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Vegan
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Mexican
Bar and Mexican food restaurant that turned plant based in 2021. Offers vegan versions of nachos, quesadilla, burritos, and tacos. Has a salsa bar with house-made salsas. Over 21s. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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1521 1st Ave (at Pike Place Market), Seattle, Washington, USA, 98101
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- Outdoor seating
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 10 Dec 2024 by geometric-noise
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223 Reviews
First Review by cwarrick1
KirstinMB
Points +119
Excellent service, great food - Edit
Our family ordered four different entrees plus chips & salsa for the table, everything was wonderful and the service was even better.
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Richards_E.C.
Points +972
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El borracho
Read moreSeattle Mexican cuisine. Across from a showgirls and parking lot. Not much of an atmosphere with the restaurant. You seat yourself and order everything online with a QR code on the table. Minimal confrontation with the staff. The staff that I did talk to was cool and friendly.
I got the chunk steak barbacoa burrito- sure, the steak had a texture and appearance, but it’s just a burrito in the end of the day. Didn’t really get much out of it personally. I had a burrito for almost half the price earlier in the week and it tasted as good- if not better
Also got the seitan chikin tinga taco- if you see my picture.. that cost 6 bucks. It’s was alright. But cmon.
30 dollars for this order.
Make the price worth it. If they gave me chips, rice, something on the side- I’d be more convinced. If it was a set of 3 tacos, it might be something worth 6 dollars. Make it make sense. Use your money smart. Make more menu items that are interesting or hit the appropriate quantity for the price and quality. Sorry, it’s a 2. I can’t say one because I at least ate the food and can compare it to chipotle, but that’s low key sad. Have a standard.
Pros: Kind staff, Good for introverts with the ordering system
Cons: Mediocre, Overpriced for the quantity
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Dancinglemming
Points +803
Nice cocktails - Edit
This place serves a good range of mexican food delights, alongside a full bar.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-04
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VeganFamily23
Points +606
Under 21 not allowed in after 5 pm - Edit
We didn’t actually get to eat here as anyone under 21 not allowed in after 5 pm.
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Pauljg
Points +375
Best Vegan near Pikes. - Edit
Well located near Pikes,with sidewalk style sitting and a great atmosphere. The food and service are equally outstanding.
Read morePros: Amazing food and service., The burrito was great along with chips and guac., Ideal location at Pikes
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nico3100
Points +103
Delicious food but not sustainable served - Edit
So many delicious things to eat. Water is free and the service is really nice. We didn’t like that everything was served in disposable containers, even if you are sitting in the restaurant. Also, you could only order from your smartphone or they have a tablet in the corner. I prefer talking to people.
Read morePros: Good food, Nice location , Friendly service
Cons: Only disposable containers, Only digital menu
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leahk
Points +333
Pretty good burrito - Edit
Burrito was pretty good. Filled me up. Order by QR code only makes me sad—I like to interact with other humans when I dine in. Food comes in disposable paper bowl with plastic cutlery. Always grateful for 100% vegan, though!
Read morePros: Indoor and outdoor seating options, 100% vegan, Beans, jackfruit, and impossible options
Cons: No table service, Disposable plates/cutlery
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mccolligan
Points +263
Fast vegan Mexican food - Edit
Seat yourself, order using a QR code at your table. Food arrives very quickly. Rice was piping hot and delicious. Chunk steak shredded tacos was so realistic to real beef. Potatoes and pablanos were excellent. Al pastor oyster mushrooms were a bit on the spicy side for me. All in all, fairly good. Good salsa
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Refresh100
Points +22
Best Mexican Food - Edit
This is by far the best Mexican food I've ever had, even before I went vegan. We started with the chips and queso and that cheese was on point. The sietan burrito was to die for and my wife also loved her beans and rice burritos. Staff was super friendly and it was one of the best experiences we had in the city.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-06-03
Pros: Food was great, Staff was friendly , Super chill and clean environment
Cons: Absolutely none at all
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Tom_Shea
Points +45
Good but not great plant-based Mexican food - Edit
I was really hoping to like this place more. Their nachos were pretty underwhelming, but I liked the burrito okay. Overall, pretty good but not great. Prices were fair for downtown. Might have to come back and try the tacos next time.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-05-17
Pros: Good burritos, Quick service, Nice staff
Cons: Nacho were just okay
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zoierose
Points +720
Bomb a$$ burritos - Edit
My boyfriend and I came here our first night in Seattle and it was close to time for the kitchen to close so we made our order to go so we weren’t *those* people sitting when they try to close and we were so glad we got to eat here because it was BOMB. He got a shortie burrito and I was so hungry so I got a regular one and holy moly it was so good!!!
