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    Gracia

    4.1 (460 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
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    Happy hour specials

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    Mahak Jain J.

    Lovely ambiance with such a warm and cozy vibes and service was quick . We had reservation so we were seated immediately as we reached . We orders chip and dip and chip were nice. They were baked and not fried and it had good flavour and dip was nice too don't remember what it was made of. For main course I took enchilada vegetarian which was average . The sauce was tangy and no flavors were coming on it . So reducing a star here.

    Chicken Burrito Bowl
    Jane L.

    Stopped in for a quick late brunch and we ordered a few tacos in addition to a burrito bowl to share. The burrito bowl is hefty fyi! During brunch, it typically comes with poached eggs as well. Upon asking if we could have them fried instead, staff were so kind and friendly to make the accommodation. Although my favorite dish probably leans the Fish Taco (devoured it before I could capture a pic). Perhaps something about being being wrapped in a warm tortilla.. Solid spot if youre in the ballard area!

    Yikhwan D.

    I think Gracia is great! It was a very packed evening and they may have been short staffed. Either way, the server was kind and did her best to attend to our needs. As for the food, i thought everything tasted great. Nicely plated tacos, chips and salsa to go with a great marg...at a typical Ballard restaurant price.

    Salad and Chicken Tortilla Soup
    Arielle M.

    TLDR: Restaurant week menu $35/person for app, entree and dessert. Lots of seating. Brunch menu available. Quick and considerate service. First time here on a Sunday after peaking at the Ballard farmer's market. We sat outside, and the heaters provided made it perfectly comfortable for a chilly day in Seattle. Unpictured: pineapple agua fresca was delish and refreshing. Portions were HUGE; great value for the price. Every dish also had a hearty amount of meat, which made it even more worth it. Plus, all the chicken was super tender! Appetizers and entrees came with a good mix of ingredients and flavors that made eating it exciting. The desserts weren't our favorite flavor wise, but the textures were also nice and soft. We could tell everything came out fresh, because they were piping hot ! (Except the salad ofc). Would come back for sure.

    Sherrie K.

    Seattle Washington The chips and salsa are important. They're not just something to tie you over until the food arrives... We always think that handmade chips, yes! And excellent salsa are a good indicator of things to come... I would definitely visit Gracia again. The food was delicious! High ceilings, clean, simple and well appointed the restaurant has an inviting and comfortable neighborhood feel. Hey, it's always cold in Seattle even in the summertime and a hot delicious bowl of pozole hits the spot every time. This was a delicious find.

    Ughh delicious mix of tacos
    Joanne H.

    It was a cold windy summer night when I wandered into the Gracia spot.. really really amazing. Was met with warmth, food and a bundle of joy. Sopa de Lima.. my all time favorite. I forget our servers name but she was wonderful. So so amazing. She came to check on us throughout the night, offered the best recommendations and even brought over hot sauces! Even though we were here around 10pm close to 11pm closing, they were still incredibly chill and friendly. Such a testament to a great staff. We ordered a variety of tacos, sopa de lima and some chips +salsa verde. Such an amazing spread with warmth, flavor and spice!!

    Fish taco and brisket taco! Delicious freshness of the tortillas and crispness of the fish was very comforting on a cold February day!
    Jane R.

    Cozy atmosphere delicious food all handmade and nice flavors. Everything is very well made with lots of Alma

    Joy Q.

    5/5 Ambiance and service Great patio seating with music. Friendly service. Ambiance was amazing and festive 5/5 Chips and Salsa: flavorful 5/5 Black garlic sikil pak: unique flavors and very nutty 2.5/5 Huarache: carnitas were stewed tender but this flavor lacked flavors and didn't taste unique. The pork had a "porky" taste 4/5 enchiladas con mole 5/5 enchiladas suica: my favorite dish of the night!!!!!! Super refreshing taste profile and the cheesy texture/taste stood out and paired well with everything else

    Taco Bowl
    Brandon P.

    came in with some buddies for lunch and glad we did. Atmosphere is modern and inviting. Service was great and the overall experience was solid. The tacos were a solid portion size, meats were seasoned well and tender. The tamale special was BOMB. super moist, filled with tender pork and dressed with a great salsa, crema. the fried eggs complimented the dish well. I would certainly come back.

