This is a lunchtime review, and doesn't really have anything to do with coming in here for drinks late night. I can't comment on the margaritas or the atmosphere at that point, but it sounds like the evenings are always packed, even though this isn't really the kind of place you plan to go hang out at--it's the kind of place you end up when the evening takes you there. Anyway, this is about the lunch. The lunch is fine, and the prices are reasonable. When you originally make plans to go somewhere else that turns out not to be serving lunch, it will do in a pinch. That's kinda what happened here...so, even in daylight hours, it's not a place you plan to visit, it's a place you end up. The joint was pretty much empty at straight-up noon, so you know they're not known for their lunch. It's humongous, too, and definitely open, definitely staffed. In fact, the only other table occupied seemed to be employees coming in on their days off. The place is elaborately decorated without a doubt. Thousands upon thousands of subway tiles and mosaic tiles and earthenware tiles and who knows what other kinds of tiles pile up in every direction. The chandeliers look like gigantic wrought-iron street lights--and I do mean gigantic; they're the size of garbage cans, if not recycling bins. One good earthquake and each of them will decapitate two tables' worth of patrons. All of these places (the Scottish one, German one, etc) are all decorated within an inch of their lives. This one has lots of open space, and two huge walls of full-height windows. Even on a relatively cloudy day, it almost makes you feel like you're sitting outside. There's a huge bar, and then there's a huge dining room, and they're packed with booths and tables, and you know there's no room to move in here on weekend nights. That's alright; the drinks are probably really good. The food is just OK, though. I had the huarache, which, wittily enough, is a sandal-sized, sandal-shaped tortilla covered with grilled onions and skirt steak, with cilantro and some salsa. It was seasoned fairly well, not too awfully salty. I still added a ton of hot sauce, but that's me, not the food. They put a few gradients of hot sauce on the table in squeeze bottles. My friend had tacos, which she didn't finish, and soup, which she really barely started. We didn't go into detail about what she didn't like, but I kinda felt bad, since I picked the lunch spot (and be default picked this one as a Plan B). And we were mostly talking about her job hunt, so, in fairness to the kitchen, it might not have been the food that killed her appetite. The service was pretty spotty. We had to flag him down for almost everything. The booths are so high here, and the place was so empty, that it's maybe no surprise--he couldn't really see us, and by rights he was more focused on sidework. But we had to wave to get water, refills, place orders, get the check, etc., and lunch took us an hour and a half as a result. We filled that whole time chatting, and the prices were fair, and clearly this place isn't focused on lunch, but, sheesh. read more

Vibrant crowd, wonderful ambiance, now I just need to up my spice tolerance! But we already KNEW that! I walked in and noticed it was a verrry happening place! The restaurant had great energy and it was loud and lively. I liked! I sat down and started chowing down on the chips which were outstanding. Actually they were pretty perfect to be honest. I didn't realize it at the time but we ordered guac which ended up being $9 which I think is a bit ridiculous for guac but whatevs. We ordered our food and the menu looked quite delicious! I was super excited to try the yam and mushroom tacos which my hubby dearest and I were going to share, and several of the others at the table ordered the steak. The hubby loved and raved on about the tacos because he just loves spicier food and was crazy about the hand made tortillas which reminded him of Mexico. Me, I did not enjoy the tacos as much as I would have liked because it was just a bit too spicy for me. I had asked if the chipotle could be removed but they said no. I'm a weenie, let it be known, but BOTH taco plates were too spicy to me. Another friend had the veggie enchilada and I think I'll try that next time! I would say overall the experience was fun and we had a great time tonight and I will come back and give the enchiladas a shot! If you're in the mood for a lively restaurant with vibrant energy and tacos with tons of kick, this is your place! read more

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This review goes towards their cocktails. Their cocktail, La Fiona, is my favorite drink in all of Seattle. It's habanero-infused tequila, passion fruit and agave just creates this spicy & sweet drink that will have you craving more. Not to mention, it's chipotle-sugar rim adds for more texture and additional taste. I've never had a drink like it! It really does burn going down while sipping but is lightly controlled by the sweetness of the agave. This is a must try! read more

I've been here for drinks, dinner and brunch. My one point here is that Poquitos is more of a bar than anything else - I wouldn't come back for food after my dining experiences. More recently, I dined at Poquitos for brunch. The restaurant was mostly empty. We made reservations via Open Table, but didn't need to do so. The brunch menu consisted of both classic American brunch items and Mexican brunch items. I opted for a Mexican plate, since it was different from my usual brunch style. The item was bland without much flavor. I was disappointed in my brunch. The portions are huge, though, so I left full/with leftovers. I noticed some reviews pointed out poor service, but I actually had very good service while here. Our waitress was attentive and checked up on us multiple times. Everything was fast. This could have been because it wasn't very crowded, as I imagine most people opt to brunch/lunch at other places in the area. I enjoy the vibe of Poquitos, and I do love their chips/guac/salsa (but those are hard items to dislike). I'd probably only be back for a Happy Hour, but definitely not another meal. read more

