El Chubbys

When temperatures drop in Aurora, Colorado, there’s nothing quite like a plate of authentic Mexican food to warm you up from the inside out. At El Chubby’s Fresh Mexican Restaurant, we’ve been serving hearty, made-to-order dishes since 1990, and winter is when our menu truly shines. From slow-simmered stews to sizzling carne asada, our family…

If you’ve spent any time in Aurora, Colorado, you’ve probably heard the name El Chubby’s mentioned whenever the conversation turns to Mexican food. And more specifically, you’ve likely heard someone rave about our carne asada. Since 1990, we’ve been serving up tender strips of steak grilled with jalapeños, onions, and tomatoes, and somewhere along the…

There’s a moment, right when the server sets down a plate and that first wave of green chili aroma hits you, when you know you’re about to experience something special. The burrito underneath is barely visible, blanketed in a thick, steaming layer of roasted green chili and melted cheese. This is the smothered burrito, and…

There’s a moment every morning at El Chubby’s on South Abilene Street when the line starts forming before the doors even open. Regulars know exactly what they’re here for, the #22 breakfast burrito. It’s not just another item on the menu. It’s become something of a legend in Aurora, Colorado, the kind of meal that…

When you bite into a perfectly smothered burrito or savor the warmth of a handmade tamale, you’re tasting more than just great food, you’re experiencing centuries of culinary tradition. At El Chubby’s, we’ve been serving up authentic Mexican flavors to the Aurora community since 1990, using recipes passed down through generations. But the story of…

When you’ve been serving the same community for over three decades, you learn a thing or two about what keeps people coming back. At El Chubby’s in Aurora, Colorado, we’ve watched families grow up at our tables, seen first-time visitors become regulars, and turned countless skeptics into devoted fans, all since 1990. And while our…

Finding a Mexican restaurant that genuinely welcomes families, where the food is delicious, the atmosphere is relaxed, and kids can actually enjoy their meal, isn’t always easy. But here in Aurora, we’ve been making family dining our specialty since 1990. At El Chubby’s, we understand that feeding a family means balancing everyone’s tastes, from adventurous…

At El Chubby’s, we believe the best meals end on a sweet note. Sure, our carne asada and smothered burritos might steal the spotlight, but we’ve saved something special for last, a dessert menu that’s every bit as satisfying as our savory favorites. Since 1990, our family has been serving up fresh, made-to-order Mexican food…

There’s green chili, and then there’s green chili. If you’ve spent any time in Colorado, you know the difference isn’t subtle, it’s the gap between forgettable and unforgettable. At El Chubby’s Fresh Mexican Grill in Aurora, we’ve been perfecting our signature green chili since 1990, and it’s become the heart of nearly everything we serve.…