Food was great! Service was ok, they are definitely not child friendly. But fun for a date night

Service at asadero is always great! And the atmosphere and vibes can be intimate, while also a bit nicer casual too. The steaks are great - tasty, good presentation, and love the tortillas and sides that accompany it. The Vacio steak was great for two people. We also got the bone marrow but it didn't feel worth it. Not much and unless you like the texture or marrow, it didnt feel worth $22+. Seasonal veggies were carrots or broccolini and those were delicious. read more

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You never go wrong with Asadero, I was just in the mood for steak and when your in the mood this is the only place to come to, I've tried other places but the quality and the price is here and no where else. Fight me. Star of the show is always the Vacio but we also ordered burgers for the girls and they loved what they got. We did come in during lunch and they have a great lunch set menu so we also got a few extra sides with out meals   Though I do miss the statue of the lady with the flowers I love the Asadero ambiance and the service ads a nice touch with the flavored waters, where you can select what you want to add to yours. Always a personal and a family fav read more

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This was probably our 7th or 8th visit to Asadero, and somehow it just keeps getting better. We've never had a bad meal here. We started with the bone marrow and the queso fundido. The bone marrow is an absolute must order every time. Rich, buttery, and packed with flavor, especially spread on the warm toast. I enjoyed the queso too, but if I had to choose one appetizer, the bone marrow wins every time. For dinner we shared the Zabuton and the Potato Josephine. We always order the steak rare because it finishes cooking on the hot stone, and by the time we're done slicing it, it's a perfect medium rare. The quality of the beef is outstanding, and the Potato Josephine was the perfect side to go with it. I also had the spicy Mezcalita, which paired perfectly with the meal. Smoky, spicy, refreshing, it was exactly what I wanted with a rich steak dinner. What keeps us coming back isn't just the food. The steaks are consistently top-notch, the service is always attentive without being overbearing, and the restaurant has a comfortable, upscale atmosphere that still feels welcoming. If friends or family are visiting Seattle and want a steak dinner that's a little different from your typical steakhouse, Asadero is one of the first places I'd recommend. It's become one of our favorite restaurants, and it has never let us down. read more

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If you're willing to shell out big bucks, then this place is a treat. Everything is kind of overpriced, but it's a nice vibe and great service, and most of the food are great. Having been here several times, I would highly recommend getting the sizzling steak if you do get steak. The one on the regular plate is just not worth the price and honestly, can get elsewhere for much better. The baked potatoes are just meh in my opinion, but I do like the queso fundido a lot. Appreciated that it's softer than typical. Although I'm not a huge fan of the bone marrow, it's also a huge crowd pleaser. Overall, I enjoy this place for what it is despite high prices. read more

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Asadero was such a fun place to celebrate our one year anniversary! The steak was delicious, and I loved being able to cook it right at the table on the hot plate, it made the meal feel interactive and unique. The prices were surprisingly reasonable, the atmosphere was amazing, and our server had the most amazing energy and was fantastic. Overall, it was such a fun experience with great food, great vibes, and wonderful service. Definitely a place I'd recommend! read more

Asadero Ballard - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I've only been to maybe one or two dozen restaurants in Seattle in my life, but this is, hands down, the best one I've been to. We started out with a fundido with cheese and it was just so filling and appetizing. It came with cheese and chorizo and we were able to get toasted tortillas to place the cheese and chorizo in that went so well together. Plus, we also were given a lot of hot tortillas to use to finish off the rest. With the salsas that it came with, this was a great appetizer to start the night out with. After that, we got our baked potato with every single topping you can think of, including Wagyu carne asada. This dish is big enough to be a meal for one on its own and aside from a twice baked potato, this is probably the best type of baked potato you can get, considering how all the toppings go together. We also got a corn and pepper dish that tasted pretty good, but the star of the night was the porterhouse. For $99, the 38 or so ounce steak was the highlight of the night. It came with a chimmichuri and a salsa side and tortillas, plus the meat was cooked so perfectly. It had the right amount of fat on it and was just a really well cooked piece of quality meat. That porterhouse really ended the night and made it all worthwhile. The service here is super attentive. The ambiance is nice and seems like a great place to celebrate any type of event. Plus the food is spectacular. Will definitely come back and maybe next time try the a5 wagyu to see how that holds up. Definitely a quality place to eat with very reasonable prices. read more

