I just discovered Lupe's has brunch Saturday and Sunday from 10-2. The huevos rancheros are the best around. Out of this world flavor and I wanted a spoon so I didn't miss one moment of sauce. Lupe's continues to impress. read more

One of my all time favs on Ballard Ave. They've made the deep-fried taco my new obsession, but everything I've tried here so far is excellent, including the spot-on guacamole and the Lebanese style soup special which was so unexpected and delicious. I also love the little back bar, as a fun hideaway from the huge crowds pushing into the food line during busy weekend nights. Slam. Freaking. Dunk, Situ Tacos! read more

Ok, so we LOVE Mex food from all over. Lupe's has a fun vibe and good story, being Mexican and Lebanese in style. Back bar area most attractive if not crammed. Belly up, order and toss it back. But I have to say, that after my last two out of four meals there, we have moved on. Their claim to fame are the special tacos. Instead of a robust delicious open taco filled with delish meats, they serve small fried 4" tacos held together with nearly buried toothpicks that you have to pull out and get greasy to do it. OK, still fun ... maybe. The do offer an interesting take on meats, but they are far from what we'd expected. Still, they are oK if you don't care for traditional tacos. THey are more like Empanadas. The waitstaff are cool, rushed, and unfortunately the comms between them and kitchen have been spotty meaning you may not get what you order every time. But they will fix it... eventually. So YES to fun and experimental, great prices and good drinks. Not-so-much for high expectations of the most tasty Mex around. Take a buddy first, maybe a date second, if you like surprise and laughter to ensue. Justs offer to pay and you'll win either way. Bring Beano. read more

It is small establishment that serves Lebanese tacos. The tacos are deep fried and held together using 2 toothpicks. There are signs everywhere not to eat toothpicks . I ordered combo of two tacos and Lebanese soup. Both vegetarian and vegan tacos were delicious. For the soup word delicious is not sufficient. The interior is traditionally colorful. You have to order the food at the counter and bus your table. And they will serve you. So this is not a full service restaurant. The staff was friendly and courteous. I will definitely go again. One suggestion: please remove the toothpicks before serving the food. read more

Situ Tacos - Combo - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Vegan spicy cauliflower tacos are so good!! The slaw side that comes with them is also vegan and delicious. They typically have two rotating soups on offer, with one that can be vegan (often default is vegetarian with like a dollop of yogurt on top). The first time I got the soup it was too spicy for me, so the next time I asked how hot it was and they were very helpful in gauging it! It was like a curry lentil and the right level of spice for me. They have a burrito special on weekdays! Haven't tried that yet bc I like the tacos a lot. They're deep-fried and I can't get them elsewhere (there are toothpicks in the tacos, take them out before eating them, it's obvious and not a big deal) The people who work there are great! I love the colorful decor, and the back bar has fun lights and louder music if that's your vibe. read more

Situ Tacos - Vegan cauliflower taco plate with slaw - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I went for brunch on Saturday and this place was excellent all around. Friendly staff, unique lively decor, great fresh food! We got a breakfast burrito (that egg and potato were so juicy, with a nice side salsa for more drips), a few tacos, and nachos. The egg taco was also great, fairly standard but jucier and a bit more flavorful than what I find elsewhere. I live them emphasis on not eating the toothpicks. It is stupid but then you see them hiding in there and have to laugh at how many people probably do stab themselves. I would have liked more filling than just meat, but it was still really good...reminded me of an empanada in a lot of ways. Nachos were my favorite. The chips look like local fried tortilla pieces, but they were crisp and crunchy from a real fry and not those dense baked things you see elsewhere. Local or bulk, they were delicious and topped with sooo many goodies. I think my fave was the homemade queso, which also had a unique flavor with the perfect cheesiness, saltiness, creaminess, savoryness to round out everything I ate it with. I think the real winning combo here is fried tacos and a bowl of that queso and some side veg to pull it all together. Mmmmm. We got the soup of the day too...Zuppa Toscana interestingly. Good and packed with toppings but when I come back I'm sticking to the main fare. read more

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Super friendly counter service. Walk up and order at the counter. Sounds simple enough, but the decision making process was tough. I wanted one of everything. Although I didn't get that, I did get some very delicious food. The papa taco was filled with flavorful creamy potatoes. The crispy taco offered a delicious balance with the creaminess of the filling. Of course since I lived most of my life in Austin, I have to order queso when I see it on the menu, even in Seattle. This queso didn't disappoint. It was creamy and spicy. The salsas provided added an extra kick for which I was grateful. The taquitos were also perfectly crispy and filled with deliciously seasoned meat. The best part was we took some leftovers and they were just as good a couple days later. I'm sad we didn't get to go back during our time here, but I'm certain we will see them again next time. read more

