Bad. Just really bad. I honestly don't know of anyone who would choose to go here with such higher quality choices such as El Tapatio or Aztecas. So I have to assume the majority of their business is from tourists who don't know any better. Don't waste your time or money here. You will surely walk out disappointed and with a greasy feeling in your stomach.
Tastes like almost everything comes out of boxes and plastic packages from food service trucks like Sysco and US Food and whatnot. Then maybe the guys in the kitchen heat it up and throw some salt at it. Tortillas are bland and mealy, chips are bland, salsa is bland, rice is too salty and somehow still bland, beans are bland, meat is too salty, shrimp is bland and sad, just about everything except their green chili is bland. Drinks are too sweet; my wife and I had to order shots of tequila just to liven up our margaritas. The one dish that is excellent is the black bean quesadilla on the wheat tortilla.
(2)
Melanie S.
Run away, fast! After driving to the Grand Junction area wanted a quick meal at about 8pm. Was seated in the bar with enough sports broadcasting to overload a mind suffering with white line fever. The dining area was closed although the staff was using it for eating their meals. I really believe that paying customers should have the preference vs. being required to be seated in a bar area. I wasn't drinking after all. We had the Grilled Cx Taco and Blue Ench Dinner. For the money there are so many better restaurants in Grand Junction and Fuita so move on to one of those.
(1)
Danielle M.
Have to say i was really surprised to see the 2 1/2 star rating it is why better then that. And the complaints about it not being tradition Mexican food that is not what they are going for just read the descriptions of the food you order add some common sense and you will find lots of good things on the menu. My only complaint is that the spiciness of their chili verde seems to fluctuate it has a great flavor to it but ask to taste a little each time you go. The people have all ways been very nice and while they are all was busy it never feels crowded.
(4)
Joshua F.
Bland, with a side of bland. Would you like some Bland with that? This is not Mexican Food. This is Americanized Mexican with little to no flavor, salty and not worth the money. There are far better choices in the valley. Plus the service is lacking and at times even weird.
(1)
Jim H.
I frequented Dos Hombres in my young adult life, and always eat here at least once on our annual trips to the area. It is certainly *not* authentic Mexican food, and I don't believe they are trying to come across as that. The atmosphere and the staff have always been great, and the food is consistently decent Americanized Mexican. The margaritas are always good. I have to say that the main driver for me is their mild salsa. Yes, I can see why people call it bland and boring, but there is something about it that makes it delicious to me. I love fresh garden tomatoes, and this salsa just always tastes fresh and smooth to me. If it comes out of a can, so be it...I'll still devour every last drop of it. The "hot" salsa is not all that hot, but a bit too much for folks who prefer "medium." If that's what you like, mix the two together. I also love that they keep the salsa coming, so that it can be applied to your main course.
(3)
Sheridan S.
It's not as if the food here is awful, it isn't. It is just.. well.. boring. It is like a chain restaurant catering to the median (read: bland) palate. I ordered a combination plate with taco and enchiladas.. the taco was like something you would get at Taco Bell, though I will admit that Taco bell has a bit more flavor. The enchiladas (a beef and a cheese) were large but nothing special. The sauce, it reminded me a bit of Tex-Mex chili gravy, but not as flavorful. My friend ordered the fajita chimi.. which was about the same on the boring scale. I think the main complaint I have is that Dos Hombres serves up the pretty typical boring American interpretation of Mexican food. You will get a large meal here that won't offend anyone's taste - but it won't dazzle anyone either. Service was great, so added star for that.
(2)
LuAnn H.
Love the menu. Shrimp Tacos and Fish Tacos are great and follow my eating plan. The staff is always friendly as well. Consistently good food.
(5)
Maureen C.
Most unauthentic Mexican restaurant in town. Grand Junction has some great Mexican restaurants- a new one right across the street- Aztecas. Do NOT waste your time at Dos Hombres. Apparently, the owners have a couple other restaurants in GJ that are doing pretty well. Have they forgotten about this one? We live right down the road and had high hopes just to grab a few margaritas and an average dinner. It wasn't even average. The drinks were okay. We ordered some queso and chips. You know the kind of nacho cheese you get at baseball game out of the can? Yup, same thing! Our dinners were boring and bland. We were excited when Aztecas moved in across the street.
(1)
C B.
Imagine if Denny's had a Mexican section on the menu. Dos Hombres is a bit like that. It's in that genre of Mexican Food for People Who Don't Like Mexican Food, like Taco Bell, etc. The premises are well-maintained generally, and we have some friends who work there. They say the kitchen is clean. I wouldn't doubt their word, but the food is so uninspired you'd think that the owners were also behind the menu at the Rockslide. And you'd be right.
(2)
Sydney S.
I don't think it's as good as some reviews from friends, but it's ok Mexican food. Service was pretty attentive, but I also went in midday on a Wednesday so it wasn't too busy. Chicken in the burrito I ordered was the highlight of the whole experience.
(3)
Bob M.
