El Quetzal
| Address: | 3211 Beacon Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144, USA |
| Phone: | +1 206-329-2970 |
| Site: | facebook.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM Closed |
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Jen Havener
Astonishingly good food. I have the Huaraches Gigantes with pork and cactus and nearly pass out from pleasure every time. Of course, almost everything is Gigante (Gigantic), their tortas (sandwiches) resemble two plates made out of bread and filled with meats and vegetables. Im gluten-free, so Ive never tried one, but I doubt I would make it halfway through one of those! If you are not on a diet, they have Horchata (a delicious rice milk drink {not vegan}) but they also have an Horchata Cocktail. This drink, too, is Gigante, and nearly knocked my good freinds out. Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime drink.
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scott sammons
We went for dinner. We started with drinks, and I had the house margarita. I am not necessarily a margarita or tequila connoisseur, but I thought it was great. The chips and salsa was free, and a welcome snack to our late arrival. The menu did not have a burrito. Perhaps a basic option compared to all that they did offer (much of which Ive never heard of or seen offered elsewhere) but it was the exact thing my dining partner wanted. I ended up ordering a Pambazo, a "Traditional sandwich served in street markets in Mexico" and was very good, with veges and shredded chicken. Well definitely be back.
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A Private User
i got so mad because i drove all the way from northgate and got there just five minutos before 8 pm and they didnt want to attend us !!!! that was so stupid attendant said they usually close five minutos before 8.........................................never going back.............................................huarachitos is also good and the best they open late on friday an saturday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
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Jason Richert
Still a quintessential experience that I bring people to all the time. The tortas are massive and amazing, cactus salad (nopales) that is so delicious and a menu that will leave you wondering what to get since it all sounds so good! Take the time to come here and try some true, authentic Mexican fare - its worlds away from your Americanized chain Mexican food. The food will fill you up and the service will leave you smiling!
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Scott Cates
Nice fish tacos. Baked fish with tasty crunchlings inside. Kind of a fun decor too but beware the mens bathroom lol. Decent service but not overly accommodating. I asked for fewer onions and was told they were easy to pick out. My take on this is that if they are easy to pick out, then the kitchen staff can do it and make the customer happy. It wasnt busy when I went.
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Jordan Hilliard
Ive been frequenting this family-owned & operated gem for the better part of a decade now and Ive hand it to them, its some of the best in town. Large servings, great food, and genuine service are all part of the secret sauce (second only to their homemade cactus salsa). If down-to-earth, quality Mexican food is what you want, look no further than El Quetzal.
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Richard Geasey
If youre tired of the same old Azteca style Mexican style food then check out El Quetzal. A great meal with nice service with parking right in front of the restaurant. It was my girlfriends sons birthday and they gave him a cool El Quetzal tee shirt. Definitely a place to return to!
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Cesar Montiel
This is a great place where you can find the best authentic mexican food in Seattle. Realy good flavor and realy nice service. Every time I flight to Seattle I have to be there. I realy recommend this place to every one who enjoy the real mexican food.
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Ellis Johnson
Food has been consistently good for the most part. Had dinner there last night and one of the dishes was quite salty. One thing to keep in mind is that theyre only open until. 8 on weekdays (bar is open until 10). Solid 4 stars.
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Iván Alejandro Mont
El excelente lugar con auténtica comida mexicana,buen ambiente y excelente servicio!
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Suraj Lobo
Truly the best Mexican food Ive had in Seattle. Coupled with great service, this is the place to go. I alternate between vegetarian and non and this place caters well to both. Try their veggie quesadilla!
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Natalie MacKnight
The authenticity of this place is impressive! The place has a great vibe and I cannot rave enough about how delicious their food is! Hand-made tortillas and so much FLAVOR! Im coming back very soon! :)
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Richie Simpson
2 times Ive been here and have never been let down! Chicken Enchiladas Verde was delicious. Ricos Tacos (Carne Asada and Adobadas) were delicious. Price is fair and the service was always friendly!
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Tango Duke
Id drive from Everett! This was great! I popped in on my way to the VA clinic and the enchiladas were awesome! A little heat, packed full of chicken, looking forward to another visit.
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DRE D
Wonderful food, and a great wait staff. Juan also has some of the best tequilas in the city. What does that mean? Awesome margaritas, and terrible life decisions. Greatness!
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Lauren Braun
Delicious food with authentic, fresh flavors. Nicer than the average Mexican restaurant. Went after the lunch rush was gone and service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend!
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Omar Sanchez
Muy rica la comida y el servicio es muy bueno te atienden muy bien.
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Johnny Kehr
Not bad! Lot of interesting dishes. Taste was good but nothing mind blowing. Extra chips and salsa were 2 bucks which seemed kind of nickel and dime-y.
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BJ Levitt
The food at this place is wonderful. The menu selection and presentation go beyond the fare found at the more typical Mexican restaurants in the area.
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A Private User
Great, authentic Mexican/Central American cuisine. Being from Central America myself, I know real the real deal when I taste it, and this is it.
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Rebekah Leigh
El mejor lugar de autentica comida mexicana en Seattle.
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Ben Warden
Family friendly restaurant with a separate party friendly bar. Great food, try torta la gorda if youve worked up a big appetite.
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Josh Walters
Not your traditional Americanized Mexican joint (with respect to food), fast service, good prices, and nice staff.
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Jesus Masion
It was good but the only thing I did not like was they charge for there chips and salsa which wasnt worth it.
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Karyssa Mathison
Love love love! Sad that theyre not open on sunday. The tacos are amazing and the staff is great!
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javier angel
Esta super chingonas las tortas
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Juan Perez
Muy buen sason en las tortas
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Kathy Yasi
Great food. Excellent service. No wait. Giant tv. Sports. Video only, no audio.
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Juan Soledad
Tasty great food service food amazing very clean and family service ambiance !!
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Felipe Murtinho
Excelente comida!
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Marco Ochoa
Comida es rica
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John Laramie
Authentic Mexican hole in the wall. The street taco are muy bueno!
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Eduardo Cruz
Great tasting authentic Mexican food, and extremely polite staff.
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A Private User
jamaica and horchata are good with carne asada or enchilada
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Jose Eduardo Lopez
The food is good and sometimes the service is no so good.
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Ryan Shackleton
Great unique Mexican food. Great outdoor seating area.
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Jen Cole
Authentic fresh and unique flavors. Kid friendly too.
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Josh N
New family place for us with authentic foods
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brion gamboa
You want real mexican! This is the place!
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Adrian Cox
Best Mexican food Ive had in Seattle
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Leigh Nelson
The torta with cactus is fantastic.
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Lucas Walter
The hours really need to be longer.
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Dan Halos
Slow service but great food
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Joann Briggs
Good food. Fast service.
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Brian Campbell
Their food is very tasty
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Miguel Castro
Good food and service
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K Moss
Very authentic food.
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Kevin Moore
Great margaritas
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Giovanni Hermeyer
Best food ever.
