Went to Carmelo's Tacos on a hungry whim and ended up being so pleasantly surprised. The tortillas…read moreare freshly made and absolutely delicious and you can immediately taste the difference. They accidentally messed up part of our taco order, but the staff was incredibly kind about it. Not only did they quickly fix it, they also gave us an extra taco for free as an apology Totally unnecessary but very appreciated and such a nice gesture. Everything we ordered was delicious. The pollo burrito was flavorful and satisfying, the carne asada tacos were tender and packed with flavor, and the quesadilla had the perfect meat-to-cheese ratio. Yum!! I wish I lived in Seattle for many reasons but late night Carmelo runs is on that list.

We went on a Friday evening and ordered right before the crowd hit. It got a little crazy with the…read moreline to the door, but they got orders out in a timely manner. We could tell it was going to be good with how busy they were! We were able to snag some tables to sit at inside. The food was so delicious. Quesabirria was on point. The burritos were filled with good stuff. The crispy shrimp taco special was awesome. We can definitely see why they are so popular!

Tried TJ's for the first time today and it did not disappoint at all! We ordered asada, adobada,…read moreand chorizo tacos as well as the asada + adobada fries, everything was SO good. The adobada was our favorite meat option but the asada and chorizo were also delicious. The taste was reminiscent of what I used to get back when I lived in LA. They do not skimp on the portions and food came out quickly after ordering via toast. We chat with them briefly, they were so nice and we found out they've been open since December 2024. Highly recommend to try them out, TJ's has become our new favorite local taco spot!

I was seriously craving tacos around 11 PM, so my boyfriend and I headed to Capitol Hill. Usually,…read morewe go to Taco Chukis or Carmelo's, but they were closed. Luckily, TJ's street tacos at Captain Blacks were open until 12:30 AM on weekends and 11:30 PM on weekdays. They're inside Captain Blacks, which is great for grabbing drinks and tacos, plus they have a nice patio area with a little view of the city. Parking in Capitol Hill is usually a pain, but we found free two-hour spots right nearby. As for the tacos, you can pick three from Asada, Adobada, Chicken, or Chorizo for $11.50. Their salsa and guacamole are really good! I've tried everything except the chorizo (it was sold out both times). My favorite is definitely the Adobada taco--it's packed with flavor. Oh, and their onion rings are perfect with drinks. I would recommend ordering on the toast app using their QR code because there is usually only one person working! I've got my eye on their carne asada fries and a few other items from the menu next time. TJ's street tacos is hands down one of the best street taco spots I've tried in Seattle--definitely worth checking out!

Delicious new taco spot serving prime grade tacos and other great food. The prime meat is so…read moretender and flavorful, add the cheese and salsa and it's a perfect taco. The Al pastor was charred and sweet and savory. Loved the salsa bar that had many different salsas, onions, guacamole, and much more. Miguel in the front is the best! He is super nice to everyone, explains the menu, and very helpful.

Saw this spot talked about online and made a date with our friends to try it out. I had the cabeza…read moreand al pastor tacos. My partner had the carne asada and our friends had the Sonora dog and Sonora Taco. Everyone was super friendly and the food was ready for us fast and fresh. This is easily one of the best al pastor tacos I've had in Seattle. Amazing flavors and really tender. The cabeza taco was everything I expected too. Most tender beefy bite of food ever. The salsa bar is extensive and we had a great time prepping before our food arrived. The music really set the mood. Nothing like a warm summer night, tacos, and some music.

Lupe's, imo, makes the best food in Ballard, and some of the best in the city. Its fresh, its…read moreflavorful, and you can taste the care that was put into it. We have eaten there a few dozen times, bringing pals visiting the city, going literally every time we play a show on the strip-- everyone loves them. The tacos are my favorite, but the queso is dank as helllll making the nachos another fab dish. My partner loves the burritos and quesadillas, though I-- a lover of the crunch --cannot speak for them myself. Are there toothpicks in the tacos? Yes! Not only are these two, structural-support toothpicks clearly visible, there are signs all over the shop about not eating them, and whoever runs your food out mentions them to the table every time. Even the merch / tee shirts tell you to watch out for the toothpicks. Its like the toothpick in a club sandwich, or the stick in a corn dog: you kinda have to want to eat it to end up with it in your mouth, ya know? Are the tacos greasy? Also yes! They're deep fried! That is what happens when you put any pouch-style food in a deep fryer: if it is not perfectly sealed, as it will not be with a toothpick, it'll get some oil inside. If you're not into oily food, maybe deep-fried tacos just aren't for you? As for the folks bashing the service: its standard counter service. If you want table service-- someone to wait on you, come to your table for more than just a drop off, etc --this place isn't for you. I worked in kitchens for two decades. Nothing about Lupe's Situ Tacos is poorly made or lacking flavor-- all three options are unique and flavorful in their own right, but the hushwe is an aaaabsolute dream, and the cauliflower is such a fantastic meat-free choice. Prices are on par with a lot of taco-selling restaurants, so idk what folks are talking about on that front. Mayhaps worth remembering who usually writes reviews on these sites (people who go once and like to bitch vs those of us who actually eat here and don't like yelp conceptually)~

