Been loving this place, since before the beginning! I've been good friends with the owner, for several decades now and I continue to go there several times a month, because their food and drinks an vibe are always that good!!! When you go, definitely start with a signature MOJITO or 2, chat up with neighboring tables or the staff, then order up an appetizer, like the Empanadas, Ceviche or Tostones, then one of their large entrees! Ohhh...how I love their Shredded Beef or Lechon! Once you're done with your meal and order another mojito, definitely check out their postres/desserts menu! While I'm partial to their FLAN, my next favorite is definitely their Tres Leches! This will round out your savory/sweet palate and will go home super full and happy! I promise! Hope you check them out! ¡Salud Amigos! read more

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Neighborhood gem... warm environment through the wait staff... everyone works together to ensure everyone is getting service. Main focus is on the regular clients. Met at the door with I'm assuming the owner. Ordered Millionaires Mojito- great drinks! Cerviche- nice dish Marinated steak dish- excellent flavor Roasted pork dish- tender dish ... ... no complaints read more

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Easily one of my favorite spots in Seattle! Tucked into an unassuming neighborhood, Mojito has a stunning patio and offers the feeling of a small town in the middle of a big city. The chef is incredible and usually greets us personally while we are there. He is incredible warm and kind and makes us feel like family. His staff is amazing too and treats customers like they belong there. I always order the camarones Carmen Miranda and they are one of my favorite meals in the city. They come with some amazing sides and the flavor just can't be beat. I have never been let down here and always look forward to coming back! read more

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**Highly recommend !! Came right as they opened Sunday morning and it started to get busy within the hour. Wanted to try to Sunday special Oxtail soup but they didn't have it unfortunately :(( Both dishes were wonderfully flavorful and each comment had its own contribution to the overall dish. The tostones were a great "chip-like" piece to layer the beans and meat on top of and was not something I enjoyed by itself. The maduros were my FAVORITE ! Mostly because they remind me of my childhood AND because they were soft and sweet. I find that, sometimes, with those types of bananas they can be dry and flavorless. Very airy space with both indoor and outdoor seating. Best for groups of 4 or less. Street parking is available right out front or in the nearby neighborhoods of Maple Leaf. read more

Mojito - Parrilla Mojito Lunch + Vaca Frita Lunch (top) - Cuban Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The hub and I were in the area nearby and had to quickly decide what to eat for dinner. He has this place bookmarked since who knows when. But we trusted our fellow Yelpers and reviews that lead us here. Upon arrival, we ordered two dish that seems pretty popular among the reviews. It did not disappoint! The steak has a citrus taste to it that ties everything together. There's these two sauce that adds a nice kick to it, once has habanero on it so you kinda have to not overdo it. The service was quick, nice and friendly. I was surprised to how fast the food came out and how delicious it was. It was beyond my expectations. We did not try the mojito but it seems like every table has an order, so I'm pretty sure that's also their specialty. It was a casual environment with a lot of plaques of little leagues with kind words expressing gratitude on the wall. Definitely don't skip this place, cute place for a date, quick bites, drinks and desserts. Glad we were able to try it. It did not disappoint. read more

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Came during seattle restaurant week and they have a good deal if you drink alcohol, but I opted for the normal menu and got a beef milanesa. Huge portions and great flavor! I haven't found many places in Seattle that serve milanesa so I was super excited to finally find a place that does. The staff is super friendly and personable. Not a very large indoor seating but lots of outdoor options read more

Mojito - Milanesa de Carne - Cuban Near Me - Seattle, Washington

As soon as we arrived we were greeted by Luam, the owner. We chose to sit inside and immediately he brought us water and complimentary sancocho! We ordered the vaca frita dish, the lechon asado dish, extra plátanos maduros, extra fried yuca, and lemonade. Luam sat to talk with us for a bit and play drums with our kids! We ate dessert and had coffee to finish our meal. Everything was PERFECT! From the seasoning of the food to the friendliness, attentiveness and integrity of the owner. This is the BEST Latin fusion food we have tried since we moved to WA from Miami. We are definitely making this trip more often! Thank you, Luam! read more

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SRW dishes. A very chill vibe and very nice meal. My favorite is the empanadas. The cheese flavor is the must try! read more

