La Cocina Oaxaquena

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   Kathryn

   Seattle

   10 reviews

   4.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on September 12, 2015

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   Had a great first dining experience here Saturday night with a group of friends. Awesome service and food and great atmosphere. Highly recommend. I had the steak asada tacos and they were delicious! Huge outdoor dining patio and yummy drinks as well!

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   ChefEvan

   San Francisco

   31 reviews

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   4.0

   31 reviews

   Dined on September 12, 2015

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   The menu choices were great; unusual offerings. Mole pork tamales wrapped in banana leaves and cheese enchiladas were very tasty; several interesting seafood specialties. Wait staff were friendly and accommodating. Beverages were very good.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Seattle

   16 reviews

   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on August 15, 2015

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   Simple yet elegant. Always a go-to when we don't know what we want to eat. Been here twice this week!

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   Brystock

   Seattle

   58 reviews

   5.0

   58 reviews

   Dined on August 9, 2015

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   I have always found the food and service to be excellent. This is my favorite neighborhood restaurant. Don't miss the Bartender's Margarita!

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   OpenTable Diner

   Seattle

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on August 8, 2015

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   Great place to hang out and enjoy some good authentic Mexican food. My wife and I sat at the bar and we're well taken care of by Michael! Thanks for the great service!

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Seattle

   16 reviews

   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on August 7, 2015

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   pro-tip. Sit up at the bar by the cooking area to watch the ladies cooling and working their magic.

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   JenC

   Seattle

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on August 1, 2015

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   I went here for my birthday dinner with friends. It was a lot of fun. We had reservations and they had a table for us outside on the front patio which was really nice. Service was great. The food was really delicious with good portion sizes. Drink and food were a little expensive so maybe the happy hour would be a better time to go. Overall I really liked it.

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   tami

   Seattle

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on August 1, 2015

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   I went there with a group of friends prior to seeing a show at the Paramount. The food was great and the service was quick. Would definitely go there again

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   daffodil

   Seattle

   15 reviews

   4.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on July 24, 2015

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   We sat outside on a very warm evening and enjoyed the people watching on Capitol Hill.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 6, 2015

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    The food and outside seating was great! The environment was as equally uppity as it was casual. We could never really tell who are server was, I guess that was nice so we could ask anyone for something - however I felt we were neglected a little bit, maybe there were understaffed that evening - it did get swiftly packed all of a sudden. However they gave me a free birthday shot on my birthday! *they have a nice self-serve salsa bar, the bowls are the size of ketchup bowls.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2015

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    Amazing space! Smaller portions which were fine with me but people with big appetites may want to order more.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 13, 2015

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    I've searched Seattle for authentic Mexican food, and this was by far the closest I've found. The make-your-own salsa bar was great, and all of our meals were fantastic!

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    Sharonne

    Seattle

    7 reviews

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    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2015

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    Most Mexican eateries tend to be very Tex-Mex -- but this place was *authentic* to genuine Oaxacan food and it was *awesome*!! The sangria was to die for and the ceviche was great. I had to oxtail and I kept thinking about it throughout the rest of the night's celebration. Definitely would go back again. Plus, it helps that they are right next to a parking lot -- since it is Capitol Hill, parking is scarce.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    12 reviews

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    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2015

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    Solid Margaritas for a good price. Cool DIY salsa bar. Food is good enough to come back for

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    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2015

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    We went around 11:30am and restaurant has a few individuals in it. Server was attentive, the food had great flavor. I ordered the costillas and my wife ordered the caldo de res. Wife said she would definitely come back again.

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    Sammi

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2015

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    Service excellent. Reservation honored on time. Menu OK. Food came quickly. But, food was lacking. "Off" flavor to rice. Bland "factory" food could not be enhanced by salsa bar. Food was warm at best, need some oven time. Low to moderate prices, but no real value. An OK place which needs some attention to the quality of the food.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2015

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    Mole is to die for and margaritas are heavy handed. What more could you ask for? Only complaint is flour tortillas instead of corn. What's with that?

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    EvanA

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2015

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    Empanadas de tostinas were great, so was the bisteces de oaxaquena. Good portions sizes, the flan was amazing!

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    KapnKz

    Seattle

    56 reviews

    3.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2015

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    We enjoyed La Cocina Oaxaquena before a show at the Paramount. The service was good and quick, and our dishes were good, especially the fish tacos. Their salsa bar has good variety too and who can beat chips & salsa?