Probably the worst place in Grand Junction for "Mexican" Food. It is realy Tex-Mex, and not a very good representation of that. The prices are far too high for the lack of quality, and then to top it off they have a practice of "Rounding" your bill to the nearest Nickle after the Tax is added. I have never had my Bill rounded down to the lower Nickle, it has always been Rounded up to the next Nickle. I looked and did not se a sign or notice anywhere on the Premises or Menu that notifies the Customer of this practice, so I am wondering if it is even legal to round up at all. They, along with The Main Street Cafe, and the Rockslide do this and they say it is common practice. I must say I have never had this occur anyplace outside of these Three at any time in my dining experience. Anyway, if you want EXCELENT and authentic Mexican food nearby, try Aztecas directly accross Broadway in the birght Orange Buildin, and you will experience what really good Mexican food can be.
(1)
Jon A.
We feared it might not be great when our waitress brought a half empty basket of cold tortilla chips and some sloppy salsa. Daughter's quesadilla was swimming in grease. My wife's fish tacos and my "Monumen"t burrito were both kinda "meh". Tried deep fried ice cream for dessert. Not sure how you make that anything but awesome but they managed. We tried two different kinds of Margs and both were expensive but rather unremarkable. Would not bother to return...looks like GJ has other, better Mex restaurants to try...
(2)
Jim T.
If McDonald's sold Mexican food, this is how it would taste. We visited the Broadway location twice and found the service to be fine, but the food is bland and boring. This restaurant is good for large groups and I suppose its menu caters to the crowd that thinks a sprig of cilantro visible in a dish is adventurous. Someone told me the other Dos Hombres location in Clifton serves more authentic fare, but I haven't tried it.
(2)
Cat W.
My family has a long-held tradition of visiting this restaurant when in town with relatives. It has changed a lot over the years but can always be relied upon for swift service, good atmosphere with locals to talk to and excellent food and drink.
(4)
Barbara S.
Not bad at all -- much better looking place inside than from the road and it's huge! We opted for the covered patio and had a nice young waiter who was great and helpful for finding a new movie theater that our GPS couldn't locate. I had the Navajo Fry Bread burrito thing - lots of very filling food, the Mr. had some chicken fajita burrito. Near the turn for the breathtaking Colorado National Monument - a little off the beaten path. Would return.
(3)
Krystal Y.
If I could rate it a zero star I would!!! We were really excited to eat here last night after hearing good things about it and walked in optimistic, it has a cute atmosphere but left at the end of the night SO disappointed! I heard great things about their margaritas, which as soon as they brought out were NEON YELLOW and made with a horrible chemical tasting sweet and sour mix, literally tasted like Mountain Dew with a small splash of Tequila. The salsa looks and tastes like it came out of a can, or at least that they took a can of stewed tomatoes and added some onions and jalapenos. The tacos... were on flour tortillas with melted cheese (authentic??? I think not) the rice and beans had a VERY strange taste I can't even put my finger on it and my boyfriend's fajitas came out on a fajita pan but did not sizzle at all, he could actually pick up the skillet with his bare hands and the chicken was luke warm, like they had heated up the chicken and kept the fajita pan under a heat lamp and then put the chicken on top... RIDICULOUS,
(1)
J M.
I'll keep it short. Reserved back room for birthday party. More people showed than expected. Asked for another table or two to be brought back. Told "no, we are over the seating capacity for the room". Sign on the wall says 35.... Hmmmm, there are only 23 people in here. Asked again, and again told "no, we are not allowed to take more tables in there than there already are". Really?? OK, then take my order back because I'm not eating from my lap. "Oh, I guess we could bring another small table back". Are you serious with this. Never another dollar from me. Bummer, because it looks like a nice place. Just need to fire the manager and get someone that realizes customer service is important. This guy.....no
(1)
Greg H.
Local favorite. Well priced and great for families with kids
(5)
Nick G.
Surpisingly good. Great service.
(5)
Chris M.
Decent service and it is clean. But, the food is soulless.
(2)
Kevin S.
These restaurants - there's another one in Clifton - are very popular with locals. They serve bland, American style Mexican food in a bland American style Mexican atmosphere. It's like a slightly upscale version of Taco Bell where you can get a beer or a (bad) margarita. That's a sure-fire recipe for success in Grand Junction. If you want authentic Mexican food, go to my favorite, El Tapatio, or try out Fiesta Guadalajara or Tequilas.
(1)
Connie T.
I am NOT a fan of mexican food at all, but my office was having a company lunch here today, so I had to go. I had the chili rellenos and they were very tasty. The waitress was great! We had a table full with the usual chaos that goes along with that many people and she kept up beautifully. I'm still not a fan of mexican food, so I probably won't eat here again for another 2 years, but y'all did a good job today. Thank you.
(4)
Zack B.
This used to be a Grand Junction landmark. I recently visited for the first time in years after a childhood of eating there almost weekly. What a disappointment. Slow service. An utter lack of sauces. Scott Howard, the owner, appears to be phoning it in. His brother owns the Clifton Dos Hombres. Much better place. If you're hankering for Dos Hombres, make the drive to 32 Road. The Redlands location will only remind you of what once was.
(1)
Nate M.
Well coming from southern New Mexico I am sorry to give this place a two. I got the creamy jalapeño Navajo taco and it didn't have a bit. But i read about the white ghost challenge and will be back. As for the Navajo taco it's different. :-(
(2)
Jim H.