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This is the perfect spot in Ballard for a date night. I got a wagyu steak served on a hot stone and it was one of the best steaks of my life. The chimichurri sauce paired perfectly. If you get steak served on a hot plate, I recommend you go on the rarer side as the steak will cook on the stone. I got medium rare and I normally would get medium at a steakhouse. We sat at the bar and the service was wonderful. I can't wait to come back! read more

Asadero Ballard - Vacio, American Wagyo served on a hot stone - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Overall great steakhouse find in Ballard. We arrived on a Monday evening with a reservation and service was very accommodating and felt well taken care of for a party of 4. We tried to get a spread of options from the queso, bone marrow, and el zabuton. While the steak and appetizers were quite pricey they were good quality, the steak especially being a unique dining experience through the hot stone cooking the steak on delivery. As someone who typically orders a steak medium rare, we actually opted to order the steak rare so that we could continue cooking the steak after arrival and found this strategy worked quite well. The side sauces complemented the entrees quite nicely and our only complaint was wishing for more of everything (side tortillas and salsa). Good steakhouse experience and would come back in the area with any steak lover that comes to town for a special occasion. read more

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Overall I liked this place and the service here is really great! They even offer a tray of fruits when you sit so you can put fruits in your water and all the service we had was so nice and friendly and helpful. For me the food was pretty good, I just thought it was a little pricey and I wasn't sure if it was worth for me. The steak experience is so fun to cook it how you want and for the meat to always be warm when you eat it. I thought the cheese was cool but it got hard pretty fast for us. Bone marrow was good but there's only a little bit. And I just thought the baked potato was just alright. Overall I just thought the meal was a little heavy for me and that most of the menu items lean heavy, great place but just not my personal taste. read more

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Haven't been to asadero in prob 10 years! But yoooo the experience was still the same.. a bangah! Went w a group of 5 We ordered their queso, baked potato, two variations of tacos, a ribeye, an Aussie + a Japanese cut. It was honestly the perfect amount of food for us and ooo the quality! Although the Aussie + Japanese cuts were def the most pricey, we all thought the ribeye was perhaps our favorite thing on the table. The way the meats are presented, it allows you to cook it to your liking, which is super dope esp if yall all have different preferences. We all got 1-2 drinks each. At the very end, our server gave us each some complimentary peppermint tea. The total ended up being ~530 before tip. Go chance em! read more

Asadero Ballard - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

For years, I'd heard Asadero was one of the best steakhouses in Seattle. My partner loves steak, so we were quite excited to finally give it a visit. We were seated at a small table right behind the cool Catrina statue at the front entrance. I had made reservations, but it didn't seem necessary as it was lunchtime and there were a good amount of empty tables. The table we sat at had a worn out/peeled center... which I later realized was probably from the heat of the stone for the steak. We ordered the lunch special with Vacio steak, and Tacos del Patron. I forgot to take a photo of the menu, but it said that the lunch special comes with your choice of soup, salad, and side... and a steak split into two. I didn't realize until after ordering that the server did not inform us of the options for soup or salad, so we received whatever they chose for us I guess. We did choose the cauliflower as our side. The price for the lunch special is about $10 more than the Vacio steak order alone. I thought it was a nice deal. Soup and salad were alright. Cauliflower was big and flavorful on the charred outside, but the center was undercooked, bland, and unpleasant. There was a sauce provided on the side that kind of helped. Even with it being split in two, they gave us plenty of steak. The knives provided weren't the best to cut it up, but they did the job. Cooking the steak to our own liking on the hot stone was pretty fun. I'd say the steak was good, but not sure if I could tell the difference in flavor between this and ones from other steakhouses. But again, it was delicious and I was able to finish my piece. I honestly didn't need the salsas/ toppings provided on the side, but they tasted good and were nice to have. The tacos were delicious, with wonderfully tender meat and well-seasoned toppings. Service was ok, but I expected more engagement from such a pricy place. I think for people who really like steak, Asadero is a place to check out at least once for a unique dining experience in Ballard. read more

