I have been craving a ground beef wet burrito and theirs was exactly what I was looking for. The taste was incredibly similar to my favorite childhood restaurant. So good! Big portion, good flavor, relatively fast and worth the price. Will be back frequently. *It was perfect for my tastes, but if you like a lot of salt the refried beans might be a little bland to you. read more

I've been coming to this popular Mexican spot for over 30 years when they had their location on third avenue. This was way before the wave of chains like Taco Del Mar and Chipotle became popular and bougie Mexican style food and food trucks sold made in house sides and a la carte ordered. I love the Pike Place market hole in the wall location. There is always long lines that wrap around the block and the food is always delicious and inexpensive. In a city in which enchiladas and burritos cost close to $16-$20, this spot keeps its prices circa early 2000's at around $11. I'm happy to give a 6 dollar tip when o can. I've tried everything from the wet burritos, soft tacos and green chili mole. I've also done combinations of meats and their house salsas. This is truly a Seattle gem with a huge part of Oaxaca love. I would add to be patient while waiting in line. There may also be some homeless people on the street which adds character to the experience. read more

This might be the smallest restaurant in Seattle, with a flavours of food, this is my absolute GO TO downtown for lunch. You are literally going to walk past it, because it's os little. But when you find it, expect delicious, we'll seasoned, amazing food, for your face. It's basically a full service food stall. It's off the charts in value, and the guy running the place should be your new best friend, aka: great customer service. I love the wet burrito here it's packed with all the things, meat (or vegetables for the non-meat eaters) , cheese, veg, beans, rice.. wrapped in a tortilla, then sauce is POURED on top, then more cheese, then on the side, shredded lettuce, beans and rice. Look, this is what I generally get here, it's delicious, and you will get plenty of food. I love this place, the ambiance is street side, but yes, it's an amazing fixture to the market, and I love it. You will too. read more

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Small place but very few Mexican food in town. Seen microwave being used. It was ok, as I'm from California expected better. read more

La Vaca - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Tasty burrito and solid amount of food for the price. The chicken burrito hit the spot while exploring Pike Place. It does drip while holding it vertically as a result of the salsa so I would keep that in mind. The chicken also was mostly in one spot of the burrito while eating it which was a result of how the food was placed on the tortilla. Overall the food had good flavor and was very filling. read more

With so many places packed in the street and heavy foot traffic, this place can be very easily overlooked. It is just a small counter where you order and grab the food to-go, with a microwave and containers containing the ingredients to make a variety of food listed in the menu. My first assumption of a microwave being so visible from the counter makes it feel like I am going to eat preheated food, but that's used for sprinkling cheese to melt on top of the burrito. I got the wet burrito with carnitas, which is a lot of food for the price, though a majority of the burrito is the tortilla and rice. It comes with sour cream, salad, choice of beans (opted for retried beans), and rice. Carnitas is quite juicy and tender, jam packed with more rice and beans inside the burrito. It's definitely enough for a single filling meal, or 1.5-2 regular meals! It's definitely a hole in the wall place, as the decor and surroundings are a bit run down, but it is worth to check out. read more

La Vaca - Wet burrito carnitas - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great burritos all the time. I like the choice of beans and they have pretty quick service. You order at the window and you can eat inside the Pike Market. There are good places to sit inside. I alway request guacamole and sour cream. read more

I loved my burrito and it was cheap and huge... this is going to be my new go to lunch spot!

Fantastic food at affordable prices! This literal 'hole in the wall' stand has the best Mexican food at Pike Place Market. It's authentic and the service is spot on. However, note that everything is to go. There is not a place there to eat but you can find some tables inside the market close by or take it home as it travels pretty well. read more

La Vaca - 2 Taco Combo - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Maybe it's my fault. Maybe I came in with too high expectations, bolstered by these reviews. But my burrito fell apart almost immediately, and didn't taste that great either. I noticed that at least part of the food was made with a microwave; this business doesn't have a grill or a stove. The only reason I'm giving this two stars instead of 1 is that my wife liked her enchiladas. read more

I work downtown. I go out to lunch daily. I've been looking for a cheap lunch spot ever since PCC closed and La Vaca, along with Chipotle, have become my go-tos. Everything up and down the menu is low-priced here. My favorite is the Enchilada combo, which comes with two enchiladas with rice, beans, salsa, sour cream and your choice of meat. There's probably enough in here for two meals for most people, but I always end up eating it all in one sitting since I workout frequently. I try to avoid cliches, but this place is literally a hole in the wall. It's a one man operation, so they probably have low labor costs. I'd say the only downside is that there is no seating area and when you wait for your food, it's either waiting on the sidewalk or the foyer to one of the Pike Place buildings, so there are loads of people brushing by you, lol. read more