Poquitos - Chilaquiles and side of bacon - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went for dinner with friends one night during my recent visit to Seattle. Seated quickly, and asked for some chips upon sitting down. Our waiter seemed...disinterested in being there/working though. He didn't really pay attention to the table much, and, when asked by one of our fellow diners at the table where the prawns were from, his answer was simply "uhh...the ocean?" The place was pretty packed for dinner, and everything was pretty loud. The acoustics of the place are okay, considering I didn't really have to talk SUPER loudly in order to converse with friends over dinner...but there was definitely a lot going on inside this restaurant and it felt a bit zoo-ish. I enjoy two glasses of the "Cava - Vega Meridian" throughout the night, which was a nice complement to the "Al Pastor - Marinated pork, pineapple, pickled onion & cilantro. Cooked on the vertical rotisserie" that I had ordered for dinner. While the Al Pastor that I had was pretty good, some friends tried the ceviche and were less than thrilled with it...saying it was "overly smoky" tasting. They asked me to take a bite and I could definitely agree with their reaction, as I certainly didn't eat any more of the dish...even though it was an appetizer they had wanted to share with our entire table. I wouldn't return here unless it was someone else's decision - i.e. somewhere they wanted to visit or try. My Al Pastor was good, but it's a hard dish to mess up...and there are plenty of other options for Mexican food that I'd prefer to try before considering a return here. read more

Slowly...ever so slowly am I getting a handful of Mexican restaurants that I can see myself becoming a regular at. Poquito's happens to pass my rigorous tests for good Mexican food. I was in here about a week or so ago. It was during midday. Steve and I tried to eat here one night...a weeknight but it was so full we left. However this time I took the opportunity to dine here while there was few customers here. I looked at the menu and saw that they do brunch everyday of the week until early to mid afternoon. On the brunch menu it stated that they had Huevos Rancheros. That sounded good so I ordered it. I also got some of their ginger beer which was something they made there. I don't think I have had Huevos Rancheros this good for a considerable amount of time. The tortilla was a crisp, flaky shell with Chile Verde on it and the eggs placed on top of that. The meal was hearty but not too filling. It was just right. The ginger beer was excellent too! I would like to try and see what their supper menu has but it always seems so busy here at night whenever we go by here. Perhaps midday is my best one on one time with Poquitos! read more

Came here a few nights ago for dinner from a friends recommendation. The set up is really nice inside, and we were seated next to the bar. Our server was really friendly, and in top of everything, I don't think I refilled my own water glass for our entire meal (the water pitcher was left on the table). We ordered the jalapeño queso and got a huge bucket of tortilla chips that we couldn't even finish, even during dinner. We both went with tacos, and the grilled fish tacos were so good; definitely recommend, and the margaritas were also delicious. If rerun if I lived in the area. read more

Poquitos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wow...... I had really high hopes for this place. Salsa was okay, service was slow and super a unfriendly. Honesty, I feel like their location is the only reason they are afloat. I asked our bartender if I could get one cheese enchilada and one chicken... he said "oh no we don't do any substitutions".... okay so can you add cheese inside? He said "no they are pre made". So you can't take 1 pre made chicken enchilada and put it next to a pre made cheese enchilada and cover it with your nasty sauce? are you kidding me?! That is just terrible customer service anyway you look at it. Sad to say cap hill is a hot spot so it gives people this arrogant vibe that just doesn't work. I always tip but just remember a tip is earned and not expected. I will never be back and will definitely spread the word. read more

This was by far one of the worst meals I've had in a long time. We were a table of 4 in the early evening. The best part of the meal was the chips and salsa. Which aren't free. The waiter was so inattentive we had to ask multiple times for a drink refill. The meat tacos were so dried out the were inedible. Not once were we asked if we liked our meals. Not once. The rice was over salted and the beans were hard little rocks. Over priced and awful. Go to Taco Bell instead. read more