Situ Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

It's not often I write a review fairly quickly after visiting a place, but this place deserves it. Ever seen the movie ratatouille? I mean, yes, it's about a rat in a restaurant. But, I'm referring to the scene where the critic tastes the food and suddenly he's a child again eating his mother's cooking. That's what happened to me when I ate here. We ordered taquitos, quesadilla con carnitas, chips and queso, and a papa taco. After my first bite of the taco, I wasn't in the restaurant anymore, I was suddenly a kid in my grandmas kitchen, the quesadilla took me to my mom's kitchen as a boy. The service was efficient and the guy behind the register was very friendly with his service and gave us good recommendations. The menu seems basic but it's basic Mexican fare with a touch of "Líbano". The setting was very old school Mexican and I loved the atmosphere. Plus, the music was on point. I cannot speak for those who had a poor experience, but ours was anything but poor. . Definitely a taste of my Situ and mi mamá. read more

Situ Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Like most of you, I've been to more shitty Mexican restaurants than good ones and I can count on two hands the number of tacos I've ingested that ranked two thumbs up. I don't expect much ... Flavor, quality of the ingredients, and (in my case) crunch. Me, I love me some crispy tacos ... LOVE crispy tacos ... and they are so damned hard to find. What makes Lupes special? Their hybrid Lebanese/Mexican take on the lowly taco. They offer three options: Meat, potato, and cauliflower. I had the meat and potato and loved them both ... It's their salsa that puts the flavors over the top. Their guac is solid and their queso is very tasty. Lupe's is a gem. read more

Finally stopped in for brunch only available on the weekends. Been wanting to try the chilaquiles for awhile. Went on a Sunday after walking around the farmer's market. You get a choice of green or red sauce or both, and a choice between fried or scrambled eggs. Great flavor little bit of a kick, generous portion. Going to have to visit on a week day for lunch and take advantage of the menu they do for lunch. You order at the counter and are given the number food is usually delivered fairly quick. Always love how bright and cheerful the decor is. read more

Situ Tacos - Spicy tortilla soup one each of the tacos - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Food - sorry to say, walk a few blocks if you want good tacos. These ones were super oily, they were dripping with oil. Soaked an entire napkin. Taste wise, nothing that spells tacos. Ground beef fried and pricy for nothing. Super disappointed. Service- I will say, it was not crowded when we went so it was decent. Ambience- tables were clean and we sat out on a sunny day. If you are coming for food alone, you might want to skip this place. read more

Situ Tacos - This is what we ordered. We did not finish. It was not appetizing. - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Situ Tacos was a strange experience for me. The place is really cute and small, so be prepared to sit close to other diners. The interiors carry a personal touch as there are pictures of, I'm guessing, the owners family on the walls. Service was just normal. The table service here is minimal, as you only see a server when its time for them to bring your food. To order, you go to the register and there are plastic menus to the right of you as well as a large one painted on the wall. Food-wise, everything was either just ok or underwhelming. Some of the items, I felt were imbalanced, for example the slaw. It was good, but there was a ton of coarse pepper running all through it which made the bite harsh. Make sure to use the toothpicks they put in the tacos to pick the pepper out of your teeth. They only offer 3 varieties of tacos here and they are all deep fried and held together with toothpicks, so be careful. Pick those out before you bite! The best taco to me was the potato one. The potatoes inside are creamy and seasoned well. If I ever came back, I would just eat those. I was not impressed with the other 2 (Lebanese browned beef and cauliflower). The description of the beef taco sounds exotic and exciting, but it is just under seasoned ground beef. Nothing special. The cauliflower is spicy and a great vegan choice, but all I could taste was vinegary heat and nothing else. The margaritas, are just ok and will not be the best you have ever had. What is really cool about this place is the bar. I didn't visit when I was last there, but it's tucked away in the very back of the restaurant and looks like a chill place to socialize and drink. I'm not too big a fan of their food, but this would be a great place to hang out. Give it a shot if you don't mind the different take on Mexican food. read more

Situ Tacos - Taco plate with slaw. I ate one as it came with 3. - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love this new taco spot! Especially the soups, which are made from scratch on a regular basis. They were perfect on a cool, damp day. I also had the taco trio, which are very unique. The tacos are served crispy and fried, closed with toothpicks. The flavors were delicious. I loved the variety, especially the chickpea cauliflower taco. The soups were quite spicy, but so good. I would go back just to get some soup from here. The decor and ambiance is so cute! there is even a bar tucked in the back, almost like a speakeasy. I would like to try the cocktails one day too. They seem to have some fun events on a weekly basis so make sure to check out their instagram page for updates! read more

