Looking for some late night, food and this place hit the spot, great margaritas, and fun, lively atmosphere. We arrived at the place was packed, but they still snuck us in to a two top in the middle of the restaurant. Great chips and salsa, would definitely be back if we lived in Seattle. read more

Solid HH! I enjoyed the dads tacos and the marg. Pretty good portions, friendly service, and good vibe :) Probably wouldn't come here outside of happy hour as the food wouldn't be worth full price read more

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The food was a bit mediocre here. I tried two of the tacos and had the platter with rice and beans. The rice and beans were pretty good! But the special tacos were not great. The shrimp one was alright, and the bahn mi style one was overcooked. The meat was tough. Service as really friendly and helpful though! Might come back here just for drinks or happy hour? Wouldn't recommend if you're looking for authentic Mexican food. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Red star Taco bar has the best slushy margaritas! I have tried many flavors and like all of them. The tacos are just okay nothing amazing but it's fun as a late night/happy hour spot for drinks and appetizers. read more

Always friendly, efficient service. I have come a few times in groups and have always been accommodated. We've had kids with us and they're very friendly towards them, which we love. The food options are great, the waiters/waitresses have always answered questions and made recommendations which is helpful. Fun decor and vibes as well inside. Always a recommendation for people when asking for tacos in tacoma (especially kid friendly) read more

The customer service here was friendly and efficient. The hibiscus virgin margarita and coconut flan I ordered were pretty delicious! The space is a little dim inside with lots of seating and a patio. Overall, I'd come back here to try their other foods and drinks. I'd recommend this bar/restaurant if you're ever in Fremont and want Mexican food/drinks. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Virgin hibiscus margarita - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food is great, and I'd recommend going during non-peak hours if you want a more chill vibe. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Veggie tacos - one cauliflower one, one tofu one - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I had the two taco plate and chose the shrimp and the carne asada and I quite liked both! The service was fast and attentive, but it was a slightly off hour since it was 2-3pm on a Saturday. The vibe of the place was giving Tex-Mex bar and I enjoyed it! Overall, it was nice and I would come back! read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Two taco plate - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

3.5/5. Good Mexican place in Fremont, however, it's no El Ranchon. We liked it here! The blackberry ginger ranch water cocktail is amazing, it is so yummy and refreshing. It may be my favorite drink ever. We got the bean dip and chips and guacamole. The bean dip was very good and generously portioned. On the other hand, 10 dollars for the tiny ramekin of guacamole is kind of a rip. I wish the chips and salsa were complementary anyways, it's nice when it's a free little treat. We had the asada burrito which was great. Other members of the party had the taco bowl which was well received. Nobody got tacos this time, but they are good and well priced from what we remember. We will be back! - Chester Eats read more

Great drinking spot! The little devils were fun. We tent to come here on Tuesdays for their taco tuesday deal, which is pretty good. The your dad's tacos are very delicious and also quite filling. The coconut flan is also definetly a highlight. The serving size of the nachos is also definitely huge and can feed several folks. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Coconut Flan - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food was good and I liked the tacos although I felt like portions could've been bigger and complimentary appetizers like chips and salsa was offered, then it would've had a higher rating. Service was pretty fast and I liked how the restaurant had outdoor seating because if we chose indoor it would've been hot with no AC. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Tequila Lime Chicken Taco, Buffalo Chicken Taco, and Siracha Honey Tofu Taco - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here on Tuesday so there was a great deal on their tacos. I got the Moms and Dads taco and I thought it was good. I got ground beef and I thought the meat was a little salty... I also got a frozen marg and that was soo good!! My friend got a different type of marg and her drink was STRONG but still really good! Atmosphere was super cute and fun! Great place to go out with friends after work and grab a drink:) Service was pretty good! Our server in the beginning was great but by the end of our dinner we were waiting for our check and our server was no where to be found so we had to get another server to close out for us. read more

