Zia Taqueria, nestled in Durango, CO, is a vibrant gem in the Mexican dining scene. This fast-casual restaurant scores high on flavor, quality, and customer satisfaction, consistently drawing rave reviews. Patrons often commend the freshness of the ingredients and the generous portions offered across the menu. The standout item is the Shrimp Al Albanil on Fridays, where succulent shrimp is sautéed to perfection with a medley of spices, complemented by zesty limecilantro rice. The Baja tacos have also garnered praise, with their harmonious flavors and satisfying protein portions creating a delightful culinary experience. Customers appreciate not just the food but also the friendly and professional service from staff like manager Josef, who contributes to the warm atmosphere. Zia Taqueria is more than a quick bite; it's a place where every dish, from their baby bowls to quesadillas, showcases authentic Mexican cuisine made with care. The selection of vibrant salsas adds an extra layer of authenticity, hitting the right notes for spice enthusiasts. Clean and inviting, Zia Taqueria's charm and consistently excellent offerings make it a must-visit in Durango. It's no wonder that guests find themselves returning time and again for a taste of their delectable menu.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has rooftop seating
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves healthy options
Serves organic dishes
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Popular with university students
Planning
Usually has a wait
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Zia Taqueria
Jonah Dobson
May 30,2025
Great place for a snack. The food is fresh and delicious and the staff is so nice. Especially their manager Josef. All and all Zia is a top tier Mexican cuisine especially for a place like Durango
Rogue Diner
May 26,2025
Clean, flavorful food, great views, and friendly staff. Imagine eating delicious food with an amazing scenery surrounding you. The staff were so nice and professional. The Baja tacos were a great balance of flavor. I usually don’t go for fried fish but I am glad I did. They give you a lot of protein with the order. The tortillas used didn’t fall apart and my protein stayed inside for the most part ( there was a nice portion of protein so some did fall out). The wahoo tacos are great for anyone who has a hungry appetite. They were piled up! The mango salsa has a nice kick and the flavor was complex but good! The ingredients paired well together. The last place I had pretty good fish tacos was in Texas (almost 2 years ago); I was excited to finally eat some flavorful fish tacos.
Robyn
May 12,2025
Cannot believe how truly excellent this fast-casual resto is, on every level. Ate here 3 of 4 nights in town and would give it 10 stars if possible. The food is fresh and well-seasoned, and portions are always generous but not outrageous; the staff is so friendly and so professional; the large variety of vibrant salsas are authentic, flavorful, and true to their spice level descriptions; the dining area is casual but cheerful, clean and convivial, and being an indy biz, they get to serve a local CO soda i/o of Coke or Pepsi product. Love everything about this place and wish there was one in every town in America.
Maureen Purcell
Apr 27,2025
Delicious food! Our family of 5 consumed our dishes too fast to take a photo first, but we each had something different and were all equally happy and satisfied.
Jamaica Bockus
Mar 24,2025
One of the greatest places for a quick but delicious meal. Our food was so flavorful and there were a ton of great options for proteins and toppings. Love coming here every time we are in Durango. The Cantina also makes a fantastic margarita.
Cruising with the Clemons
Mar 20,2025
Fantastic food. The salsas are great. Watch out for the Verde it is really hot! Usually places won't give you hot hot sauce but this will light you up! Love the zuber fizz too!
Pamela Flinn Schanuel
Feb 28,2025
You can not ask for more! Excellent on every level. Dine in or take out, but worth every effort of your choice. Great cookies and excellent beer as well. Dog friendly with outside seating. The restrooms are awesome, I know, wierd to say, but they are clean and new, and every section of the facility has great style. Enjoy!!!
David Hale Smith
Feb 8,2025
Terrific local favorite fast casual spot with freshly made dishes and almost everything sourced from nearby or regional farmers and ranchers. Don’t miss the Friday special “Shrimp Al Albanil.” Nice beer selection too. Free chips and salsa with every order. Super reasonable pricing. This place was better than Chipotle before Chipotle was ever conceived.
Reviews For Zia Taqueria