Before leaving Seattle we had to check this place out. Wow it's to die for!!!! I had the Caribbean roast and wow! It was juicy, full of flavors and just too perfect!!!! Ordered the West Caribbean bowl to go! read more

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I'd give it 10 stars if I could. I don't think I'm overselling when I say that. Enjoyed it so much I went twice on my last trip to Seattle. Looking for a mouthwatering, kinda messy sandwich? Go. Your belly will thank you. You'll need extra napkins, trust me on this tip. Famous Carribean Roast, tender pork shoulder and oh so flavorful. Roasted Corn, aioli instead of butter? Who knew corn could tast so good. Just a personal preference, I'd have them go light on the spices they dust on top. Not spicy, just a bit much, paprika? Tostones, dipped in chipotle aioli. Mmmmm, mmmmm good. read more

Yummmm...the sandwiches here are quite tasty! All the sandwiches come with cilantro, jalapenos, grilled onions, and this really yummy aioli on a really yummy bread. We ordered the #2, the Caribbean Roast which was marinated pork shoulder. The menu said it was their most popular sandwich. It was really yummy...but the meat was just a tad dry. The flavor of the cilantro and the onions and the aioli were such a good combination. If I ever come back, I'll try either the fish of the day or the tofu one. When you eat in, the sandwiches come on Chinese restaurant plates, which I like. This place is CASH ONLY. read more

Paseo - #2 Caribbean roast - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had the Paseo Greens salad. The "house vinaigrette" tasted like straight vinegar and the beets were plain, not pickled.

Stick with the pork it is amazing either the sandwich or the plate. So flavorful and the portions are generous. I always end up with two meals. The scallops I had once and they do taste great but I was left hungry. Another favorite of our house is the special corn on the cob. Not the side of a half corn with just butter that one is a bit boring. The special full corn with all sorts of stuff on it. I also like the white rice. Something about it is different, like a sweetness that is addictive. One area they could improve is the chips. Hey are a bit boring and always seem on the edge of being stale. One of the delivery sites has them listed which is great and yet dangerous too! Yum! read more

After a long but fun day at the Woodland Park Zoo, my friend and I strolled over to Paseo after seeing the great reviews here. Since the best selling item was the Caribbean Roast Sandwich, I decided to try that. In total, it was a little more than $10. It was delicious. Good amount of meat, nice large slices of caramelized onions, flavorful sauce, and a nice toasted bun. Although it is a little messy while you are eating it, they do have wet towels for you to take. -1 star for the lack of seating. read more

Paseo - Caribbean Roast Sandwich - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Best Caribbean food in the city, only wished they soled Jamaican patties like Jerk Shack

Tried this place for the first time last week and I am impressed! Amazing price for the quality and size of food you receive! We got the #1 and it appeared small bc the bread is narrow, but it's actually huge and packed with tons of meat. We also got the tostones, you get like 6-7 in each bag and they're huge. We easily could've split 1 bag amongst 2-3 people! The sandwiches are like $11, I feel like they could charge much more and wouldn't lose any business! Will definitely be back. read more

Needed a quick lunch stop while driving through town. Staff was very nice. Food was fresh and flavorful.

Pulled pork was delicious, succulent moist and flavorful. roast corn was delicious. rice and beans were also good, beans tasty but a little to watery for what id prefer. Three stars because the service experience was bad. People before me and after me picking up all had problems with their order not being fulfilled correctly. I placed order online for scheduled pickup 45 minutes later, when I arrived they said it would be another 15 - 20 minutes later because they ran out of supplies. no phone call or email alert. no attempt at simple apology made. when I got my order 15 minutes later it was incomplete so I had to go back into the restaurant and wait another 5 minutes to get the missing item. complicated process for an easy pickup order. Surprising. read more

I tried Un Bien and wasn't sold, so I thought maybe Paseo would be better. Unfortunately, it also didn't wow me. Would I go out of my way for either place? No. I tried the #1 here, the Caribbean Roast ($10.95). It's a well-sized sandwich, but my main complaint with both this and Un Bien is that the sandwiches are really relying on the meat here. So in each bite, what you get is primarily the pork. And the pork is very wet, bland, and fatty. I personally wouldn't want this as my main sandwich meat. Like Un Bien, I appreciated the caramelized onions and bread. If I returned, I'd opt for a different sandwich -- and maybe that'll change my mind. read more

Paseo - #(#1) Caribbean Roast - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

So many, even people outside of Seattle, have told me about Paseo. I finally found the time to give the place a try. I got the most popular sandwich, which is the famous caribbean roast sandwich. To be honest, I'm not a huge fan of meaty meals, and this sandwich was that. If you love meat, you would love this sandwich. It is moist and each bite is packed with meat, onions, lettuce, and jalapeños. The meat was juicy and tender, which was a plus. Definitely use the wet cloth they give you, because it falls apart easily! read more

Paseo - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Best. Food. Period. Gluten free options! Rice bowl. Can't recommend enough! Fast service. Best food to eat before a Mariners game.