Stopped in for some quick dinner in Fremont. Was craving tacos and Red Star answered my call. We arrived right around 6 on a Friday and we're the first people with a wait. Luckily two people left right as they were putting our names down. The vibe is great. Loud, pop music playing, industrial decor. Definitely see it as a first stop or last stop on a night out. The food was pretty good! I got the taco plate and my partner got the burrito. Both were around $13 which feels pretty reasonable. I'd definitely stop in again for a happy hour. Margs at $8 with deals on food seem like the way to go. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Grilled Pork and agave shrimp taco plate - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Not too terribly priced, service today was fantastic, and the food was so yummy. The tacos are BIG- I thought getting 3 was safe but I barely finished the third. Got a virgin mango margarita that was tasty too. Check them out! read more

Pretty solid little taco and cocktail spot. They stay busy but I've never had to wait for an inordinate amount of time. Nice little flexible menu that allows you to sample a few different things without running up a big price tag. read more

AMAZING service, food and atmosphere. Everything is very affordable and there are so many great things to choose from. My group came in on a Saturday night and got seated right away. The food came out very fast and was made to perfection. I absolutely love the cocktail selection and they do have non alcoholic options which are just as good! Definitely will be back in the future. 10/10 would recommend to stop by for a bite to eat while going around downtown read more

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My friend and I came in for happy hour on a hot summer day. The inside is way too hot, so we asked to sit on their covered patio area which was a bit better. Service was super friendly. Felt pretty taken care of, given that we were seated outside. We ordered some tacos and the chips w guac and salsa. I got your mom's taco which tastes like a better Taco Bell taco lol. Good amount of beef and toppings. Taco shell nice and crunchy. The carnitas taco was pretty good too. A bit spicy but yummy all the same. Chips and guac and salsa were really good. Chips were fresh and still warm by the time it came to the table. Overall, this place hits. Obviously not the cheapest option for tacos, but still really good! Would definitely recommend coming for HH! read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Chips & guac & salsa - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Loved the vibes and restaurant overall. The service was great and so quick - we were top of mind and quickly served and our server came around a few times to check in. The food was also great, loved the fresh and warm chips, they really did hit the spot especially on a cold day. I loved my margarita, it was perfect in terms of tequila and Serrano overall but wasn't spicy so it's doable and it wasn't sweet either which I liked. The 2 taco plate was perfect in terms of portion and I loved the shrimp taco but it was definitely on the sweeter side and the tequila lime chicken taco was okay, I wish there was more flavor to it but it wasn't bad. I'd definitely come back to try their other tacos. read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to Red Star. Service was very quick and attentive. What i noticed first about the menu is that for Seattle, prices were quite reasonable. In fact, my burrito, which was great, was only $14. That is less than I normally pay for any entree or sandwich in the city. It's for sure a Mexican themed restaurant so as you can imagine the ambiance is just that. I won't discredit any Fremont restaurants for parking issues since that's what you get when you go to Fremont. I will definitely come back here. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Chips and salsa - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Red Star Taco Bar is where Fremont goes when it wants to eat like it just won the lottery but still only paid happy hour prices. The menu reads like a dare--Sriracha Honey Tofu, Bang Bang Cauliflower, Philly Cheesesteak, Fried Chicken, and the infamous "Mom's" and "Dad's" tacos--so naturally we ordered them all. Drinks? A roasted pineapple margarita, watermelon slushie, and a mocktail cheekily named Until Proven Guilty. It's chaos, it's indulgent, it's exactly Fremont. read more

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Emma and Erin were super sweet I will definitely come back. While our server was on break another sever Buggy helped us and she was super funny. Overall a great experience due to the staff but food was great too. I loved my Korean taco. Tequila lime chicken was pretty okay but could use some flavor. read more

3.5 Stars Fusion taco spot with margaritas in a festive space. Pros: -Portions are great. Tacos are filled to the brim and they do not skimp on protein. Burritos are also huge. -The fusion tacos are flavorful and creative. I think the flour tortillas are handmade or fresh or something because they are warm and fluffy and addicting. I tried the Agave Shrimp and Elote ($5.5) and Steak Salad ($5.5) tacos. Neutral: -Queso ($12) was tasty, but very salty. -There were some people chillin there working on their laptops. Respect but also, kills the vibes a little, lol. Cons: -Love that is is 21+ only. -I found the actual Mexican food items to be very bland. The side refried beans and Rice were watery and lacked flavor, and the carne asada burrito with guacamole was also just average. Staff was cool too. read more