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This amazing restaurant is, without question, our favorite restaurant in Seattle. The Parrila Mojito (steak served with rice and black beans) is divine!! We also like the vaca frita, the signature or house mojito cocktail, and the "batido" fruit shakes (mango/strawberry!). They also make a wonderful Tres Leches cake that you will almost fight over. The indoor seating is bright and inviting. The outdoor patio is our favorite, especially on a warm summer evening. The staff are kind and check on you regularly. We were very grateful to Ana, who made our child light up and treated us like good friends, and Victor the co-owner, who came over to say hi, talk about their upcoming move/remodel, and added a strawberry flourish to my kid's cake. If you're in Seattle, you simply just visit this place. read more

Mojito - Parrilla Mojito with rice, black beans, fried yucca, and sweet maduros (plantains) that we swapped for the tostones (the non-sweet style). - Cuban Near Me - Seattle, Washington

First time here and OMG! I had the veggie sandwich and a mojito! Their million dollar mojito... the name says it all! My sandwich was fantastic and the hot sauce and garlic sauce they provide really took it to another level. Great experience and Ana our server was so friendly and nice! Definitely recommend. read more

How have we not been here sooner!? I have not a single negative thing to say about Mojito. The drinks were spectacular! I got the rum punch and it was so flavorful and full of wonderful spices. My husband got a couple mojitos and they were delicious and strong! For an appetizer we got 2 empanadas, one beef one chicken, both were great but the beef was my favorite. The hot sauce is HOT lol I was not ready and my spice hating husband nearly got knocked out of his chair. If you love spice I definitely recommend buying a to go bottle! For entrees I ordered the Pescado en Guiso White fish fillet simmered in a tomato-based sauce with capers, green olives and white wine. Served with rice, maduros, and Ensalada Mojito. Absolutely delicious! Flavorful & Fresh! My husband really enjoyed his Lechon Asado, the pork was super tender. Beyond the food. The entire staff goes above and beyond to be welcoming, friendly, and accommodating; how can they not when they are being led by a man like Luam? Luam, the owner made us feel like old friends and family at the same time and we just met him. We came on a busy Saturday night so while we were waiting for a table he came outside to chat and check on us, he checked on us while ordering, he checked on us while eating, he sent us more drinks and dessert, he took the time to chat with us as we were leaving and the best part? He did this with every single party of people. What a gem. We will be back many more times! read more

The Hubs and I went there tonight for dinner. (The 2nd night of opening week) I had a grilled thin steak that was cooked perfectly with a fried egg on top. The Hubs had a shredded chicken (chicken tasted yummy with a BBQ type sauce dinner, we both had black beans and rice, which was just warm. Perhaps they need to put the beans and rice after the main is on the plate. I brought half my meal home. Mojito drinks are super tasty, with lots of crushed mint leaves in the drink. I got a slice of dulce leche cake to go, it had a lovely strawberry sauce to go with it. We also had a couple of empanadas, one made there and another from Sea Tango, storefront on Lake City Way. There was a couple of mix ups on what we ordered, but being the 2nd day of opening, I think they did a bang up job and know they will get the hiccups fixed. I definitely will be back, this time for lunch. (In a couple of weeks, they will be open for lunch.) read more

I came to try the flavors of the most basic items to see what they were made of: Mojito - balanced and refreshing! Piña Colada - have I been drinking these wrong my whole life? This is such a balanced cocktail and unbelievably delicious and refreshing in 80 degrees! TOSTONES (FRIED GREEN PLANTAINS) - so delicious, not greasy, something missing in the food scene in Seattle and I'm glad to eat it here! Side of shredded pork and it was juicy with braised sliced onions pairing well with my plain tostones. Wanted to check the flavor, texture and preparation of the meat. Succulent and well done! Will be back for more! read more

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How have I not eaten here sooner? I just ordered from DoorDash and got the Vaca Frita. Easily the best meal I've had in awhile. It is salty, savory, sweet, and tangy all in one where these flavors balance each other out. The limes are what completes this dish imo. Squeeze the accompanied limes to sprinkle over everything as it complements the heartiness of the slow cooked shredded beef and rice/beans and definitely makes this dish sing. To top everything off, the maduros that are caramelized to perfection are such a treat! I need to dine in the restaurant now to check out all the other dishes they have to offer because I am impressed! read more