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This was the best steak I've ever had--juicy, perfectly seasoned, and paired with the salsa, every bite was perfection. The lengua was also amazing; it had none of that "weird" taste people sometimes expect and literally melted in my mouth. The service was exceptional. We sat at the bar and our bartender was both bartending and serving, yet still stayed incredibly attentive even though it was busy. The ambiance was great too--super relaxed with darker, cozy vibes. It does get very busy though, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. read more

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First timer at this location a couple of weeks ago. The best potato asada I've had. The guacamole was also well made. The service was friendly and they accommodated well to my adult friend and her baby. Ambience was loud but it was a weekend so that was fine. Will return! read more

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We had a terrific meal at Asadero yesterday. Our server,Alfredo, was very informative and made excellent recommendations. I had their house. Margarita and the Vacio that he suggested----they were fabulous! The steak is the star of the show! We also had guacamole, queso fundido and the Carne Asada tacos. We were so stuffed we couldn't order dessert, but perhaps next time. The restaurant is very clean and has a nice modern decor. We will definitely be back sooner than later! read more

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Sam was amazing! Super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. He checked in at the perfect times and had such a great attitude. Definitely one of the best servers we've had thank you, Sam! Food amazing as always. Will be back every single time I'm back in town. read more

Asadero Ballard - El Zabuton - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Would give 6 stars if I could! Everything was top notch, from the hostess to the bartender and servers, to the food and drinks. We sat at the bar and our bartender was incredibly knowledgeable and answered all our many questions about the steak options and wine varietals. Love that you can cook your own steak as an option! They refresh the hot plate when it gets cool, service was all around very attentive. We had the A5 Japanese ribeye and Australian waygu and preferred the latter because the Japanese cut was very very thin. Recommend wearing clothes you can easily wash because of all the juices splattering as it's heated on the hot plates. read more

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We had an incredible time at Asadero. It's a very unique steakhouse experience that differs from the typical fancy shmancy while still serving incredible steaks. The service from Pedro was incredible and we really enjoyed the chill atmosphere. Rib eye was tender and cooked to perfection, steak tacos are a must and you can't go wrong with a loaded potato the size of a football! read more

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We came here for a Sunday night birthday dinner with reservations and, to be fair, that part went smoothly. It was busy but we were seated right away, which I appreciated. First thing you notice when you walk in? The place smells amazing. Like straight grilled steak heaven. That said... I also noticed later that my coat and clothes smelled like I had been standing over the grill myself. Not the end of the world, but definitely a thing. I ordered the guava hibiscus sour and for a $20 cocktail, I was honestly a little confused. The menu talked up foam and a smoke bubble situation, but when it came out, there was no foam and the glass was definitely not full. I asked about it, and the explanation was basically that the foam is just for texture (then why list it?). She did bring out some smoke afterward, but it didn't really change anything. Just felt... underwhelming for the price. For dinner, I had the prime rib tacos. On looks alone, I was worried -- the steak was kind of grey and not super appetizing. Thankfully, it tasted better than it looked, so that was a win. The rice dish the waitress recommended was fine, but nothing memorable. Not bad, just not something I'd crave later. We ended with the flan dessert trio, and that was probably the most solid part of the meal. Pretty good, no complaints there. The service itself was good -- our waitress was attentive and checked in at the right times. The vibe is very moody, dark, trendy mexican steakhouse energy. It feels like a place that wants to be special-occasion dining. Overall, by the time the bill came for the whole table, I just expected a bit more consistency and a little more "wow" for the price point. It wasn't bad by any means, but for what we spent, I'm not sure it fully delivered. read more

