Billy’s Inn

This place has a good time waiting every time I visit. The service is friendly and the food is delicious. They always mix my drinks right and the hospitality is wonderful. I like the tequila menu and hey free parking.

I rarely give any business five out of five because it suggests there is absolutely no room for improvement, and that is rarely the case in real life.
That said, the only way Billy’s Inn could improve in our view is if they gave away the food and drink for free.
My wife and I have been in this neighborhood just a little bit longer than Billy’s Inn has operated under their current ownership, and have been going there since they re-​opened.
A first time vistor could be forgiven for thinking the vibe and appearance are Just Another Friendly Neighborhood Tavern unless they notice the place is busy every night of the week, unlike most.
After you’ve had food there a few times, you realize they are something surprising. The food quality is well above average for the prices and for the kind of place you expect it to be. Their bartenders are pretty competent, and while they aren’t trying to be a cocktail bar, they do a good job on drinks I judge very harshly, such as Bloody Marys. Good stuff.
Next up: pie. They have fresh-​baked pies every day, and they are GOOD, too. Fruit pies that are tart and sweet enough without being overly sweet, and crusts that are too good to have been made at altitude.
Service? Stellar! I cannot recall having had anything even slightly amiss in around a decade, great attitude, and the manager (owner?) is _​always_​helping his crew, checking in with regulars he recognizes to see how they’re doing, getting feedback… THIS is how you manage a restaurant.
unusually good house specialties to try:
* the fancy «Boulevard» (I think?) tacos
* jalopenarita (spicy margarita-​like cooler with jalopena juice, 10X better than it sounds)
* the nachos. I know, I know, but they make everything including the cheese sauce in-​house as far as I can tell, it’s piled with good ingredients, house-​made fresh chips, and you can get things like mahi, pulled pork, steak, for toppings — honestly, I’ve had a lot of nachos in a lot of taverns, and most are okay, some are meh, and very few are worth mentioning — these are really oustanding nachos!
* the burgers. Oh holy carp, the burgers. I am not easily impressed by gourmet burgers — every bar has them. Billy’s are better than most. The house maple-​candied bacon probably helps a lot…
As far as we’re concerned, the only recipe they need for continued success is to CHANGE NOTHING.
(okay, fewer or zero TVs would be nicer for my tastes, but I realize they’ve got sports fan customers too, and it’s a universal gripe of mine that many customers don’t share)

I think I might go back and try other things on here this is just based on what I have tried. I honestly liked the free check in taquitos better than the pulled bbq sandwich I had. However I did enjoy my fries– I love sweet potatoes fries!

Billy’s is my new favorite local happy hour bar, they have great drink deals like $ 4 margaritas and $ 3 draft beers and deviled eggs were even vegetarian for only $ 3.50. I always have trouble finding vegetarian deviled eggs in Denver.
I’ve been here a few times now and usually I like to have a few appetizers. Their nachos are delicious, but I must say I’m not a big fan of goopy cheese it reminds me of a crappy version of nachos at a movie theater so I was happy they explained in detail all the nacho ingredients so I could ask them to put the liquid cheese on the side. I’ve been very happy with all my meals here, my boyfriend and I always have a good time here and at first were a little confused about the décor of the place it looks like a cheap-​ish motel from the outside and then when you get inside they have a very nice, homey vibe that you would not expect from the exterior. So check out their food and happy hour if you can, Monday is happy hour ALL day!

So Billy,
Tell me what’s going on? Always recommended Billy’s and live close by so always came in for dinner 2 – 3 times a month. Lately though the food has gotten a bit sub par… the shortage of good restaurant staff in the metro area seems to have hit you hard? Or have Larimer and Assoc. taken your chef for one of there other many locations?
Always loved the half roasted chicken plate but the last 3 or 4 times it has just gotten worse. Dry, lukewarm and waaay too much of the sauce, you trying to cover up something? Did you change the recipe on the chicken tacos with your change of chef? The spices are over powering the rest of the taco.
This is a little gold mine and it was legitimate up till about 6 months ago! Hey Larimer dudes, don’t let Billy’s slip like this, my visits and recommendations are getting less and less!

Great locals place. Decent prices, good beer variety, and tasty food. Service was friendly. Not a bad thing to say!

Yeah, no. Definitely not a favorite. The food was alright, but not too impressed. Our waitress was super friendly though!