I frequented Dos Hombres in my young adult life, and always eat here at least once on our annual trips to the area. It is certainly *not* authentic Mexican food, and I don't believe they are trying to come across as that. The atmosphere and the staff have always been great, and the food is consistently decent Americanized Mexican. The margaritas are always good. I have to say that the main driver for me is their mild salsa. Yes, I can see why people call it bland and boring, but there is something about it that makes it delicious to me. I love fresh garden tomatoes, and this salsa just always tastes fresh and smooth to me. If it comes out of a can, so be it...I'll still devour every last drop of it. The "hot" salsa is not all that hot, but a bit too much for folks who prefer "medium." If that's what you like, mix the two together. I also love that they keep the salsa coming, so that it can be applied to your main course.
(3)
Holly K.
Bad. Just really bad. I honestly don't know of anyone who would choose to go here with such higher quality choices such as El Tapatio or Aztecas. So I have to assume the majority of their business is from tourists who don't know any better. Don't waste your time or money here. You will surely walk out disappointed and with a greasy feeling in your stomach.
Tastes like almost everything comes out of boxes and plastic packages from food service trucks like Sysco and US Food and whatnot. Then maybe the guys in the kitchen heat it up and throw some salt at it. Tortillas are bland and mealy, chips are bland, salsa is bland, rice is too salty and somehow still bland, beans are bland, meat is too salty, shrimp is bland and sad, just about everything except their green chili is bland. Drinks are too sweet; my wife and I had to order shots of tequila just to liven up our margaritas. The one dish that is excellent is the black bean quesadilla on the wheat tortilla.
(2)
Melanie S.
Run away, fast! After driving to the Grand Junction area wanted a quick meal at about 8pm. Was seated in the bar with enough sports broadcasting to overload a mind suffering with white line fever. The dining area was closed although the staff was using it for eating their meals. I really believe that paying customers should have the preference vs. being required to be seated in a bar area. I wasn't drinking after all. We had the Grilled Cx Taco and Blue Ench Dinner. For the money there are so many better restaurants in Grand Junction and Fuita so move on to one of those.
(1)
Danielle M.
Have to say i was really surprised to see the 2 1/2 star rating it is why better then that. And the complaints about it not being tradition Mexican food that is not what they are going for just read the descriptions of the food you order add some common sense and you will find lots of good things on the menu. My only complaint is that the spiciness of their chili verde seems to fluctuate it has a great flavor to it but ask to taste a little each time you go. The people have all ways been very nice and while they are all was busy it never feels crowded.
(4)
Joshua F.
Bland, with a side of bland. Would you like some Bland with that? This is not Mexican Food. This is Americanized Mexican with little to no flavor, salty and not worth the money. There are far better choices in the valley. Plus the service is lacking and at times even weird.
(1)
Sheridan S.
It's not as if the food here is awful, it isn't. It is just.. well.. boring. It is like a chain restaurant catering to the median (read: bland) palate. I ordered a combination plate with taco and enchiladas.. the taco was like something you would get at Taco Bell, though I will admit that Taco bell has a bit more flavor. The enchiladas (a beef and a cheese) were large but nothing special. The sauce, it reminded me a bit of Tex-Mex chili gravy, but not as flavorful. My friend ordered the fajita chimi.. which was about the same on the boring scale. I think the main complaint I have is that Dos Hombres serves up the pretty typical boring American interpretation of Mexican food. You will get a large meal here that won't offend anyone's taste - but it won't dazzle anyone either. Service was great, so added star for that.
(2)
LuAnn H.
Love the menu. Shrimp Tacos and Fish Tacos are great and follow my eating plan. The staff is always friendly as well. Consistently good food.
(5)
Maureen C.
Most unauthentic Mexican restaurant in town. Grand Junction has some great Mexican restaurants- a new one right across the street- Aztecas. Do NOT waste your time at Dos Hombres. Apparently, the owners have a couple other restaurants in GJ that are doing pretty well. Have they forgotten about this one? We live right down the road and had high hopes just to grab a few margaritas and an average dinner. It wasn't even average. The drinks were okay. We ordered some queso and chips. You know the kind of nacho cheese you get at baseball game out of the can? Yup, same thing! Our dinners were boring and bland. We were excited when Aztecas moved in across the street.
(1)
C B.
Imagine if Denny's had a Mexican section on the menu. Dos Hombres is a bit like that. It's in that genre of Mexican Food for People Who Don't Like Mexican Food, like Taco Bell, etc. The premises are well-maintained generally, and we have some friends who work there. They say the kitchen is clean. I wouldn't doubt their word, but the food is so uninspired you'd think that the owners were also behind the menu at the Rockslide. And you'd be right.
(2)
Sydney S.
I don't think it's as good as some reviews from friends, but it's ok Mexican food. Service was pretty attentive, but I also went in midday on a Wednesday so it wasn't too busy. Chicken in the burrito I ordered was the highlight of the whole experience.
(3)
Bob M.