Asadero Ballard - Prime rib tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The restaurant offers a pretty chill vibe. It gets busy and the food is excellent so a reservation is recommended. I completely forgot to take photos because I was starving and was looking forward to dinner. Our wonderful meal consisted of: 2 Australian wagyu ribeyes, TUETANOS - bone marrow with crostini, PAPA JOSPER - baked potato with delicious toppings, and RAJITAS POBLANAS - Fire roasted poblanos with corn and cream sauce. Then flan and peppermint tea. We loved everything. Our fabulous server was Damian, but everyone on their team was friendly and attentive. Damian checked on us frequently to ensure our experience was great. read more

Asadero Ballard - Flan trio - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Immediately upon being seated we were greeted with a platter of fresh fruit, cucumber and mint to add to our water glasses. SUCH an incredible and unique touch/experience. The table also has two glass bottles of water for refilling as needed which I always appreciate. We started with the Bone Marrow and Queso Fundido and both were delicious. 10/10, no notes. I typically don't like Queso Fundido because it gets so greasy and the cheese hardens fast but this was flavorful, spreadable and the chorizo was a nice compliment not the main event. The Bone Marrow was exactly what you'd expect! So yummy. For our mains we got the Buenos Aires Torta (actually the reason we came to try Asadero) and the shrimp tacos. The bread for the Torta was flavorful and perfectly toasted. The steak was delicious and the chimichurri was so good I just wish there was more! My husband got the tacos and he said they were also very good! After we finished eating we were offered peppermint tea (complimentary) which was another really unexpected and unique touch/experience! The service from everyone was great. Very friendly. Quick service. The establishment was clean and so cozy but also upscale in a very chill way. Bathrooms were clean and smelled good with cute decor. It's not a huge place but I think that's what allows for such an attentive experience. From start to finish we really enjoyed ourselves and will absolutely be back with friends or family! read more

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Mexican fusion steakhouse in North Downtown Seattle! It's located nearby Ballard street that is extremely busy, so parking is tough. However, plenty of stores and restaurants to explore. The restaurant interior is moody with lots of darker tones of red and wood, ideal for a date night or more intimate with friends. I split an appetizer of the guac and chips and enjoyed the assortments of salsas that came with it and the few pieces of sourdough bread, I thought that was fun! I ordered the Ribeye medium-rare and thought the flavor was yummy, it also came with a chimichurri sauce and a salsa. I couldn't tell under the dim lighting, but I think my steak came out more rare (which I did not mind) however, it was such a thick cut, it became a bid tedious to chew -- it did not quite melt in my mouth which was disappointing. Service was also friendly and attentive, he came by a few times to make sure we were doing OK and if we needed water re-fills. read more

Asadero Ballard - Ribeye - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We come here each time we come to Seattle. The food is amazing, friendly staff. It's a great experience and you leave ready for a nap.

Great place for dinner, moody lighting and an authentic vibe. I had the wagyu tacos, so simple yet so good. The fish tacos were good, a little bit of a kick. read more