I’ve been coming here now for a few months as part of a girlfriends brunch once a month. The staff is always super accommodating attentive and friendly. The food and drinks are good and the prices are very reasonable. I’ve tried several things on the menu so far… breakfast tacos, potato boats, street tacos. I’ve liked everything! From what I can tell the HH is what really makes this place special. I need to come back for that!

The rock lobster tacos are incredible!
The margaritas are strong! However, when I tried to take my boyfriend there once, they wouldn’t serve him alcohol because he didn’t have a horizontal ID. He was over 21, but Pennsylvania only has vertical IDs.

Pretty surprised by this place!
Met with a couple of friends here randomly one cold evening several months back. The place was warm, inviting, and comfortable.
The beers were cheap-​ish, and hit the spot after a long day at work.
The food was tasty, a bit unique, and filling.
The staff was nice, but our server was either new or nervous or both. I’m thinking both. Might not have been a bad idea to have them shadow someone for a shift or two to catch on first.
Will probably be back at some point.

Four of us showed up and were quickly seated. We started off with drinks and the popular nachos. The drinks were on point as they had the right balance of alcohol, too many places are very stingy or water down their drinks these days, not Billy’s.
The nachos were good, stacked high and had plenty of toppings on them, definitely not the best I’ve ever had but very good nonetheless. We also had a bowl of green chili for the table to try a little of that also. The green chili had a little different consistency than I’m used too, the flavor was good but lacked on the pork.
For my main I had the bacon and cheese stuffed burger with sweet potato fries. No complaints here, well cooked, great flavor & did I mention bacon. The sweet potato fries were also very good. Saw that they have brunch on weekends, will have to give that a try.
The staff was very friendly and seemed to handle everything with ease, great job.

The Billy’s Inn staff was probably the friendliest and most welcoming. Barreling in without a reservations with 12+ people and they didn’t even flinch, but instead accommodated us the best way they could — there’s definitely something to say about that.
Though I didn’t indulge their margaritas looked pretty tasty, as well as the guacamole, which I did eat. A lot of it. It was a little bit of a bummer, however, to pay for chips and salsa, but for $ 3 it’s nothing to really complain about. Just something I’ve not encountered before. If anything I would return for the deliciously fresh guacamole.
Landing on the Big Burrito salad for my entrée — I was presented with a ton of flavor and color. An exciting salad indeed with tons of texture and delightful chipotle lime dressing. A salad that robust certainly warrants an entrée price, but was still a cool $ 9! Billy’s Inn is a great spot to take the fam, friends, date, or just to enjoy a marg by yourself on the patio. I enjoyed it thoroughly and will be back!

Pretty tasty! I read about the nachos on line so that was the main reason for our visit to Billy’s. They were pretty good. The steak was tender and I loved the chips. I’m not a fan of cheese sauce on nachos, but it seemed to work on these. I also had a Mole Braised Short Rib taco, Chicken Tinga taco, and Queso a la Plancha taco. My fave was the Queso taco. The cheese crisp was a pleasant surprise. Hubby loved the Baja Crispy Fish taco. The strawberry margaritas were pretty tasty too. It was a little loud, but everyone was helpful and very friendly. I definitely want to try Billy’s Brunch. We’ll be back soon!

Staff is fantastic. Thanx J-​Mar!!!
Best nachos I’ve had in awhile, liquid cheese notwithstanding, pork was a great addition.
Margaritas are good.
There for Happy Hour{all day on Monday} on a Thursday, will return…

This bar has been around for years now and it has been close to my work for as many years as I’ve been here, but I hadn’t visited it until some time after it was renovated years ago. I wouldn’t say that it is my go-​to place, but it is definitely a place I will visit when possible. The atmosphere, food, drinks, and happy hour (and late night) specials are a good reason to visit. I do remember in the not so distance past they had daily specials, but with my latest visit yesterday (06÷18÷15) I didn’t see reference to these specials any longer. Maybe I missed them, or maybe they are no longer available. Those were fun to have, so if they are gone I wouldn’t be opposed to those returning.

We love that this place looks a little divey from the outside because it deters juuuust enough people that we can go there all the time with very little wait. Alas, the rest of Denver really does need to know about this place so here I am being a good citizen and spreading the love.
Their tacos are delicious, the service impeccable, and their coin style margaritas out of this world. My tip — don’t get multiples of the same taco; it’s worth trying lots of different flavors. Crispy baja is hands-​down my number one, but all of the others consistently compete for second.
If you’re really hungry, start your meal with the shrimp. It never disappoints. And if you want to pretend like you’re eating healthy, get the Burrito Bowl «Salad».

