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    Al pastor, asada, tripa (start from bottom then clockwise)
    Katrina D.

    I've had la cuadra almost every month this year!! No kidding. Their tacos are so good. I love their al pastor and tripa. I'd say they aren't always consistent e.g. there were a few times i didn't get pineapple on my pastor and tripa is sometimes crunchy, sometimes not. I keep coming back because they are not too far from me, and their tacos are still one of the best I've had. They also have a self-serve salsa bar which is another plus. The wait can vary from night to night. Going late night usually is less crowded. They accept non-cash payments thru venmo etc which is nice.

    Koa B.

    Finally made it to this Taco Truck I've been seeing all over social media! It's located on Rainier Ave S. In the parking lot of Autozone. We got here 20min before opening & a line already started to form. We ordered 8 tacos (lengua, al pastor, Carne asada), 1 mulita and 1 jamaica, all this for $36. They are known for their al pastor tacos. This is my first time trying this, so I really can't say how it compares to others, but these were good with a hint of sweet and a piece of pineapple. I'm glad I ordered 3 of these:) My highlight was the lengua, it was so good! And the mulitas? Like Little quesadillas, but better! With meat & cheese, perfectly snackable! There is no outdoor seating so you have to eat at home or by your car like we and a few others did! I will most likely return when that taco craving hits again!

    Asada and tripa tacos
    Louise F.

    Delicious street tacos. Super juicy, love all the toppings. Hearty, flavorful, and they have tripe!

    Tacos ($3 ea)
    Yin K.

    Came here on a Saturday night around 9pm, and I feel the hype has mellowed down since last year in a different location. I was able to just walk up and put in my order, and got my taco in like 10mins or so. Also, this time, they finally have the pineapple on my al pastor taco!! Their payment method has changed as well as they do not accept venmo anymore. Either you pay cash or credit card (which you pay the additional 3% CC surcharge).

    Mike P.

    Review is for the Northgate location (across Walgreens). There's a line before 7 pm when they open and everyone remains excited as they get things fully moving around 7:30 pm. They have al pastor on a spit that you can smell before you turn off your car when you park. You rarely see Al pastor on a spit, let alone a decent line before a spot opens. Say less, this is a 5/5 you need to try it. They accept Zelle, Venmo, and cash app payment if you don't have cash btw. Self serve condiments and salsa. Favorites were Al pastor and cabeza, their lengua is just ok and I would pass, but they're forgiven because their al pastor with a cut of pineapple is a taco is glorious. Their burritos are pretty value too and packed with meat, but there is also a fair amount of rice as FYI. But $11 for a burrito can sound convincing vs $3 each for a taco (and I always order at least 4 so it's a tough choice between the two on value). Easily one of the top taco spots in Seattle Note: as of 3/15/25, the northgate spot is fenced off and no longer there. We found there's an Aurora location about 6 mins away. No signage so are they the same? Food tastes similar though

    Carne Asada Tacos
    Jen R.

    This review is for the Northgate Way location - I couldn't find this specific one listed here on Yelp. We have always wanted to try Tacos La Cuadra - ever since we first saw them pop up in the Northgate area when we were driving by one evening. But we would always see them after we had already eaten - other times, we would try to find them and could never locate where they were supposed to be. Well, tonight the planets finally aligned and we saw them *before* we had eaten -- so we knew what we would be having for dinner! It was the 8 o'clock hour and the line was only about 5 people long so far... we were so stoked because in the past, we'd seen lines down the block! I got a pollo burrito (which was HUGE and super hot, btw! A wonderful value at only $11!) and my husband ordered the al pastor and carne asada tacos. Here's what we loved: - the meats were so tender and flavorful! Walking up to the stand, we could witness the al pastor meat cooking by flame and being sliced for tacos -lots of fresh salsas and toppings to choose from to top tacos or to put in containers to take with us - people around us were all generally happy and excited to get dinner there, music was playing, it was a fun experience - parking was super easy as they were located on the corner of the big TJ Maxx parking lot What could have been better: - it was hard to figure out where the end of the line was, people were standing all over the place in different groups. Took us a while to find where to go. Looking forward to our next visit to try more!

    Al Pastor & Lengua
    Vivian H.

    I'm not sure if this location is still open, but this food stall is located in the parking lot of the AutoZone in Rainier Beach in the South End. The stall opens at 7pm, but people start lining up earlier than that. Since their virality, it sounds like multiple stands have opened up in various places across the city, but I believe this is the original stall. They have multiple items on the menu, but I love Al Pastor. I also decided to try the Lengua (tongue) as well. The stall also serves agua frescas, which I decided to order the Horchata (not pictured). Each taco was about $4 each with the Horchata costing $5. For the price and taste, I would definitely go back! There is also a self-serve station with toppings and sauces, which include: sliced purple onions, cubed white onions, cucumbers, limes, cheese, cilantro, salsa, and the typical three sauces of various spice levels. You can customize your tacos to your liking! I've seen people order tacos in bulk and pack everything to eat at home, which is why the line and wait can be long. A lot of people like this place because it also stays open.

