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3 Margaritas Thornton

4.3
(3511 reviews)
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Business Details

25791 E Smoky Hill Rd, Aurora, CO 80016, United States, Thornton, CO
80233, United States
(303) 280-0166
https://thornton.3margaritas.com/
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About

Mexican Restaurant
3 Margaritas restaurant is an example of the immigrant dream, which included financial success as well as a chance to go back home and help those left behind. The nine Morales kids, six girls and three boys, slept on mats on the floor of a two bedroom house at their small ranch. After school they worked in the fields. Today all of them own at least one restaurant. After crossing the border Nicolas Morales ended up in Seattle where his brother Manuel lived. The Morales brothers saved all they could knowing they wanted to open their own restaurant. They knew they were now in a new country, and they decided they’d better adapt if they wanted to make it. So Nicolas learned how to cook. They invested all of their savings in their first restaurant, Las Margaritas, a six-table place in Seattle. For six months they couldn’t even pay the rent and had to ask friends to loan them money. Their luck changed when a food critic from Seattle Times paid them a visit and published a review that called Las Margaritas the best Mexican restaurant in the state. The next day, Morales said the food sold out in an hour and they had to close at 7 pm. Nicolas Morales and his brother, Manuel Morales, had 15 restaurants in Washington state before selling them to former employees and starting a new chain in Colorado, 3 Margaritas, with his brother Gustavo Morales. Now Manuel, Nicolas and Gustavo Morales own 13 restaurants here, some as partnerships with their employees under the new name ‘MARGARITAS’. After living in the United States for 27 years and developing two chains of Mexican restaurants, Nicolas Morales is now a mayor in his hometown Cuautla, in the state of Jalisco, Mexico. His agenda is ambitious: to change the very conditions —lack of jobs, education and opportunity— that made him cross the border to the United States when he was 17.

Location

3 Margaritas Thornton
25791 E Smoky Hill Rd, Aurora, CO 80016, United States, Thornton, CO
80233, United States

Hours

Monday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Reviews

4.3
3,511 reviews
5 stars
2,247
4 stars
566
3 stars
298
2 stars
134
1 star
266
  • YJ
    yulissa jimenez
    1 day ago
    5.0
    servicio fue muy rápido, el mesero fue muy amable, cómida estaba muy deliciosa! service was fast, waiter was very friendly, food was delicious!!
  • LC
    Len C
    Apr 22, 2026
    5.0
    Food is delicious, and always comes out hot! My family and I love to come here, especially during their lunch. They have really good prices. Javier took care of us this time and he was great! 👍🏻
  • LA
    Lifeee Of Ashhh
    Apr 18, 2026
    5.0
    I had such a great experience here! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and inviting. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was just right without being overbearing. The food was honestly the highlight—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish we ordered came out perfectly cooked and full of taste. You can really tell they care about quality and detail. What stood out most was the consistency—great service, great food, and a comfortable environment all in one place. Whether you’re going for a casual meal or something a little more special, this spot definitely delivers. I’ll absolutely be coming back and recommending it to friends and family!
  • KH
    Kari Heuerman
    Apr 15, 2026
    2.0
    I love the ceviche here. But tonight someone in the kitchen needs to dial back the salt. The ceviche is so salty I basically wasted my money because I can’t eat it. I also ordered a side of beans- also so salty it’s not edible. Very disappointed because I basically wasted my money tonight.
  • CS
    Cody Segraves
    Apr 5, 2026
    2.0
    It took forever to order drinks, receive drinks and water, to order food, and receive food. We had to remind our waiter to bring us chips. He forgot a beer on our 2nd round, and never showed again until he brought the check, so we couldn't even ask for another. The music is extremely loud. It's hard to have a conversation with people at your same table, let alone your waiter. The salsa was great. The entrees were ok. For as long as they took to arrive, they should have been better
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Frequently Asked Questions About 3 Margaritas Thornton

Where is 3 Margaritas Thornton located?

3 Margaritas Thornton is located at 25791 E Smoky Hill Rd, Aurora, CO 80016, United States.

What are the operating hours of 3 Margaritas Thornton?

3 Margaritas Thornton is open every day from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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