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🌮 Fort Collins’ Taco Champion Has Been Crowned!

🌮 Fort Collins’ Taco Champion Has Been Crowned!

The votes are in, and FoCo’s taco lovers have spoken. See which spot took the #1 title—and where the rest of your favorites landed.

What's Happenin' Team
September 05, 2025

🌮 Fort Collins’ Taco Champion Has Been Crowned!

Hey there, FoCo,

FoCo’s taco scene just got spicy—after 51 votes, we officially have a winner! From birria trucks to downtown patios and homestyle taquerias, the competition was fierce and flavorful. Whether you’re a carne asada loyalist or chasing creative twists with mezcalitas on the side, these top spots prove Fort Collins is a taco town through and through.

🧠Taco Trivia Time

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🍕 Who’s Got the Best Pizza in Fort Collins?

From classic hand-tossed to wood-fired Neapolitan, FoCo’s pizza scene is seriously bringing the heat. We’re stacking up the city’s sauciest slices to crown the true pie royalty. 🧀🔥

Vote now and help settle Fort Collins’ cheesiest debate →

🧠 Need a brain break?

Play trivia, crosswords, and word searches built just for locals. These games aren’t just fun...they’ll test how well you actually know your city. Great for killing time, learning something new, or proving you’re the true local legend.

🍦 Craving: Walrus Ice Cream

📍 125 W Mountain Ave, Fort Collins

A local legend since 1987, Walrus Ice Cream is where summer starts in Fort Collins. Every batch is handmade right in the shop, and with 29 rotating flavors, there’s always something new to try—especially the mysterious “Mystery Flavor” (if you dare). Whether you’re strolling Old Town or cooling off post-hike, Walrus hits the sweet spot.

🌮 Fort Collins’ Taco Champion Has Been Crowned

After 51 votes, countless tortillas, and maybe a few extra mezcalitas, the people have spoken: Fort Collins’ top taco spots are officially ranked. The taco scene here is no joke — from late-night birria cravings to patios piled high with street-style goodness, FoCo knows how to taco. Let’s check out who made the cut.

🏆 Top 5 Taco Joints in Fort Collins (According to You!)

Vatos Tacos + Tequila

The Taco Stop – 2601 S Lemay Ave UNIT 30
🌽 FoCo’s taco king! Beloved for homestyle Mexican eats and a casual, no-frills vibe, The Taco Stop took home the crown with more than half the total votes.
Vatos Tacos + Tequila – 200 N College Ave
🍹 A downtown hotspot for street tacos, mezcalitas, and a patio that’s perfect year-round (thanks to those heaters in winter).
Las Delicias – 1825 N College Ave #130
🔥 House-made tortillas, menudo, tamales, birria… this local favorite keeps it fresh daily, straight from the kitchen to your plate.
Uno Mas – 120 W Olive St #104
🌮 A modern taqueria with street-style flair, happy hour cocktails, and house-grown ingredients that make every bite pop.
El Diablo – 1001 S Lemay Ave
🐂 The only birria truck in town that became a full-on local staple. Bonus points for late-night taco runs and catering options.

🎉 Honorable Mentions

Taqueria Los Comales, Torchy’s, Momma Perez Burritos, Maggie’s, and Damn Good Tacos all got love too. Clearly, Fort Collins is a taco town through and through.

🗓 What’s Happenin’ in Fort Collins: Event Listings

🎭 Friday, September 5

🎨 2025 ART IN PUBLIC PLACES ARTISTS📍 417 W. Magnolia | ⏰ 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎵 Brooks Nielsen📍 204 S. College Ave. | ⏰ 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎨 Dave Ross📍 167 N College Ave, Fort Collins | ⏰ 6pm | 🎟️ Ticketed

Saturday, September 6

🎵 Switchman Sleeping📍 1209 N College Ave | ⏰ 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 Farm Day at Bath Garden Center📍 2000 East Prospect Road | ⏰ 10:00am - 12:30pm | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎨 Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department Mountain Festival📍 11835 Rist Canyon Rd., Bellvue, CO | ⏰ 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

Sunday, September 7

📅 Kriya Yoga & Meditation📍 2721 S. College Ave., Unit 3 | ⏰ 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎵 Fort Collins Handmade Market📍 714 Eastdale Dr | ⏰ 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 Scratch & Ride Horseback Experience📍 108 eiger road | ⏰ 8:30am | 🎟️ Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Fort Collins Event Calendar

🌮 Taco Talk Wrap-Up

Fort Collins has spoken, and the taco crown is officially claimed—but let’s be real, every spot on the list is worth a visit (or three). Next time you’re craving a plateful of flavor, let these rankings be your guide to the best bites in town. Until then, keep your salsa spicy, your tortillas warm, and your weekends delicious.

Answer: C) Los Angeles 🌮✨ Though tacos trace their origins to Mexico, it was LA’s food scene that made the crunchy hard-shell taco an American staple.

—Your What’s Happenin’ Fort Collins crew 💛

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