    The stand
    Jeremy L.

    Just moved to Seattle from LA and was really missing the taco stands they have down there. Luckily I found this place just driving around which seemed to have a decent line forming so decided to stop by. One word... LEGIT! First, the trompo is real! They had that Al Pastor roasting and even had the pineapple on top. Amazing flavor and good crispy char. Next, the portions are decent! They don't skimp on the tacos, burritos, or mulitas. Lastly, they got all your favorites from tripe, lengua, cabeza, asada, al pastor... didn't see any carnitas, but they had a decent selection. Also they'll put it in your favorite configuration from tacos to burritos to mulitas to tortas etc. Quality is on-point. They got all your fixings with the diced onions, cilantro, lime, didn't see any radish or jalapenos/carrots, but still pretty good. I always say the salsa will make or break their offerings. Theirs was amazing! Good kick and both roja and verde salsas had good flavor. They even had a nice creamy guacamole one! They accept cash or any popular money transfer app like venmo or paypal. Parking is probably the most difficult. I had to circle a couple times. The lot is fairly small on that triangle island where the stand is, but we managed to find a spot. Saw a lot of people just randomly parking and crossing the street. Overall, this is so far the closest taco stand I found to my faves in LA. Will definitely be coming back on the next craving!

    Plate of 4 tacos
    Ann C.

    Get the al pastor tacos. Even if your first love isn't al pastor, it WILL BE after you try theirs!! I tried 1 al pastor, 1 lengua, 1 cabeza, and 1 suadero taco. They were all hot and fresh but the pastor stood out as the most tender, flavorful, and juicy. So let's be real, if you walk by a taco stand on a sidewalk at night time and see flames coming off a tower of charred marinated pork and pineapple....get the al pastor tacos. You won't be sorry.

    Al pastor tacos sooooooo good
    Dan H.

    This is a review for the stand outside in a little parking lot on 23rd and Rainier. If I could give it six stars I would. Oh my god. My prayers have been answered. My husband is Mexican and we are always in search for good Mexican food in Seattle. We've never been to a place that even came close to California tacos...until today. $3 per taco. Six tacos fed two of us for under $20 (although they were sooo good next time we're ordering more!). Good amount of meat inside, then I recommend adding fresh onion, cilantro, and lime. The roasted salsa verde or the red salsa were both excellent options. The meat is being spun on a spit right in front of you. It is absolutely delicious and the pineapple just completes it. *chefs kiss* They also make burritos and tortas and quesidillas, which looked great too. But honestly I don't think I'll ever go there and not get the al pastor tacos. Paying was easy. Multiple cashless options to pay with your phone including Venmo and Zelle. Most people seem to eat in their cars or take to go. I recommend eating them ASAP while they're piping hot rather than waiting to get home. There was a decent crowd waiting on Saturday night but it moved pretty fast and was 1000% worth the wait. Run, don't walk, to this place if you've been searching for good Mexican food in Seattle. Thank you Kenji for the recommendation!

    Vanessa P.

    Sooo cheap and so good! Probably the best tacos I've had in seattle. I got three tacos and a burrito (all of which were HEAVY on the meat) for only $20! They also have a serve yourself toppings and sauce bar, so you can grab as much as your heart desires. Parking is easy as there's a lot right next to the tent. The line can get long (but moves quickly!), and there really isn't any covering so if it's raining, you just gotta stick it out and get wet. But it's 100% worth it for these tacos. I highly recommend checking out Tacos La Cuadra!

    Brandon L.

    I was really surprised to find such high quality tacos in Seattle. The lengua was perfectly seasoned and had just the right amount of chew--better than most of the tacos I've had in Oakland and San Jose. They even hold their own compared to the tacos in LA and San Diego! The Al Pastor was sliced straight off a trompo and had a unique marinade that really stood out. The suadero was tender, though I think a harder sear would have elevated it even more. The salsas were on point, flavorful and well-seasoned. Honestly, you're not missing much from California tacos here. I'll definitely be back!

    Nini N.