Be still my heart... Fabulous craft made food in a funky atmosphere! Two of us ordered the Purist Margarita- probably the best margarita I have had in my life. I really think I could have consumed a bathtub quantity of them. The third member of our party, realizing his mistake after sampling mine, promptly ordered himself one. The menu is quirky and vibrant with several choices. We sampled the salsas, chicken enchiladas, pork tacos, and grilled corn. Yes, a dish of fried corn... The most tasty thing I have eaten in a long time. It is a must go to place when in Capitol Hill! read more

ambience was excellent, service was excellent, and the food was excellenttttt!!! loved everything about this place. it is on the more expensive side as far as mexican food goes... but the ambience and the service make it worth it. the outdoor patio is also covid-friendly -- they blocked off tables to ensure social distancing and the staff were particular about sanitizing between customers. read more

The Enchiladas Rojas were amazing. The restaurant is Beautiful and the service is very good. The food is of great quality and the prices are spot on. The food is of New Mexico style cuisine. Their salsas are out of this world. This is in Capital Hill. read more

Nice atmosphere in a great location with warm and friendly staff. I will return in the future. But the food I have tried is nothing memorable, a little heavy on the salt, and the beer selection could be bigger or better. read more

This review is basically on the ambiance of Poquitos as it was more of a drop by for a beer than for the food. I had just left one of the best Italian restaurants in Seattle after a great Rubicon cabernet and a full tummy. But, we drove by heading back to downtown and Poquitos caught my eye as a happening place, the streets of Capital Hill were filled with Saturday night revelers. Heck, let's get a beer and appetizers and check it out? ... after circling around the block in my parking approach pattern .... another couple of wider circles ... finally, some street parking. Strolled in and I loved the open high ceilings and the ambiance was very positive and inviting. Luckily, there was a booth open in the bar area and got a great view of people coming and going. Very relaxing and got great service and never needed to wait for service even with the restaurant was filled to capacity. We shared the ceviche, chips and salsa while we ordered a Pacifico and a margarita. Surprisingly, I expected to get a bottle and they have Pacifico on tap. read more

I loved this place. Great atmosphere especially on the covered patio and the food was decent. I went for brunch and was happy with the food & cocktail. The portion size was on the small side, so if you're really hungry you might be disappointed. I had the breakfast bowl (vegetarian & spicy) while my friend had the Tacos al Pastor. They have a huge selection of Tequila if you're into that. We tried a bloody Maria, and it was ok. I think I prefer a bloody Mary but I'm glad I tried it. The employees should wear name tags, in my humble opinion. Even the manager lacked a name tag. Just my two cents! read more

Poquitos - Covered patio, comfortable and inviting - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nice ambiance and a good happy hour but overall food is a miss. The salsa trio leaves a lot to be desired and the guac is just mediocre. For those prices during dinner time I'd expect the best damn guac I've ever had or close to it. I enjoyed the yam and chicken tacos but portions were relatively small. This place is lucky because with its prime location they can get a lot of business which I'd argue isn't necessarily deserved. read more

I don't really have anything fantastic to say about Poquitos, nor anything terrible. The place itself has a really fun, intimate vibe to it & the outside'ish patio in the back is really great for meeting friends for happy hour or enjoying lunch on a nice day. The food is alright, a little too 'wanna be fancy schmancy' for me but I do enjoy their house margarita & guacamole. Pros: trendy, good happy hour prices, delicious guacamole. Cons: EXPENSIVE, no free chips, usually over crowded, serves deep fried grasshoppers, wait staff is a little snobby. read more

Poquitos - Tequila - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I can only assume that the reviewers who say the food is bad are the same people who keep taco bell in business. This place is amazing. The food is great, and constantly improves. As someone who lives in LA, I can only say that Poquitos is better than any Mexican food we have down here. And the spicy Margarita, La Fiona... LOVE!!! Keep doing what you do Poquitos! read more

The margaritas here are delicious! Didn't try the food but the guac/salsa combo loked really good. Also liked that you can seat yourself without reservations at the bar area. read more

"This taste like barf." I ordered the yam tacos and that was how I described the taste after 2-3 bites. The taco wrap itself was delicious but the combination of cottage cheese and yams = YUCK. Surprisingly, I did finish two of the three tacos. I must be gross right? I might as well swallow my own barf next time and save myself $10. This place is given 3-stars mainly because the vegetarian enchiladas and salsa I had were decent. The place itself is vibrant with a lot of people and noises, which I do not mind. Hard to have a conversation though. Overall, Poquitos is fine. Just don't order the yam tacos and you should be able to enjoy your meal here. read more