Had the roasted corn deal. Nothing bad to say: flavorful and and tasty. Crisp texture. Good amount of cream though so it gets messy. Some might not like it but love the generous cilantro. Could probably be a bit spicier? I love anything like elote nonetheless though. Their signature Carribean Roast sandwich is very filling. Probably worth the price in terms of amount. The onions have so soft and grilled very well (were quite sweet!). Oily though so can get very messy. The bun could probably be a bit softer to match the filling (it gets annoying to have trouble biting through completely). Wouldn't mind coming back here again. Parking can be annoying though. read more

Paseo - Roasted Corn (from the check-in deal) - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Holy moly. Delicious would be an understatement to describe the sandwiches at Paseo. This spot is at the top of my list every time I visit Seattle, and I think I've successfully gone every single time I'm in the city ever since being introduced to these sandwiches. This shop is a small and not the most convenient to get to but they're super quick. There are a few seats inside the shop and a communal table outside, which is great in the summertime. Their classic is the Caribbean Roast, which is juicy and so flavourful. My favourite is their Steak and Cheese. Most of their sandwiches include their iconic caramelized onions making the sandwiches moist and sweet. Honestly such an amazing stop for lunch, don't miss out on Paseo! read more

Paseo - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Both the chicken sandwiches were really good! Plenty of meat and it was slow cooked and packed with flavor

Really bad case of food poisoning from the Caribbean sandwich. I would not recommend the place if you care about hygenie.

I'm so disappointed. I ordered a tofu sandwich for delivery and I got steak. It even says tofu on the receipt. My husband is happy with his chicken at least. read more

Paseo - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I came here with my boyfriend on a Tuesday evening for dinner. We ordered our food to go - I got the Scallop Entree and he got the Caribbean Roast sandwich. We hadn't been in for a long time so we were both looking forward to it. My excitement faded when I got home and opened my dinner though. The scallop entree was described as scallops simmered in the red house sauce, which I was really excited to try, but instead what I got was five sad looking scallops shoved in the corner of the container next to the beans. I'm not sure who put this together and thought it looked like a fully prepared dish. I tried a bite of my boyfriend's sandwich and it was also a bit underwhelming. It didn't have as much flavor as I remember the sandwich having and there were only a few small pieces of caramelized onion tucked away between the meat. Overall, I was not impressed and I don't think we will be returning. For future Caribbean cravings, we'll definitely be going to Un Bien. read more

Paseo - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Best Sandwiches! Everyone needs to have a cuban sandwich from Paseos. This is place is delicious and is certainly worth the drive and wait in line. Every time I got there I always get the midnight cuban and it taste better and better each time. I don't know what it is about there sandwiches that makes me coming back for more. The pork is moist and juicy, caramelized onions are perfectly caramelized, and sauce is so tasty! Make sure to bring cash and grab plenty of napkins when you eat. it can get kind of messy read more

Paseo - Midnight Cuban - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Bomb.com One of the highlights of my Seattle Trip. A small little red shack with a huge line. Free and easy parking in the residential areas. Got the Caribbean Roast, which seemed like the most raved about as I skimmed through the Yelp reviews while waiting in line. Finding seats was not a chore as most parties were courteous and left when they finished. But do plan ahead with your party and grab a seat while still in line. They finally called our number and I was surprised to see that the sandwich was served on a Chinese Plate lol...But the sandwich was AMAZING bite after bite. Tender and savory pork and huge slices of caramelized onions. TOO delicious. I also ordered the Scallops in Red Sauce Over Rice. Not bad as well but not to die for. A bit too saucy IMO. Kind of wished for more rice half way through. But big pieces of scallop. Definitely a MUST try in Seattle. Check out my pictures : ) read more

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Came here early in the morning right when they opened. I can't believe there was a line already even before they opened. There is not much searing area inside or outside. They have 2 seating benches outside but were wet since it was outside. My bf and I ordered the chicken breast and the Caribbean roast. Both sandwiches were recommended on yelp. We didn't have to wait that long for our food to come out. The sandwiches were super good. The Caribbean roast had sliced roast with a lot of Carmeized onions and a large lettuce. My boyfriend really enjoyed the sandwich. My chicken breast was bomb! I don't know what sauce they use but it was delicious! My sandwich also came with a lettuce and some large Carmelized onions. But I couldn't even eat it like a sandwich. I took 2 bites and the chicken and onions all fell out. I had to eat it with a knife and fork afterwards. The sauce was dripping everywhere!!! All in all, the chicken was to die for. I would come back and eat their dripping saucy sandwich. But remember to just do take out because the place isn't that big. read more