Situ Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Potato leek soup was a let down, super thick and lumpy texture and a heavy oily feel. The cauliflower taco did not live up to the hype, overdone and a bit bitter. The potato taquito was surpisingly the lightest most savory and enjoyable option. Very expensive - 3 tacos, a portion of taquitos and soup was just under $50. Overhyped, will not be back. read more

I walk past Lupe Situ taco's almost daily, so I finally made a quick pit stop for their happy hour. The deal: **two tacos and a beer for $9.** That's what I ordered, and I made sure to mention I wanted that specific offer. Yet somehow, my bill came out to $12. I suspect the deal applies to a **pony Modelo**, but I was served a regular one. The bartender insisted all beers were on happy hour pricing, which--okay, fine--but just give me what's on the menu. Whatever the deal is, stick to it. As for the tacos, they were fried--something I wasn't expecting. I tried both the **potato and beef**. The potato taco? **Absolute perfection**--great texture, full of flavor, just delicious. The beef one, though? **Dry.** And while the salsa packed plenty of heat, it didn't do much to help with the dryness. If you love spice, it might work, but for me, it was tough to enjoy. That said, **the vibe was super cute**, and the staff was friendly. They also have an outdoor patio, which seems like a great spot when the weather's nice. read more

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My overall experience here was a 3/5. I ordered 3 tacos and they came with a sour spicy sauce. Of course, the fried taco shells were delicious! Now for the flavors: - Hushwe: This was the smallest taco, filled with ground beef. It tasted okay. - Papas: My favorite! Garlicky and cheesy. - Spicy cauliflower: It's hard to make cauliflower taste bomb and this was no exception. It was bland. Though I could taste the spices, they somehow did not make it taste better. The restaurant itself is very colorful and there's a bar deep inside. Service was not friendly or unfriendly and the outdoor heaters did not work, despite the many customers sitting outdoors. I was expecting more from a restaurant that specializes in original crunchy tacos. Perhaps they were just not to my taste, but for $15, it was not worth it. read more

Situ Tacos - 3 tacos! - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Was walking by in the mood for nachos before a show and this place seemed to fit the bill! There was a long line to order, but the food came out quickly after. It's was a good portion for the price and I really enjoyed the outdoor patio. read more

This new spot in Ballard has unique crunchy tacos! The exterior is a fun bright pink with a spinning black rose sign. They have a patio in the front and inside seating. The tacos have different fillings stuffed in a tortilla which are sealed with toothpick then are deep fried. You're supposed to remove the toothpick before eating. They are very crunchy while not being oily! The potato one was my favorite, the cauliflower one was pretty good too. They came with a nice salsa. Great vegetarian options. They also do brunch on the weekends with chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, and breakfast burritos which I need to come back and try! read more

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Randomly found this while walking through Ballard and the fun decor and the pink eyes caught my eye. We ended up getting a drink and nachos and sitting outside, you order and grab a number and sit outside. It felt really nice with the nice weather and seeing people walk around. The nachos were nice and tasty and the frozen daiquiri was good as well (wish it was a little more strawberry flavor tho). Overall would def come again read more

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Great service, nice people, warm and welcoming, the best casual Mexican food around, definitely my favorite burritos in Seattle. I go back time and time again and I will continue to. Highly recommend. read more

Couldn't recommend this place more. A lot of seating and clean inside. I ordered the two taco combo with the soup. The chorizo potato kale soup is extremely flavorful and the perfect amount of spicy. The beef tacos were crispy and went well with the provided salsa definitely going to come back. read more

Situ Tacos - Two taco combo with soup - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Stopped by at 5:45 on a Sunday - just in time for happy hour! This is a lovely little taco joint and a welcome addition to the Ballard neighborhood. Fresh food, unique flavors (it's fusion food, but unlike any I've had before!), and a simple menu. The vibe is lively and casual, with plants and funky, festive decor covering the walls and ceilings. The back bar is beautiful! I'm curious what the vibe is like at night. It would be a great place for margaritas and a quick bite to eat before a night out. I tried the papas tacos. The outside of their tacos is perfectly crisp and the inside is like mashed potatoes. Sounds strange but really hits the spot. The hot sauce that comes with is good too. The Hushwe nachos were only $6 on happy hour and we loved them. The queso is so good. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Wish I could give a 3.5 stars. Decent lil taco spot. Stopped here for a small bite while in the area. I ordered the potato taco and the spicy cauliflower. I'd describe them as good. Salsa served with it was delicious. read more

