Pica's Mexican Taqueria – Mexican
Pica's Mexican Taqueria hums with a vibrant, sun-drenched energy, where the air is perpetually seasoned by the smoky perfume of meats sizzling over an open flame. Each plate arrives as a colorful celebration of coastal and highland flavors, from the golden, crispy crunch of Baja-style fish to the earthy sweetness of roasted beet tacos nestled in warm tortillas. It is a lively neighborhood escape where the zest of fresh lime and the heat of artisanal salsas bring the bold, authentic spirit of Mexico to every table.
Front Street +17205358311 https://picascolorado.com/louisvilleRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, vegan, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, tlc, renal
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the reasonable pricing and dependable service, noting that the experience consistently meets expectations for a straightforward meal. Praised for its value, reviewers highlight the reliable atmosphere and attentive staff that provide a balanced and
Menu
Taco Plates
Two tacos on Pica's homemade tortillas. Served with Mexican rice & black beans.
- Chicken al Carbon Taco Plate - $14.5: Charbroiled chicken topped with salsa fresca. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Fish Taco Plate - $17.5: Beer battered fish, deep fried, creamy lime cabbage, chipotle salsa, fresh tomatoes, & cilantro. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Fish Taco Plate - $17.5: Grilled fish, marinated cabbage, sour cream & chipotle salsa. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos al Pastor Plate - $16: Achiote marinated pork, pineapple, onion, cilantro and tomatillo avocado salsa. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Taco Plate - $18: Citrus achiote marinated tiger shrimp, creamy lime cabbage & red onion chile de arbol salsa. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Taco Plate - $16.5: Seasoned grilled steak topped with salsa fresca. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Shrimp Taco Plate - $18: Beer battered shrimp, deep fried, creamy lime cabbage, chipotle salsa, fresh tomatoes, & cilantro. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Veggie Taco Plate - $11: Grilled zucchini, red pepper & onion, chipotle salsa, queso fresco, salsa fresca. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco Plate - $14: Pork carnitas, cilantro, white onion and tomatillo salsa. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Tacos Plate - $15.5: Griddled cotija cheese, roasted beets, pickled onions, cilantro aioli. Served with Mexican rice & black beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
Classic Burritos
Served with a flour tortilla, black beans, white rice & Mexican cheese.
- Chicken al Carbon Burrito - $13.5: Marinated charbroiled chicken, salsa fresca & sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetable Burrito - $12: Grilled zucchini, roasted red pepper, sautéed onions, sour cream & chipotle salsa. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean & Cheese Burrito - $10.5: Black beans, white rice, Mexican cheese, salsa fresca, white onion & sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Burrito - $14: Tender pork, cilantro, white onion, sour cream & tomatillo salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Adobado Burrito - $17.5: Tender pork, romaine lettuce, adobado sauce, salsa fresca & sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito - $15: Seasoned grilled steak, salsa fresca & sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Burrito - $17: Marinated shrimp, creamy lime cabbage & red onion chile de arbol salsa. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Fish Burrito - $17.5: Grilled fish, marinated cabbage, chipotle salsa & sour cream. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fajita Burrito - $17: Sautéed peppers, onions, tomatoes, Mexican oregano, sour cream, cheese, chipotle salsa, salsa fresca and romaine lettuce. Served open faced. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Fajita Burrito - $18: Steak, sautéed peppers, onions, tomatoes, Mexican oregano, sour cream, cheese, chipotle salsa, salsa fresca and romaine lettuce. Served open faced. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Wet Burritos
- Wet Chicken al Carbon Burrito - $16.5: Marinated charbroiled chicken, salsa fresca & sour cream topped with chipotle cream sauce, salsa fresca, Mexican cheese & sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wet Chicken Tinga Burrito - $17: Chicken tinga topped with chipotle cream sauce, salsa fresca, Mexican cheese & sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wet Carne Asada Burrito - $17.5: Seasoned grilled steak, salsa fresca & sour cream topped with chipotle cream sauce, salsa fresca, Mexican cheese & sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wet Grilled Vegetable Burrito - $15: Grilled zucchini, roasted red pepper, sautéed onions, sour cream & chipotle salsa topped with chipotle cream sauce, salsa fresca, Mexican cheese & sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadilla Plates
Served with Mexican rice, black beans, salsa fresca & sour cream.