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Believe the hype. Just the smell of them cooking is enough to get your drooling. These people know what they're doing, even their tofu dish is amazing, and the prices are super reasonable. The thing is that there isn't much seating inside, they have benches outside but be prepared to sit next to someone you don't know. Oh and the pulled pork, get that too, so much flavor! read more

Paseo - Tofu al gusto - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

As tourists in Seattle and seeing how many people reviewed this place, we knew we had to try this place out for ourselves. Maybe it was the weekend after UW finals week when students leave for winter break or that we came after the lunch rush, but we arrived with maybe 2 people in line. All of us ordered the Caribbean roast sandwich, which did not disappoint! The sandwich itself is pretty messy to eat, pieces of meat and onions fell out while eating. Maybe it was my sandwich, but they didnt cut my sandwich in half all the way, so trying to tear it made it even messier. I would suggest grabbing a fork in case. But I digress. I won't say the sandwich was the most amazing sandwich I ever ate. But the flavors were definitely there. I will say when I finished it, I was very tempted to order a second one to munch on while we explored the city. Maybe this place is a bit too hyped (I wouldn't wait more than 30 minutes for this sandwich), but worth it if the lines are short. Would come back. read more

Paseo - caribbean roast - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tried #5 Sauteed Prawns which was plain, nothing special. The ratio of onions to sandwich wasn't balanced, too much onions for my liking. The shrimp itself was decent but overwhelmed by the other ingredients. Not sure if this is worth getting here when there are other more popular items. Also tried #8 Paseo Press which was definitely more flavorful and very enjoyable. It's similar to the popular #2 sandwich but we wanted to try something different. Overall the sandwiches are a bit messy to eat. Limited seating: there are only about three tables inside but two picnic benches outside. read more

Paseo - #8 Paseo Press. - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wow. This is a good choice. I got the steak, my friends got the Carribean pork, corn, fries, and tostones. Delicious. Will definitely come back and recommend to any one close enough to stop by. read more

Stumbled across Paseo while heading to gas works and it is the best sandwhich. Not dry at all and has lots of flavor!

One thing I won't voluntarily eat unless I'm starving is a sandwich, but their sandwich is an exception!!! My bf dragged me here for dinner and I still remember I was complaining about why he brought me to a sandwich place. I even avoided ordering their sandwich and got a jambalaya bowl for myself. However, after my first bite of his sandwich, I regretted for what I did! The roasted pork in the sandwich is super juicy and marinated perfectly. I also loved the delicious grilled onions and other veggies. The bread is also quite crunchy. In short, it is the opposite of what I usually hate the sandwich for!! The jambalaya was a bit too spicy for us given that we only ordered a 1 in the 0-5 spice scale. There is some fish, shrimp and scallops in it but not much. The overall taste is still quite good. I'll definitely come back for the sandwiches!! read more

Paseo - (#16) Paseo Jambalaya (#1) Caribbean Roast - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'm guessing the cramped space, disorganized queueing, and bored counter staff are par for the course due to this sandwich shop's "iconic" status. Make no mistake, the food is good. But, greed sunk tipped the scales to "meh." They charge you for ketchup. You know those itsy-bitsy tiny little plastic condiment cups? Yeah, those. They will set you back 2 for a dollar (and we know that a whole bottle of the stuff at the grocery star is less than that!). Plus, you have to stand in line to order it (while your food gets cold). If I'm eating a $12 sandwich and $5 fries, I think maybe a bit of gratis would create a bit of gratitude. Bad form, Paseo. read more

Not sure what happened :( Paseo's was the best and now it's not. It might've had to do with their closing and reopening but not sure. Maybe it was karma? We tried it since it reopened a few times now and it has fallen short. The once beloved Caribbean sandwich was either flavorless, dry, and this last time overly sweet. Please bring back your original recipe. read more

Love the food just wish I could get it delivered. No one answers the phone. I went through door dash and maybe that's the problem. The complete lack of communication is what is irritating me. Great product poor execution. They either have a " technical difficulties " or some sorry excuse. I gave 4 stars because I did not want to be a dick, but hey pull your head out. Bush league bs Turns out it was door dash, they never showed up My wife reordered today, all is good, sorry for the The rant. read more