Probably the worst place in Grand Junction for "Mexican" Food. It is realy Tex-Mex, and not a very good representation of that. The prices are far too high for the lack of quality, and then to top it off they have a practice of "Rounding" your bill to the nearest Nickle after the Tax is added. I have never had my Bill rounded down to the lower Nickle, it has always been Rounded up to the next Nickle. I looked and did not se a sign or notice anywhere on the Premises or Menu that notifies the Customer of this practice, so I am wondering if it is even legal to round up at all. They, along with The Main Street Cafe, and the Rockslide do this and they say it is common practice. I must say I have never had this occur anyplace outside of these Three at any time in my dining experience. Anyway, if you want EXCELENT and authentic Mexican food nearby, try Aztecas directly accross Broadway in the birght Orange Buildin, and you will experience what really good Mexican food can be.
(1)
Jon A.
We feared it might not be great when our waitress brought a half empty basket of cold tortilla chips and some sloppy salsa. Daughter's quesadilla was swimming in grease. My wife's fish tacos and my "Monumen"t burrito were both kinda "meh". Tried deep fried ice cream for dessert. Not sure how you make that anything but awesome but they managed. We tried two different kinds of Margs and both were expensive but rather unremarkable. Would not bother to return...looks like GJ has other, better Mex restaurants to try...
(2)
J M.
I'll keep it short. Reserved back room for birthday party. More people showed than expected. Asked for another table or two to be brought back. Told "no, we are over the seating capacity for the room". Sign on the wall says 35.... Hmmmm, there are only 23 people in here. Asked again, and again told "no, we are not allowed to take more tables in there than there already are". Really?? OK, then take my order back because I'm not eating from my lap. "Oh, I guess we could bring another small table back". Are you serious with this. Never another dollar from me. Bummer, because it looks like a nice place. Just need to fire the manager and get someone that realizes customer service is important. This guy.....no
(1)
Greg H.
Local favorite. Well priced and great for families with kids
(5)
Nick G.
Surpisingly good. Great service.
(5)
Chris M.
Decent service and it is clean. But, the food is soulless.
(2)
Kevin S.
These restaurants - there's another one in Clifton - are very popular with locals. They serve bland, American style Mexican food in a bland American style Mexican atmosphere. It's like a slightly upscale version of Taco Bell where you can get a beer or a (bad) margarita. That's a sure-fire recipe for success in Grand Junction. If you want authentic Mexican food, go to my favorite, El Tapatio, or try out Fiesta Guadalajara or Tequilas.
(1)
Connie T.
I am NOT a fan of mexican food at all, but my office was having a company lunch here today, so I had to go. I had the chili rellenos and they were very tasty. The waitress was great! We had a table full with the usual chaos that goes along with that many people and she kept up beautifully. I'm still not a fan of mexican food, so I probably won't eat here again for another 2 years, but y'all did a good job today. Thank you.
(4)
Zack B.
This used to be a Grand Junction landmark. I recently visited for the first time in years after a childhood of eating there almost weekly. What a disappointment. Slow service. An utter lack of sauces. Scott Howard, the owner, appears to be phoning it in. His brother owns the Clifton Dos Hombres. Much better place. If you're hankering for Dos Hombres, make the drive to 32 Road. The Redlands location will only remind you of what once was.
(1)
Nate M.
Well coming from southern New Mexico I am sorry to give this place a two. I got the creamy jalapeño Navajo taco and it didn't have a bit. But i read about the white ghost challenge and will be back. As for the Navajo taco it's different. :-(
(2)
Jim T.
If McDonald's sold Mexican food, this is how it would taste. We visited the Broadway location twice and found the service to be fine, but the food is bland and boring. This restaurant is good for large groups and I suppose its menu caters to the crowd that thinks a sprig of cilantro visible in a dish is adventurous. Someone told me the other Dos Hombres location in Clifton serves more authentic fare, but I haven't tried it.
(2)
Cat W.
My family has a long-held tradition of visiting this restaurant when in town with relatives. It has changed a lot over the years but can always be relied upon for swift service, good atmosphere with locals to talk to and excellent food and drink.
(4)
Barbara S.
Not bad at all -- much better looking place inside than from the road and it's huge! We opted for the covered patio and had a nice young waiter who was great and helpful for finding a new movie theater that our GPS couldn't locate. I had the Navajo Fry Bread burrito thing - lots of very filling food, the Mr. had some chicken fajita burrito. Near the turn for the breathtaking Colorado National Monument - a little off the beaten path. Would return.
(3)
Krystal Y.
If I could rate it a zero star I would!!! We were really excited to eat here last night after hearing good things about it and walked in optimistic, it has a cute atmosphere but left at the end of the night SO disappointed! I heard great things about their margaritas, which as soon as they brought out were NEON YELLOW and made with a horrible chemical tasting sweet and sour mix, literally tasted like Mountain Dew with a small splash of Tequila. The salsa looks and tastes like it came out of a can, or at least that they took a can of stewed tomatoes and added some onions and jalapenos. The tacos... were on flour tortillas with melted cheese (authentic??? I think not) the rice and beans had a VERY strange taste I can't even put my finger on it and my boyfriend's fajitas came out on a fajita pan but did not sizzle at all, he could actually pick up the skillet with his bare hands and the chicken was luke warm, like they had heated up the chicken and kept the fajita pan under a heat lamp and then put the chicken on top... RIDICULOUS,
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If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
Holly K.
Bad. Just really bad. I honestly don't know of anyone who would choose to go here with such higher quality choices such as El Tapatio or Aztecas. So I have to assume the majority of their business is from tourists who don't know any better. Don't waste your time or money here. You will surely walk out disappointed and with a greasy feeling in your stomach.