I love that this neighborhood bar specializes in Mexican eats and drinks as well as more traditional American stuff. After the birth of Baby N2 Billy’s was the first spot I enjoyed an adult beverage. All throughout my pregnancy I craved margaritas and so I was delighted to find and order the Billy’s Coin margarita with Herradura Blanco, Cointreau, fresh squeezed lime juice and agave nectar. It was everything pregnant Tiffany hoped for.
For food my friend and I decided to go halfsies on some serious appetizers so we split Carne Asada fries, chips/​salsa/​guacamole, wings (whatever), and a torta. Carne Asada fries, people! This is one of my most favorite California guilty pleasures and I’m more than happy to know of a place in Denver where I can get my fix if I need it. In case you haven’t heard of them, this is basically french fries topped with carne asada, nacho cheese, guacamole, sour cream, and pico. It’s the stuff that (my) dreams are made of. And also, the reason I have to take spin classes.
Our service was friendly and the vibe is pretty casual. And while you may think it’s a divier place from the outside, inside it’s relatively well lit and clean. Like Arnold, I’ll be back.

Excellent, occasionally quirky, menu. Everything made from scratch. Fantastic quality, along with attentive and friendly service. This is a neighborhood favorite for a long list of very good reasons.
The nachos are stellar! Homemade chips, from-​scratch cheese sauce, green onions, jalapenos, black beans, guac, sour cream, and pulled pork. Oh god. Too much for just 2 – 3 people, you’ve been warned.
The tacos are bigger than street style and piled with awesome stuff, so the higher price is warranted. The burgers are kickass and you should definitely give the Skippy (peanut butter, mayo, pepperjack and bacon) a chance at least once. Also the tequila selection is amazing and they don’t skimp in their drinks: they use herradura silver in their jalapenorita — yum.
Can’t say enough great things about this place, it is a gem!

Our landlord gave us a Billy’s Inn gift certificate for Christmas and that is how our addiction to this place began. Thanks Stephen!
Ok, so if you enjoy a restaurant with quality food with and a kick ass menu, go to Billy’s. If you enjoy great service and a very hacienda/​inn type interior, then go to Billy’s. If you love really good thick cut, maple bacon then go to Billy’s.
Some of their unique menu items are the Skippy burger which is topped with peanut butter and that thick cut maple bacon. I know, I know, peanut butter on a burger? Trust me. It is delicious. Not in the mood for an awesome burger? Try ordering their boulevard tacos with pork belly or fish. Not in the mood for tacos? Order their chicken tortilla soup which is thick and creamy and comes with a lot of accoutrements including chiles, cheese, tortilla strips, etc. Not in the mood for bar food? Order the half roasted chicken. And, above all the most awesome appetizer is their loaded nachos which they have at a great price during happy hour. They jazz them up with green chile or steak depending on the day.
Another highlight for us is their service. The wait staff is pretty attentive and very knowledgeable about their menu. Most all I have spoken with have tried the various menu items and have their favorite.
I am not a big beer drinker, but my friends tell me the beer selection is decent. I did have a Bloody Mary and I thought it could have been better. That was my only disappointment in the countless times I have visited Billy’s.
Try Billy’s, you won’t be disappointed with their food and friendly staff. It is our neighborhood go-​to spot and I think you will make it yours as well.

I love brunching at Billy’s. Carly B. suggested this place when a bunch of us tried out a new spin studio on the West side of town. A bunch of us Unilocalers went to sweat, then came here to eat! and feast, we did.
That first time, I ordered the huevos boats. Potato skins with cheese, a poached egg, and scallions. Two of these boats rest on top of a bed of black bean purée, and there are two candied bacon strips laid on top of the purée. The only thing that could make this dish better is if they chopped up the bacon and mixed it all in (which I just do myself… but if they did it FOR me, I could start eating as soon as it hit the table).
I’ve also thoroughly enjoyed the burracho bowl. Jack scallion cheese grits at the bottom. Scrambled eggs, bacon, cheese, and chorizo. Topped with a lot of crispy tortilla strips. SO GOOD.
Buyer beware: if you make a substitution (such as, no chorizo but add avocado), you get charged.
During brunch (weekends), $ 4 for a HUGE mimosa (you can sub other juices for the OJ.) $ 3.50 for a tasty bloody mary.
Unilocal pro-​tip: check in for a free delicious chicken taquito. They serve it with some black bean, cole slaw, guac, and a bit of crema fresca.