- Vegetable Quesadilla - $15: Sautéed corn, onion, roasted red pepper & chipotle salsa. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Quesadilla - $13.5: Mexican cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Poblano Quesadilla - $16: Fire roasted poblano chiles & chipotle salsa. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Quesadilla - $17.5: Seasoned grilled steak. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Al Carbon Quesadilla - $16.5: Marinated charbroiled chicken. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Quesadilla - $17: Roasted pork with pineapple & onion, cilantro & tomatillo avocado salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Tortilla Soup - $7: Tomato and guajillo based soup, fried tortilla strips, cilantro & Mexican cheese. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Posole - $11: Onions, chiles, tomatoes, hominy & chicken. Topped with crunchy cabbage, cilantro, onion, cheese & a tostada. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ranchero Salad - $13: Baby greens & romaine, cilantro-lime ranch, roasted red pepper, tomatoes, avocado & Mexican cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Salad - $13: Romaine, corn, tomato, grilled red pepper, white onion, roasted poblanos, apples, avocado, cumin vinaigrette, toasted pepitas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Puya Chicken Salad - $16.25: Baby greens, puya chile vinaigrette, grilled chicken, salsa fresca & sliced avocado. Served with a warm flour tortilla. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada Salad - $13: Crispy corn tortilla, black beans, lettuce, guacamole, cabbage & tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette, Mexican cheese & sour cream. Served with rice & beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
Enchiladas
Stuffed corn tortillas served with Mexican rice & black beans.
- Chicken Al Carbon Enchiladas - $16: Grilled chicken & caramelized onions, tomatillo cream sauce, salsa fresca, queso fresco. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Enchiladas - $17: Grilled steak & caramelized onions, chipotle cream sauce, salsa fresca, queso fresco. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetable Enchiladas - $15: Grilled zucchini, red pepper and onion, chipotle cream sauce, salsa fresca, queso fresco. Available at: dinner, lunch
Kid's Menu
- Niño Burrito - $6: Black beans, white rice, Mexican cheese & sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niño Quesadilla - $6: Mexican cheese. Sour cream on the side. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niño Bowl - $6.25: White rice, black beans, diced apples, corn & chicken. Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Piled High Nachos - $13: Tortilla chips with various toppings. Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Mexican Coke - $5: Imported bottled soda.
- Jarritos Soda - $5: Assorted flavors. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Watermelon Juice - $6: Seasonal fresh juice.
- Topo Chico - $5: Sparkling mineral water.
- Horchata - $5: Traditional rice milk beverage.
- Watermelon Lemonade - $6: Seasonal lemonade.
- Mexican Bottled Beer - $6: Assorted Mexican beers. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about Pica's Mexican Taqueria
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu highlights include the Baja fish taco plate, chicken al carbon burrito, carne asada tacos, and roasted beet tacos.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data for Pica's Mexican Taqueria does not specify the total number of reviews received by the restaurant.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Pica's Mexican Taqueria offers a vibrant, sun-drenched atmosphere with a lively neighborhood feel, dependable service, and budget-friendly pricing.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this budget-friendly spot is better suited for a casual, straightforward meal than a special occasion.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Pica's Mexican Taqueria stands out for its vibrant atmosphere, budget-friendly pricing, and diverse menu featuring unique options like roasted beet tacos.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Reviewers highlight the restaurant's reasonable pricing and dependable service, describing it as a budget-friendly ($) option that offers good value.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Budget-conscious diners seeking a casual, lively atmosphere with diverse dietary options like high-protein, vegetarian, and gluten-free Mexican dishes would enjoy this restaurant.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided information does not include specific operating hours to confirm if Pica's Mexican Taqueria is currently open and operational.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Pica's Mexican Taqueria specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine, featuring a variety of tacos, burritos, and traditional coastal and highland flavors.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Pica's accommodates mixed diets with diverse options including vegan, gluten-free, high-protein, and vegetarian dishes like grilled veggie tacos and tortilla soup.
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