I was hoping for better food, and ultimately I wasn't impressed with Poquitos. From the outside, it always looks so happening, so I assumed that the food must be great. It was only meh. Here's what I tried: -Goat Birria: the meat was pretty dry, the flavor was ok, I enjoyed the pupusa-like base that was underneath it all, but overall, the dish was nothing special. -Carne Asada: the meat was much better - it had a nice crispy outside, and wasn't dry. The flavor was also much better than the goat, especially with the chile that they added to it. I think this dish single-handedly brought my rating up from a 1 star to a 3 star. It's a dish worth trying if you're already at Poquitos. -The guacamole had absolutely no flavor. Totally bland. A little salt could have went a long way here. I didn't try any drinks, which I think is why some people come here. But if you're looking for quality Mexican food, you might be underwhelmed at Poquitos. read more

Margs were a bit disappointing. Tasted like a shot of tequila mixed with margarita mix. Very disappointing with a $12 price tag. Sat down and was asked if we wanted chips and salsa, guacamole, or queso. Used to Mexican restaurants providing chips and salsa for free. Not sure if they were or not. I ordered the tacos that were pretty good. It's just a 3-star restaurant. It's not horrible, but it's not the best. Just decent Mexican food for Seattle. read more

Went there for chapulines but they were out. :( I had the ceviche though and it was good. Nice and refreshing since it was so hot. Also had a michelada which was excellent. read more

Poquitos - Cheviche con tostadas - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food was okay, if you don't mind lack of flavor, but we had a poor experience with the service. Our experience at this restaurant was fine until we got into the bar (outdoor dining area). Our server was Large P(very professional, and I doubt it) -according to name on the receipt. He is about 5'6", with tattoo sleeves, dark/comb over haircut. From the moment we ordered our food, he was very rude and short with us. I did not experience that with the host. The host was friendly and welcoming. Go to Fogón Cocina if you want good food and service. read more

I really appreciate comments on my reviews by the owners of establishments I visit! See below: Thanks for coming by and writing us a review. We really appreciate it a lot and I'm glad to hear you had a great time with us. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, Rich read more

Service was very attentive despite being super busy. Our group was on a time limit because we had reservations elsewhere and we got in and out of here (food and drinks) very quickly. The cantina portion is especially cool during the summer as the garage door walls roll up to make it almost entirely open air. When it's chilly outside, though, there's a nice fire table at which to warm up. I recommend the taco plate (assortment of 3 different tacos). The seasonal pumpkin margarita is also very very tasty! There's also a paid lot right behind the restaurant if you have to drive. read more

Poquitos - Firepit table in the bar! - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Was looking for a place to eat lunch and strolled across this spot. The restaurant is huge with an indoor eating area as well as an outdoor atrium/bar with fireplaces. We decided to sit at the atrium, it was really cute and warm! Our server was quick to greet us and take our orders. I ordered the tortilla soup which was yummy, and my friend ordered the nachos, both came in large portions and left us feeling full! We bought chips and salsa, it's too bad they don't have it for free at this spot but it's ok. The menu had a variety of options with fair prices, I did find it weird that the menu didn't have burritos on it though, kind of odd for a Mexican restaurant? All in all, a good experience and I would likely return on my next visit to Seattle! read more

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The Ditchweed Tequila cocktail was perfect. Just a bit of tequila and a lot of lime. Simple and delicious. Also the shrimp ceviche was so fresh and the corn esquites app was yummy. I loved the sauce. read more

Came here one Saturday night while clubbing at the Q and they have a bouncer right out front to check your ID! The place looks like an awesome place to hold a get together with friends. I wasn't hungry that night and the only thing I ate here was ONE cricket. It was salty and sour at the same time. Not my favorite but HEYYY where else can you get crickets??? read more

This is a great place to come hang out, perfunk, or have a date! I came here last night around 11pm for a margarita drink and hung out with a friend!!! It was great. The music was cool, the vibe was chill! I've eaten here a while ago and remember being very pleased! Can't wait to try this spot again! If your in the area and want Mexican food GOOO!! read more

(Delivery Review) Been searching and sampling for the 6 years I've lived here and this is now my go-to Mexican in Seattle. The style is a bit unique - lime juice and zest abound - but the effect is fantastic and flavorful. The menu rotates a bit on a reasonable schedule and I've been happy with all the new options. The cheese-toasted quesadillas are a requirement, their "meat platter" is ridiculous, and the fish tacos are amazing both fried and grilled. (I've never been to the location so I can't speak for service or drinks). read more

Poquitos never fails to deliver when you want a place with a fun crowd. I've tried multiple dishes and am generally happy with whatever I order. Hands down my favorite thing on the menu is the giant tostada with chorizo and corn - paired with their chipotle and habanero sauces it makes for a dynamic combination. I also love their trio of chips and salsa. The bar area is generally where I always sit with friends...I like it because there is generally space whenever you go but you always feel lucky that you got a table since usually there are only a few open spots. The service is reliably good and the staff is pretty friendly. Tequila shots? Sure thing. It's also located in an amazing location on the hill with many bars and restaurants all around - fun vibe always! read more

