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    Tacos Chukis

    4.5 (2.1k reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    TACOS CHUKIS ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Ingrid S.

    Authentic Mexican food, easy to order, friendly employees, EXCELLENT taste and just like that... order, receive your food, eat and don't forget to be grateful!!

    Horchata
    Han-Nha T.

    Open later and variety of items. Great spot for a late dinner. I've had larger portions from a Mexican place for $10, but the taste made up for it, so I would definitely come back. Nopales with pork and beef were good, I haven't eaten cactus from a sitdown often. Adobada tacos came with pineapple which is also rarer. Horchata was tasty and not just sweet. All dishes had a good amount of meat.

    Carne asada tacos  Al pastor taco  House chupiz taco
    Nancy P.

    These were so yummy we ordered the baby burrito right after. Meat was tender, perfect amount of sauce and balance. The only thing I would change is the size of that pineapple on the pastor. A couple small slices would be better. The wrap on the baby burrito was so flaky and chewy. Highly recommend.

    Asada and adobada
    Samantha C.

    We got a few tacos for late night! We got the tacos asada and tacos adobada. Typically, I'm not a pineapple on savory food girl, but I thought it worked wonderfully with the adobada. I actually preferred it over the steak because of the pineapple! Maybe because we got it to go but it wasn't as good as I thought it would be. But I may also be spoiled by LA street tacos.

    Signature Chukis tacos and carne asada tacos
    Megan G.

    This place was recommended to me by a friend and I've been dying to try it. It's a hidden gem right in the middle of Capitol Hill, you have to walk upstairs to find it. This place offers authentic, affordable Mexican food. We ordered several tacos and a quesadilla and everything came out within minutes! I highly HIGHLY recommend trying their signature chuki taco (especially if you like pineapple), it was my favorite thing on the menu!! :) I left feeling full and satisfied but not heavy. This is now my go-to taco spot, it used to be Carmelo tacos but the food and the place make tacos chukis so unique.

    Tacos de Adobada and side of beans
    Raul R.

    The tacos were so amazing! I also got a side of beans and they were so delicious too! Will definitely go back next time I'm in the area!

    Joanne H.

    What a gem of a spot. No tips Simple menu Simple seating Amazing service. Good ass tacos. I am soo floored. A simple no frills taco spot, that has been an institution in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, was super happy to stop by. It's tucked into the 2nd floor of a bldg and so efficient and delicious. I had 3 flavors the nopales, pork and asada. It was incredible! Simple tacos with lime

    Quesadilla
    Faith V.

    This place was a hidden gem. The service was great and the food was delicious. I love that salsa and quac are included in each dish. It is a very affordable price point. 10/10

    Tacos chukis (left), beef mulita
    Chloe L.

    I'm from LA area so I've had a fair share of good tacos. Will say I wasn't super blown away by this spot but it was on the better side of tacos that I've tried in Seattle area. Located upstairs in a corner spot. I tried the tacos chukis and the beef mulita, I really like the way they do beef here. The pork was on the saltier side for me but I did like that the pineapple balanced it out. Tortillas are on the drier side. Super quick service and efficient overall. You order on a kiosk and they serve it to your table. The interior is a stuffy on a hot day but for a quick meal, no complaints from me. Would come back for a quick bite or if I'm craving tacos.

    Carne asada tacos
    Dina A.

    I've eaten here once before, but I couldn't recall how the food tasted so I came around for a second try. Unfortunately, Chukis failed to impress... I'm a Californian, so I know what a good taco is all about. I had carne asada tacos. The tacos were *drowning* in garnish -- namely the guac sauce. I could barely taste the salsa, onions, and cilantro. Less would've certainly been more. The ambiance is great -- it's vibrant & energizing. The inviting atmosphere kept me at Chukis well after my meal. Ultimately, while I'm glad I tried it out (again), I would not return to Chukis for the tacos.

    Tacos Chakis (2), carne asada and adobada tacos
    Teresa L.

    Food is amazing and fresh. Authentic as you can get. Highly recommend and we don't even live in Seattle. So glad we drove here to try.

    Burrito and 2 pork and 2 beef tacos

    Great food simple as that. It was surprisingly fast for the amount of people in there. Taco truck vibe but inside.