    Uday M.

    Gracia in Ballard is an easy five-star spot for Mexican food in Seattle. The vibe is cozy and lively without being too loud, and it feels like a great place to hang out with friends or go for a casual date night. The food tastes super fresh and flavorful, and the prices feel very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. Their tortillas are made to order, and you can really taste that warm, fresh-made difference in every bite. The tacos are big, loaded with fillings, and honestly, a couple of them can be a full meal. Their in-house sauces are awesome. They are really flavorful with just the right amount of kick to level up anything you are eating. I also loved their hot fruit punch. It's a perfect cozy drink on a cold Seattle winter night. Don't skip dessert: the churros are unique and super good. They fry them in a donut shape, make them fresh to order, and serve them with warm chocolate sauce. They have just the right amount of sweetness and are the perfect way to finish the meal.

    Campechanos & Pescado Tacos
    Carol C.

    Delicious tacos at Gracia in Ballard! At first I was skeptical about a $7.00 taco, but the meats are delicious and the filling is generous. I ordered the Campechanos (meat lover's) & Pescado (fish) tacos served on corn tortillas. They have two types of hot sauce and I went with the Habanero, which was on the sweeter side. Service was great! They provided great recommendations and let us know that there was a large party coming in 30 minutes while we were chatting away. Be warned that it's loud in the restaurant. They also have outdoor patio seating. Parking is challenging in this neighborhood, so be sure to give yourself some time to find a spot.

    Taco Platter
    Princess B.

    Had such a great experience here! I'm shocked that this is my first time since I frequent Ballard restaurants all the time. The service was wonderful, warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly from the moment we walked in. The menu is small but in the best way, no fuss and focused on really solid, well-executed dishes. The ambiance is laid back and perfect for a girl dinner! I can't remember exactly which tacos I ordered (sign of ordering too quickly because everything sounded good), but they were so flavorful and fresh. The chips, guac, and salsa were excellent... super crisp chips and the kind of guac you wish you could recreate at home. Ingredients seemed fresh, too! It's the kind of neighborhood spot that feels easy, relaxed, and reliably good. I'll definitely be back. Oh and the spicy skinny margs were BOMB!

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    Celina T.

    I love this restaurant: food, people, ambiance 10/10. It's an upscale authentic mexican restaurant, not too far from where I live so it's always my go to when I crave Mexican food. Their drinks were a bit stronger than usual, but the food (except for the ceviche) was cooked to perfection. I think my partner and I prefer the ceviche to have smaller cuts of fish than huge chunks, though I can understand that's always based on preference/taste. The fried octopus/pork belly was the best I've had here: wow, I'm so impressed with the execution! Def coming back for this dish again

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    The chips here are incredible! Truly some of the best chips of my life. Service and ambiance are good too :) I would recommend!

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    Great authentic dishes and a fun location. Service was prompt and welcoming. Pork belly tacos for the win!

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    Listen, I'm vegetarian and can't enjoy all the bites on the menu -- and I can tell you right now,…read moreI'd wait outside in the rain to eat the veggie bites, drinks, and desserts they offer. Legitimately that good. I honestly came by Pancita from an Eater article and Instagram post and jokingly suggested it to my friend when we already had dinner/drink plans. We both collectively lost our minds and decided, it was DOUBLE DINNER night and made 8:15 pm resys at Pancita. I do highly recommend reservations by the way, esp on weekend nights. We thankfully found street parking just outside and were seated promptly. Truly loved how simple and charming the interior was. I'll be honest, we were dying from 1st dinner even though we only ate a few bites but being gluttons, we got the tomato salad (my favorite bite of the entire evening), my friend got the suadero tacos for herself, and I ordered the enfrijoladas (mushroom) with a side of tortillas -- I couldn't resist! Everything I tasted was delicious and I am honestly planning my next trip back ASAP. We, of course, couldn't resist dessert cause WHEN I TELL YOU THAT CORN CAKE HAS MY ENTIRE HEART. If the capslock wasn't apparent, the dessert was incredible, giantly sized, and lives rent free in my head 5ever. Do yourself a favor and go to Pancita; it is one of the rare spots that deserves every bit of the hype being sent its way.

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