La Rancherita

Place feels very cozy typical Mexican taco shop. Nice salsa bar with lots of variety. Tacos are…read moredouble tortilla but does not feel like too much. Very friendly staff.

This spot feels like a family-run place with a lot of regulars, which always adds to the charm…read more It's definitely not fancy, but you know exactly what you're getting when you walk in--solid, authentic Mexican food in a casual setting. The service was great--everyone we interacted with was friendly and welcoming. The menu is pretty extensive, especially when it comes to tacos, so there are plenty of options to choose from. I tried the asada, carnitas, birria, and adobada tacos. All were decent, with the birria being my favorite. The other meats weren't bad by any means, but they were a bit on the drier side compared to some other taco spots I've been to. The rice and beans were pretty standard--exactly what you'd expect, nothing particularly standout. One thing I really liked, though, was the self-serve salsa bar. It's always a plus being able to customize your flavors. One thing to note is that you do need to bus your own table, but considering the price and portion sizes, it feels fair and worth it. Overall, a solid spot for a casual meal. I'll definitely be exploring more of this area of Renton--there seem to be a ton of authentic Mexican restaurants nearby. We went late at night, so options were a bit limited at the time, but this was a good find.

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Taqueria El Kiosko

4.3(505 reviews)

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I've been coming here for almost 10 years I wanna say and when I'm craving a lengua burrito that…read morenever disappoints I go here. Some places skimp on the lengua because it's since become and expensive cut but not El kiosko. It's tender and delicious. They've moved their location to a much larger location since then and it's so nice. Well deserved. The parking lot is huge so don't worry about that. When we came in we were told to choose a seat wherever we'd like then promptly served chips and salsa. The salsa was so good. We got to try their taco Tuesday for the first time and the Al pastor was so flavorful and they make the carnitas super crispy. We were also surprised to see they now have a full bar. We ordered a cantarito and although yummy, I didn't think they put the right amount of alcohol for how massive the cup is but that's alright it was good nonetheless:) Salsa bar was nice and full both times we came to the new location and kept clean between uses. I can't wait to come back now that there is way more seating.

Excellent customer service! Free parking in their lot Had…read morethe chile relleno which came with rice, beans and a vegetable salad. It was a bit spicy for me but still yummy. The only disappointment was no salsa with the chips we ordered...it came with beans. Not sure if that was a mistake. Can't wait to go back to try other food items

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MexiCuban Restaurant & Lounge

4.2(192 reviews)

3.7 mi

Minority-owned & operated

Discounts available

My husband and I had dinner at MexiCuban restaurant for the first time on a Saturday night. He had…read morethe sea bass and I had the rib-eye and mushroom tacos. Both dishes were absolutely outstanding! The food was fresh, perfectly seasoned and bursting with flavor. It was honestly even better than we expected. What really made our evening special was the owner taking the time to come and chat with us. He was warm, friendly and genuinely appreciative of his customers. We can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. If you're looking for a place with delicious Mexican-Cuban cuisine, great ambiance, and outstanding hospitality, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. You won't be disappointed! I also want to add that they have a happy hour menu. "Small bites" starting at $7.00, street tacos, tacos de canasta, pork belly toast, pork tostones, and more even slider and fries. Happy hour on Friday and Saturday start 9pm till close. Weekdays 3pm to 6pm. Family friendly!

AMAZING FIRST EXPERIENCE!!…read more Came here on a Saturday at 3:15 pm and it was EMPTY! Walked right on in and sat immediately. I'm sure the place is more lively with more etíope, but it was still pleasant to sit and eat with some background music playing. Food was absolutely delicious! It's a bit on the pricey side but you will definitely leave full and satisfied. I ordered the Pollito Pibil and my boyfriend ordered the Lechon Congri. We CLEARED our plates. We also ordered the Street Corn appetizer which was very tasty. Service was quick as well with be dry attentive staff. We were in and out in less than an hour. Definitely recommend trying this place out!