Excellent food. Excellent service. Ambiance was delightful. Let me elaborate:…read more Upon being turned away from two (!) unnamed Japanese izakaya up the street at 8:17pm on a rainy Sunday evening, even though they are posted as open until 9pm, my little trio fell into the warm, glowing, hip-hop infused embrace of Lupe's Situ Tacos. The hushwe meat? Excellent. The carnitas are "out of this world" (ant Cowboy Bebop fans?). The guacamole felt home-made in the best way. My partner's spicy chicken tortilla soup was delicious -- spicy but not too much so, with a lovely smoky note to it. The service was quick and cheerful. They let us hang out for a few minutes and write our reviews and finish our Jarritos -- even after close. The ambiance was great: colorful, cheerful, and energetic without being overwhelming. The playlist was eclectic and very cool. We heard Lupe Fiasco, Deltron 3030, and hip hop from around the world. If you find yourself wandering around Ballard looking for a satisfying, cozy meal, you cannot go wrong with Lupe's Situ Tacos!

Great happy hour spot! Fresh chips and tasty salsa. Decent happy hour prices and the chicken…read morenachos were so flavorful! Highly recommend this business!

After living in Washington State for four years and seriously missing good Mexican food, I can…read morefinally say... I FOUND IT! The food here genuinely tastes like home cooking fresh, flavorful, comforting, and made with love. I ordered the carne asada plate, and I enjoyed every single bite. Seriously, there was no polite little "I'm full" moment happening here. It was absolutely delicious! Hubby ordered the chicken with soup, and he enjoyed every bite of his meal too. When both of us are sitting there happily eating and barely talking because we're too busy enjoying the food, you know the restaurant did something right! And the best part? We still had enough leftovers to become tomorrow's lunch, and somehow the bill was very reasonable. Delicious dinner and tomorrow's lunch without spending a fortune? That's my kind of math! The service was wonderful too. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and especially thoughtful about my gluten allergy, which I really appreciated. It's always nice to be able to relax and enjoy your meal without feeling like you're conducting a full investigation into every ingredient. The atmosphere is casual but still really nice and inviting perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner. They also have Happy Hour every day from 3-5 PM, which I definitely want to come back and check out. I don't drink alcohol, so my version of Happy Hour will basically be: more amazing Mexican food at 3 PM. After four years of searching, I think I finally found my Mexican food spot in Washington!

Jackie is amazing! 10/10 food, drinks, and experience! Great service and atmosphere! Will definetly…read morebe back! :)

Get there ASAP!…read more Every sip of my mango margarita with tajin and chamoy (fresh and made on-site) was a flavor explosion...literally the best margarita of my life...no joke and I am 51 years old which means I have had many a margarita! The food was right there with the flavors. Every bite was amazing and hot! My friend and I couldn't stop with our amazement. To top it off, we had the best service from Erika and her staff. She and her husband own the restaurant and started the restaurant from a food cart and then opened on Alki. Another is opening on Capitol Hill soon too. They are killing it with their food. Everyone was in great spirits and we just had the best experience eating, having a beverage, and watching a World Cup game. Fire Tacos is right on Alki beach and in the summer, they pull up the garage door side walls and have an open air restaurant! Get there! You will be happy you did! Say hi to Erika!

Fun flavors. Beautiful presentation. I would happily return for more. We ended up ordering one of…read moreeverything just to try it out. There were nothing disappointing. We would order everything again.

This is one of the strongest five star ratings I've ever given. Dry aged tuna tostada - maybe the…read morebest bite of food I've ever had in Seattle in 8 years of living here. Truly yummy. The flavors are so savory and complex. The tuna is glistening and fresh, lightly sweet, and not too fishy. The salsa macha and tostada shell provide the perfect crunch. The sauce adds creaminess with a lightly smoky aftertaste. Wow. This tostada ain't cheap but I dare say it's worth the $21. I would come and get two next time for sure, no hesitation. We also had the tuna tartare tostada and the chicken Caesar flautas. The tartare was good as well but does not compare to the dry aged tuna tostada. The flautas were surprisingly good, and were great to add some volume to this otherwise light meal while being a cheaper option from the menu. I would absolutely get them again. Great crunchy corn shell, creamy cheesy chicken filling, fresh crunch Caesar dressed romaine on top, with an unexpected kick from some salsa verde. Despite the high quality of this food, including gorgeous plate presentation, this place feels down to earth and casual. The light beers offered by Fair Isle (since La Marea is inside Fair Isle Brewing) were a perfect compliment to the fish. Truly the best seafood meal I've ever had in Seattle.

8/7/26 We're 3 vacationers from Hawaii 1st time diners…read more I don't know what great Mexican food is supposed to taste like But after eating a Red Chicken n a Red Beef Tamale plus a Birria Taco.... My taste buds agreed that my meal was Good, Flavorful n Filling! The owner was very nice She took really good care of us... That's the 5th Star!

Food is authentic. Huge HUGE HUGE burritos.... Service amazing. Food tastes like heaven…read more Barbacoa.Is my favorite. Nacho's oooo yeah. But her tamales steal the show. Ooo yeah.....