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    D' La Santa

    4.5 (563 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Steakhouses
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Romantic

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    Amanda L.

    Fast seating. Out door seating option. Room for a larger group. Best beans I have ever tasted. 10/10. Horchata is fresh and lightly sweet. Don't sleep on the basic cheese quesadilla !! THAT PULLLLLLL!!

    Mimosa cart!
    Cierra H.

    Great spot and so glad I found it on my recent Seattle trip. Staff were very friendly and service was quick. We went for brunch so when we sat they almost immediately offered pan dulces y hot chocolate or mimosa from the carts. They really paid attention to detail such as asking how sweet we wanted a mimosa, and offering a choice of garnish. It felt like I had been invited into someone's home how much they personalized and attended to not only us but every table. Everything was delicious and portions were large, I only regret not having more stomach !

    Chile En Nogada - apparently this is authentic and delicious. I wasn't a fan, but this was my first time having it.
    Chelsea R.

    If you're suckered in by the sweet bread and Oaxaca hot chocolate just know that's ONLY a brunch thing (*cries* but also, makes sense). So the above items mentioned brought me in. But I'm glad we were able to experience this place regardless. The main dishes are very authentic, from what I've read in other reviews. My husband and I ended up getting the Chile En Nogada & Cochinita Pibil. I'm a pretty adventurous eater and the Chile En Nogada was, different. Didn't love it, didn't hate it. I think if you've had this before an liked it, then from what I've read, this is authentic and delicious. But as a first timer, I don't think my palate was ready for it. I'll say I'm glad I tried it, but wouldn't order it again. The Cochinita Pibil though was great! We got the Dubai cake for dessert. I wanted this because people have been raving about Dubai chocolate lately, and this was another flop for me. Not my vibe. But did we finish it? Heck yeah. Haha. The ambiance we great, a little loud but still fun. A two top table is a bit too small for the XXL plates you get, so it does feel a bit cramped and awkward once all the food is out. Drinks were STRONG. Which I didn't notice until I stood up. Ha. The spicy margarita was very good!

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    Melissa R.

    Very delicious food! Looked up restaurants for my Seattle trip and came across this place. Great service and very beautiful place! Definitely recommend it to others that are traveling for Seattle. We did have to park a bit far because it's hard to find parking other than that a good place to eat!

    Pan dulce con café de olla. So good!
    Yoli M.

    There's a bit of a wait but the service and the food were really good. Definitely a must when in Seattle! The cafe de olla was really good! The food was yummy as well.

    Huarache with carne asada, highly recommend
    Claire Y.

    This is our usual go to spot for Mexican food. Ordered huarache and birria tacos. Both taste amazing. They do have a small parking lot behind the restaurant or street parking. Highly recommend and would come back again

    Paulina H.

    My husband said "this is one of my favorite restaurants for sure!" And then the next day he said "ahhh I miss this place already..." So yeah this place definitely deserves 5 stars!! We got carne asada and rib eyes steak! And wow the portion was huge for the Carne Asada! The meat marinated so well and so tender! And if you ordered the rib eye, you will definitely get everyone's attention because they brought me the sizzling pan. It's super duper hot so please be careful!! It kept the steak hot the whole meal, but the only part I didn't like is because the pan was too hot, it overcooked the meat at the end. The service was nice, he was really nice and always there to check on us. I really like the tree in the middle in the restaurant!! It's such a vibe!

    Isana A.

    Wow, finally I found authentic Mexican food in Seattle!!! It was very tasty and filling. They offer a bottle of champagne with juices such as mango and passionfruit for brunch. Our server was clearly young and confused about the menu but she did call over for help with a more experienced waiter which I appreciated! Overall the customer service was great and I will be back.

    Pozole and huevos con chorizo
    Gloriana M.

