Little Anita's - Foods of New Mexico – Mexican
Little Anita’s transports diners to the sun-drenched heart of the Southwest, where the air is thick with the inviting aroma of roasted green chiles and the rhythmic crunch of warm, salted chips dipped into velvety queso. From the vibrant zest of hand-mashed guacamole to the comforting sizzle of grilled quesadillas, every plate captures a festive spirit that turns a simple meal into a soulful celebration of New Mexican heritage.
1550 South Colorado Boulevard, Denver CO 80222 https://littleanitasrestaurants.com/locations/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the consistently bold and spicy flavors that make this Denver staple a must-visit for families seeking authentic heat at a reasonable price. Guests frequently highlight the reliable quality of the menu and the delightful after-meal treat that adds a special, unexpected touch to the experience. Celebrated for its value and punchy seasonings, the spot is
Menu
Appetizers
- Guacamole Salad - $9.25: Ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, hint of onion, seasonings, tostada chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole Taquitos - $8.45: Three rolled beef tacos flash fried, guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $3.95: Corn tostada chips, house salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Nachos - $9.95: Tostada chips, refried beans, cheddar and Jack cheese blend, jalapeños, black olives, diced tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fiesta Platter - $14.3: Blue corn bean taquitos, beef taquitos, cheese quesadilla, nachos, sour cream, guacamole, bean dip, salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken or Beef Quesadillas - $13.75: Two large flour tortillas, grilled chicken or shredded beef, cheddar and Jack cheese, tomatoes, jalapeños, black olives, guacamole, sour cream, salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Chile Bean Dip - $6.25: Refried beans, green chile, cheddar and Jack cheese, tostada chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile con Queso and Chips - $9.55: Creamy green chile cheese blend, tostada chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Trio - $12.6: Guacamole, chile con queso, bean dip, corn tostada chips Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Shrimp Salad - $17.35: Sautéed shrimp, tossed greens, red peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocados, blue corn tortilla strips, Southwest salsa dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad - $13.75: Tossed lettuce, cheddar and Jack cheese, guacamole, tomato, cucumbers, black olives, grilled chicken breast, flour tortilla shell, Southwest salsa dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $13.75: Seasoned ground beef, green salad, cheddar and Jack cheese, olives, tomatoes, green onions, flour tortilla shell, Southwest salsa dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Mexico Green Chile Stew - Bowl - $7.3: Boneless diced pork, green chile, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Colorado - Bowl - $10.05: Red chile, shredded beef, whole beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Asada Combo - $22.35: 10 oz. top sirloin, two tostaditas (guacamole and frijoles), two enchiladas, red or green chile Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Enchiladas - $23.5: 10 oz. top sirloin, three cheese enchiladas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas (Beef, Chicken or Shrimp) - $22.15: 1/2 lb meat, sautéed bell peppers, onions, refried beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, three flour tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno Plate - $15.65: Two homemade rellenos, red or green chile, cheddar and Jack cheese, Spanish rice, refried beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Adovada Dinner - $14.85: Cubed pork marinated in red chile, beans, rice, tortilla or sopaipillas Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga - $17.1: Flash fried burrito, red or green chile, cheese, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, tomatoes, green onions. Choice of beef, chicken or carne adovada Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Old Town Chile Burger - $13.15: Ground beef patty, bun, green chile, Jack cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Chile Cheeseburger - $12.95: 1/3 lb. ground patty, roasted green chile, American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Indian Taco Burger - $13.15: Ground beef patty, Indian-style bread sopaipilla, refried beans, red or green chile, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Chicken Sandwich - $12.6: Grilled chicken breast, bun, Jack cheese, diced green chile, lettuce, tomato, pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3.75: Coke, Diet Coke, Dr Pepper, Sprite, Root Beer or Raspberry Iced Tea
- Lemonade - $3.75
- Iced Tea - $3.75
- Coffee - $3.75: Regular or Decaf
- Juice - $3.75: Orange, Cranberry, Tomato or Apple
Sides
- Spanish Rice - $1.85 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beans - $1.85: Whole or Refried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole (2oz) - $3.3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Sopaipillas (Dozen) - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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