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    Matador Redmond

    3.5 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Nellie C.

    Great food here, but service is always a crap shoot! I think it's bc I get seated in areas where my servers seat their friends or regulars ~ idk! While I enjoy their Tex Mex, I also REALLY enjoy their Wagyu Bacon Cheeseburger! (I know, I know!) I always order a margarita with it though! Ha!

    Grilled fish tacos
    Roberth K.

    Came for a "post long-run" meal on a Sunday, must have arrived after the lunch crowd because the place was almost empty, and whenever I pass by here otherwise there's almost always folks waiting outside. ‍ Opted for bar seating, chatted with the bartender about the menu and settled for the grilled fish tacos. Didn't check the actual menu item, so I was quite surprised when they arrived with rice and beans. Ah well, I needed the calories and carbs for sure. Place was almost eerily quiet due to so few patrons, and most were either on their phones or reading a book, so not sure how the ambience is on a regular day. Food was ok, but there are better tacos around Redmond if that's what you're after. Ok place, decent prices, good service.

    Srinidhi V.

    Great spot! One of the few spots that are open till late at night and quite packed at that. The drinks are great, highly recommend the cucumber jalapeno margarita and pineapple habanero margarita. They have a lot of vegan options and beyond meat substitute options. The street tacos and vegetarian matador bowl with habanero sauce are a must try. They have complimentary chips and salsa and happy hour from 10pm to close which is awesome for a group hangout.

    Chimichangas
    Ciara W.

    The Matador in Redmond is one of my favorite locations. The space is bigger than the Ballard one, so it feels a lot more comfortable when it gets busy. It's a great spot for dinner with friends, group outings, or even just sitting at the bar for drinks. The atmosphere is always fun and lively without feeling too crowded. The food here is always really good, and the portion sizes are great. I almost always end up taking leftovers home, and a lot of the dishes are perfect for sharing. Their happy hour menu is also one of my favorites. Good prices, good portions, and it's nice whether you're going with a group or just stopping in for something small. They also have a really good bar with lots of drink options, and the margaritas are always solid. Service has been consistently good every time I've gone, and everything usually comes out quickly even when it's busy. Overall, a really reliable spot in Redmond for good food, drinks, and a fun atmosphere.

    Top shelf
    Sravani D.

    Matador pleasantly surprised me! The place has a really cool vibe with a serene, relaxed ambience, and the service was excellent. Our server Andrew was awesome and took great care of us. The drinks were on point -- I ordered a top-shelf margarita and it was perfect. For food, I had the chop salad with chicken and it was amazing. We also ordered the Matador bowl, which was really flavorful and delicious. I asked for a spicy salsa on the side and they brought out this smoky, spicy salsa that was absolutely incredible. Overall, great food, great drinks, great service. Definitely coming back!

    Braised carnitas
    Jinny C.

    Beautiful restaurant with slightly pricey but tasty Mexican food great for a not-super-casual meal. We ordered braised carnitas, enchiladas, and a matador bowl which all were crowd pleasers. They were bigger portion sizes well.

    Brussels sprouts!
    Chris R.

    Foods always solid for a late night bite. Service is great, we're usually in the bar and they're on top of their service. It's a busy bustling restaurant so it's usually louder and busy but not bad enough to not have a conversation. I don't think it could be beat for food later into the night.

    Baked Brussel Sprouts
    Jeff I.

    Five of us went for happy hour. Drinks - Habenero Pineapple Margarita, Cadillac Margarita, Strawberry Mango Margarita, and a rum and coke. The food was street tacos - pork, Grande Nachos with Beef, Chicken Quesadillas, Crispy Brussel Sprouts and the Haba Shrimp. The food was good but not spectacular. The biggest hit was the Sprouts. Smoky and crispy with good flavor. Everything else was cooked well just not inspired. Excellent service. Table of five arriving at 4:30. Got seated in five minutes. Upon leaving there was a more significant wait.

    street tacos
    Jaymee S.

