Grilled meats? Sounds good to me! I ate here with a couple friends in my last visit to Seattle. It was a bit off the beaten path for this out of towner (in the Georgetown area) but definitely worth the trek! We got here at 6pm on a Wednesday so there was no problem with seating, which was good because there isn't a ton of seating here. It's got an informal, hipster feel to it with some interesting wall murals. Seeing that it's tapas (shared plate) style, we got the lamb riblets, patatas bravas, flatbread, and a 1/2 pound each of the hangar steak, pork collar, and prawns. We really enjoyed our meal and everything was tasty (steak and pork collar really stood out for me) and we actually had a lot of leftovers- we could have gotten away with one less side and 1/2lb less of meat between the three of us- but it was great to try so many great things! read more

So this place is HIDDEN in the best way. So I walked in and was like am I in the right spot ? There was a deli counter only and a few metal tables I felt so dumb I asked them about a pickup order and they pointed me to this solid grey door and they told me to go right in . I opened this heavy door and was TRANSPORTED to a different spot ! It was trendy , cute, intimate, fun and lively ! I ordered the hanger and pork collar to go since I just drove three hours to get here after a 10 hour shift . I just wanted to relax with wonderful food . These entres were absolutely wonderful ! Flavorful , succulent and delicious. Every bite was seasoned and cooked with care and passion . I can't wait to dine in one day . Thank you for your friendly hospitality since I was greeted instantly . Food was outstanding! read more

Ciudad - Pork collar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Ciudad is one of our favorite date spots in South Seattle. We've been here a number of times for a date, with friends and large groups and have always enjoyed ourselves. The menu features a number of good, tapas/shareable plates (family style) that are great for individuals and groups alike. During our most recent visit we tried the Uli's Merguez (Lamb/Beef Sausage + Pork Collar w/ a Green Salad & Patatas Bravas. The Green Salad was a straight-forward salad. Good, but nothing special. The Patatas Bravas was very good. It had a nice mixture of crisp & starch (Think crispy French fry meets baked potato) and the Mojo Rojo had a really good smoke to it. The Merguez was good. I don't think it was particularly stellar, but I didn't mind getting it. Paired with the sauces (Mojo Rojo, Chimichuri, and Burnt Honey) it was really good. The Pork Collar (and Patatas) were my favorites of what we ordered. I really like their Mojo Verde sauce - I first tried it on a Potato dish (here) some time ago and have been hooked sense. Tender, flavorful - would recommend. Keep in mind the menu does change from time to time, so things so come and go from the menu. That being said, we've never tried something here that we don't enjoy. It's a cute, chill spot that's perfect for a casual night out or a mid-day lunch. read more

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It has been a bit since my last review. Ciudad is as wonderful as ever. A gem in Georgetown. Clean, casual, fun, but also with class. The service is consistently great. We always feel well cared for and appreciate how they all work together to coordinate timing from the kitchen and grill. It's always a challenge to decide what we want because there are so many delicious small dishes to choose from in addition to grilled options. Carrots versus cauliflower? Can't go wrong either way. Save room for dessert! I miss the coffee flan, but did enjoy the panna cotta with toppings that felt perfect for evoking warm holiday feelings. I don't usually drink alcohol but know they have a great selection. read more

