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AK's Mercado

3.6 (135 reviews)

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Love the water carafe... hate that there isn't a reusable option to drink out of
Stacy S.

We loved our taco lunch here. There was the yummiest elote corn dish that we shared, and then we each had two different tacos. I loved being able to mix and match. But i couldn't tell you which one was my favorite... that's too hard to decide. On a sustainability note, I'm not sure why alllll the drinks come in plastic when the place has a dishwasher. It's better for the business and the planet to use reusable options. Minus a star for this.

Suzanne Z.

Short rib tacos are the best! Every visit to Walla Walla necessitates a lunch stop at AK Marcados. We prefer to sit outdoors, enjoy the quant town of Walla Walla, and people watch. Price is decent, fast and friendly service. We will be back!

Nachos and short rib taco.
Jesse G.

This place was so delicious! We sat outside in the covered patio area where we got to see people passing by, which was entertaining. And bonus - unlike several of the places we went to in Walla Walla that seem to forget they have outside areas - the service was prompt and friendly and helpful. We both had the slushie of the day which was a mango/tequila/spice mix which was delicious and well balanced - neither too sweet nor too busy. We shared the nachos which had all sorts of awesome things on them, from pickled onions to a really good salsa. I also got the short rib taco which was tender and juicy - but not too juicy for a taco! If I lived here I would be by all the time!

Veggie taco
Chanpen B.

Exquisite authentic atmosphere, it was like being in old Mexico. The food was amazing and creatively unique. The service was excellent. The music was the best in the world. It was as good as it gets, a close second to Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass.

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Mster M.

I really like the energy here. Our server was Kennedy. She was friendly and welcoming. I liked her personality. We were welcomed first by Zack . He gives a good first impression. Jacob was nice and helpful too. Where I'm from young people aren't so friendly . Props to them . The atmosphere here is causal . Food prices are average. My burger was tasty . I'd give it a #8 and my friends beef brisket I'd give it a 7 . I didn't get a chance to try their speciality cocktail cause they were out of it. The have plenty of street parking . Fun fact : The story behind Mercado is , he started at a gas station.

Breaded Fish Tacos and Tinga Tacos with my Margarita.
Thom K.

Service spectacular Bar tender was great and made an awesome shaken margarita. Had Shrimp and Tinga Tacos delish! Disappointing on the shrimp. And my fault for assuming and not reading the description. The Shrimp was breaded. Sorry, authentico? Nope. Shrimp tacos don't have bread in my nook and based on recommendations of others to come here and what I experienced, wish that item would be reconsidered to be made differently. Breaded says Sysco food products all the way in my book. But to each his own. Possibly the "patron market" doesn't have an issue. I'm a snob. So..... Still tank high and recommend the place. Lots of other items I wish to try , and will be back.

Robert H.

The brisket taco is really that good. So was the short rib taco. Two tacos made for an excellent lunch. Great service.

Tacos and queso
Nicole D.

The ambiance, service, drinks, and food presentation were great, the bummer was that the food was a bit bland and could have benefited from a greater amount of salt, pepper and other spices to really make it all come to life. We had the chori-queso which had a confusing mozzarella base (I at first thought it might be a non-dairy base) and some tacos. For my taste the tacos arabes was the best, the suadero brisket taco was very tender but unfortunately a bit bland, the al pastor was ok, and I wished there had been more spice added to the shrimp batter. I'm not writing this place off just yet but look forward to seeing if this was just a one off night.

Phillip P.

We had a wonderful lunch today - the Food & Service by Libby was wonderful. We always enjoy the positive atmosphere and fun decor. I usually get the nachos because they have a delicious flavor explosion but today I was feeling the AK's Burger. It was cooked to perfection and served with fries. Don't sleep on the caramelized onions and do add the cheese! Phillip enjoyed the Saudero Tacos because they are his favorite! and if you find yourself here and see beignets offered, get them! They are only offered at special times and are AMAZING.

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The Voodoo fries are out of this world!! Great atmosphere & friendly wait staff...A must in Walla Walla...

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Great tacos...had the cod, brisket and short ribs. Spicy and tasty! Brisket fries were awesome.

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