Apr 12, 2022 - Food and Drink

Monica's Taco Shop in Colorado Springs does old school right

John Frank

Carne Asada and carnitas tacos from Monica's in Colorado Springs. Photo: John Frank/Axios — Carne Asada and carnitas tacos from Monica's. Photo: John Frank/Axios

The other day, we asked a friend and Colorado College grad where to find the best tacos in Colorado Springs.

The intrigue: The answer came back Monica's Taco Shop — along with this unusual endorsement: "You know it's good because" El Chapo may have laundered money through there, we were told.

Not to condone any alleged crimes, but we had to try it.

What to order: The menu covers all the bases. The carnitas taco hit the spot with decadent pulled pork and a bright pico salsa.

The chicken taco came wrapped in a hard shell with shredded lettuce is a tasty old school approach.

Bonus: We love tacos, but the best part about Monica's is probably the all-day breakfast burritos.

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Monica's Taco Shop in Colorado Springs does old school right

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