    === Overall === A decent spot to watch the game and eat chips and salsa and a couple tacos in downtown Redmond. Maybe skip drinks. === Food === Street tacos: Good, and the chicken was surprisingly flavorful. The limes they gave to squeeze didn't have any juice in them though :( Lots of onions on them. Margarita: This was my first time ordering a Margarita but I thought they were traditionally served in special glasses and had a salt rim. I ordered a passion fruit margarita and was charged for one as well, but the drink I got didn't taste anything like one nor look like one, no salt rim or passion fruit flavor- tasted like strawberry. Drank like 3 sips and paid for it anyway because our server wasn't around much at all. Burrito: Decent, but very large and a little hard to eat. Chips and salsa: Probably my favorite thing here lol, good flavor. === Service === Service was okay, but they didn't come around much. Didn't check up on us and we had to flag a different server to ring us up after we sat around for a long time. === Ambiance === Pretty nice inside and that's what made us want to try. A lot of people watching the sports games on the TVs inside which was fun.

    Impossible Street Tacos
    Ami S.

    Went in on a late night, it's open till 1am. Late night happy hour ( on food) score. Ordered black berry margaritas and house margaritas. Chips and salsa yummy. Ordered guacamole and salsas and impossible street tacos. Everything is so delicious and service was good. Btw we ordered the second order of impossible street tacos. Love the decor and fire pit in the middle, felt so comfy on a cool night. Enjoy the food, drinks and ambiance.

    April L.

    Food Matador offers consistently high-quality dishes with bold flavors. The beef fajitas were exceptionally well-prepared, tender, and flavorful, though slightly heavy on the oil. The beef tacos were outstanding, featuring a well-balanced combination of soft brisket and perfectly crisp fried onions. The variety of accompaniments--salsas, guacamole, and pickled toppings--added both customization and depth to the overall dining experience. Even as a takeout order for a large group of 10-15 people, the food maintained its flavor and quality despite losing some heat during delivery. Service This visit was for takeout, so service cannot be fully evaluated. However, in previous dine-in experiences, the staff at Matador have been consistently attentive, professional, and welcoming, enhancing the overall dining experience. Atmosphere The restaurant's atmosphere is one of its strong suits. With its warm, inviting design and vibrant yet comfortable energy, Matador is well-suited for a range of occasions--whether a small corporate gathering, a group of friends, or a casual night out. Value Pricing is on the higher side compared to standard Tex-Mex restaurants, but the quality of the food, the thoughtful preparation, and the ambiance make it a worthwhile choice for special gatherings or when the experience itself is a priority. Overall Matador delivers a consistently strong dining experience, marked by flavorful dishes, a welcoming atmosphere, and reliable service. It remains a worthwhile destination for both casual and special occasions.

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    Kristine G.

    Great spot to have drinks with friends! The interiors are great, the noise level is quite high. The food was good, I enjoyed the Ribeye Tacos I ordered. The Dip Flight was ok. The service could be improved though. It took 30 mins before our server took our orders. I requested for a soda refill and that took about 20 minutes.

    Enchiladas Divorciadas
    Poojitha a.

    We decided to try this place, and it was a great choice! They have outdoor seating, but it's only available until sunset. We started with a watermelon drink , it was refreshing and really good. They also served complimentary nachos, which was a nice touch. For appetizers, we couldn't decide between the shrimp options, so we asked the staff for a recommendation. Since we wanted something spicy, they suggested the Haba Prawns, and they didn't disappoint! For the main course, we had the Enchiladas Divorciadas and the Habanero Enchiladas. Both were tasty, but I personally liked the Habanero ones more. Overall, the food was flavorful, and the menu had a lot of interesting options. And the ambiance is kind of dark.

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    The food is amazing! One of my favorite spots in downtown Redmond, it can be a bit expensive but the ambiance is quite nice too

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    Hi! Do you take reservations?

    No reservations, first come first serve. Even for large groups.

    Are you going to be open for takeout on Thanksgiving?

    Hi Nic, we will be closed Thanksgiving Day, but open the day before and Black Friday if you get tired of cooking!

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