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I always come to this place when I was in uni. I'm always obsessed with their drinks but red sangria is my go to. It tasted like black current juice, it's so refreshing in summer and after eating a spicy taco. I got 3 different tacos, one of them was so spicy for me but they all tasted so amazing. The Chicken Karaage one was okay, it doesn't feel like it pair well with tacos! This was our first time sitting at the patio. It's pretty busy on a weekday. The service was amazing, our server was so sweet and nice. There's another server, he's so goofy and funny, and have the best positive attitude! read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Fantastic tacos and service. Cute bar with a front and back patio. Lots of hanging plants. Low lights. I love their sweet potato taco and my partner loved the catfish taco. Shoutout to Trevor for the recommendations and service! read more

Great spot for a summer afternoon happy hour. They have tacos for a few bucks (veggie options available) and margs for $9. Their back patio is covered with heaters but the sunshine streaming through the skylights in the summer is hard to beat. Their tacos are decent. The tequila lime chicken is my favorite and your dad's taco reminds me of a full/fresh Taco Bell taco (in a good way). The fish taco is awesome, too. My veg friends like the black bean and tofu tacos. It's a fun atmosphere and it's usually pretty busy, so plan ahead if you're heading here at peak times. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Tequila Lime chicken Taco & Your Dad's Taco - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wonderfully delicious tacos. I visited on their 10th year anniversary where all tacos were $2.50, and helped myself to 5 of their 18 options. You simply can't pick a wrong option, and my personal ranking from good to best: 5. Tequila like chicken 4. Yucatán style roasted pork 3. Red Star Philly - tender beef & cheese simply melts in your mouth 2. Catfish - light & crispy texture balanced with a pickle topping 1. Carnitas - so savory & juicy, absolutely would order multiples of this read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great spot for happy hour! They have delicious margarita slushies (in a variety of flavors) and decent food (including seasonal tacos, regular tacos, burritos and more). The back patio is a pleasant place to hang out. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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One of the better taco spots in the city. Good vibe, great happy hour prices for food and drink, clean. Some servers a little on the surly side but don't let that stop you from the tacos and margs and Tecate. Oh and nachos are huge and delish! Go! read more

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The food and bartender are always spot on. I have celiac and the staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. Love this place!

Taco Tuesday: $2.50/taco!!! 2 vegetarian tacos, both good. And their salsa is fresh and has a good kick to it ‍ They have a menu for non-alcoholic cocktails and some NA beers to choose from, but plenty o alcoholic options (hence the 21+). Happy NA cocktails are on the rise. PiCoco was good but admittedly like most NA's tasted like fancy juice, but we're taking steps in the right direction at least !! I enjoy the long community table options. I think it works for the space and makes it feel more neighborhoody. Overall: always enjoy this spot. Super clutch location, lots around, good hours, no kids. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Sriracha honey tofu taco (top right) Sweet potato black bean taco (bottom right) Rice and re-fried beans (can opt for black bean) - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Friendly unassuming place with great service. Super Macho Nachos were amazing. We added carne asada which was stellar and the guacamole an absolute star. The Burrito was also a solid choice. Would recommend! read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Super Macho Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We had dinner at the Red Star Taco Bar on our last night in the Seattle area. We sat on their porch area, which was nice since the weather was amazing that day. The service was a bit hit or miss and the appetizers plate I received was dirty (hair) which was a bit off putting to start the meal. I did love the frozen margaritas, but was overwhelmed at how spicy the chicken burrito was. I won't lie and say I have a high spice tolerance, but I didn't think salsa verde in a burrito would overwhelm me and I actually had some indigestion afterwards. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - The Burrito with Chicken - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My daughter recommended this for dinner one evening and I could see why it is one of her favorite places to go. it wasn't too crowded and we got seated right away. We ordered a few beers and looked over the menu. The waiter returned, asked what we wanted, helped clarify some choices, and off he went. Our food was out quickly. And since we all got more or less an assortment of Tacos we got to taste a large portion of the menu. There was nothing disappointing about any ones choice. We ate, had a few beers, and chatted for a long time. Nice to be able to have a meal and not have to scream across the table or the place be so dark that you could not see who you were chatting with. The waiter was attentive so we never had a water shortage or need to hunt someone down for another beer. When I am back in Seattle I plan to go by there again! read more