    Baby burrito, Carne Asada Taco, Taco Chuki
    Dinh P.

    The spot is a bit of a hidden gem--literally a hole-in-the-wall where you walk upstairs, which gives it a cool, secret vibe. The menu is simple, and the tacos are really good. The pineapple Takochuki was decent, but not mind-blowing. Service is quick, and while the ambience is on the darker side, the windows bring in plenty of natural light. Overall, a fun little place worth checking out.

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    Excellent, a couple quick tacos for lunch. Really quick, very reasonable price and so delicious ! Glad I went, will b back

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    Are they open for dine in or take out only?

    Only take out

    Do they sell gift cards?

    Yes

    Do they have a salsa bar? Additional hot sauce?

    No salsa bar. They do have additional hot sauces available

    Is it ADA accessible?

    No, it is not. It is at the top of several flights of stairs. It is definitely not wheel chair accessible.

    When should I go to avoid the crowds?

    The crowds are half the fun. But, if you are interested in dining alone I suggest when they open at 11am and maybe around 3pm. It never takes more than 20 minutes with super long lines. Those guys in the kitchen are super quick

    How easy or hard is it to park around here? We usually go a little further south on Cap Hill when we dine out, so I'm not familiar if this is in one of the cramped pay-to-park neighborhoods or if it's a little more low key.

    Depends on when you go. They are always slammed during peak lunch and dinner hours. Plan on going during off peak time and you shouldn't have trouble finding parking. Or if you're looking for easy parking, you can park in the QFC garage; just be… 

    How about opening one up on Lakewood/ Tacoma area?

    I wish

    Do they have fish tacos?

    No, but they do have a vegetarian option.

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    4.4
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    I shared the mole enchiladas and lengua en salsa verde from this Mexican place…read more Of these, the lengua en salsa verde was my favorite. The beef tongue was cooked pretty well. Although it's naturally very fatty, the flavor and juiciness was retained after cooking - so they didn't screw it up. The salsa verde was a very nice accompaniment, as it tasted light, fresh, and a good complement to the fat of the meat. The mole enchiladas were less good. The mole sauce used leaned way too heavily on a sweet flavor - having little to no nuttiness whatsoever. It didn't taste anywhere close to some of the best moles I've had. The enchilada underneath was fine - nothing special. Both dishes came with beans and rice. Both were slightly above average, but nothing to write home about. I would say the portions were well sized in terms of overall amount, but the enchiladas were quite small compared to the beans and rice. With these two dishes we ended up around 28 per person. Overall, it's average Mexican food. 6.5/10

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    Koko's

    4.4
    (199 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Great menu...super comfortable ....so accommodating , happy hour is fun...lunch is a 'sleeper'…read more.. but an amazing introduction into the place at a very reasonable price

    such a cute spot for delicious mexican food and tasty cocktails in seattle. the vibes are…read moredefinitely more upscale and moody, so this is one of those places that i'd say is good for a girls night out, date night, or just showing visitors around. service is great, our waiter was super sweet and helpful. the staff also cleared our table pretty swiftly and even offered us new plates at one point, which i really appreciated. one of my friends also came here for her birthday and she got a little something on the house, so i can definitely say service is top-notch! foodwise, even though koko's is more expensive than your average mexican spot (you're totally paying for ambiance and service too though), the portions are heaping. i barely finished my enchiladas and all of my friends took their meals to-go. (those burritos are massive omg.) the mole enchiladas were SOOO good, as were the cashew poblano enchiladas. their sauces are so yummy and the presentation was on-point for both enchiladas. i also had a bite of my friend's carne en morita which is a slow cooked pork dish, and i was obsessed. the only thing i'd say to pass on would be the tacos. drinks were also great and had amazing presentation. i was very satisfied with my carajillo and my friend's passion fruit mojito was also very tasty (you could NOT taste the alc in it i swear) overall, koko's is a great spot if you're looking to dress up for a cute night out but also craving some tasty mexican food.