    Everyone has been talking about the auto zone taco truck so I had to come by to see what the hype was about. Luckily there wasn't a long line the two times I've been here but I think that's something to keep in mind if you come on the weekends! The Al Pastor here is soooo good! I'm not a big pastor person but I will eat it here cause the flavor and char is tasty. I do wish they grilled the pineapple though.. The tacos are $3 each and that's a pretty good deal. Their topping and salsa bar tastes nice and fresh too. Add the pickled red onions on your tacos!!! They don't take card, but they take cash and have a sign with QR codes for 3rd party apps

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    Best food u get on a budget, food coma. Best food for dinner staff is friendly and order anything just know what meat no menu it's worth it.

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    Tacos are great and the line moves really fast love the fresh salsa and condiments bar.

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    I had an amazing experience for my 25th birthday here at Koko's; I flew in from California and…read morewanted a cute birthday dinner, Koko's did not disappoint! Special shout out to Alex, we arrived early to our reservation and he provided 10/10 service. Right of the bat, they greeted us with excellent hospitality and kindness! They made our visit an amazing experience and provided us with the best seats in the house! Thank you Alex, you're the best The drinks were delicious! I got the Jamaica Martini 10/10 recommend! For dinner I ordered the Poblano Cashew Enchiladas, honestly one of the best meals I've had in a long time Thank you so much for the best experience!

    such a cute spot for delicious mexican food and tasty cocktails in seattle. the vibes are…read moredefinitely more upscale and moody, so this is one of those places that i'd say is good for a girls night out, date night, or just showing visitors around. service is great, our waiter was super sweet and helpful. the staff also cleared our table pretty swiftly and even offered us new plates at one point, which i really appreciated. one of my friends also came here for her birthday and she got a little something on the house, so i can definitely say service is top-notch! foodwise, even though koko's is more expensive than your average mexican spot (you're totally paying for ambiance and service too though), the portions are heaping. i barely finished my enchiladas and all of my friends took their meals to-go. (those burritos are massive omg.) the mole enchiladas were SOOO good, as were the cashew poblano enchiladas. their sauces are so yummy and the presentation was on-point for both enchiladas. i also had a bite of my friend's carne en morita which is a slow cooked pork dish, and i was obsessed. the only thing i'd say to pass on would be the tacos. drinks were also great and had amazing presentation. i was very satisfied with my carajillo and my friend's passion fruit mojito was also very tasty (you could NOT taste the alc in it i swear) overall, koko's is a great spot if you're looking to dress up for a cute night out but also craving some tasty mexican food.

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    Immediately upon being seated we were greeted with a platter of fresh fruit, cucumber and mint to…read moreadd to our water glasses. SUCH an incredible and unique touch/experience. The table also has two glass bottles of water for refilling as needed which I always appreciate. We started with the Bone Marrow and Queso Fundido and both were delicious. 10/10, no notes. I typically don't like Queso Fundido because it gets so greasy and the cheese hardens fast but this was flavorful, spreadable and the chorizo was a nice compliment not the main event. The Bone Marrow was exactly what you'd expect! So yummy. For our mains we got the Buenos Aires Torta (actually the reason we came to try Asadero) and the shrimp tacos. The bread for the Torta was flavorful and perfectly toasted. The steak was delicious and the chimichurri was so good I just wish there was more! My husband got the tacos and he said they were also very good! After we finished eating we were offered peppermint tea (complimentary) which was another really unexpected and unique touch/experience! The service from everyone was great. Very friendly. Quick service. The establishment was clean and so cozy but also upscale in a very chill way. Bathrooms were clean and smelled good with cute decor. It's not a huge place but I think that's what allows for such an attentive experience. From start to finish we really enjoyed ourselves and will absolutely be back with friends or family!

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    Went back to Maiz Molino recently on a Sunday night for dinner w/ friends. I was disappointed to…read moresee that the menu has changed a lot (and not just seasonally, but just a completely different menu) since the last time I visited (maybe a year ago or so). Before it seemed like Maiz Molino was focusing on elevated, unique Mexican dishes (shown in the pics in my prior review such as short rib, and other sort of "fusion" dishes, and more seafood focused, etc.) Now, the menu seems way more generic and casual like enchiladas, tacos, quesadillas, tamales, etc. just offered w/ different proteins. They are still focusing on maiz but just a bit more generic in the preparation and offerings. Also, they had 2 separate menus which was a bit confusing. One is a generic all day menu and then another menu had brunch and dinner on it. It was around 5:30 p.m. but they were out of a particular steak dish that we were interested in. Service was friendly. We had enchiladas, a dip sampler (for appetizer) and Tlacoyos. Everything was fine but nothing really stood out, sadly. It wasn't very busy while we were there, so hoping that they are doing ok as a business. I would love to come back if they brought back the old menu w/ things that you cannot really find elsewhere, including the great cocktail menu and desserts that were offered previously.

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