Have had Mojito bookmarked to try for awhile. They specialize in Latin American food (Colombian, Cuban and Venezuelan dishes). We dropped in on a Monday for lunch (right at noon). Half a dozen tables inside along with a couple more outside. We saw the owner going up to chat with several regulars. Their lunch menu is slightly cheaper than dinner, but not by much. Lunch entrees are $18.00-$19.00 USD, sandwiches $15.00 USD. Beware, the minimum tip option starts at 18%. We were given two hot sauces. One had a slight kick, the other one was much more potent. Both were good. They sell their own hot sauce bottles ($6.00 USD). - Empanada ($4.00 USD) - went with the shredded beef. Small but excellently deep fried. Nice touch with the dollop of guacamole. - Arepa ($7.00 USD) - opted for the pork. Liked that the arepa wasn't too greasy or heavy. Pork was a touch salty. - Pescado en guiso ($19.00 USD) - came with rice and ensalada de mojito. Mango dressing was very summery. We were disappointed that we weren't given any maduros. The fish itself was incredibly tender. The capers and olives added a nice contrasting element. Potatoes were a nice addition. Food was good but pricey. 3.5 stars. read more

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The best!! The owner and manager are committed to providing the best Latin dining experience. They are very friendly and interact with the customers. charming atmosphere and the most delicious food I have ever had!! Luam, the owner, is very involved in giving back to the community and provides school lunches to children. I travel 2500 miles to go to this place!! Diana read more

Great food. Great value. Great folks. I am a semi-regular - Pescado en Guiso is my go-to, but I mix it up. The owner, Luan, is a local hero. He is tireless in his efforts to give back to his community. Can't recommend Mojito highly enough read more

Went to the new location of Mojito tonight for my friend's birthday, and we had an outstanding experience. It was packed, but the host greeted us promptly and warmly, and then offered to submit bar drinks for us while we waited. They seated us right at the time they had estimated, and handed us off to our excellent server. I mentioned to the host on the side that it was my friend's birthday, and the staff went out of their way to make her feel special. Our host brought her a complimentary shot of rum, the owner came by to wish her a happy birthday, and our server brought her ice cream as a surprise dessert. So far above and beyond. Our dinner was fabulous. Highly recommend the columbian empandas with beef, the fried rockfish, and the grilled rockfish. The entrees were delicious and huge, including yummy rice, a refreshing salad and fried plaintains. Ask for the habenero hot sauce if you like a little kick. We will definitely be going back soon! read more

Tasty takeout but probably better in person. I've had better sandwiches elsewhere, but the core entrees are hearty, flavorful, and comforting. Lechon Asado - this is the go-to entree, tender roast pork and onions with flavorful rice and beans (congri). Rice, beans, and meat is a pretty standard and safe staple but this entree is basically a step above that. All three core ingredients are upgraded, more flavorful, and even juicier. Cuban Sandwich - I'm not a big mustard guy so that detracts from my experience a bit. I think it's worse because they use a hefty amount of mustard to the point where the mustard flavor is overwhelming and everywhere. Regardless, the sandwich is pretty simple, two types of pork in ham and roast with cheese, pickles, and sauce. The bread was a bit soggy, but I believe that's due to the takeout. Overall, I've had better Cuban sandwiches, but these aren't bad. read more

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When the rare opportunity comes and I'm in North Seattle, I have to stop by Mojito! What stands out to me is warm and friendly customer service that makes me feel welcomed! Staff here takes the time to talk to you and make you feel special- so hard to come by that kind of care in Washington. They were so nice to offer free dessert after a lengthy conversation with us!! And the food always hits. My favorite is the Cameron's Carmen Miranda as an entradas. I love how bright tasting the shrimp becomes from the fruits. I also like vaca frita, some parts are more dry than others, but it reminds me of eating an American style hash, but make it Latin. This is the place I always suggest first when I'm in north Seattle with my friends and family. It's small and busy, but has the best parts of a small local business. I love seeing big family's and kids here. Not to mention, parking in this area is so easy to find! read more

Delicious- order extra of the creamy cilantro sauce- it's the best! We get this takeout too and it's always good.