La Vaca - Chicken enchilada platter. - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

great place to pick up a quick burrito on the go! The food was flavorful and a GREAT value. I got the wet burrito combo with carne asada - the burrito was heavy on the rice & beans, could have a had a bit more protein. It was served with rice, beans, sour cream, & salad. the $10 combo easily fed 2 people for lunch. service was very quick and friendly - just a one man show, so you might have to wait a bit a busier times. read more

La vaca is one of those tiny literal "hole in the wall" joints tucked away near the street of Pike Place market. Run by two Mexican gents, the food here is super authentic, quick, and cheap! You can get a whole entree for under $8! Another huge plus is the hot sauce they deem hot is actually burn your mouth spicy! Finally a place that advertises their homemade salsa that has a kick to it. I got enchiladas that came in twos. You can choose between the sauces red, green, or mole - I chose the salsa verde (green). It is topped with a ton of shredded cheese so if you're not a fan of a lot of cheese ask them to tread lightly. On the side of your dish comes a shredded lettuce salad which is pretty much just lettuce and chopped tomatoes. Overall, this meal was pretty filling and left me feeling like I was eating an actual warm meal for lunch, homey and comforting. read more

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Great burrito and service from this spot! Nice place to grab a meal away from the Pike Place hustle and bustle.

Walk-up window in Pike Place Market, serving solid Mexican eats. I came here after finding out about this place on Yelp, as I was craving some casual Mexican food to take back to the office. Instead of going to a chain, I was on a mission to try a Seattle gem, so I'm glad I found La Vaca Burrito Express. I'm one of those horrible people who've walked by this place so many times, having never seen it before. I guess you take where you're from for granted. So when a Yelp review told me where it's located in Pike Place Market, I was shooting myself in the foot for having been a fool to skip out on this place for so long. I love that it's a walk-up window, located right next to the entrance of the Market's atrium plaza where there are seats available. Therefore, if you're looking for a place to sit down with your La Vaca Burrito meal, don't let the window discourage you. There are plenty of seats next door in the atrium. I ordered the Mexican Salad with marinated pork. It didn't take long for me to get my order and as I was walking back to the office with it, which is four blocks away, the container was starting to feel heavy. Sure enough - once I got back to the office to open my container, it was a large portion that I suspected it was. This is easily two meals in one! The Mexican Salad includes meat, rice, choice of beans, lettuce, guac, sour cream, pico de gallo and cheese. And it was all tasty! I liked that the pork was not at all greasy or oily, which can sometimes be the case for marinated pork. But the marinade/flavor on the pork was actually light, getting you to really taste the true flavor of the tender, shredded pork. I dug it. The rest of the meal was standard. I will say that since I personally am a spicy sauce fan - I would ask to get a side of hot salsa to go with the meal, to kick it up a notch! But this meal was solid and am now glad to have this option for something affordable, especially when walking around such a tourist area. read more

La Vaca - Mexican Salad w/ Pork - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

shoutout this place because i only saw one man working and not only was he so very welcoming, he was friendly, more than happy to help us and the food was fresh, delicious and make wif love. its also right out front of the pike marketplace, easy to find :) we got: taco combo meal: two crunchy tacos with grilled steak, my tacos did not stay together but thats only because they were so full of toppings, the rice was delicious and the horchata was yummy as well grilled steak quesadilla: came with sour cream and pico. freshly made, cheese was melty, they don't skimp out on meat. and a great price for a portion big enough to have leftovers for me. read more

Great hole in the wall restaurant at the Pikes Market. Great food with good price. Tried the tacos with enchilada combo including a beverage for $8 and very happy with what I got. The steak tacos were so tasty and the beef enchilada was seasoned just right. Will definitely return. read more

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Riquisimo! Leo makes the best tacos For $4 you get "mini burritos" that Leo calls tacos. They are delicious! With good quality ingredients. And it all comes with a smile and a fun setting read more

Cool spot! It's a "hole in the wall" but you can tell they know what they are doing. It's authentic Mexican food and quick. We got burritos and walked down by the gum wall and ate them with a view of city. read more

La Vaca - Waiting for our #2 - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This spot has an incredibly convenient location near the mouth of the Pike Place Market. There's nothing too crazy special about these burritos but as a broke traveler staying at the hostel across the street, it's everything I needed and more. I got a vegetarian burrito and they were able to add avocado (for an additional cost) and let me choose what type of beans I wanted. Hot sauce or spicy salsa would have been nice, but it really hit the spot regardless! read more