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RhiannonC
Points +1204
Best vegan queso! - Edit
The vegan queso is the best I've ever had. Nachos and the spicy potato tacos were super tasty.
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kaled97
Points +899
Food is good, cocktails aren’t the best - Edit
We shared nachos which were enjoyable, and the tacos were good too. The margaritas are crazy expensive and not very good!
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merrynsmom
Points +78
Yummy Nachos - Edit
How refreshing to find a vegan Mexican place right in Pike Place Market! The nachos were quite good-the nacho cheeze sauce is one of the better ones I’ve tasted. My husband got a burrito with Impossible “meat” and he really enjoyed it a lot. All and all a good experience and we’ll definitely be back.
Read morePros: Nachos, Burritos
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melissa999
Points +20
So happy to discover this all plant based food at the market! - Edit
I went for lunch today after the SAM. I ordered a shorty burrito with potato and “beef” and an order of chips with queso. Next time I will try a taco, I think.
Read moreThe food was good. I wouldn’t say it was great tho. The service was very friendly and I will def be back. When you’re vegan, you’re just happy to have a new place in town where you can order anything!! Thank you.
Pros: Service, Location
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k.dieks
Points +180
So glad this place is plant based! - Edit
The vegan queso is the best I’ve had—I had it on the nachos and they definitely didn’t disappoint! The tacos are also fantastic. Love the tamarind agua fresca too.
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SadieSauce
Points +100
Best vegan queso! - Edit
I love to come here for tacos or nachos but I ALWAYS must get the side of queso and chips. It’s the best!
Read morePros: Queso queso queso! , Friendly staff, Fun atmosphere
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Marqu014
Points +37
Interesting vegan Mexican alternatives - Edit
It had options I haven’t seen before like vegan shrimp tacos and nachos with seitan barbacoa. Very very tasty
Read morePros: Large menu, Cocktails, Location
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LuluGrim
Points +150
Tasty Tacos - Edit
Fairly pricey, but it is right in Pike Place Market so I kind of expect that. However, everything on the menu is very tasty. I like all of the self-serve salsa options too. And they have very friendly service.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-11-21
Pros: Friendly service, Fridge full of salsas, Good cocktails
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veganinsandiego
Points +828
A great neighborhood bar with vegan food - Edit
10/10 for the server’s friendliness and attitude, plus excellent food. We stopped by several times during our trip because it’s reliably vegan and delicious. Recommended for any trip to Pike Place market.
Read morePros: Food tastes great, Servers are superb
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Katvil
Points +124
Généreux - Edit
Ambiance sympa , borritos très généreux et très bon.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-05
Pros: Le borritos
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lilbit
Points +409
Not Bad! - Edit
We grabbed El Borracho after a day at Pike Place Market. I got the shrymp tajín taco, barbacoa, and chipotle potato taco along with their chips and queso/salsa. The queso is a hit! The tacos were good, but not the best I've had personally.
Read morePros: Prompt service, Good food
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CaitlinOBrien
Points +98
Best. Nachos. I’ve. Ever. Had. - Edit
I’ve been looking to top my previous favorite vegan nachos for 2 years. This place succeeded. Don’t skip the nachos. 🤤 ALL of the salsas were to die for. Make sure you stop by. Wish we had more time in Seattle to eat here like 15 more times.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-23
Pros: The. Nachos. , Great location and vibe, Easy, quick service
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HamidBorzooey
Points +22
A friendly vegan restaurant - Edit
We never ate the foods that we found there before. The service was great and so friendly. I'm happy that there is such a nice place right next to Pike Place Market!
Read morePros: The waiter was so friendly, The food was delicious , Indoor and outdoor sitting
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zedix
Points +774
Delicious Mexican food - Edit
Had some tacos at El Borracho close to Pike Place Market and everything was delicious! Service was awesome too!
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LoriKW
Points +858
Good - Edit
It was okay, the breakfast taco was really good but the jackfruit one was a little too sweet and kinda bland. The rice was good but also a little bland. The tortillas seemed very authentic. Fast service and friendly employees.
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seal
Points +2090
used to be good - Edit
We had many great meals at their former locations in Ballard and Tacoma, and even a few years ago at this spot.
Read moreUnfortunately, after our last visit, we won't be back. There wasn't anyone readily available to take our order - A sign on the table instructed us to place an order on our phone. And then we were brought mediocre versions of meals we used to like here (nachos, burritos) in takeout containers. Not a welcoming or pleasant experience for going out to eat. Maybe it's okay if you just want takeout and are in a hurry.
Just an odd experience, especially considering we used to love this place. It's sad to see it decline like this.
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