Came for lunch and tried a few things - arepa, empanada, Milanesa de carne, pescado en guiso, and the vaca fritz. All the items were good and worth a try. It depends on what you are hungry for that day. The service was friendly and the restaurant is small so you might have to wait for a table. I would definitely recommend a try if you are in the area. There is street parking which might be a little difficult to secure depending on the time of day. read more

I've lived in the Greater Seattle area since 2012 and Mojito has delivered a fantastic experience for me and my family and friends every single time I've dined there. As a person of Puerto Rican descent, finding food that reminds me of the Caribbean cuisine I enjoyed so often growing up in this area is pretty difficult to do but Mojito is the absolute best place for me to find that food whenever I want. The space is small but cozy with amazing ambiance, great salsa music and friendly staff providing amazing service. Check it out! read more

Fantastic place! I love the fact that it is small with such a cool vibe. The food was delicious and our server, who I believe was the owner, was super friendly, caring and had a great sense of humor. Highly recommend coming here for lunch or dinner. Oh and btw their Mojitos...you know its going to be good, and it definitely was! ;) Gracias amigo! I plan on bringing my family here next time around. :) read more

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Total hidden gem! My friend and I stopped in after walking around Greenlake last night and I am so happy we did. It's a super cozy spot on a residential street and if I lived in this neighborhood I'd probably be a regular. From the moment we walked in, it just had a vibe about it that made us feel right at home. We started with some mojitos (duh) and the shrimp appetizer which were both wonderful. For our entrees we ordered two of the traditional Cuban beef dishes and truly 10/10! The meat was cooked so perfectly and it was the perfect balance of juicy and crispy. Our food also came with two sauces, an avocado based sauce and another delicious (albeit spicy) chipotle-esque sauce. I'd absolutely recommend Mojito and we'll for sure be back! read more

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food was good. Owner is super friendly. highly recommend. Will go again soon. fish/shrimps are best

Can't say enough good things about the place - delicious food, good vibes, strong drinks, and the owner is always a blast and super friendly and personable. There's a lot of great items on the menu, but these are my favorites: PARILLA MOJITO - I don't know how they make the steak so flavorful but it's good! HAM AND CHEESE AREPA - I never even liked ham and cheese that much, but it is so good and I crave this all the time! ENSALADA PALMITO - super fresh and refreshing, good chunks of hearts of palm and avocado Empanadas and Ceviche are good for apps as well Drinks are strong and very reasonably priced. Can't go wrong with their house mojito or their new mule, but I'm also a big fan of the TNT Don't forget to ask for hot sauce - I love the green sauce (not spicy) and also their house made habanero (spicy!) read more

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I did takeout, and had the vaca frita which I've heard so much about. I think like another reviewer, I was expecting something mind-blowing but it was a little dry, although loved the sour tang from the pickled veggies. The rice and beans side was also very savory and delicious, with a perfect amount of salt and seasoning. I'd say the squeeze of lime was absolutely essential, and without it the dish would have been a bit lacking in flavor. If i lived nearby, I'd probably give more of the dishes a try soon. Maybe it was an off day (Sun), or they are at this point popular with other dishes. Either way, the service was lovely even though I did takeout and super hospitable. Someone brought me water after I had been clearly coming back from running, and I really appreciated that. read more

We recently had Mojito cater an event for our school and they were AMAZING! So easy to work with and accommodate our budget; food was fresh, hot and amazing and our community couldn't stop raving about how delicious it was; BIG thanks to the team for working so hard to make our catered dinner a success! read more

Came in and there was a line. Good sign but sucks to wait. Who I thought was a host came and talked to me, told him it was our first time and table for 2, he said give me 2 minutes and sat us which was really cool. Ordered some drinks and then our food and more drinks. The food was so flavorful. I loved every bit of it. All the drinks we had were amazing as well. Turns out the person I thought was a host was the owner! He came and checked on us, brought us a round of shots lol. My only problem with this place is that it's all the way in Lake city and I live in south Seattle. Definitely a must try. One tip. Avoid the TNT cocktail. It's pure gasoline lol. read more