(2)Andrea H.
Yummy queso and guac! We quickly downed those appetizers. I had the tequila lime shrimp for my entrée. Oh my goodness. These were sooo good! I need to find something like that over here in Florida!
(4)Jerome S.
Tastes like almost everything comes out of boxes and plastic packages from food service trucks like Sysco and US Food and whatnot. Then maybe the guys in the kitchen heat it up and throw some salt at it. Tortillas are bland and mealy, chips are bland, salsa is bland, rice is too salty and somehow still bland, beans are bland, meat is too salty, shrimp is bland and sad, just about everything except their green chili is bland. Drinks are too sweet; my wife and I had to order shots of tequila just to liven up our margaritas. The one dish that is excellent is the black bean quesadilla on the wheat tortilla.
(2)Melanie S.
Run away, fast! After driving to the Grand Junction area wanted a quick meal at about 8pm. Was seated in the bar with enough sports broadcasting to overload a mind suffering with white line fever. The dining area was closed although the staff was using it for eating their meals. I really believe that paying customers should have the preference vs. being required to be seated in a bar area. I wasn't drinking after all. We had the Grilled Cx Taco and Blue Ench Dinner. For the money there are so many better restaurants in Grand Junction and Fuita so move on to one of those.
(1)Danielle M.
Have to say i was really surprised to see the 2 1/2 star rating it is why better then that. And the complaints about it not being tradition Mexican food that is not what they are going for just read the descriptions of the food you order add some common sense and you will find lots of good things on the menu. My only complaint is that the spiciness of their chili verde seems to fluctuate it has a great flavor to it but ask to taste a little each time you go. The people have all ways been very nice and while they are all was busy it never feels crowded.
(4)Joshua F.
Bland, with a side of bland. Would you like some Bland with that? This is not Mexican Food. This is Americanized Mexican with little to no flavor, salty and not worth the money. There are far better choices in the valley. Plus the service is lacking and at times even weird.
(1)Jim H.
I frequented Dos Hombres in my young adult life, and always eat here at least once on our annual trips to the area. It is certainly *not* authentic Mexican food, and I don't believe they are trying to come across as that. The atmosphere and the staff have always been great, and the food is consistently decent Americanized Mexican. The margaritas are always good. I have to say that the main driver for me is their mild salsa. Yes, I can see why people call it bland and boring, but there is something about it that makes it delicious to me. I love fresh garden tomatoes, and this salsa just always tastes fresh and smooth to me. If it comes out of a can, so be it...I'll still devour every last drop of it. The "hot" salsa is not all that hot, but a bit too much for folks who prefer "medium." If that's what you like, mix the two together. I also love that they keep the salsa coming, so that it can be applied to your main course.
(3)Sheridan S.
It's not as if the food here is awful, it isn't. It is just.. well.. boring. It is like a chain restaurant catering to the median (read: bland) palate. I ordered a combination plate with taco and enchiladas.. the taco was like something you would get at Taco Bell, though I will admit that Taco bell has a bit more flavor. The enchiladas (a beef and a cheese) were large but nothing special. The sauce, it reminded me a bit of Tex-Mex chili gravy, but not as flavorful. My friend ordered the fajita chimi.. which was about the same on the boring scale. I think the main complaint I have is that Dos Hombres serves up the pretty typical boring American interpretation of Mexican food. You will get a large meal here that won't offend anyone's taste - but it won't dazzle anyone either. Service was great, so added star for that.
(2)LuAnn H.
Love the menu. Shrimp Tacos and Fish Tacos are great and follow my eating plan. The staff is always friendly as well. Consistently good food.
(5)Maureen C.
Most unauthentic Mexican restaurant in town. Grand Junction has some great Mexican restaurants- a new one right across the street- Aztecas. Do NOT waste your time at Dos Hombres. Apparently, the owners have a couple other restaurants in GJ that are doing pretty well. Have they forgotten about this one? We live right down the road and had high hopes just to grab a few margaritas and an average dinner. It wasn't even average. The drinks were okay. We ordered some queso and chips. You know the kind of nacho cheese you get at baseball game out of the can? Yup, same thing! Our dinners were boring and bland. We were excited when Aztecas moved in across the street.
(1)C B.
Imagine if Denny's had a Mexican section on the menu. Dos Hombres is a bit like that. It's in that genre of Mexican Food for People Who Don't Like Mexican Food, like Taco Bell, etc. The premises are well-maintained generally, and we have some friends who work there. They say the kitchen is clean. I wouldn't doubt their word, but the food is so uninspired you'd think that the owners were also behind the menu at the Rockslide. And you'd be right.
(2)Sydney S.
I don't think it's as good as some reviews from friends, but it's ok Mexican food. Service was pretty attentive, but I also went in midday on a Wednesday so it wasn't too busy. Chicken in the burrito I ordered was the highlight of the whole experience.
(3)Bob M.