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On 3/16/24, I went with two others to dine for dinner here. The entrance and sign is small enough to miss the restaurant, but you enter a space with a small deli counter and a grill for what looks like a take out space with a few barstools to wait. 5 steps into the place and there is a door that is heavy, made of metal that you pull open. Eat your Wheaties before you grab that door as it is heavy as hell. It opens to the restaurant that is filled with loud conversation, music, and people. The serving staff is pleasant and engaging, but the wait can be as long as an hour. Reservation are only for parties of 6 or more. We were able to squeeze in at the bar counter. A space designed, ideally for people 5'10' or shorter. The chairs at the bar counter border on torture, but the bartender was a delight. She was engaging and checked on us at appropriate intervals as I watched her perform magic at the bar mixing drinks I had a purple rain drink that was delightful, refreshing, with a splash of Prosecco that went well with the Prince song playing at the time.! We had humus and flat bread that was delicious, the bread was soft and warm. We shared Patatas Bravas: crisp Yukon gold potatoes with spice, a bit of salsa brava m, and a roasted garlic aioli that was wonderful. The Saffron Cauliflower: beautifully prepared with hazelnuts, dried apricots, and date molasses. This sweet/savory dish was amazing and well done. We ordered the chicken. Now all the meats and vegetables on their main dishes are grilled. I would grill everyday if possible and I am a chicken aficionado. The tahini -based spices and seasoning was tasty and I wanted more. The meats and veggies are ordered by the pound. So paying $44 dollars for a pound of chicken was catching but worth the experience. We also had a small bowl of raw vegetables that were refreshing and a great balance to the flavor intense chicken. Now this place is described as mediterranean, but the chefs are Spanish speaking and clearly have added their influence on the flavors. This can be missed by many but appreciated by a few. There is also a back room with a few more tables and a large plant that I would love to take home. I love the art and murals. I would like to come back, but I would need to remind some of my friends that the cost may be out of their range. I did not ask about to -go orders, but assumed they have them. An experience worth repeating. read more

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This is one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle. It's small and out of the way but the food is always so fresh, cooked well and incredible. I would eat here every week if I could. Service was friendly and helpful. I love that it feels like a speak easy when you push open the heavy door past the chefs cooking the meat. You won't regret coming here- get the 3 dips and bread and the steak is my favorite. Also the beets are fire! read more

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This place was a 10/10. My husband and I came here for a birthday celebration and it was so delicious. The service was top notch, drinks were a delight, and the food was soooo flavorful. Vibes are great, super cute spot. We will definitely be back. read more

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We had an amazing lunch. We got the carrots, the steak and the flatbread with the s'mores for dessert. So good! The service was amazing. So kind and so attentive. The place is a little hole in the wall but once you're inside it's very inviting and well appointed. We sat at the bar and it was perfect. Amazing sangria too! We will for sure be back when we are in Georgetown again. read more

Ordered two dishes, the chicken thigh and the saffron cauliflower. The saffron cauliflower was pretty flavorful but a little too sweet. Had planned on getting dessert but ended up not because my taste buds were kind of overwhelmed by the sweetness of this dish. Despite that, this was my favorite of the two. The chicken thigh was hugely disappointing. First of all it was cut up weird like teriyaki chicken slivers instead of whole thighs. The meat was dry and flavorless except for the inedible burnt parts and the flavored salt on the side. Another disappointment was that they didn't have salt cod fritters like I had seen posted on Yelp previously. The bartender said he had worked there for years and had never heard of it. read more

Ciudad - Marinated Tahini Chicken Thighs - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We ended up here by accident one Friday evening. We were lucky to find a seat at the bar. We found the food to be thoughtful, tasty and quite yummy. Everything was tastefully presented. The staff was friendly and professional. All in all, I would recommend this restaurant because when you eat there, you get something yummy that you are unlikely to make for yourself at home, which is my standard for eating out. read more

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Super cool. Hard to find speakeasy eats in rustic Georgetown. Food looks great. Just about to find out how great. read more

Ciudad - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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How have we not been here already? Awesome flavors all around. Super nice service. Great industrial vibe. But the food!!!! Crave-able, can't wait to go back. Get the carrots! The meat! Nom nom! read more

Delicious authentic food, super fun vibe and ambiance. Been here multiple times and the food is always consistently delicious. Can get super busy with long wait times especially on the weekends but it's worth it. read more

Sometimes you just want to order grilled meat by the pound. Ciudad is the place for that. Food is generally served family style and while the meats are the star, the vegetables and sides are just as flavorful. For 2 people, I usually order 1-1.5lbs of meat total and 2 veggie dishes. This is usually plenty and we leave feeling full. There's also a list of sauces you can choose from for an additional price and my only qualm with the food is that the despite trying all the sauces, there's none I feel are worth it. You also don't get a ton. But try them and see! Cocktails are solid. My personal favorite is the beet margarita. Service is friendly and wait times have been minimal the last few times I've been in. Overall a great choice for dinner in Georgetown! read more

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Excellent service and outstanding food. Good beer and even parking on the street. Steak sandwich and beets were outstanding. Highly recommend. read more

Great friendly service. The food was fabulous! Best hummus and baba ghanoush. Roasted carrots and beet dishes are fantastic. So tasty!!! read more

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Very good food and drinks. Recommend the Beet Margarita and the Pork. Service was good and food came out fairly quick. It was cool seeing the cook make the food when you walk in the door, and the skylight in the dining area brings in good natural light. read more

Ciudad - Pork with Chimichurri sauce - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Super discriminatory. Would not to go. Refused me and my service dog entry. I am beyond upset and never been treated so poorly.

