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Your neighborhood cantina in Highlands Ranch
Scratch-made food, hand-crafted margaritas, and one of the largest tequila selections in Colorado. Open 7 days a week.
Three house salsas. Green chile every day.
Everything here is made from scratch — fresh green chile simmered daily, three house salsas, chile rellenos that regulars drive across town for.
Come hungry
Our house or yours?
Birthdays, reunions, work parties — we've got room for all of it. We also bring the whole fiesta to you with full catering.
Where Highlands Ranch comes to eat
Casa Caliente is a locally owned Mexican restaurant in Highlands Ranch — fresh green chile every day, an impressive tequila list, and a table that always feels like it was set for you.
What our guests are saying
Visited at dinner time on Wednesday evening, and we were seated right away. They appeared to be understaffed for the amount of business, but it was a brief rush, so we give it a pass. Ordered quesabirria taco plate and a shredded beef chimichanga. Both were very enjoyable, but we preferred the taco
Bronwyn B.
Although the complimentary salsa wasn't to die for, I'll have to say, the Chile Rellenos were! They were probably the best tasting one's I've ever had. We all got a different combination plate and everyone enjoyed them. It was affordable and the service was good. Nice atmosphere as well. My daughte
Matthew L.
My daughter and I visited for valentine's day lunch, the place was not busy, service was prompt and the food was absolutely EXCELLENT. My daughter mentioned it was the best quesadilla she had EVER eaten! Will absolutely be back. We have ordered from here before but never eaten in. We had a great tim
Xhanatos R.
This is a nice neighborhood restaurant. This was the first time back since Covid. The restaurant was pretty full. I noticed a lot of people coming in for pick up orders. There wasn't any wait. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. The food is good and there's plenty of it! You also get
charlene C.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Wings, Tamales, Boneless Wings, Elote, Flautas, Tostadas, Carnitas, Tacos, Margaritas, Burgers, Huevos Rancheros, Birria, Shrimp Cocktail, Enchiladas, Shrimp Fajitas, Grilled Chicken, Taco Salad, Fish Tacos, Onion Rings, Tortas, Carne Asada, Barbacoa, Shrimp, Refried Beans, Quesadillas, Burritos, Churros, Chicken Fingers, Bar Food, Fries, Nachos, Street Tacos, Breakfast Burrito, Soup, Chicken Fajitas, and Guacamole
Where are you located?
We are located in Highlands Ranch, CO at 8800 S Colorado Blvd Unit G
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Highlands Ranch, Centennial, Acres Green, Highlands 460, McArthur Ranch, Littleton, Lone Tree, Greenwood Village, Inverness, Meridian, Heritage Greens, Wolhurst, Blakeland, Fairways at South Suburban, Acequia, Cherry Creek, Surrey Ridge, Cherry Hills Village, Chardonnay, and Highlands Vista Townhomes.
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