Illegal Pete's – Mexican
This high-energy sanctuary pulses with a vibrant, music-filled soul, where the savory aroma of slow-simmered meats and freshly fried chips invites a lively crowd to linger. Culinary creativity takes center stage as oversized tortillas are transformed into overstuffed burritos and golden nachos are draped in velvety queso, all perfectly complemented by the crisp crunch of Baja fish tacos and a cold craft beer. It is a communal hub where a laid-back spirit meets bold, customizable flavors, creating an atmosphere that feels less like a quick meal and more like a neighborhood celebration.
1530, 16th Street, Denver, CO, 80202 +13036232169 https://www.illegalpetes.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Illegal Pete's
Dairy-Free at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chips and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salad, Bowl and Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Guacamole, Pete’s Party Marg and Pete’s House Marg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salad, Bowl and Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bowl and Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pete’s House Marg and Coin Style Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 9 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bowl, Hand-Rolled Taquitos and Chocolate-Chip Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Illegal Pete's
Illegal Pete's in Denver has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pete’s Party Marg. 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 Illegal Pete's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Burrito | 46.3 g | 34.5 g |
| Smothered Burrito | 28.2 g | 20.6 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Baja Fish Tacos | 39 g | 13 g |
| Bowl | 85.4 g | 11.7 g |
| Fizzy Lifter Mocktail | 10 g | 10.5 g |
| Quesadilla | 24 g | 10.3 g |
| Hand-Rolled Taquitos | 52.7 g | 8.2 g |
| Pete’s House Marg | 61.7 g | 7.6 g |
| Moscow Mule | 46.3 g | 6.4 g |
| Tacos | 18.5 g | 6.2 g |
| Chips and Queso | 16.4 g | 5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Wednesday
- 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM - 2:30 AM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 2:30 AM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Main Courses
Mission-style favorites customizable with your choice of proteins and toppings.
- Burrito - $12: Your choice of proteins rolled in a warm tortilla. Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl - $12: Naked burrito with choice of proteins and toppings, sans the tortilla. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos - $12: Choice of protein and toppings in taco shells. Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $12: Fresh fried chips smothered in queso and choice of toppings. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $11: Cheesy goodness inside a tortilla with fresh add-ins. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smothered Burrito - $14.5: Burrito smothered in queso, green chile, or both. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Fish Tacos - $13.5: Beer-battered Alaskan pollock, corn tortillas, shredded cabbage, salsa fresca, baja sauce, and lime. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Salad - $12: Burrito fixings on a bed of fresh romaine lettuce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers and Sides
- Hand-Rolled Taquitos - $8.5: Choice of chicken, shredded beef, or combination. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips and Queso - $5.5: Fresh fried chips with liquid gold cheese dip. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips and Guacamole - $5.5: Hand-smashed daily avocado dip with chips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast
Available during breakfast hours only.
- Pete's Breakfast - $10.5: Build your own breakfast burrito, bowl, quesadilla or tacos with eggs and choice of protein. Available at: breakfast, brunch
Desserts
- Chocolate-Chip Cookie - $2.5: Baked fresh in-house daily. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Pete’s House Marg - $8: Sauza Silver Tequila, Triple Sec, House Marg Mix. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Coin Style Margarita - $10: Suerte Reposado Tequila, Agave, Fresh Lime Juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Pete’s Party Marg - $28: 32-oz House Marg. Serves 4. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Moscow Mule - $9: Ginger Beer, lime and choice of Vodka, Tequila, or Whiskey.
- Pink Pony Mocktail - $6: Huckleberry, Fresh Lime Juice, Ginger Beer. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Fizzy Lifter Mocktail - $6: Watermelon, Lime, Pete's Red Hot Sauce, Starry Soda, Tajin Rim.
Frequently Asked Questions about Illegal Pete's
- Is Illegal Pete's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Illegal Pete's has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chips and Guacamole.
- What can I eat at Illegal Pete's on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips and Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Illegal Pete's have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips and Guacamole and Pete’s Party Marg.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Illegal Pete's?
- Burrito, at roughly 34.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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