The most delicious ever. Friends remembered it from a visit 12 years ago. It remains that good

I'd been craving LatAm food for awhile and one thing I love about Mojito is they have food from a bunch of different LatAm countries so I can choose from a menu with wide variety. We got there early so were able to snag a table outside (which we DEFINITELY wanted now that it's gotten warmer). The service was fast and we had a great time joking with our server. The food though... oh the food. My husband and I started off sharing an empanada and an arepa (cuz who can choose?) and split a Parrilla Mojito. It was the perfect amount of food with beautiful flavors and we got to enjoy it out in the sun. (And yes, we had a mojito and a Caipirinha... so good and so refreshing!) It was a perfect "date night" for the two of us. read more

I know a restaurant is good when I can't stop thinking about it. A friend recommended Mojito for a Friday night dinner and I'm so glad she did, because the food was delicious and service was amazing! I love the cozy and authentic atmosphere of this quaint neighborhood restaurant, where the owner and employees seemed to know everyone that walked through the doors! I ordered the Pescado Mojito and my friend got the Vaca Frita. The Pescado was probably one of the best dishes I've had in a long time! It was soft and silky, the side salad was a perfect compliment, and the homemade habanero sauce had just enough heat but was super flavorful. My friend said the Vaca Frita is her favorite dish there, and I can't wait to try their other dishes! We also got homemade lemonades that were refreshing and not too sweet, which is perfect for me. I guess we were celebrating our birthdays early because the owner brought over a slice of tres leches for us and had the entire restaurant sing! I highly recommend dessert (even if you don't have room)! I can't wait to come back!! read more

A marvelous hidden gem for Latin American and Cuban food in Seattle's Maple Leaf neighborhood. It is a small space just a little bigger than a studio apartment with a bathroom in the back. The string lights outside were lovely and service was attentive. - Pinchos Vegetarianos: glazed skewered grilled vegetables and pineapple, served with black beans, rice and tostones: an extraordinarily delicious vegetarian option. Everything was grilled to juicy and flavorful perfection and the portion was so hearty. I especially loved the meatiness of the mushrooms. I'm convinced they must sprinkle magic dust on their beans and rice because they're absolutely delicious and savory - I couldn't stop eating them! - Lechon Asado: roasted marinated pork with sautéed onions, served with fried yucca, tostones and congri: my tasteful friend absolutely devoured this and was raving about how good it was for days to come. - Good strong Pina Colada and Mojito. All their cocktails use hand-pressed citrus juices! We left extremely satisfied and will definitely return, hungry for more. read more

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Still a five star the second time. This is a gem in the neighborhood. The staff is so friendly and the food is immaculate. read more

Mojito - Cuban Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I decided to come to Mojito after reading about it in The Stranger, and it was the best decision ever. Mojito is a small restaurant located up near Roosevelt, with plentiful street parking and a cute outdoor area. My friend and I sat inside and there was no wait at all. We ordered the Queso Empanadas and I ordered the Lechon Asado. Both were DELIGHTFUL. The empanada was sooo cheesy and delightfully warm. The Lechon Asado was properly marinated so it was extremely juicy and flavorful. I had such a blast and would recommend it to everyone! read more

Mojito - Queso Empanadas - Cuban Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Such excellent food and service! Everything was delicious and the server was so friendly and funny. I'll be back! Highly recommend!!

Probably my new favorite restaurant and definitely BEST Latin food around. The ambiance is lively and FUN! Service is friendly. The food is healthy, flavorful and delicious!! Can't wait to return for more (: read more

I decided to check this place out one day, was beyond amazed at how the food taste. Not only are you being served some really tasty food but receiving top tier service. This is the service that makes people feel at home which is common in some cultures, treat people as your own. read more

The best experience!! The food was incredible and the staff made my group feel like family immediately!! We went for restaurant week. As a vegetarian, there were so many options. I loved the cheese empanada and the veggie sandwich--especially with the red sauce. Would recommend the fried sweet plantains too. The spot is super cozy and warm. Cool art and tables. Owner said they're moving further up into Maple Leaf area soon!! I'll be back!! read more

Mojito - Cuban Near Me - Seattle, Washington