The service was great, our waiter was attentive even when busy. Lovely cool decor with a nice outdoor seating near the grill. Enjoy the good smells. If you enjoy tequila, I'd suggest the smoky paloma. It was so good. Ordered the hanger steak and prawns. We had went for a late dinner and a lot of the popular meats were sold out.The flavor of depth on the meats were phenomenal. Perfectly charred and seasoned. We loved 2 out of 3 of the sauces we ordered. They are an extra charge and there's a deal if ordered 3. Our favorite sauce was the chimichurri- it went really well esp with the shrimp. Also loved the patatas bravas, nicely seasoned potatoes with a garlic aioli. Will ask for extra aioli on the side next time, great flavor. Would love to come back again and try more items on the menu. read more

The food here is so gooooood! We forgot to take pictures of the main entrees but we got some bomb fried chicken and fries, the steak, and flan for dessert. Which was the perfect ending to a delicious meal. We also ordered some drinks which were a great pairing. The waiters were very attentive and nice. I love the outdoor seating and didn't realize there was more indoor seating too. Definitely will come back here again! Super welcoming atmosphere! read more

Ciudad - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We went to dine here last night with a group of 7 and 1 baby. Immediately when we arrived we were welcomed in, the ambiance is lively and vibrant. Our host and server was great and personable! For the food we tried a lb of each of the meats and seasoned vegetables and was impressed! My personal favorite was the octopus (so tender), shrimp, salmon. For appetizers we ordered the flatbread with the dips! Love the yogurt one and hummus. I would totally recommend to pay a visit here. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in all of Seattle, and bonus points that it's in the south! My less favorite part is that they often have a huge wait (tried going once around 6pm on a Friday and they quoted 45 minutes). Cocktails were super unique and fun! And we loved all the dips and the lamb riblets! We also got the hanger steak and the pork collar, and both were delicious. Hanger steak was better though ;) Parking is street and can be hard to find during peak hours, but I'm always able to find a spot within a couple blocks. read more

Delicious, light food: I had the green beans with black garlic and 1/4lb grilled prawns. Both were delicious and filling. I tried my friend's harissa carrots and cauliflower- both were delicious as well! Loved the spicy carrot margarita. Would definitely come here again. We sat at the bar and service was perfect. The ambiance is sweet - sort of industrial design meets Mexico City (or what I imagine decorations might look like in a restaurant in La Ciudad de Mexico). read more

Amazing food, surprisingly fast service, and fun vibe. Our party of nine was graciously accommodated by advance notice via email. We were able to sample a large portion of the menu. Cocktails: spicy carrot margarita, Japanese denim, after hour, and the seasonal shrub. Everyone seemed to enjoy their drinks, and I can personally vouch for the delicious Japanese denim! Small Plates: flatbread & dip, crispy falafel, roasted beets, harissa glazed carrots, saffron cauliflower, seared haloumi, patatas bravas, grilled kofta, and lamb riblets. Everything was amazing, but the riblets were the true standout. Grill: chicken, hanger steak, prawns, and FOA 34 octopus. All very good, even though I'm not a huge octopus fan. We ordered some accompanying sauces (chimichurri, smoked yogurt, & burnt honey), but they were a bit redundant with the sauces/pastes leftover from the small plates. The kids later complained about fruit flies buzzing about, which I somehow didn't notice but was disappointed to learn. All of the dishes were beautifully presented, so I'm also disappointed in myself for neglecting to take any pictures! read more

Incredible food! Beautiful. Tasty. Phenomenal! Amazing drinks! Fun. Tasty. This place is unreal, it's so great! This is the BEST food I've EVER had! Ever! Holy Toledo!! Come and Check this place out! You'll love it- ambiance, food, drinks! And service? Ask for Zach! Cool, fun, talented, knowledgeable & handsome! read more