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    D' La Santa

    D' La Santa

    4.5
    (563 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    I've always wanted to check out D'la Santa. I always heard that Fri and Sats are always busy and…read morethey do not take reservations but walk-ins only. However, I just found out you can put your self on the waitlist on their website if it's busy. Sundays are the best days to go as it's not as busy and they were able to accommodate a big party. The restaurant also has a parking lot for people to park at as well, so that is a plus! The drink menu is very limited, they don't have a full bar. I ordered the skinny margarita and it was good. The food is authentic and if you are looking for authentic Mexican food, D'La Santa is the spot. We ordered the queso and the rajitas. Both appetizers are really good, came out super hot. Highly recommend. I got the carne asada plate and added an extra mini quesadilla. The carne is very seasoned so you have to eat it with the tortilla to balance out the saltiness. The service was fast and our waiter was very attentive.

    Delicious, truly authentic food. I'm so glad I found this place! I had been craving real Mexican…read morefood, and while the pictures looked amazing, I tried not to get my hopes up especially since so many "Mexican restaurants" don't quite capture that true, authentic flavor. We went on a Sunday and I was really hoping to try the tiramisu and bone marrow, but they weren't available at the date and time we went (shed a tear). Still, what we ordered completely made up for it. We had the torta ahogada, costillita en salsa roja, and moyetes dulces and I was honestly blown away. They absolutely nailed the tortas ahogadas. They were so good we ordered three more to go. I would gladly drive that hour and a half again just to eat here. I'll definitely be taking pictures next time! Also great service, they're super nice and attentive.

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    Really cool inside, with a faux lantern tree that makes it a special place to eat. But quite noisy at peak hours.
    Really cool inside, with a faux lantern tree that makes it a special place to eat. But quite noisy at peak hours.
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    Pancita

    Pancita

    4.4
    (95 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    Someone told me Pancita is the best Mexican food in Seattle. I had to see about it myself. I left…read moreagreeing with them. The interior makes you feel as though an old family friend invited you over for dinner, and you know it's about to be good. Shout out to our server Chase, the hospitality throughout the meal was unmatched. As a group of six celebrating a special occasion, we felt comfortable and the staff was attentive. Then came the food. We exchanged looks of enthusiasm, head nods, and oohs and awes throughout the meal. There is something for everyone here: gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, etc. The wine list featured corners of Mexico that impressed a snob like me. What a great addition to the Seattle food scene!

    I'm Chilango (México City ex-pat). While the dishes are not exactly traditional, they are for sure…read morean elevated version of them. The portions are perfect, nobody needs the giant American portions that many Mexican restaurants serve, The food is clearly prepared at high quality with beautiful plating styles. We went with a group so we ordered many dishes to share. My favorite was the tacos de suadero, Smokey tender fatty meat in blue corn tortillas, the tuna tostadas are excellent! And the mole delightful, although the meat with it was a bit chewy. Great drinks!! And for dessert I've got a delicious carajillo (Mexican espresso martini). Definitely getting back!!

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    Grilled pork chop with pipian verde, salsa macha, trumpet mushroom, beech mushroom, charred onion, scallion, garlic scrape and cilantro
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    Maiz Molino

    Maiz Molino

    4.4
    (127 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    This place WOW-ed me. My fiance and I didn't make reservations the day before Valentine's Day and…read morethought we would just try our luck. So many of our regular spots had lines out the door, which was no surprise, but we ended up getting a table here. Figured Mexican food is hard to mess up. Started with drinks- THE BEST MARGARITA I HAVE EVER HAD. It was perfectly balanced, fresh, just perfect to me. My fiance got a horchata and loved it too. They have an option where you can try ALL of their dips for $20, which I couldn't resist. It was so fun, they had like 9 different ones! I got the shrimp tacos and they were so flavorful that I almost gasped. The creamy sauce, crunchy veggie toppers, smooth avocado, and perfectly cooked shrimp...just wow. I will be dreaming about this dish for years to come. I am a pescatarian and gluten free and there were TONS of options for me. They mostly use corn for everything, not flour. The staff was gracious and kind. They seemed a little understaffed but truly made the most of it and made every table feel attended to and special, which was so lovely. Really cool vibe- lots of art and special touches. A really cool place that I can't wait to recommend to friends.