Poquitos - Giant tostada! - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I wish I could give a better review for this place. I've tried to like Poquitos, but every time I visit has been a let-down. The food is meh and fairly overpriced for what it is, and the last two times the waiter and hostess seemed to be judging me for eating alone. The place wasn't even a third full, yet they kept trying to rush me out. The waiter especially kept acting like I was a burden for being there. It wasn't a pleasant experience and made me wonder why I'd come at all. read more

It was one of my favorite places in Capitol Hill until an incident happen in there. I arrived to meet this person that was already sitting in the bar section that is 21 plus part of the restaurant. The person wanted to try the Margarita that I ordered, while from far I heard someone said do not do that. I did not understood why, therefore I did not ask since I could misheard that. Next couple of weeks I returned to meet a coworker, and a employee arrived to say " we will not serve you here anymore". I was why? You gave alcohol to a minor. I had no idea that is was a minor, even the person said was 23. Also I meet the person in the bar area, where the responsability is of the restaurant is to card each person since it is clearly marked 21+ section. If you do a bad behaviour you inmediately tell the customer or invite them to leave, but they allowed me to stay longer (1 hour more), order more drinks and food. Why? Scared that I will not pay the bill? The employee was rude, and not professional at all. I heard from other friends that they do not go to poquitos because they felt discrimination in thr service or even are denied service without reason. I could not believe that, and they always ask me to change of location, now I see why. read more

The chicken enchiladas were good. The service was fast and great on a busy Saturday night. The place was clean and the ambiance was welcoming. read more

We came to this place and were charmed by the outside instantly! Upon entering we were greeted by a friendly hostess. She guided us back to a section in the far end of the bar. It was so charming. The fire pits they have are so entrancing. Not to mention; they warm you up in these chilly, winter months. Our Bartender was on point with the food provisions and libations. WE LAUGHED and shared stories. If you come here, you will not be disappointed. Get the chicken nachos and empanadas and you can thank me later ! 5/5 stars! read more

We did their outdoor lunch dining, which was still warm and service was great! We got the half size guacamole which was perfect for 2 people, the chicken quesadilla, and the kale and mushroom veggie burrito where the vegetables were spiced perfectly. The portions were fairly large and the order unexpectedly came with a side salad and side of rice and beans. read more

Poquitos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I really enjoyed my visit to Poquitos. It was a dinner meeting and their were four of us in the group. I am surprised that it's only got three stars because It's certainly worth a solid four. The food that we had was very tasty, I ordered the Ahogada Torta which was full of flavor and had a really great heat to the dish. Everyone else seemed very happy with their meals as well. The Salsa that they provide you is excellent, great chile flavor and nice heat as well. The service was certainly right on par with what I call good service: Tentative staff, water never empty, food was fast and accurate. I don't normally rate an establishment on decor, but I thought Poquito's was worth talking about at least. The interior was very well put together, it's kitschy but certainly unique. From what I heard, they actually brought in a lot of the iron work from Mexico! Highly recommend. read more

I think I'm a little biased coming from CA, but Seattle just doesn't have very good Mexican food! :( Having said that, I do like Poquitos because they offer a nice atmosphere with a shaded outdoor patio with firepits, endless chips, and tasty beverages. On occasion, I will order the taco plate. It's pretty hit or miss. The first time I had it, I remember liking it. The second time I had it, I remember the beef being very fatty and lacking in flavor. The rice is to-die-for, though. The service here is really spotty. The last time I visited, the waitress "forgot" many things...drinks, chips, salsa refills, checking in with us, etc. I felt like I had to light myself on fire to get her attention. The restaurant was busy that night, but it's always busy. It's a good place to stop in and try if you're walking the streets of Capitol Hill and want to sit down for drinks. It's a very hip spot with lots of hipsters and beautiful people sipping margaritas or taking shots. But as I mentioned, the food leaves much to be desired. read more

I really like this place. Like REALLY LIKE this place. Everything I've had from here has been fresh, delicious and reasonably priced. Today I went for happy hour and had the beef tacos (a MUST), al pastor tacos (also amazing), salsa trio, and guacamole (a 4 out of 5) for about $6 a pop. Their drinks are very crafty, creative and out-of-the-box, and feature some Latin flair. The churros were a bit overdone but the Tres Leches cake was decadent... just wished there was more of it! read more