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Oh my....just friggin' get this!!! Carne Asada Torta!!! So delicious! The carne asada is so flavorful, torta is freshly put together with a nice toasty fresh bread, plenty of crema & guac, pico and lettuce.....super huge and plenty filling! Even had a gentleman come up to me and asked me where I got that from. The staff is super cool, they like to chat with you about soccer, test your spanish speaking skills if any, takes a few extra minutes as they make everything to order. Its all good, I dont mind people watching while I wait. Great lunch spot at a great price all at Pike Place Market!!! read more

La Vaca - Carne Asada Torta - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I have been searching for the perfect burrito in Seattle for the last 10+ years. I think that I have found it. Not only is this massive, but it's also delicious. Perfect ratio of meat/rice/beans. The added sour cream and guacamole are generous portions as well. This beats our everything I've tried, even great burritos in White Center. Also very reasonably priced. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

La Vaca - Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

5 stars great service and huge menu that's very flexible. Rice and beans are excellent as well as the chips and salsa. This place is authentic Mexican food which is so hard to find in Seattle. A must try if you want Mexican food and are in the area read more

Found a dead fly in my food. Disgusting and the guy was mad and rude about my findings never again. Saturday June 10th @1pm.

Stopped here on a whim for lunch and I'm so glad I did! I got the Torta with Adobada pork and it was amazing! The meat was flavorful and juicy and the sandwich itself was huge. I asked for an extra side of hot salsa and it did not disappoint in heat or flavor. The man working the counter was super friendly, and fast for being the only one doing everything!! 10/10 recommend stopping here. read more

Heard great things about this hole in the wall from multiple co-workers. It's at a great location at Pike & 1st Ave. Tourists everywhere during the summer, fun to people watch during the lunch hours. At times, it might look like there is a line, but it's just clueless tourists standing around, looking for Pike Place Market. The window aka the hole of the wall is nothing fancy. There is a nice menu board next to the ordering window with lots of options and the prices are amazing. The food here is awesome! Packed with flavor, meat, rice, beans, and all the fixings. And the portions are crazy huge for the price you paid. Very tasty Mexican food! The gentleman and his wife are both super friendly. He was telling me how he loves Messi and Barcelona FC. So passionate, you can taste it. There is a nice seating area inside the building. This is a great to-go lunch spot, if you work near by. Cheers! read more

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delicious and generous portion! i enjoyed a vegetarian burrito here and it was perfect. all the individual ingredients were fresh and i have to say that the rice was a total standout! so much flavor for food on-the-go read more

I was so happy to find a good and cheap Mexican place for lunch! I got the wet burrito with carne asada. It came with salad, rice, beans, and sour cream for only $8!!! It was enough for two people. The meat was generous and not dry at all. The other choices of meat are pork and chicken. There is also a no meat option with veggies, which according to my friend, was very tasty. It was a well balanced meal and super affordable. There is seating inside pikes place with tables and chairs. I would definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a quick lunch bite. read more

La Vaca - Carne Asada wet burrito with retried beans, rice, salads and sour cream - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

For a hole-in-the-wall (literally) taco stand, this is about as good as it gets. I've sampled quite a few taco trucks, stands, restaurants ... anything taco related, really, in my day. La Vaca is as authentic as it gets, and I feel like I'm back in Southern California again. The portions are more than satisfactory, especially for the price (yowza!). I mainly get the burritos here, but have enjoyed a few other items on the menu as well. If you're a fan of horchata, make sure to give it a try. Not to mention, I've had such overwhelmingly friendly service and zero gripes when I customize my meals (I customize more obnoxiously than Meg Ryan in When Harry Met Sally sometimes), it's completely deserving of 5 stars. read more

La Vaca - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This burrito place is AMAZING. Very friendly service, great price, easy to understand menu. The serving sizes are generous and the food is absolutely delicious! Highly recommend if you are looking for a quick meal down at the market place! read more

My Bf and I came here from Los Angeles and we were walking to another restaurant but we were starving when we passed this and saw the menu. There's just one guy that's working inside this little shop but he was so friendly and sweet! We got the torta de asada and a salad with green chicken. My Bf swore this was the best torta he has ever had. And he loves tortas. He also tried my green child chicken and said it was so authentic. We wanted to come back again for dinner the same day but we ate a fudge sundae and then had no more room for it. Definitely recommend!! 10/10 read more

La Vaca - Green chicken salad - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Not the best Mexican food I've had but NOT bad for what you can get from a hole-in-the-wall near tourist trap Pike Place Market! The food was obviously microwaved but the taste wasn't bad and it was cheap! It's good enough for downtown because there's no good Mexican food near downtown Seattle. read more