Great food, awesome atmosphere and good drinks as well! Service was excellent too! We went on a Friday and it was pretty packed. They don't take reservations which is annoying, so you may have a wait depending on when you go. read more

Wow! The food truly is as good as it looks. The atmosphere is also a fun and inviting vibe. It's very unassuming at first glance as the main seating area indoors in closed off. There's also a big patio area for outdoor seating, which makes a great place for large groups. We enjoyed looking at the art on the walls. Our party was a group of 8, so we were able to try a variety of things on the menu, our favorite apps were the cauliflower; roasted carrots, and lamb riblets. These were all amazing with full of flavor and textures. From the meat selection, we tried the pork collar; hanger steak; prawns, and octopus. All were cooked well but the octopus definitely stole the show. It was some of the most tender we have ever had. We also tried their sauces and bread which was fun to dip some of the meat in. Service was good, and our drinks were also very tasty. Out of the two desserts we tried, we loved the pineapple cake. The wanna gotta had a rosy/floral jelly on it that we all could not eat. It taste of like soap. Another item we could have gone without was the potatoes. Other than that, we loved our meal. Ciudad was on my list for a while and it exceeded my expectations. It is definitely now on my list for places to bring out-of-towners to. read more

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I have no idea how I didn't know about this place till now! Amazing food, cozy vibes. A lot of vegetarian options too! Went there on a Friday evening around 6 and the wait was one hour. Hung out at the Great Notion brewery which is a 3 mins walk while waiting for a table. Ordered beet margarita (3.5/5) and sangria on a rainy day (2/5). For food we got baba ganoush (4/5), roasted carrots (5/5), halumi cheese (5/5) and pear cake (5/5) Even though the drink were not the best I would still rate this place 5/5. Can't wait to go back! read more

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This is currently my favorite restaurant in Seattle. Everything is incredible and huge portions. The food is amazing, the cocktails are amazing, I love the vibe of the place. Great decorations. Servers are always nice as well. I recommend the beets and the lamb kofta. I will be returning often! read more

The food here is amazing. The flavor combinations are on point, and the grilled meet is excellent. We liked it so much we ordered extra to takeaway for lunch the next day. read more

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So so good. We tend to be the ones to recommend places to friends and family, and took some friends there recently and the experience was great as always. This was our third time. The service was great and the food was stellar! Although we have decided to eat less meat, we chose to treat ourselves to try their chicken and pork jowl and omg - they were grilled perfectly. We got a few sides - the potatoes, cauliflower, and falafel and all the dishes were solid. We've had their beets too in the past and it's one of my favorite dishes. Would highly recommend and look forward to going again! read more

Incredible food with a super cool vibe! Still dreaming about their baba ghanoush weeks later.

Unfortunately Ciudad has gone downhill for me. The last couple times I've been in the service has been not just bad but just plain rude. A sense of tension when you walk in and ask for a table, as if you, a paying customer, are a nuisance, is a red flag. Being snapped at because one of the members of the party is parking is enough to make me leave, which we did. There's a lot of great bites in Georgetown. I recommend going elsewhere. read more

Ciudad remains one of my favorite spots in Seattle, hands down. If I had to choose a top favorite... I guess it'd be the winner. It's outstanding for atmosphere and flavor. They just know how to do it. The outside seating has always been nice. Grab a chair and watch the low-flying planes roaring over, watch people getting lost on the sidewalks... It's a nice spot to be. Georgetown is a delight, and Ciudad fits right in. If you have to wait for a table, the neighborhood is full of great sites and cute houses. Go stroll to Hat 'n' Boots before or walk your meal off after. When I go, I always assume I'll be splitting a large amount of food with my date, so I'm only reviewing their a la carte-kind of options, never had the sandwich. Best advice is to pick some proteins, some veggie-forward sides, order a ton of sauces and flatbread and find your favorite combo. Their chicken is always good. I don't eat steak much, but I'll break my routine for this spot. Their salads and veggie sides are always great. The cauliflower and tomatoes... the haloumi. It's all wonderful. Nice chars on everything, plenty of salt and tanginess and a touch of sweet... They've got it down. For sauces, I highly recommend the garlic aioli and burnt honey. Smokes yogurt is also good, but you get a lot of smoke with the meal anyway! But the dips are also good and pair well with all their other items, especially the baba ganoosh and lebneh I'm always tempted by the desserts, but always too full of good food. Try one for me. Their wine list is good, and their colorful cocktails are fun. The only bad thing I can say is that when dining there last month, one of their servers was very very new. Didn't know some things, didn't ask us if we wanted second drinks or dessert, and was a little standoffish. Buuuut, these are trying times, and I understand. Hoping y'all can continue to stay afloat. read more