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I'm super sad that I have to leave this review. While exploring Ballard me and my fiancé stopped here hoping to enjoy some good tacos. Granted we seen via the menu that these are not your regular tacos, which is perfectly fine. However, here are my pros and cons. Pros - *lively decor + outside seating Cons- * highly disappointing food. The tacos were extremely oily, and the insides were extremely dry and unflavored. I tried all three tacos. The only taco that had some type of seasoning to it was the cauliflower curry taco. The beef taco was extremely disappointing. It seemed as if it was old and preheated. We also ordered beans and rice, but were told that there was no more rice for the rest of the day only beans. The beans were OK nothing special and somehow also lack any flavor. * the customer service was 3/10. There was absolutely no one else in the location and yet the fellow working at the cash register was extremely unhelpful when I was stated that I've never been here before and what would he recommend his response was "the menus over there" lol. So I just figured he wasn't friendly, which is not a big deal, but as we were ordering, he just seemed as if he was rushing and we were holding up his time. My fiancé went back in while we were waiting for our food to purchase two drinks and stood there for minutes and had to find him to purchase our drinks. I unfortunately will never ever eat at this establishment again. It's in such a lively area and neighborhood so it's very unfortunate that the food is not good at all. I left extremely disappointed. read more

How I heard of this place: We were walking through Ballard with out-of-town visitors, and needed a fun snack. Situ caught our attention and we made our way in. Type of cuisine: Mexican with an interesting, fusion flair. "My Situ, (Arabic for Grandma), Delores Flores, was half Lebanese and half Mexican. She raised me in the kitchen cooking, since I was 3 years old. Learning how to make and sew these tacos, was a rite of passage for me when I was young, and I've been doing it ever since. The original crunchy taco, the tortillas are initially fried, then stuffed, and sewn together with toothpicks. Then they're pan fried to a golden crisp and are delicious. You can fill them with whatever toppings of your choosing, (I recommend guacamole and pico de gallo). People have contacted me after 20 years of distance to ask about my tacos. This shit is no joke." Ambiance: We dined in the street-parking-made patio space, where small tables and benches hosted a couple of other dining pairs. Inside, the entry is on the smaller side, with order counter to the left, and booth seating to the right, extending far back, a long rectangular-shaped establishment with fun, colorful, vibrant decorations. For families and those with friends/children who are opposed to off-color verbiage, perhaps consider staying outside or avoiding this place altogether, as the decoration, menu and displays are full of it. What I ordered: We only ordered taquitos ($15/five): Your choice of homemade savory carnitas or papas filling, (or mix and match!), these 5 rolled tacos are served atop a bed of fresh lettuce with guacamole, cotija and our broiled tomatillo salsa. We chose potato and beef. What I loved: The crisp exterior, the abundant filling and the burst of flavor was definitely among the best taquitos I've ever had. Why I loved it: We love the middle eastern fusion at Situ and thought it was strange, but ended up working so well together. Cost: High read more

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I understand they recently opened and hope they stay open for a long time. Unique take on tacos with a Lebanese twist. Deep fried tacos with yumminess inside. Also had a nice shot with a cheese chaser. That was a new experience and one I would repeat. read more

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Made this a stop on a recent dine around Ballard tour, I'll be back for a full dinner soon. Other reviewers have already done a great job at describing the tacos, they're not wrong. Just make sure you don't eat the damn toothpicks (2 to a taco). The cute little bar in the back just adds to the charm of the experience. I ate the tacos too fast for a picture, but here's a quick video of the disco vibe in the lounge. read more

Came here for breakfast on a Saturday to grab a breakfast burrito! Got a pork burrito, and they ask if you want it with the salsa on top to make it a wet burrito. We didn't but did get the salsa (choice of red or green) on the side. They also give another salsa with the burrito that's a bit sour but good! The burrito is pretty filling with eggs, cheese, guac, potatoes, and meat. Pork was super tender and flavorful but a bit too oily for me. It was dripping out of the burrito, which I know can't always be helped. Salsas were good and service was super nice! read more

Situ Tacos - Pork breakfast burrito - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great food Great service Great atmosphere Love the addition of Situ Tacos in Ballard! It's like the mullet of taco joints...business in the front (a small but mighty restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating). But a party in the back! Fun bar area where you can have some tasty drinks - I recommend the pineapple jalapeno margarita. Staff are all great. It's still newly open but have been in three times already. The food is that good! Tacos (omg the flavor on that Hushwe), taquitos, queso, nachos, you really can't go wrong. Everything is super fresh and super flavorful. Do yourself a favor and stop on in! read more