This is a tiny stand with no seats, with super welcoming staff. I got the al pastor wet burrito here and its deliciousness was beyond my expectation. The price was affordable too, a wet burrito was less than $8, with sides of a salad, beans and rice. The only downside is that they don't provide bags to carry the food, I had to hold the food all the way back to my office, which was awkward. But I will come back. Update: Took a star off for the long wait after ordering (they're short-staffed during peak hours). I tried to call them to order for my group before we departed so our food could be ready when we get their, I tried to call 3 times without answering. read more

A tiny hole in the wall with super friendly staff. Went with coworkers to grab some wet/dry burritos. We tried calling to place an order so we could stop by and grab our food since this spot doesn't have a place to sit. but got no answer after three tries. The burrito I got was super delicious at an affordable price. Don't think you can get a burrito for $6.50 or wet burrito for $7.50 that taste this good! I added jalapeños with mine (cost extra) which was a good choice because I felt without it, it didn't have the extra kick I needed. My coworkers ended up adding Sriracha to get it to their liking. Definitely will stop by again, but the wait was a little longer than expected (they only had two workers during lunch hours). read more

La Vaca - Wet burrito!! - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Yep - totally a hole in the wall. You might be able to fit three people in there shoulder to shoulder if no one ever turns around, but that would definitely be a crowd. The burrito was huge and fairly cheap, although it was kind of a soggy mess by the time I got it back to the office, and the chicken in red sauce had a nice kick. I ordered the combo that came with rice and beans, but neither of the sides were that good and I think there's rice and beans in the burrito itself, so next time, I'd stick with just the $5 burrito. It's a bit far to be a regular lunch spot for me, but when the weather's nice, I'd like to come back and try some of the other fillings. read more

This is a positive 3 stars, not a negative. Got it? What can I say? I love me some burritos! In fact, it's one of my three favorite things that start with the letter "B", and La Vaca Burrito Express makes a good one. They're large, full of good stuffing, and they're all into organic and not using oil and basically making food that isn't going to kill you. They were structurally sound so by the end I wasn't eating a sloppy tortilla full of Mexican mush. I approve. They're fast, they take cards, and the fellow behind the window was friendly. Did this burrito change my life? No, but really, not all food has to. I'd stop by and get one again, no doubt about it. read more

Took advantage of Jet Blue's $10 o/w ($40 RT after taxes) from Long Beach (LGB) and spent 24 hours in Seattle: what I found. Who ever called this place a restaurant must be insane. The place has a window that you order, and a door to get out for the two that work this tiney 10x8 feet place. There is no place to sit, but there is a look-out point around the corner of Pike's Fish Market (great way to relax during lunch). But what a deal! For $6, you a wet burrito with your filling, a side of beens and rice with sour cream. Add another buck and get a canned soda. It's fast, fresh and easy. Great for those on a budget and on the go. Great for lunch! read more

Because I practice lazy lunch packing like it's my religion, I constantly find myself looking for a place to grab lunch downtown that is inexpensive and delicious. It is rare to find a place that will fill your belly for $5 in the market area--La Vaca does the trick! I love their pork soft taco! The pork is juicy (SO juicy) and delicious, and the soft taco is the size of a guinea pig (a chubby one at that). Cheap, easy, fast, close to work? I'm sold! The service is usually pretty friendly, but they don't waste your time with a lot of chit-chat. They are smiley and make a great soft taco. I'll be back for more. read more

Okay, since I'm no longer haunting the Pike Place I figure I can let this little secret out of the bag. This is my $5 burrito joint. It's a hole in the wall - literally - those people better be family because it's awfully tight in that closet yet somehow they managed to fit enough equipment in there to crank out some authentic Mexican food. I always get the burrito, wrapped in foil, and go stand around and read the t-shirts in the store next to them, or watch the ladies promenade up and down First Avenue - nothing warms you up on a cold, rainy Seattle day more than the lovelies parading up and down the hill in front of this joint. Grab a burrito, $5. Done. No service, no TV, no parking, grab it and go - if you work in WaMu tower or close by this is within walking distance and a helluva lot cheaper than Japonesa or Thai Ginger. The people are nice, the food is quality (I've eaten here dozens of times and never had a problem). The ultimate Dive - someone email Guy Fieri, except if he tries to do the show in front of the place his car will get towed right out from under him. =;^) read more

Very solid burrito joint right by the office. Cheap, tasty, pretty much what you're looking for when it comes to quick Mexican food. Their menu is pretty large with your standard burritos, combination plates, and tacos. I ordered the two crispy taco and enchilada combo to go (there is no seating here) and enjoyed it. Unfortunately, my taco shells weren't very crisp by the time I got back to the office. Everything tasted good though. Recommend for your cheap Mexican food crave! read more