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Was visiting from out of town and came here based on a recommendation. Had reservations so getting seated wasn't a problem. But the first problem came when we checked in. The hostess informed us that because of some POS system issue they couldn't take VISA cards, which is all that I had. When asked what other options there were, she said "you can buy a gift card on our website and then pay with that, or go find an ATM." I don''t know why but that kinda rubbed me the wrong way. We ordered a couple of cocktails, a queso fundido appetizer and then for mains we had steak tacos and the "El Zabuton" (an American Wagyu steak). I'm from the Southwest and this was the saddest queso fundido I've had. It supposedly had chorizo in it but you couldn't tell. It tasted just like melted mozzerella cheese. The steak tacos were unmemorable. The "gimmick" here is that the steaks come out on super hot cast iron pans, so that you can "cook them to your preferred doneness" which is stupid to me because when you order your steak they ask you how you want it cooked. I'd prefer them just cook my steak correctly for me rather than me have to do it myself. Basically it means you get a very underdone steak and have to finish cooking it yourself. This might be okay except you're paying premium steakhouse prices to cook your own food. Speaking of prices, a pretty standard baked potato was something like $25 on its own. Finally when the bill came, I had to go through this awkward process of seeing how much the tab was, then buying a gift card for the amount on my phone, and then paying with TWO separate gift cards because the highest denomination they offer didn't cover the whole bill. Also, since I wasn't sure how to tip with a gift card, we awkwardly had to ask our waitress if she had Venmo so we could leave her at tip. It was technically against the rules per the waitress but we insisted because I didn't want to stiff her on a tip because of an issue that wasn't her fault. Save your money and go elsewhere. read more

This is by far one of the most creative steak houses I have been to, plus having A5 wagu. That was totally worth the price. It is totally worth every penny. The meat comes on a sizzling heat plate, (see video) then you take it off and cut piece by piece to Cook the slice of what you will eat. This steak was amazing. If you haven't had Japanese wagu before this is a must. It is nothing like Australian. We also had the baked potato, 10/10. The crème they use is delicious. The only thing that was not good at all was the cheesecake, it wasn't sweet, hard as a rock and flavorless. The ambiance was amazing service was nice. Must try! read more

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Great food, me and the girl shared a ribeye and 3-4 sides, her drinks were awesome and food was great. It's a place you could make it expensive or get out of there for a normal night out. Small intimate setting great for dates. read more

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This is a must stop when visiting our Seattle friends. Be prepared to spend and eat! Expensive? Sure. Great service? The best. Amazing food? Everytime An assorted fruit tray to flavor your water. What?? Go here, bring friends, spend money, enjoy life. read more

Unfortunately, one star less because we had to use a QR code and read the tiny screen on my phone. If there was an actual physical menu, then they would get five stars. This Asadero was not smoky and it was a great experience. The steaks were fresh and so juicy and good. Our server, Pedro was extra cool and smiley and made the experience perfect for our anniversary. Very friendly and helpful. It was a bit small inside, but it was a nice atmosphere. The chairs and seats were all hard, so not extremely comfortable. We even received a treat because it was our anniversary. Great experience and I don't say this often, but it was worth the money. Definitely worth a visit for a special evening or meeting with friends or coworkers. read more

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Nice establishment in North Downtown Seattle. I flew in and needed a hearty meal to get me going. Great location, excellent service, and pretty decent food. Decor-dark wood and large windows throughout the restaurant. Service-5/5 stars, this is why I gave this place 4 stars. I wasn't crazy about my entree and the waitress did everything she could to make it right. Well done. Food-3/5 stars. I was expecting a bit more from the food. The bone marrow was good and had a good fatty flavor. The two taco plate was good. The steak was wonderful, the meat was tender and loaded with meat. I did not like the chorizo. It was bland and just missed the mark. I mentioned that to the waitress and she was so apologetic and was trying to make me happy. She offered me more steak meat and eventually gave me half off the entree, which I didn't ask for. Wonderful service. read more

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Every time I come home I long for Asadero. Not many if any steak houses besides Asadero that I make a must eat. The Zabuton is still as good as I remember. Flavorful, tender with a good amount of fat but not too much. Plated on a hot stone with salt and a cutting board on the side for the Zabuton so you can decide how well you'd like it done. I love my steaks on the rarer side as pictured. Carne Asada for those who love tacos. The salsa plate is always great. Bone Marrow is a must. Service is always friendly and very educational, the new choice of fruit/cucumber in the water is a great choice. Same cozy environment to enjoy one of the best steaks Seattle has to offer. read more