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The bar is cute and lively. I love this area that has some random bars and just really reminded me of the college days. The food was okay for me. Quesadilla-- 5/5 stars. I mean, it's kinda hard to mess up a quesadilla IMHO. I was in the mood and it delivered. Tacos- 3/5 stars. All the different tacos were an okay for me. Nachos- 3/5. OK. Nothing extraordinary. read more

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Had their portabella picadillo taco and a Chipotle grilled chicken taco along with "The Burrito" and coconut flan. The tacos were full of flavor and very juicy, loved the sauce on the grilled chicken taco, it paired well with chicken. The Burrito was larger than my hand, but it was filled with savory burrito toppings. The coconut flan wasn't too sweet, but didn't have enough coconut flavor, although it was very creamy and smooth. I just wish they gave me a spoon or fork next time for the flan when I order takeout. The staff was also super friendly, I walked in and was seated at the bar and bar waitress gave me some water before I placed my takeout order. read more

A fun taco spot tucked into the heart of Fremont -- which I did enjoy the food here, the dining experience a little less so! They have a fairly large dining space as well as an outdoor patio. They have lots of unique tacos, as well as some of the more classic ones. They must've been short-staffed when we arrived, and we had to wait ~20 min for a table with little to no acknowledgement from the staff. Even after we got to the table, it was quite a wait before we could order. The food itself is great -- I loved the guacamole and salsa. I appreciated that there were pescatarian and vegetarian-friendly tacos, with the catfish being my favorite. Their frozen marg was also delicious. I would maybe come back on a day where it seems less busy, but not anything to go out of the way for IMO. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - Passionfruit Marg Slushie - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We enjoyed our time here, and the staff was very friendly and attentive. We found parking without issue (especially after 6pm). They have a couple of TVs and they were showing the Kraken playoff game. I also really appreciated the way they designated their menu gluten free -- they flagged items that had gluten (versus the other way around) which for whatever reason, made it easier for me to scan the menu. The reason for not rating this any higher is that the food just wasn't that good. When things were spicy, they were spicy without that added flavor. When they weren't, they were just kind of bland. The ingredients didn't seem to flow together. We did come on Margarita Monday and members of our group did enjoy their drinks! I don't think I would come back for a meal but if anyone ever wanted to socialize and drink, they do have a very nice atmosphere. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - The Kara'age Fried Chicken (VERY spicy), Carnitas, and Pork Adobo on corn tortillas (gluten free). - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Awesome. One time i got a free quesadilla here because we walked in when the kitchen was freshly closed, and a kind patron offered us her leftovers. She said to use a fork and knife. I wasn't inclined, but Bryan enjoyed it and later agreed with her assessment. Nice food, attentive service. Cute vibes. read more

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Red Star is a classic and reliable favorite. Kitchen is open till 1 AM, which in Seattle, is RARE!! The food is not necessarily "authentic" but always delicious! They have some great seasonal offerings to try, such as the pozole in the winter (yum!). Highly recommend the nachos for a hungry group, easy crowd pleaser. The staff is always so kind and friendly, the DJ always happens to be great, which means that the vibe is usually awesome! Overall, always hits the spot! read more

At first glance, I thought my tacos were a little too small with portions, just a little, but after that first bite, I was gifted with so many different flavors and richness, and that was only the first bite. I got one carne and 1 Phillycheese steak taco, both were phenomenal and had so many flavors and was also filling as well surprisingly. The chips and salsa (house made salsa btw) was very delicious as well, the salsa wasn't spicy but had more of a roasted garlic taste. Overall I would definitely recommend as this place is also a decently sized bar as well with a wide variety of drinks. The service was pretty straightforward with some kindness and everything melded together with the ambiance of the setting with wooden features with some nice plant features to set the tone as well. Would come again. read more

Red Star Taco Bar - (On left) carne asada taco. (On right) Philly cheese steak taco. - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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