Year: 2026

At El Chubby’s you get three chili choices: hot green, mild green and red. If you like real heat and want the one we’re best known for, order the hot green. If you want all the green chili flavor with a gentler kick, go mild green. If you’d like a different, earthier flavor, try the…

If you’re looking for carne asada fries in Aurora, our Carne Asada Fries are the dish we’re known for at El Chubby’s. They start with a big serving of fries and get topped with our carne asada, which is thin strips of steak grilled with jalapeños, onions and tomatoes. Everything is made to order at…

The best El Chubby’s dishes for winter in Aurora are the ones built around our green chili: smothered burritos, smothered combination plates, and green chili by the quart to take home. Add a bowl of menudo, a dozen homemade tamales, a hot breakfast plate on a snowy morning, and fried ice cream or sopapillas to…

Ask any taco lover about their preference, and you’re bound to spark a passionate debate. Soft or crunchy? It’s one of those culinary questions that divides families, friendships, and entire neighborhoods. Here at El Chubby’s Mexican Restaurant in Aurora, Colorado, we’ve been watching this friendly battle unfold since 1991, and honestly, we think both sides…

There’s something almost ceremonial about watching a smothered burrito arrive at your table. The tortilla disappears beneath a blanket of green chili sauce, molten cheese pools in every crevice, and steam rises like a signal that something special is about to happen. In Colorado, this isn’t just a meal, it’s a way of life. At…

Discover why Aurora locals have loved El Chubby’s 11 breakfast burrito since 1990. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, and authentic Mexican flavors made to order.

Discover the history behind Mexican dishes at El Chubby’s—from Aztec tamales to northern burritos. Learn how ancient traditions shape every bite we serve.

Discover why El Chubby’s burgers have built a loyal following in Aurora. Fresh, grilled-to-order recipes and 35 years of family tradition keep locals coming back.