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spent $450 after tips here for two people and do not regret it at all. it's a treat and and the perfect birthday gift. the restaurant is small but cozy, the seating is a little too close for my comfort but it wasn't an issue. the food was SO GOOD, i definitely recommend splurging for the wagyu read more

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Omg!!! I'm picky. Those that know me and even those that love me, would be shocked to hear me announce I was in heaven while eating my Filet Mignon Flight! It was perfectly cooked, service was good, and you get a hot stone and 3 sauces to go with? It was too good to even risk letting any of the filets get cold so I focused on them and barely touched the sides to work on the amazing Japanese and Australian beef in front of me! We were only in Seattle for a few days before our Alaskan cruise, and one day after, and I convinced the hubby to come back after our cruise, for that one last day! Literally can't say enough good things, it's small and the vibe is right, and it's not cheap but oh it's worth every single penny! Great spot!!! Phenomenal. Like. I would use my skymiles to fly across the country just to come back here!!! My favorite wings are in Oakdale, Minnesota (D Spot) and my favorite steak in the US is HERE!!!!! And if you're here in Seattle on a weekend, GO get the ube pancakes at Ludi's! Foodie heaven over here! read more

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This has become our go to spot when we travel to Seattle for business or pleasure. The food are amazing. Ever since trying their TACOS DEL PATRON these has become our go to tacos...I'm Mexican and I know what amazing tacos are and these are hands down one of my best tacos outside of Mexico. They have become my favorite tacos here in the USA! When ever I hear Seattle trip, these comes to mind to mind first and I immediately make reservations! read more

A coworker recommended this spot and it ended up being one of our favorite meals of the trip. We went at night, so the area outside felt pretty quiet, but inside the restaurant had a warm, cozy vibe. I was so excited to see bone marrow on the menu -- ordering that (and the Papa Loca) was a no-brainer. Both were fantastic. Our main dishes were just as amazing, and we loved all the different sauces they brought out on the side. Highly recommend if you're in the area. read more

Asadero Ballard - Papa Loca - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The food is a great fusion of Mexican and steakhouse, with a modern twist. Drinks were fantastic and you can tell they make their juices fresh for the mixers. Steak was cooked to perfection and the wait staff was attentive. We enjoyed the interior but unfortunately were stuck in a spot where it was very tight for people to get behind my chair to access other tables to my left. Made me a bit uncomfortable while trying to eat. Overall a great date night treat, but be prepared to spend a little extra. read more

Asadero Ballard - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Anniversary and birthdays, so close to home and absolutely divine food. My son chooses the wagyu burger and it melts, it is that good. We love that they serve their steak pieces in hot stone with coarse salt and , OMG it is amazing. We have visited a few steakhouses in PNW but this is an absolute must. Oh make reservations, it is always bustling with people. read more

Best steak I ever had. Totally loved the complimentary cutting board with fruit slices for water and after dinner peppermint tea. So impressive ... 3 of us exclaimed we Must come back.... But it in the return again list! Thank you! Excellent but not stuff service. A bit noisy. read more

I love the quality of food I get here and also the service is always on point. I love the location with the dim lighting and great decor that embodies the culture of Mexico. I highly recommend all the food. I think I've gone enough times that I've tried everything once. FYI: make a reservation read more

Writing this review for specifically our server Emily! She was amazing! I loved that she didn't try to sell us on things just to make our bill higher, she was honestly and said 3 potatoes would be too much for our group which we really appreciated the honestly. When the food came out it was pretty crowded with the hot stones and just all of us at the table so she helped us maneuver some of the stones to the middle and take away the extra. I just thought that was SO thoughtful and that was just above and beyond service. We love her and her energy! As for the food, we have been so many times and it is always so delicious. Get the Zabuton and you will not be disappointed! read more

Asadero Ballard - Papa josper (Insta: @badtothebite) - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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