn chips topped with refried beans, cheese, and jalapeño slices Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supreme Nachos - $13.5: Corn chips topped with beans, cheese, lettuce, black olives, sour cream, tomatoes and jalapeño slices with choice of chicken, beef, or vegetarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Efrain Burrito - $15.95: A big burrito including a variety of delectables rolled into a flour tortilla and smothered with chile verde Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Verde Burrito - $12.95: Refried beans rolled in a flour tortilla and smothered with Efrain’s famous chile verde and shredded cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mondongo Burrito - $12.95: Refried beans rolled in a flour tortilla smothered with mondongo (traditional beef stew) and shredded cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Burrito - $10.75: Refried beans rolled in a flour tortilla and smothered in vegetarian mild red sauce or hot green salsa and shredded cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef or Beef & Bean Burrito - $13.25: Chunks of beef in red sauce rolled in a flour tortilla and smothered with mild red sauce and shredded cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Efrain's Breakfast Burrito - $13.95: Beans, potatoes, and scrambled eggs rolled into a flour tortilla and smothered with pork chile verde and shredded cheeses Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pork Tamales - $10.95: Two tamales steamed in corn husks made with pork cooked in a mild red chile sauce and masa meal. Topped with mild red sauce and shredded cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chimichanga - $12.95: Shredded chicken wrapped in a flour tortilla, deep fried and smothered with tender pork chile verde, cheese, sour cream and guacamole. Choice of rice and beans or small salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Chimichanga - $12.95: Shredded beef wrapped in a flour tortilla, deep fried and smothered with tender pork chile verde, cheese, sour cream and guacamole. Choice of rice and beans or small salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas (Beef, Chicken, or Vegetarian) - $19.5: Strips of beef, chicken or fresh vegetables served in a skillet with sweet peppers, tomato, and onion. Accompanied with beans, rice, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, sour cream, guacamole, and a tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla Supreme - $16.25: Three flour tortillas filled with cheese and choice of chicken, beef, or pork chile verde. Topped with guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dinner #1 (Any Three Items) - $15.95: Choice of three: relleno, bean tostada, beef and bean taco, cheese enchilada, rice and beans, chicken taco, beef or chicken enchilada, tamale, beef taco Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Verde Plate (#2) - $12.5: Pork Green chili served alongside rice and beans and a side of tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Relleno Plate (#3) - $12.5: One house made anaheim chile relleno smothered with chile con queso sauce served alongside rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Costillas (Mexican Ribs #8) - $18.75: 5 Saint Louis Ribs smothered and cooked in green chile served with fried country potatoes and refried beans. Served with tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak San Lorenzo - $16.95: Steak cooked Chihuahua style with sauteed onions, sweet peppers, tomatoes and mushrooms. Served with beans, rice and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Burger - $12.95: Ground beef patty in a flour tortilla with lettuce, tomato, pickle, french fries, chile verde and beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Enchiladas & Tacos
- Chicken Supreme Enchilada - $12.95: Large enchilada with chicken breast and refried beans in a flour tortilla. Topped with red enchilada sauce & shredded cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Enchilada - $7.5: Shredded cheeses and fresh diced onions rolled in a corn tortilla. Topped with red enchilada sauce & shredded cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Corn Enchiladas - $10.75: Three stacked blue corn tortillas with cheese, onions, and red sauce topped with lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Style Tacos - $14.95: Three shredded beef street style tacos on a deep fried and grilled corn tortilla topped with onions and cilantro. Served with pico de gallo and limes Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Taco - $5.95: Single open face soft grilled taco (Chicken, Beef, Beef & Bean or Chicken & Bean) with lettuce, red salsa, and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $9.75: Refried beans in a crispy tortilla bowl with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- House Margarita - $9.25: Cuervo gold, triple sec and sweet & sour
- Efrain's Coin Margarita - $10.25: Cuervo gold, triple sec and lime juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- The Skinny Margarita - $14.5: Centenario blanco, cointreau, and lime juice
- Import Beer - $6.25: Corona, Corona Light, Modelo Especial, Tecate, Negra Modelo, Corona Non Alc
- Domestic Beer - $4.95: Coors, Coors Light, Avery IPA, Fat Tire
- Wine - $8.5: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Sangria, Pinot Grigio
- Sodas - $3.95: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Fanta, Dr. Pepper
- Mexican Bottled Sodas - $4.5: Strawberry, Grapefruit, Mandarin, Coke Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Horchata - $3.95: Traditional rice milk beverage
Desserts
- Sopapillas - $6.95: Lightly sweetened puffed pillows of pastry with cinnamon sugar and or honey. Basket of 6 pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Flan - $7.95: Large portion of sweet egg custard baked with a caramel glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Churros - $7.95: Fried pastry dough with creamy Bavarian cream inside. 3 per order Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Efrain's of Boulder
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- Contact Efrain's of Boulder by visiting their official website at https://www.efrainsofboulder.com for more information and inquiries.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect exceptional Mexican food, professional service, and a cozy atmosphere with budget-friendly pricing and perfectly sized portions.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include golden flautitas, signature Efrain burritos, chile verde, and hearty plates of chicken or beef chimichangas.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed diets with keto-friendly guacamole, vegetarian cheese enchiladas, gluten-free steak San Lorenzo, and high-protein fajitas or ribs.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests consistently praise the exceptional food, perfectly sized portions, and professional service within a cozy, memorable dining atmosphere.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Efrain's of Boulder has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests consistently praising the exceptional food and cozy atmosphere.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu includes vegan and keto-friendly guacamole, while gluten-free and low-carb options feature steak san lorenzo and beef fajitas.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Mexican restaurant stands out for its exceptional food quality, perfectly sized portions, and professional service, earning a 4.0/5 rating.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Mexican restaurant offers a casual, unpretentious dining experience with a cozy atmosphere and vibrant energy.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking authentic Mexican cuisine in a casual, budget-friendly setting with professional service and diverse dietary options will enjoy this restaurant.
- Is Efrain's of Boulder dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Efrain's of Boulder has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Appetizer, Sopapillas and Pico De Gallo.
- What can I eat at Efrain's of Boulder on a dairy-free diet?
- Guacamole Appetizer, Sopapillas and Pico De Gallo carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Efrain's of Boulder have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Guacamole Appetizer and Mexican Bottled Sodas.
- Is Efrain's of Boulder gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Efrain's of Boulder?
- Taco Salad, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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