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This place was cute but it was all vibes. The food was expensive, small portions, and just okay. I wanted to like it better but I was a bit disappointed. I will say that the queso was really good! read more

Situ Tacos - Taquitos and quesadillas - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is the kind of place that feels like it's always been there-- unfussy, and incredibly delicious. The tacos are packed with bold, balanced, authentic flavors that somehow taste both classic and like something you've never had before. House marg was perfect. Strong and delicious. Bonus points for the singing parrot and friendly quick service. read more

Situ Tacos - Taco plate, taquitos and bean dip. - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

It was okay. This place is on the Eater and Infatuation Best New Restaurants list 2024 so I was curious about it. I got the 3 taco plate and sampled one of each taco. I did not like the slaw. It was too vinegary and could have been toned. They needed to chop the pieces smaller too. The longest pieces were ~3 inches long. The taco shells had a good crispy texture when eaten immediately. The beef one was the best. The potato and cauliflower ones were just mush and I honestly didn't know which one was which until halfway through. Not a repeat for me. Food came fast. Dine in if you don't want to pay extra for takeout. read more

Everything was a little sour, which is not our favorite. We ordered before sitting down, we had to get our own water and bus the dishes. The minimum tip amount listed was 20% (not counting customized tip), which is a little high considering we have to do everything on our own. read more

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Good spot for tacos in Ballard! An interesting twist with Lebanese inspired tacos. I got their 2 tacos and soup combo and I tried the hushwe which was pretty good. The soup of the day had noodles and beef and was so refreshing. The food was good but it was definitely pricey for the quality and quantity. read more

Situ Tacos - Two tacos and soup combo - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We went here late in the evening. I got one of every tacos. I thought the vibe was lively and we were able to get a large table for everyone. Service was quick and the people there were very friendly. When it comes to the food, nothing really stuck out besides the toothpicks placed in the tacos. It was more of a nuisance than a decorative part of the dish. My favorite taco was mashed potato one - it had a good balance of flavor and was super soft inside. The beef taco didn't have much flavor and tasted a bit bland / pretty dry. The cauliflower taco was ok - I didn't like the flavor and was pretty bland. read more

I wrote an honest review about the food and experience here, but it appears someone associated with the business had it excluded based on a technicality. So rather than recap the whole story, I'll say this. We didn't find the food flavorful, spicy or worth the drive. I think it's great that the owner is trying to honor her Grandmother, but nothing about the food tasted authentic to me. I think it's great that some people appear to love this place, but 60 reviews in a year also speaks to my point that the food isn't fire. If you want real authentic Mexican in the same zip, check out La Carta de Oaxaca. If Situ wants to truly build a base and attract a crowd, they are going to have to drastically improve the taste of their offerings. As someone with equal roots in the Mexican community, this place doesn't represent me. read more

Want some Soup? The soup was perfectly seasoned and delicious - tried both the vegetarian and potato/pork. The only place that I will go for soup, tacos and nachos in Seattle. Staff here is unusually sweet and inviting. The restaurant atmosphere is colorful and cozy. Creative design choices you'll find even in the bathrooms. Great bar atmosphere in the back, perfect for meeting friends out for the night. read more

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What a sweet newish spot on Ballard ave! I had been wanting to try this new spot that replaced the old bitterroot bbq for a few months. I stopped in for a lighter dinner and drink and so glad I finally checked it out. I got the two tacos and soup of day special. Picked one beef and one potato taco and pork chile verde along with a margarita. Oh my yum. While the tacos aren't probably a type of tacos I can have on the regular, they were so deliciously deep fried and flavorful. I liked the potato better than the beef which I was surprised. The soup is where I was sold and I can't wait to come back to try all the daily soup specials. The chunks of potatoes and pork in perfect balance with the verde base. Wow. Getting your drink is a little strange because you have to get it from the back bar but I think it is probably a pretty awesome spot to hang out with some friends. Can't wait to be back soon - although I'd probably skip the tacos to try something else next time because I bet the rest of the menu is just as flavorful as the soup! read more

Situ Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food is amazing so delicious! i love the service and it is very authentic! i've tried many quesadillas nachos and tacos but nothing taste as good as situ tacos! they are also quick at getting the order done wonderful service! i will be coming back read more

Awesome service, awesome ambiance in the club. Great tequila choices. Awesome bartender.