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    El Chito

    4.8 (94 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Food Stands
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    EL CHITO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Susan W.

    One of the BEST tamales I've ever had is the vegan mole tamale at El Chito. Super savory and I love that there's plant based protein and it's not just veggies. Definitely try the vegan tamale even if you aren't vegan!

    Beef tamal
    Paola D.

    I was born and raised in Mexico and I can confidently say that these are the best tamales I've ever had in my life. I've lived in AZ and CA and I haven't found any that are as good as these. Not even my grandmother's tamales are this good I added extra habanero salsa because I love spicy food and they were delicious. I would recommend this place! 10/10

    Pork and special vegetarian tamale
    Huong L.

    I saw this place at South Lake union Farmer market on Wednesday and decided to have a try. They sell mainly tamales, either by singles or meal combos which come with 2 sides. I decided to try a pork tamale and a special vegetarian tamale. The tamales are decent size and is pretty filling. Between the two tamale I definitely like the vegetarian one a lot better. It was not as dry as the pork one and more flavorful. Definitely would come back to try more flavors.

    Tamale of the week
    Ashley C.

    Was wandering around Capitol Hill last Sunday and luckily found these tamales!! You can get them frozen or steamed, and they also have bundles. Super filing and great, yummy texture.

    Carolyn P.

    Really though. Some of the best tamales in Seattle. Big and filling. Love the spicy salsa and the tamale of the day (today was asada). Wish they had a storefront but willing to run around town trying to find them. Call for larger orders or catering options!

    Gary W.

    Saw their cart at "Best of Hands" and had to try tamales as I'm originally from Fort Worth, Texas and I would pick up a dozen handmade tamales when I was there visiting. I was impressed with the appearance of the tamale and how the ends were tied neatly. Asked who made the tamales and was told by it was his father. Initially, I was hoping to see some chili sauce to cover the tamale, but found they were fantastic as-is with the habanero sauce. BTW, I had the special carnitas and the pork tamale. I would not hesitate to have them again and looking forward to seeing their cart again as it goes great with a beer at a brewery.

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    7 years ago

    Not sure what to say because of how much we love this place/truck/cart. Incredible tamales, delicious tacos, and zesty, fulfilling salsa.

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    5 years ago

    Best and healthiest tamales! I buy them and freeze them. I love the Breakfast , Vegan, Special, and Vegetarian!

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    6 years ago

    Best tamales in Seattle! The rajas tamal and the veggie one are my favorite! Plus Great costumer service and very reasonable prices...

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