Ciudad - That seared halloumii! Tasted so buttery and wonderful - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was craving steak and luckily found this joint! From the street it looks like a butcher shop but go through the massive door and you'll enter a small restaurant with a bar. We came on a Saturday around 2PM and the place was still pretty busy. It was two of us and took about 15 minutes to get a table. Luckily they have some bar seating outside for us to sit at and we browsed over the menu while we waited. It was a relatively small menu so pretty easy to make a decision. We ordered 1/2 pound of octopus and 1/2 pound of hanger steak as well as roasted brussels sprouts and sauces - harissa, burnt honey, and black garlic aioli. Everything was absolutely delicious! The brussels sprouts were roasted well not burnt at all and topped with fresh cheese. The octopus was heavily covered in sauce but we still dipped it in the other sauces, mostly the burnt honey. The hanger steak was cooked a little more than I would have liked since we did ask for medium rare. The meal even came with a small salad with peppers which was refreshing. The black garlic aioli was my favorite sauce but I feel like you can't go wrong with any. Ended up being over $100 for everything which is a little more expensive than I would have expected but it was very tasty. read more

Ciudad - Roasted brussels sprouts - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The best food I have eaten in King County (the Sound to Snoqualmie Pass). I don't know if I appreciate the "sides" or the meat portions more, but we have eaten there twice over the Spring and the first was not an anomaly in how good it was. The cocktails are not to be missed either if that is your thing (it is apparently my thing when there). You will pay for this meal, but in Ciudad's case, the hype is real. I (and my spouse/friends/my in laws on the second) have not left with regrets either time. I don't know what else to say. Menu execution is chapeau. See you again. :) read more

food is delicious and flavorful. very unique sauces. service was friendly but slow, maybe because it was monday. they also didn't bring out the dish we ordered and overcharge us. it is spendy those small plates add up. casual place like Georgetown is seating was comfortable. read more

A bit hard to get a table with how busy and small spot. Went to get a table but they wouldn't seat two of us until our third was on property. This made it hard so we had to stand and have a drink while the table they had for us was free. Once we did get to close out are 1 drink and sit, excellent service and experience. Drink was OK, nothing to run back to. I order beet marg then carrot marg. Not a ton if taste but dang, beautiful color! Server was knowledgeable about amount of protein we should order which was helpful because you order meat by the pound and can make your meal family style. Cauliflower stuck out, the sweetness was so unique with the chopped dried apricots paired with the crunchy hazelnuts. Loved the hangar steak, great cook and marinate. The individuals sauces were the showstopper adding a perfect element to the meal. My favorite was the chimichurri which was all fresh herbs and a cannot miss. If you can get a spot, this is worth the experience! read more

Ciudad - Shishitos, Grilled Haloumi & Cauliflower. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Wow this place was amazing! I love the idea of sharing plates. Everything we ordered was honestly soooo good! I can't wait to come again! read more

Ciudad - menu - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Highly recommend the family-style pre fixe menu option to sample a little bit of everything. I'm a fan of the bright and thoughtful flavors and textures in every dish. I will be taking out of town guests here! Food: 5/5. I was impressed by every dish out put before us. Notable dishes were the beet salad, roasted brussels sprouts, and various sauces. The only complaint I have is that they brought the sauces out at the end, and we didn't have a chance to use them with any of the starter dishes. Atmosphere and service: 4/5. The artsy/industrial decor fit the area and cuisine style well. If you go with the pre fixe experience, be prepared to spend a lot of time sitting and waiting for every dish to come out. We had a group of 20 people and had made reservations days in advance, but the meal took 2+hrs. We loved that this enabled us to take our time and enjoy each course, but we didn't budget for lunch to take this long, so we took dessert to go. read more

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