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Torero's

3.8(604 reviews)

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Five Stars from The Review Lady!…read more I tried this Mexican restaurant for the very first time, and WOW--I'm so glad I did! What a wonderful experience from beginning to end. They had an amazing Mexican Coca-Cola made with real cane sugar, and it was absolutely delicious! The enchiladas were fantastic, and the chips, salsa, guacamole, and tacos were all so tasty. Their sauces were wonderful and really added that extra touch to the meal. But what stood out just as much as the food was the staff. Every employee I encountered had a smile on their face and genuinely acted like they wanted to be there. That kind of friendly service makes such a difference! I would absolutely return to this restaurant, and I'm already looking forward to trying more of their menu. This place definitely earned its five stars from me! You got five stars from that review lady on yelp

This was one of our solid go-tos for last minute dependable eats. Since they opened. Loved the…read moretortilla machine. Good solid service. Now? Poor communication. The shrimpcabd scallop fajita were boiled and tossed with fried onions. BLAND. Caritas in a pudding cup sized bowl. 45 min to to find out they forgot the order? Then the frt counter gives an apology that felt like I was bitching to a stranger on the bus. Doubt we will go back. Im sad now

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Jaguar Mexican Restaurant

4.5(113 reviews)

0.4 mi

Came here with a friend during the week after our first dining choice was closed. It was a whim we…read morefollowed through on and initially my friend was uncertain when we entered because there was only one person sitting there, no one else in sight, and the space was dimly lit. But just as I was convincing her to give it a moment the staff came out from the back with orders, saw us, and we were quickly seated by the window. The space has been converted and feels that way, like the fingerprints of the previous tenant has not been erased. The menu is extensive with all the typical dishes we see in Mexican restaurants with very reasonable costs. They offer a few alcoholic drinks including margaritas, which I found to be splendid and perfectly balanced. The food also was tasty. I ate the enchiladas especial which seemed like fairly typical enchiladas and I mean that in the best of ways. The service also was great. Our waitress checked in on us often, was super polite and friendly, and was prompt with our bill. All in all a wonderful lunch!

Food is always on point. Service is quick. Place is clean.. I get the steak mulitas and a side of…read morerice. You get a lot of food for the price. They're very consistent. One of my favorite spots in Renton for Mexican food.

Inside as you walk in. Plenty of open space, and ready for either sitdown or to-go. I recommend to sit down!

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Right on Williams Avenue, pick up your mail at the US Post Office and walk on over for a bite at Jaguar.

Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Cantina- Renton

4.1(269 reviews)

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The margaritas and the carne asada plate was delicious!…read more The service was also excellent!

Food: Oysters saucy and flavorful. Very generous portion!…read more Service: friendly Ambiance: spacious and good lighting

House Margaritas

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3.6(63 reviews)

2.3 mi

Was in the area today and saw that this franchise took over this location from an old KFC. One of…read moretheir biggest challenges to be honest is the left turn if you were coming down the hill from Fred Meyer towards the hospital. My advice would be to turn at the red light right by Fred Meyer and then exit the parking lot and come in here via the side entrance. They did a nice job refurbishing the interior and exterior. Interior was spotless and well-maintained. Post mix beverage dispensary is available in the lobby and they have a nice salsa bar with many different options. I ordered the California combination with beef burrito and taco. Perfect size portions accompanied by beans and rice. Good overall experience and value for the money

Drove by this almost everyday and decided to give it a try. They're located in a corner of a very…read morebusy street, so make sure you make the right turn!! I accidentally turned to early, but decided to park and walk there. Plenty of parking at the location and definitely tons of seating inside. Clean and bright, makes it welcoming when you're having lunch. I had the carne asada burrito and my boyfriend had the California burrito. Their salsa bar was stocked with options of mild-hot salsa and I love it! I wished they had cilantro, but the picked carrots and jalapenos were good enough. I truly enjoyed the carne asada burrito. The flavor was great and it was full of meat! Wish it was a bit hotter. On the other hand, my boyfriend's burrito was extremely hot! I think it was the cheese? He enjoyed it. Would totally come back!

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Tienda Latina y Taqueria

4.2(42 reviews)

2.1 mi

This is a taco place inside of a grocery store. When walking in it's a bit hard to find the…read moreordering/seating area, but you just need to head to the right. Everyone was super kind and helpful, and to top it off the tacos were pretty good. If you're in the area I highly recommend checking this place out! I want to try the pambazo next time. Cheese tacos -- 9/10. Super flavorful with lots of meat and cheese! I wish there was a little more onions and cilantro, but it was good either way.

We came here one evening since the original taco place we were going to go to wasn't open. We…read moreordered at the food counter inside and they didn't have 2-3 of the meats we had wanted so we picked a few different ones last minute. The tacos were made to order and they had sauces and containers we could fill on our own on the side. We also appreciated that we would ask for the onions to be put on the side. The tacos were pretty good, the only down side was that the chicken was a little dry and lacking flavor. Otherwise, the other meats were tasty.