    I'm obsessed with this place and already know I'll be coming back next time I'm in Seattle. Could not recommend enough to anyone going to the city. My boyfriend and I came right when they opened after our drive in from Portland, and there was already a line out the door -- definitely recommend making a reservation if you can. Luckily, the line moved fast and we got seated pretty quickly. The food was incredible. Everything was so flavorful and exceeded my expectations. The handmade tortillas? Unreal. So warm and soft -- you can seriously taste the difference. My boyfriend ordered the pozole (even though it felt a little pricey), but honestly it was worth it. Super rich and comforting, and there was way more meat in there than it looked like at first. One of my favorite parts was the sweet bread cart -- they come around with a tray of fresh pastries and it smelled SO good, I didn't even hesitate. Perfect with a cup of coffee. Such a cool little touch that made the whole experience feel extra special. The vibes inside were cozy and colorful -- it felt like being in a little café in Mexico. Super warm, inviting, and the service was great too. Can't wait to come back need to try the cocktails

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    Shao-Lon Y.

    Everyone who says there's no good Mexican food in Seattle has obviously never tried this place! The food is delicious and the service is super nice. The decor is also beautiful with the tree in the middle of the restaurant, and I love the vibes at brunch when they push around a cart with pastries and mimosas. One dish I loved here was the Chile en Nogada. I feel like finding this dish is a rarity at any Mexican restaurant, so I always order it if I see it. This dish had so many flavors but everything worked together harmoniously. The smokiness of the poblano, the meaty and fruity flavors from the filling, the nutty sweet flavors of the sauce. It sounds a bit weird, but it all works together and you should try it if you haven't. The one downside of this restaurant is that they don't take reservations so come early or be prepared to wait. The wait can be 2-3 hours at peak times, but one good thing is that you can join the waitlist online so definitely do that before going to the restaurant.

    Tacoarte!!
    Max K.

    My wife and I had a great experience here! We came to try the tacoarte we saw on yelp and were not disappointed! It was really tasty and full of different taco options! Our waitress really nice and checked on us often and I loved how small and intimate it felt inside the restaurant. It was pretty busy but we didn't need to wait, we may have just been lucky! Excited to come back and branch out on foods, but the tacoarte was a great place to start!

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    Chris R.

    Went during brunch, so just had appetizers, food was excellent but really wanted dinner items. Will have to go back! Waiter was awesome and informative and had a great conversation with him. Restaurants small and nicely decorated.

    Ciara W.

    DELICIOUS tacos! Oh my goodness. The tacos de birria were so scrumptious. Would totally order that again. The guacamole was yummy but not the most amazing guacamole I have ever had. I was however, obsessed with the tostada chips that came with the guacamole. Also, we sat down and the server immediately brought us a sharing platter of toppings like radish, pico de gallo, onions, and cilantro. This was complimentary for our meal! It was the best toppings for the tacos i ordered. I also highly recommend ordering a margarita or one of their yummy cocktails to pair with your meal! They are so good and refreshing. Definitely a must order on a sunny day! Service was sooo great. Super friendly staff and quick service.

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    8 months ago

    Food was so good, authentic mecican for sure. Had chilaquiles and some mimosas. Would go back!

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    10 months ago

    Excellent service, food, and ambiance. Steak was out of this world and the sides were delicious. Highly recommend.

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    1 year ago

    Great food, one of the few restaurants offering traditional Pozole. but very pricey...pretty good service

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    1 year ago

    Delicious! 6 of us loved all our dishes. Cute ambiance & great service. Can't wait to return

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    Highly recommend to visit the spot very good people. Very good customer service a 10 out of 10. The best Mexican restaurant in Seattle.

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    Ask the Community - D' La Santa

    Is the parking lot behind their building also for D'La Santa customers?

    Yes

    Are they social distancing? What are the safety protocols now (Fall 2021)?

    While social distancing was fine (admittedly as soon as they opened at 5pm) half of their staff were not wearing masks. Left within minutes of seeing that.

    Are they airconditioned?

    Yes, it's nice and cool in there!

    Is the fact that they no longer accept reservations an issue on a Sunday night?

    No, it's not a problem. It is the easiest and fastest way to get a table. Having reservations makes everything slower because customers do not arrive on time and the tables are unoccupied with waiting customers who could use them.

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