A beloved South Metro staple is working toward a comeback after an unexpected setback.
Los Dos Potrillos Mexican Restaurant’s Littleton location, situated at 10065 West San Juan Way, was forced to temporarily close following a kitchen fire in early March 2026. All guests and team members were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported. In an April 2 update, the team shared that recovery efforts are actively underway.
“We are incredibly grateful that all guests and team members were safely evacuated and that no one was injured,” the statement reads. “Since that day, our focus has been on assessing the damage, completing necessary repairs, and ensuring the space meets the highest safety standards before reopening. While progress is being made, the Littleton restaurant remains temporarily closed as this work continues.”
Founded in 2002 by husband-and-wife duo Jose and Martha Ramirez, Los Dos Potrillos began as a single Centennial location and has since expanded to six restaurants across the region, including in Denver, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Parker, and Castle Rock. The family-owned concept operates under Ramirez Hospitality Group.
Known for its welcoming, hole-in-the-wall charm, the restaurant serves up a wide range of Mexican breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites—from huevos rancheros and breakfast burritos to carne asada, carnitas, and stuffed sopapillas—alongside plenty of margaritas and Mexican-style lagers.
An official reopening date for the Littleton location has not yet been announced, but the team says the community’s support has not gone unnoticed:
We understand how much this location means to our community, and we truly appreciate the patience, support, and well wishes we’ve recieved. Our team is working dilligently to reopen as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so. We will continue to share updates and look forward to welcoming out guests back soon.
