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Renowned Tex-Mex hot spot opens new location in Castle Rock
By Chris Michlewicz; courtesy photos
Douglas County ne-dining connoisseurs who haven’t had a chance to try the food at La Loma, a Tex-Mex mainstay in Denver for 40 years, are discovering what all the buzz is about.
La Loma opened a new location at 6361 Promenade Parkway in Castle Rock in November, and co- owner Mark Brinkerho said the support from the community has been “remarkable.” There’s a good reason for that.
“ We’re glad to be able to share our food and the experience with everybody down south.”
– Mark Brinkerho
The restaurant was built upon the authentic, tried-and-true recipes created by Savina Mendoza, the matriarch of a family that was a partner in the original location in Denver. The menu showcases the avors of the Southwest, featuring award-winning dishes like acclaimed green chili, avorful fajitas, signature margaritas cra ed with barrel-aged tequila, and fresh tortillas made in view of the dining room. La Loma
is currently o ering patio seating, takeout orders, curbside pick-up and delivery.
Savina Mendoza created many of the original recipes featured at La Loma.
Brinkerho , whose family-run Brinkerho Hospitality also owns and operates Sierra in Lone Tree, says La Loma has high expectations when sourcing food products. Everything is made from scratch – not at the start of each day, but at the start of each shi to ensure the freshest quality.
The mouth-watering Tex-Mex goes well with the spectacular views at the Castle Rock location. Brinkerho said he’s delighted by how many people have stopped by in the rst weeks, including those willing to brave 20-degree temperatures to enjoy a margarita on the patio.