    Went back to Maiz Molino recently on a Sunday night for dinner w/ friends. I was disappointed to…read moresee that the menu has changed a lot (and not just seasonally, but just a completely different menu) since the last time I visited (maybe a year ago or so). Before it seemed like Maiz Molino was focusing on elevated, unique Mexican dishes (shown in the pics in my prior review such as short rib, and other sort of "fusion" dishes, and more seafood focused, etc.) Now, the menu seems way more generic and casual like enchiladas, tacos, quesadillas, tamales, etc. just offered w/ different proteins. They are still focusing on maiz but just a bit more generic in the preparation and offerings. Also, they had 2 separate menus which was a bit confusing. One is a generic all day menu and then another menu had brunch and dinner on it. It was around 5:30 p.m. but they were out of a particular steak dish that we were interested in. Service was friendly. We had enchiladas, a dip sampler (for appetizer) and Tlacoyos. Everything was fine but nothing really stood out, sadly. It wasn't very busy while we were there, so hoping that they are doing ok as a business. I would love to come back if they brought back the old menu w/ things that you cannot really find elsewhere, including the great cocktail menu and desserts that were offered previously.

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    Hatch Cantina

    Hatch Cantina

    4.3
    (412 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Full bar

    Customer service 11/10. Our server Mary was extremely knowledgeable on the drinks and food menu…read more Extremely helpful with alternatives. Such a wonderful and overall best restaurant experience EVER! I would recommend everybody go here especially because of the friendly, most welcoming service we received visiting here!

    READ THIS. I'm very excited to tell you this horrible story pleaseeeee read it. Just to let you…read moreknow the waiter was rude from the moment we walked in.So I came into this restaurant with my old friend to have some yummy food and we sat down. My friend asked for a frozen margarita but the waiter in a very rude way said we don't do that here. Whatever. Very rude and upset my friend. We did have plans after this so we were excited to get our food ordered but this waiter decided to ignore us for a good 20 mins before FINALLY taking our order (place was not very busy) and before he did he'd periodically walk by and glare at us. Ridiculous. When we got the food I took a bite of the hatch chilli rellono (I'm bad at spelling) which was NOT advertised as being spicy. But I myself like spicy things so it wouldn't have been an issue except when I took a bite of one of the two and it BURNED. This dish was not supposed to be spicy at all. It was bad and I had to spit it out. Very spicy as in bad. My stomach hurt a lot from the extreme ness. Meanwhile my friend was confused. She ate the whole one she had been eating then went on to finish mine thinking I was crazy for my reaction. She took a bite and was surprised very much by the spiciness!!!! Her stomach hurt a lot too. So for some reason there was a hot spot. Sabatoge? I'm not against it as when the waiter came back and we told him the story he didn't look shocked at all and even hid a laugh. HORRIBLE. But the non spicy one was good said my friend. I'll never know. Come here at your own risk. Not to mention how hot it was when they had a perfectly fine working ac. The food left us sick for hours. 3/10 ( I gave three since the non sabatoged one was good)

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    Pablo y Pablo

    Pablo y Pablo

    3.8
    (617 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    We had a great experience enjoying the happy hour (ends at 6p) on a Friday. We made a reservation…read moreand are glad we did because it was packed. We brought a lap infant and the staff was accommodative and helped us find space to park our stroller. I enjoyed the margaritas, especially the blood orange margarita. You can get a double for just $5 more at happy hour! We enjoyed the food. The guacamole and chips were great and fresh. The street corn was delicious. I got three tacos: two fish and one pork belly. Honestly the fish tacos were pretty dry, I wouldn't order them again. However the pork belly taco was excellent.

    I We ordered the classic "small" nachos and the chicken tortilla soup. The nachos were anything but…read moresmall--they were easily enough for 4-5 people to share. Loaded with cheese, jalapeños, and tomatoes, they were delicious and generously topped. My only wish is that the sauce had been spread more evenly instead of mostly served on the side. The chicken tortilla soup was also a generous portion and nicely presented. The flavor was good, although I wasn't completely sure the chicken was cooked to the ideal texture. The outdoor patio can get surprisingly windy, even in the summer. The staff was friendly and welcoming, but service was a bit slow. If you're looking for a relaxed meal and don't mind lingering, it's a great spot. Overall, the huge portions and tasty food make it worth a visit.

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    Beer, ceviche, and vibes.
    Beer, ceviche, and vibes.
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