Probably the worst place in Grand Junction for "Mexican" Food. It is realy Tex-Mex, and not a very good representation of that. The prices are far too high for the lack of quality, and then to top it off they have a practice of "Rounding" your bill to the nearest Nickle after the Tax is added. I have never had my Bill rounded down to the lower Nickle, it has always been Rounded up to the next Nickle. I looked and did not se a sign or notice anywhere on the Premises or Menu that notifies the Customer of this practice, so I am wondering if it is even legal to round up at all. They, along with The Main Street Cafe, and the Rockslide do this and they say it is common practice. I must say I have never had this occur anyplace outside of these Three at any time in my dining experience. Anyway, if you want EXCELENT and authentic Mexican food nearby, try Aztecas directly accross Broadway in the birght Orange Buildin, and you will experience what really good Mexican food can be.
(1)Jon A.
We feared it might not be great when our waitress brought a half empty basket of cold tortilla chips and some sloppy salsa. Daughter's quesadilla was swimming in grease. My wife's fish tacos and my "Monumen"t burrito were both kinda "meh". Tried deep fried ice cream for dessert. Not sure how you make that anything but awesome but they managed. We tried two different kinds of Margs and both were expensive but rather unremarkable. Would not bother to return...looks like GJ has other, better Mex restaurants to try...
(2)Jim T.
If McDonald's sold Mexican food, this is how it would taste. We visited the Broadway location twice and found the service to be fine, but the food is bland and boring. This restaurant is good for large groups and I suppose its menu caters to the crowd that thinks a sprig of cilantro visible in a dish is adventurous. Someone told me the other Dos Hombres location in Clifton serves more authentic fare, but I haven't tried it.
(2)Cat W.
My family has a long-held tradition of visiting this restaurant when in town with relatives. It has changed a lot over the years but can always be relied upon for swift service, good atmosphere with locals to talk to and excellent food and drink.
(4)Barbara S.
Not bad at all -- much better looking place inside than from the road and it's huge! We opted for the covered patio and had a nice young waiter who was great and helpful for finding a new movie theater that our GPS couldn't locate. I had the Navajo Fry Bread burrito thing - lots of very filling food, the Mr. had some chicken fajita burrito. Near the turn for the breathtaking Colorado National Monument - a little off the beaten path. Would return.
(3)Krystal Y.
If I could rate it a zero star I would!!! We were really excited to eat here last night after hearing good things about it and walked in optimistic, it has a cute atmosphere but left at the end of the night SO disappointed! I heard great things about their margaritas, which as soon as they brought out were NEON YELLOW and made with a horrible chemical tasting sweet and sour mix, literally tasted like Mountain Dew with a small splash of Tequila. The salsa looks and tastes like it came out of a can, or at least that they took a can of stewed tomatoes and added some onions and jalapenos. The tacos... were on flour tortillas with melted cheese (authentic??? I think not) the rice and beans had a VERY strange taste I can't even put my finger on it and my boyfriend's fajitas came out on a fajita pan but did not sizzle at all, he could actually pick up the skillet with his bare hands and the chicken was luke warm, like they had heated up the chicken and kept the fajita pan under a heat lamp and then put the chicken on top... RIDICULOUS,
(1)J M.
I'll keep it short. Reserved back room for birthday party. More people showed than expected. Asked for another table or two to be brought back. Told "no, we are over the seating capacity for the room". Sign on the wall says 35.... Hmmmm, there are only 23 people in here. Asked again, and again told "no, we are not allowed to take more tables in there than there already are". Really?? OK, then take my order back because I'm not eating from my lap. "Oh, I guess we could bring another small table back". Are you serious with this. Never another dollar from me. Bummer, because it looks like a nice place. Just need to fire the manager and get someone that realizes customer service is important. This guy.....no
(1)Greg H.
Local favorite. Well priced and great for families with kids
(5)Nick G.
Surpisingly good. Great service.
(5)Chris M.
Decent service and it is clean. But, the food is soulless.
(2)Kevin S.
These restaurants - there's another one in Clifton - are very popular with locals. They serve bland, American style Mexican food in a bland American style Mexican atmosphere. It's like a slightly upscale version of Taco Bell where you can get a beer or a (bad) margarita. That's a sure-fire recipe for success in Grand Junction. If you want authentic Mexican food, go to my favorite, El Tapatio, or try out Fiesta Guadalajara or Tequilas.
(1)Connie T.
I am NOT a fan of mexican food at all, but my office was having a company lunch here today, so I had to go. I had the chili rellenos and they were very tasty. The waitress was great! We had a table full with the usual chaos that goes along with that many people and she kept up beautifully. I'm still not a fan of mexican food, so I probably won't eat here again for another 2 years, but y'all did a good job today. Thank you.
(4)Zack B.
This used to be a Grand Junction landmark. I recently visited for the first time in years after a childhood of eating there almost weekly. What a disappointment. Slow service. An utter lack of sauces. Scott Howard, the owner, appears to be phoning it in. His brother owns the Clifton Dos Hombres. Much better place. If you're hankering for Dos Hombres, make the drive to 32 Road. The Redlands location will only remind you of what once was.
(1)Nate M.
Well coming from southern New Mexico I am sorry to give this place a two. I got the creamy jalapeño Navajo taco and it didn't have a bit. But i read about the white ghost challenge and will be back. As for the Navajo taco it's different. :-(
(2)Jim H.
