FINALLY! It's taken over a year and a half, but we've finally found an authentic Mexican restaurant in the Seattle area. The food was legit, although my tamale was a bit oversauced, but the flavor was excellent. I was leery of the idea of coleslaw, but it actually worked, being in a vinegar rather than a cream sauce. My husband had beef fajitas which he loved. The plate came out steaming hot and didn't cool down for quite awhile. Prices were reasonable and portions were very generous - my plate came from the small plates section of the menu and I still had plenty to take home. Last but most definitely not least, gotta show love for the desserts. I don't normally order dessert out, but the Mexican chocolate burnt cream was too tantalizing a concept to pass up. So worth it! My husband inhaled an order of flan, so I guess he enjoyed it (I did manage to snatch a bite and it was tasty). Overall an awesome find and a place we will definitely return to!
We have been eating at this restaurant for over 20 years. It never disappoints in service, or food presentation. Check out my pictures from last night. We had a birthday party there with 20 people, and they took very good care of everyone. Make reservations if you have more than 6 guests.
The guy next to us arrived with a motorcycle helmet, when I mentioned that he must be cold he said that he had come in to get warmed up. Now I understand! Luisa will wrap her virtual arms around you and yes, you'll feel the heat.
Maybe its my hunger, maybe its the fabulous food...I feel good, you will too.
Nice old school vibe, friendly staff, affordable food, and clean place. Great vegetarian options that are nice "normal" ingredients - beans, cheese, rice, etc., instead of getting all sorts of squash and zucchini and things that other more trendy Mexican restaurants tend to put in their veggie items (sometimes simpler is better). The restaurant has an old vibe (since it IS old) but that helps add to the charm. The portion sizes are HUGE, almost everyone at the other tables we observed definitely got doggie bags to take home the extras. Free chips and salsa and free refills on fountain drinks. The food was good, but not great - nice ingredients but in my opinion could've used a little more spices and extra flavors. Will certainly be going back when hungry for some good solid Mexican food at a good price.
Best Mexican food in the area. Food tasted super fresh and flavorful! Service was friendly and fast. Definitely I’ll recommend this places and going back every time I feel like eating authentic Mexican food! Pictures of the dishes: Burrito Loco and Gorditas
So delicious!!! I had the tortilla soup and my boyfriend had the fajitas and we had no complaints :) the margarita was delicious, they even made me special meat free cheese dip 🤗
My family has been going to this restaurant for almost 30 years, and it's always been fantastic. They've pivoted to takeout only during the pandemic, so I miss getting the homemade tortillas and salsa from their little kiosk in the lobby, but the food is still delicious even after the trip back in my car. My top picks here are the carne asada (they used to use a skirt steak, but switched to ribeye during the pandemic - still delicious, but more luxurious!), chalupas, and their chicken en mole. Their guacamole and homemade salsas are also super fresh and flavorful. I always have leftovers because the portions are so generous, and any leftover salsa is amazing on eggs the next day. Great value, delicious food, and friendly service have kept us coming back all these years.
Pleasantly surprised!
Good was excellent. We had Sizzling Fajita and carne asada. Everything was excellent.
Great meat, great beans, great rice. 0 complaints.
The server was great and the good arrived fast and sizzling hot!
Will go again!
Good Mexican foods... Not much surprise... Their cheese dip tastes good
The food was authentic and the service was good. I enjoy how they serve tortillas on the way in. The fountain is pretty and fun to make wishes upon. I really like the food and the tables were comfortable. All in all, this is one of my favorite restaurants and I love coming here, I hope others feel the same.
We've been going here for years. The staff if always friendly and the food is consistently good. The fresh corn tortillas at dinner time are a nice start.
My favorite is the pork catnitas, which is only served on Friday and Saturday evenings. They only make so much of it reach night so if you get there too late it will already be sold out. If we're going to be there on one of those nights I try to be sure we get there early enough.
I take back my previous review. Not only is staff charming and attentive, they have authentic corn tortillas that melt in your mouth. If you go for dinner, ask the beautiful senorita hand making them in the lobby for a taste. She puts this incredible (spicy) salsa in it. Ask for a side of it to dip your chips. Muy bueno! They serve scratch margaritas and the sauces are delectable. They only have pork carnitas for Friday and Saturday dinner but I'll forgive them. Yummy, family friendly, neighborhood restaurant!
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