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    Saymore2me

    Miami

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2015

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    I'm originally from Texas and happened to stumble upon this Authentic Mexican food restaurant and I can honestly say, that it is some of the best Mexican food I've eaten in a while. Great ambiance, margaritas and located in Capitol Hill neighborhood.

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2015

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    Great chips! Margaritas were delicious and strong. Mexican Mule was very good too. Carne Asada and fish taco were both excellent

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    tmessana

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2015

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    It was a lady minute reservation, but glad I did. Fid was excellent. Habanero infused lime juice! That Margherita was great. Tables are tight, but ample space to eat. Good prices. Good guacamole. Great place to go

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    trentonis

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2015

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    More of a bar with food than a restaurant. Service was slow, food portions were small. So many better spots to eat. Skip this one.

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    Allie

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2015

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    This place had nothing that amazed in particular. The food was quite good and the hours are great for stopping by whenever but the atmosphere and service were nothing to write home about. The pricing was a little high on a few items but for the most part was fair. Many different margaritas and they are not stingy with the alcohol. I'd recommend this as a great quick pick or backup restaurant but I don't think I'd make this a top choice for a special occasion. Casual and comfortable.

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    FoodieBee

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2015

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    Went with a group of 13, had great service, and delicious food! We loved the experience and would highly recommend it!

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    DrunkJimmy

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2014

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    Had a group of 18 people for a birthday dinner. They were very accommodating and the food was pretty good. I'd go back again.

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    rjeff

    Seattle

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2014

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    Service was friendly from the Bar to the Restaurant and efficient. The food was good solid Mexican. Not a huge menu, but that is a sign that the items they serve are consistently good. The value of getting a great meal in a great location is huge. The house margarita was perfect... not too sweet and strong enough to taste the tequila.

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    Okay

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2014

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    My biggest complaint would be that they don't offer flour tortillas. The food was so-so.

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    Markjb123

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2014

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    I've been several times and have never been disappointed. The food tastes authentic and it won't break the bank.

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    Bunjy

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2014

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    We ate here before seeing a show at the Paramount and it was wonderful. We happened to be there during happy hour so were able to try several different entrees. Would highly recommend.

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    LivinOn14th

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2014

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    La Cocina Oaxaquena was a vibrant spot to eat outdoors and take in Seattle on a Friday night. Skyscrapers light up the night to the west while Pine Street, mixed with a constant stream of people and slow crawling traffic becomes a red and white ribbon of lights moving between downtown and Capitol Hill. Outdoor seating sits on the corner with Melrose Ave facing busy bars, restaurants, coffee shops, retail shops and buzzing sidewalks. We were seated quickly with our waiter seconds behind us. Looked over the menu, asked the waiter a couple of questions and ordered with ease. It's an active street scene while waiting for food, which was a variety of taco's, chips and guacamole and a couple of Mojita's which were surprisingly spicy! Fun.

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    gregoryhugh

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2014

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    La Oaxaquena..just okay. A LOT of promise but nothing notable about the Oaxaquen food. Would LOVE it to have been CREATIVE Oaxaquen food, especially given the great location.

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    jsdavis573

    Seattle

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2014

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    Fun and enjoyable...a tasty neighborhood gem. Loved the sangria and homemade tortillas! Will be back for more.

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    GWilliams

    New England

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2014

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    There was nothing specifically wrong with this place. It's just that Mezcalaria Oaxaqua already does it better.

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    AL09

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2014

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    Good food and drinks, got outdoor seating on a summer night

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    luvgoodfood

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2014

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    Moved from So. California and have been on the hunt for decent (have lowered the bar) Mexican food in Seattle. Tried La Cocina Oaxaquena and it exceeded our expectations for Mexican food in Seattle! We have finally found a place that we could go to for GREAT Mexican food!

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    Vallartan3X

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2014

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    Reasonable price, great location, a lengthy menu, and food is presented nicely.

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    DoZA69

    Seattle

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on June 6, 2014

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    True Mexican food. I feel like I am back home visiting family when I taste the food here. Check out the carne asada and adobada tacos.

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    Steveninpdx

    Portland

    74 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2014

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    This is a great lunch spot or casual dinner with friends. The large front patio is exposed to the street but set back enough to let you enjoy life on the hill. The Pazole has a nice spicy bite with large chunks of boneless pork. For Seattle, the house margarita is reasonably priced just $7, I recommend on the rocks with salt.

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    sadexperience

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2014

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    The food is incredible and we live to go, authentic mexican food.

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