I frequented Dos Hombres in my young adult life, and always eat here at least once on our annual trips to the area. It is certainly *not* authentic Mexican food, and I don't believe they are trying to come across as that. The atmosphere and the staff have always been great, and the food is consistently decent Americanized Mexican. The margaritas are always good. I have to say that the main driver for me is their mild salsa. Yes, I can see why people call it bland and boring, but there is something about it that makes it delicious to me. I love fresh garden tomatoes, and this salsa just always tastes fresh and smooth to me. If it comes out of a can, so be it...I'll still devour every last drop of it. The "hot" salsa is not all that hot, but a bit too much for folks who prefer "medium." If that's what you like, mix the two together. I also love that they keep the salsa coming, so that it can be applied to your main course.
(3)Holly K.
Bad. Just really bad. I honestly don't know of anyone who would choose to go here with such higher quality choices such as El Tapatio or Aztecas. So I have to assume the majority of their business is from tourists who don't know any better. Don't waste your time or money here. You will surely walk out disappointed and with a greasy feeling in your stomach.
(2)Andrea H.
Yummy queso and guac! We quickly downed those appetizers. I had the tequila lime shrimp for my entrée. Oh my goodness. These were sooo good! I need to find something like that over here in Florida!
(4)Jerome S.
Tastes like almost everything comes out of boxes and plastic packages from food service trucks like Sysco and US Food and whatnot. Then maybe the guys in the kitchen heat it up and throw some salt at it. Tortillas are bland and mealy, chips are bland, salsa is bland, rice is too salty and somehow still bland, beans are bland, meat is too salty, shrimp is bland and sad, just about everything except their green chili is bland. Drinks are too sweet; my wife and I had to order shots of tequila just to liven up our margaritas. The one dish that is excellent is the black bean quesadilla on the wheat tortilla.
(2)Melanie S.
Run away, fast! After driving to the Grand Junction area wanted a quick meal at about 8pm. Was seated in the bar with enough sports broadcasting to overload a mind suffering with white line fever. The dining area was closed although the staff was using it for eating their meals. I really believe that paying customers should have the preference vs. being required to be seated in a bar area. I wasn't drinking after all. We had the Grilled Cx Taco and Blue Ench Dinner. For the money there are so many better restaurants in Grand Junction and Fuita so move on to one of those.
(1)Danielle M.
Have to say i was really surprised to see the 2 1/2 star rating it is why better then that. And the complaints about it not being tradition Mexican food that is not what they are going for just read the descriptions of the food you order add some common sense and you will find lots of good things on the menu. My only complaint is that the spiciness of their chili verde seems to fluctuate it has a great flavor to it but ask to taste a little each time you go. The people have all ways been very nice and while they are all was busy it never feels crowded.
(4)Joshua F.
Bland, with a side of bland. Would you like some Bland with that? This is not Mexican Food. This is Americanized Mexican with little to no flavor, salty and not worth the money. There are far better choices in the valley. Plus the service is lacking and at times even weird.
(1)Sheridan S.
It's not as if the food here is awful, it isn't. It is just.. well.. boring. It is like a chain restaurant catering to the median (read: bland) palate. I ordered a combination plate with taco and enchiladas.. the taco was like something you would get at Taco Bell, though I will admit that Taco bell has a bit more flavor. The enchiladas (a beef and a cheese) were large but nothing special. The sauce, it reminded me a bit of Tex-Mex chili gravy, but not as flavorful. My friend ordered the fajita chimi.. which was about the same on the boring scale. I think the main complaint I have is that Dos Hombres serves up the pretty typical boring American interpretation of Mexican food. You will get a large meal here that won't offend anyone's taste - but it won't dazzle anyone either. Service was great, so added star for that.
(2)LuAnn H.
Love the menu. Shrimp Tacos and Fish Tacos are great and follow my eating plan. The staff is always friendly as well. Consistently good food.
(5)Maureen C.
Most unauthentic Mexican restaurant in town. Grand Junction has some great Mexican restaurants- a new one right across the street- Aztecas. Do NOT waste your time at Dos Hombres. Apparently, the owners have a couple other restaurants in GJ that are doing pretty well. Have they forgotten about this one? We live right down the road and had high hopes just to grab a few margaritas and an average dinner. It wasn't even average. The drinks were okay. We ordered some queso and chips. You know the kind of nacho cheese you get at baseball game out of the can? Yup, same thing! Our dinners were boring and bland. We were excited when Aztecas moved in across the street.
(1)C B.
Imagine if Denny's had a Mexican section on the menu. Dos Hombres is a bit like that. It's in that genre of Mexican Food for People Who Don't Like Mexican Food, like Taco Bell, etc. The premises are well-maintained generally, and we have some friends who work there. They say the kitchen is clean. I wouldn't doubt their word, but the food is so uninspired you'd think that the owners were also behind the menu at the Rockslide. And you'd be right.
(2)Sydney S.
I don't think it's as good as some reviews from friends, but it's ok Mexican food. Service was pretty attentive, but I also went in midday on a Wednesday so it wasn't too busy. Chicken in the burrito I ordered was the highlight of the whole experience.
(3)Bob M.