Salsa bar

Cheese tacos with asada, bowl of birria

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5 Hermanos Mexican Restaurant

4.2(160 reviews)

2.3 mi

This place is such an unassuming hidden gem in the North Benson Center…read more From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by a super friendly host who seated us right away. Shortly after, a very kind gentleman brought us waters along with chips and salsa, which was appreciated. The chips were pretty standard Mexican restaurant chips--not my favorite. They tasted slightly greasy, even though they didn't appear to be. The salsa had good flavor but was quite thin. Our waitress greeted us within a reasonable amount of time, took our drink order, and returned with our drinks to take our food order. Since it was our first visit, we tried a few different items. I ordered the steak fajitas, which were flavorful and came with a generous amount of onions and peppers, many with a nice char (which I loved). The steak was tender and well seasoned. I do wish they offered the option to mix multiple proteins. I also ordered a ground beef hard-shell taco on the side, and it was great--the shell didn't taste stale like you often find at many Mexican restaurants. My dining partner enjoyed his meal as well. The only downside was the manager or owner standing near the computer station by the entrance for much of our visit, frequently watching the dining room. Since we were one of the first few tables, it felt a bit uncomfortable at times, even though I'm sure it wasn't intentional. Overall, this has quickly earned a top-two spot for Mexican restaurants in Renton for us. We'll definitely be back.

I love this place! A causal restaurant that caters to family. They give large portions and the…read moreflavors are great. Cost is affordable and you will not be disappointed.

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El Muchacho Alegre

3.8(88 reviews)

0.6 mi

This was our first time visiting, and wow it did not disappoint! The food was absolutely delicious…read more Our favorite was the Shrimp (Langostinos a la Diabla). We added butter and garlic, and it honestly tasted like a seafood boil in the best way! The sauce was spicy, rich, and packed with flavor . The restaurant is located across from the Renton airport, so the area may seem a little sketchy at first, but we had no issues at all. There's parking available, and we were seated right away. The interior is beautiful, cozy, and perfect for date night, family dinners, or a night out with friends it really fits any vibe. And we have to shout out our waitress she was incredibly kind, attentive, and made us feel so welcomed. Our food came out quickly, and everything was fresh and hot. We had such a great experience and will definitely be back. Don't let the negative reviews stop you this place deserves a chance! Fue nuestra primera vez viniendo y la verdad ¡nos encantó! No nos decepcionó para nada. La comida estuvo riquísima. Nuestro favorito fueron los Camarones (Langostinos a la Diabla). Les agregamos mantequilla y ajo y uff... sabían como a un seafood boil pero versión mexicana La salsa estaba picosita, bien sazonada y llena de sabor . Está enfrente del aeropuerto de Renton, y aunque el área puede verse medio sospechosa al principio, nosotros no tuvimos ningún problema. Hay estacionamiento y nos pasaron a sentar de inmediato. El lugar está muy bonito y acogedor, perfecto para una cita, ir con la familia o con amigos se presta para cualquier plan. Y nuestra mesera se merece una mención especial súper amable, atenta y siempre al pendiente. La comida salió rápido y todo llegó fresco y calientito. La verdad tuvimos una muy buena experiencia y claro que vamos a regresar. No se dejen llevar por las reseñas negativas este lugar sí vale la pena.

I've been here a couple of times and everything is always so delicious! Food, service, and music is…read moregreat. The vibes are welcoming! Definitely a spot to go to for good seafood and to unwind!

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Lance M.

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6 years ago

Really good. Super casual place with great food. Tortillas in the burrito obviously freshly made. Vegetables in the fajita burrito still crisp. Whole thing seasoned well. Service was fair. Overall, authentic food done well. read more

Janice B.

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2 years ago

Great food, will be back! I'm bringing friends! ( maybe this weekend) Great food, will be back! I'm bringing friends! ( maybe this weekend) Great food, will be back! I'm bringing friends! ( maybe this weekend) read more

Glenn Z.

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15 years ago

The food here is very good and they have great lunch specials.

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Went here today and had the quesabirria combo and the 5 taco special with spicy pork. Both were…read moredelicious and made fresh. The salsa was also very good. Service was very fast and friendly. Plenty of seating available. Will definitely be back.

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