I'm so conflicted giving Paseo's a three star rating. I'm not from Seattle, but I've had Paseo's on two different occasions. On both occasions, I've gotten the popular Caribbean Roast which is a pulled pork sandwich with a mayo slathered soft, crusty roll, jalapeños, lettuce, cilantro, and fat n' juicy onions. The first time, I was floored. The pork was succulent with the perfect amount of fatty distribution. The sandwich was soaked and dripping in delicious pork juices. The bread is well-structured and can hold the weight of the contents. I shared with a friend (it was a food trip) and I was light-weight regretful that I didn't just get my own sandwich. The second time, I was really disappointed. I had convinced myself that this was going to be an amazing meal from my first experience. And you know? Everything was just as good, except for what should really matter, the pork. It was so dry, so stringy. The way that immediately gets stuck in your teeth in an unpleasant way. The sandwich was still moist, but it was from the onions and the mayo, not the pork. Again, I shared the sandwich, but I was glad I did and I didn't even finish my half of the sandwich. On my second trip to Seattle, I had chosen to go to Paseo's again instead of trying out Un Bien and I was sadly let down. Paseo's is a must-try, but I don't know if they're consistently good. I still would recommend, but next time I'm in Seattle, I will probably make a point to go to Un Bien instead. read more

Paseo - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was shooooook by the exploding flavor of their tofu sandwich! It was explosive and messy, but worth every bite. The flavor was amazing & the bread they use was just CHEF's KISS! I drank a mango jarritos with it. The fries are bomb too and that SAUCE on the side.. I loooove sauce and it was the perfect compliment to the meal. Will definitely be back :) read more

Paseo - The (#9) Tofu Delight with fries and a killer aioli. A messy sandwich but DELICIOUS - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Visited Seattle with a couple of friends for a few days and Paseo was the first place we went to for food as soon as we got to the city. The location is honestly quite great, located in Fremont near various attractions such as the Fremont Troll. The food itself was very good. My friend and I got the #1, which is the Famous Caribbean Roast sandwich, and it was by far the best Cuban sandwich I have ever had. The sandwich had great flavor and the vegetables and meat really complimented each other well without any of the flavors being overpowering. The meat itself was tender and not dry at all, which is something I have noticed in other Cuban sandwiches I have had. Overall I had a great experience at Paseo and it is definitely somewhere you should make a point to go to if you ever find yourself in Seattle. read more

So this was a nice surprise. Stoped here after a trip to the zoo. Come with an appetite. I had a sandwich and it was big and jam packed with goodness tons of meat and flavor. Service fast and pleasant. I suggest you go check this place out and get something different every time you go...I'm sure you won't be disappointed. read more

Fantastic sandwiches! Strongly recommend the #1 fantastic pork on a yummy roll. The onion sandwich with 2star spice level was a bit more than expected in the heat side of spice but very yummy! I would strongly recommend this joint! A tad expensive but the overall quality is great! read more

Food was tasty. The chips and salsa were below average. Chips were not homemade, salsa was warm and not too spicy, taste OK. The Caribbean pork was tasty with the grilled onions and sauce, bread was perfect. The beans and rice were OK, but could have used some cilantro or pico de Gallo, very plain and nothing too exciting. The lady at the register was a little off putting. She first complained "these people are taking forever." She didn't know I heard her, but when I apologized, she said, "Oh no, it's OK, take your time." She seemed impatient and there was only one family behind us, which I offered for them to go in front of us, but they weren't ready either. Also when asked about a dish, she said, "it's on the menu," instead of explaining. She then explained, so that's good. It was quick, we just ordered a to go. The place is super small so I recommend getting to go and maybe even calling in your order. Overall the food was good, especially if you are a meat eater. They had some vegetarian options, but they just seemed a bit plain. read more

Paseo - Black beans and rice to go. - Caribbean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Absolutely satisfying sandwich that will keep you full for hours and coming back each week. The line and wait is worth it. Either take a nap or a walk when you're done - it's THAT kind of sandwich. read more

tldr: Solid caribbean sandwiches. Plates are not as good as other caribbean options (bongos). Side order meats are a good deal. Paseo's is yet another Seattle sandwich shop. It was the original, and the sandwiches are still solid. But if you just want a plate of pork or chicken, I do not recommend going here. Instead, check out Bongos several blocks north near Green Lake. That said, the side orders of chicken thighs, shredded pork, or scallops are a great deal. Just take out and make some supplemental salad and rice at home. Seating is limited. Outdoor seating is limited/non-existent now that new houses are getting built. read more

High expectation for this place but came out disappointed. The portion of the sandwich was good but nothing else. The jambalaya was way too salty, very oily. Same for the spicy vegetarian plate, very oily and spicy. A level 2 spicy level was very spicy, I can take Chinese Hop pot's Heat everyday, but not this. The fried calamari was a total joke, 6 pieces of barely 2" long rubbery calamari strips is $7? I don't think so. The food came extremely slow in the afternoon way before dinner rush hour, we waited more than 40 minutes for our food. And there are only two more groups ordered before us. This is my first low review in Seattle. The only two stars are for the sandwich. read more