Probably the worst place in Grand Junction for "Mexican" Food. It is realy Tex-Mex, and not a very good representation of that. The prices are far too high for the lack of quality, and then to top it off they have a practice of "Rounding" your bill to the nearest Nickle after the Tax is added. I have never had my Bill rounded down to the lower Nickle, it has always been Rounded up to the next Nickle. I looked and did not se a sign or notice anywhere on the Premises or Menu that notifies the Customer of this practice, so I am wondering if it is even legal to round up at all. They, along with The Main Street Cafe, and the Rockslide do this and they say it is common practice. I must say I have never had this occur anyplace outside of these Three at any time in my dining experience. Anyway, if you want EXCELENT and authentic Mexican food nearby, try Aztecas directly accross Broadway in the birght Orange Buildin, and you will experience what really good Mexican food can be.
(1)Jon A.
We feared it might not be great when our waitress brought a half empty basket of cold tortilla chips and some sloppy salsa. Daughter's quesadilla was swimming in grease. My wife's fish tacos and my "Monumen"t burrito were both kinda "meh". Tried deep fried ice cream for dessert. Not sure how you make that anything but awesome but they managed. We tried two different kinds of Margs and both were expensive but rather unremarkable. Would not bother to return...looks like GJ has other, better Mex restaurants to try...
(2)J M.
I'll keep it short. Reserved back room for birthday party. More people showed than expected. Asked for another table or two to be brought back. Told "no, we are over the seating capacity for the room". Sign on the wall says 35.... Hmmmm, there are only 23 people in here. Asked again, and again told "no, we are not allowed to take more tables in there than there already are". Really?? OK, then take my order back because I'm not eating from my lap. "Oh, I guess we could bring another small table back". Are you serious with this. Never another dollar from me. Bummer, because it looks like a nice place. Just need to fire the manager and get someone that realizes customer service is important. This guy.....no
(1)Greg H.
Local favorite. Well priced and great for families with kids
(5)Nick G.
Surpisingly good. Great service.
(5)Chris M.
Decent service and it is clean. But, the food is soulless.
(2)Kevin S.
These restaurants - there's another one in Clifton - are very popular with locals. They serve bland, American style Mexican food in a bland American style Mexican atmosphere. It's like a slightly upscale version of Taco Bell where you can get a beer or a (bad) margarita. That's a sure-fire recipe for success in Grand Junction. If you want authentic Mexican food, go to my favorite, El Tapatio, or try out Fiesta Guadalajara or Tequilas.
(1)Connie T.
I am NOT a fan of mexican food at all, but my office was having a company lunch here today, so I had to go. I had the chili rellenos and they were very tasty. The waitress was great! We had a table full with the usual chaos that goes along with that many people and she kept up beautifully. I'm still not a fan of mexican food, so I probably won't eat here again for another 2 years, but y'all did a good job today. Thank you.
(4)Zack B.
This used to be a Grand Junction landmark. I recently visited for the first time in years after a childhood of eating there almost weekly. What a disappointment. Slow service. An utter lack of sauces. Scott Howard, the owner, appears to be phoning it in. His brother owns the Clifton Dos Hombres. Much better place. If you're hankering for Dos Hombres, make the drive to 32 Road. The Redlands location will only remind you of what once was.
(1)Nate M.
Well coming from southern New Mexico I am sorry to give this place a two. I got the creamy jalapeño Navajo taco and it didn't have a bit. But i read about the white ghost challenge and will be back. As for the Navajo taco it's different. :-(
(2)Jim T.
If McDonald's sold Mexican food, this is how it would taste. We visited the Broadway location twice and found the service to be fine, but the food is bland and boring. This restaurant is good for large groups and I suppose its menu caters to the crowd that thinks a sprig of cilantro visible in a dish is adventurous. Someone told me the other Dos Hombres location in Clifton serves more authentic fare, but I haven't tried it.
(2)Cat W.
My family has a long-held tradition of visiting this restaurant when in town with relatives. It has changed a lot over the years but can always be relied upon for swift service, good atmosphere with locals to talk to and excellent food and drink.
(4)Barbara S.
Not bad at all -- much better looking place inside than from the road and it's huge! We opted for the covered patio and had a nice young waiter who was great and helpful for finding a new movie theater that our GPS couldn't locate. I had the Navajo Fry Bread burrito thing - lots of very filling food, the Mr. had some chicken fajita burrito. Near the turn for the breathtaking Colorado National Monument - a little off the beaten path. Would return.
(3)Krystal Y.
If I could rate it a zero star I would!!! We were really excited to eat here last night after hearing good things about it and walked in optimistic, it has a cute atmosphere but left at the end of the night SO disappointed! I heard great things about their margaritas, which as soon as they brought out were NEON YELLOW and made with a horrible chemical tasting sweet and sour mix, literally tasted like Mountain Dew with a small splash of Tequila. The salsa looks and tastes like it came out of a can, or at least that they took a can of stewed tomatoes and added some onions and jalapenos. The tacos... were on flour tortillas with melted cheese (authentic??? I think not) the rice and beans had a VERY strange taste I can't even put my finger on it and my boyfriend's fajitas came out on a fajita pan but did not sizzle at all, he could actually pick up the skillet with his bare hands and the chicken was luke warm, like they had heated up the chicken and kept the fajita pan under a heat lamp and then put the chicken on top... RIDICULOUS,
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