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Spotted Donkey Southwest Grill

4.1 (1325)
$30 and under
Southwest
10600 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, CO 80020

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Spotted Donkey Southwest Grill

4.1
$30 and under
Southwest
Westminster

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
The Spotted Donkey Cantina is where bold flavors meet vibrant energy. This spirited destination serves up modern Mexican cuisine infused with the soul of the Southwest. From crave-worthy Street-Style Enchiladas to the legendary Tacos, every dish is a celebration of cantina-style comfort with a contemporary twist.

Dive into a curated selection of premium tequilas and smoky mezcals, perfect for pairing with fresh, handcrafted margaritas or savoring solo. Whether you're chasing the sunset or just good company, The Spotted Donkey invites you to taste the adventure—where the open road meets authentic Southwestern fare, and every meal feels like a fiesta among friends.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southwest
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 06:30–10:00 Bar Daily 06:30–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Thaddeus Pukansky
  • Private party facilities
    The Spotted Donkey offers numerous alternatives for private dining areas, patio celebrations, and exclusive indoor-outdoor facilities. It stands as the foremost destination for private and semi-private events within the Denver/Boulder corridor.
  • Private party contact
    Jean Korth: (303) 410-5028
  • Area
    Westminster
  • Cross street
    Church Ranch & US 36. inside The Westin Hotel
  • Parking Details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Spotted Donkey Southwest Grill.

4.1

4.1
(1325)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

1,325 Reviews
  1. Candra

    Denver / Colorado18 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I am not sure how many tables our server had, but there were several times where it felt like he forgot about us. People who came after us got their food before us. The food was subpar. The ambience was nice.

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  2. Rebecca

    Denver / Colorado8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for large family breakfast on a Saturday morning at 9 am. Not crowded. As the weather was nice, we sat outside. Server was new and had to check on a few questions we had, but did a good job. The food was tasty, nice presentation, no complaints from any of us. My Huevos Rancheros were a little different than I expected: the corn tortillas were fried crispy instead of soft, but the eggs were as ordered and the red sauce was deeply flavorful, borracho beans were tasty. My daughter-in-law's Colorado Skillet looked good. Grandma loved the Avocado Toast. The fried potatoes in several of the dishes were purple/blue potatoes, which we liked. A little pricey, but what isn't now days! They did take reservations for breakfast, which is helpful for a large group; no standing in line.

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  3. Laura

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was wonderful loved the atmosphere. Service was a bit slow but forgivable. I truly enjoyed myself.

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  4. Daniel

    Connecticut1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had three outstanding dining experiences here during my stay at the hotel. I’m surprised there are so many dissatisfied customers leaving reviews for them. My experience: consistently good food and service and an imaginative menu. 5 stars!

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  5. Barbara

    Denver / Colorado40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant brunch thanks to our very nice & efficient server!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 2 August 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was not a good first experience. We got there waited almost 10 minutes to get our water another 20 minutes to get our drink. They just sat at the bar. The poor waitress was the only one there.

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  7. Blaze

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the host (Deep) to the waitress (Rocio) to the food runner ( Mai) we had nothing but great service. So attentive and friendly!!

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  8. Erin

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 9 May 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was good, but the service was very slow.

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  9. Lindsey

    Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 9 May 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a reservation at the restaurant at 1:00 and got there right on time. It took about 6 - 8 minutes for anyone to even come over to the host stand. We asked to be seated outside, which we were. We then sat there for 15 minutes without ever being acknowledged. No one brought water or menus. We ended up leaving before we were ever greeted. The person who sat us, saw us walking out, and didn't say anything.

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  10. Lisa

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 9 May 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Dining here was such a negative experience. The lack of service was astounding, honestly. After not getting our ordered drinks after an hour of waiting, no one besides our server bothered to even say I’m sorry. How does a restaurant expect to stay in business if a basic order of drinks takes an hour to make? It was such a weird vibe…the manager was avoidant. This was a uniquely bad experience, I felt really bad for our server who you could tell was stressed out. Obviously we will not go back.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southwest
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 06:30–10:00 Bar Daily 06:30–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Thaddeus Pukansky
  • Private party facilities
    The Spotted Donkey offers numerous alternatives for private dining areas, patio celebrations, and exclusive indoor-outdoor facilities. It stands as the foremost destination for private and semi-private events within the Denver/Boulder corridor.
  • Private party contact
    Jean Korth: (303) 410-5028
  • Area
    Westminster
  • Cross street
    Church Ranch & US 36. inside The Westin Hotel
  • Parking Details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Open for Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am and Sat–Sun 6:30 am–10:00 am; Bar daily 6:30 am–11:00 pm. Brunch Sat–Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm; Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm; Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm; Dinner daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm.

Guests commonly describe portions as generous, several call the breakfast burrito “huge, ” and quesadillas have been noted as large enough to share.

Yes, many guests recommend Spotted Donkey for date nights and anniversaries, praising its attentive service, drinks and a cozy, inviting atmosphere.

Spotted Donkey Southwest Grill follows a casual dress code, come comfortably dressed in everyday, informal clothes; nothing formal is required.

Yes, Spotted Donkey offers outdoor seating: guests commonly dine on the patio, enjoying water‑feature views and sunset seating after the patio’s recent refresh.

Spotted Donkey feels like a spirited Southwestern cantina inside the Westin, vibrant, modern Mexican fare, a lively bar with occasional live music, and a cozy patio with water‑feature views that guests enjoy at sunset.

Weekend brunch is the highlight, Saturday and Sunday brunch (10:00 am–2:00 pm) is a guest favorite for groups and mimosas.

You’ll find an indoor dining room and a lively bar, plus an outdoor patio, the restaurant also accepts private-party bookings.

Yes, families do visit; one reviewer specifically mentioned their daughter ordering tacos, and weekend brunch service attracts group visits.

Yes, Spotted Donkey runs a dedicated Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 3:00–5:00 pm, served from a special Happy Hour menu of drinks and small bites.

Spotted Donkey is great for drinks during its happy hour (Monday–Friday, 3:00–5:00 pm), and for a relaxed weekend outing the weekend brunch (Saturday–Sunday, 10:00 am–2:00 pm) is popular, the patio is a favourite spot at sunset.

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Spotted Donkey Southwest Grill

4.1
$30 and under
Southwest
Westminster

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
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