Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Seattle, according to Tripadvisor

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February 8, 2023
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Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Seattle, according to Tripadvisor

Mexican fare ranks second among Americans' favorite global cuisines, according to Chef's Pencil. Mexican flavors and ingredients have permeated all corners of American cuisine, infusing vibrant and varied tastes into Americans' daily diet. But while tacos and enchiladas may seem commonplace in America now, that wasn't always the case.

To be sure, Americans have been influenced by the flavors of our neighbor to the south for hundreds of years. But it wasn't until refugees from southern and central Mexico brought their culinary traditions north to the U.S. during the Mexican Revolution that dishes like tacos found their way into the mainstream. An increasingly global culture (and a growing number of Mexican fast-food mainstays and high-end restaurants) have cemented Mexican food's beloved role in U.S. cuisine. Which begs the question: Where does one go for the best Mexican food in Seattle?

To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Seattle. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#30. Gracia

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (50 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5313 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
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#29. Taqueria Cantina

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (51 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2630 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121-1305
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#28. Los Agaves at Pike

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (50 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1514 Pike Place Market Avenue Stall 7, Seattle, WA 98101
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#27. El Camion

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (54 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 6416 15th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107-2309
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#26. Copal

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (28 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 323 Occidental Ave S Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA 98104-2839
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#25. Matador

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4546 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116-4111
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#24. El Camion

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (43 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 11728 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133-8254
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#23. Blue Water Taco Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (67 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 515 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101-2308
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#22. La Cocina Oaxaquena

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (65 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1216 Pine St Ste 100, Seattle, WA 98101
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#21. Sal Y Limon

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (36 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109-4006
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#20. Plaza Garibaldi

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (63 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 129 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109-4902
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#19. El Moose

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (127 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5242 Leary Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107-4821
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#18. Rosita's Mexican Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (74 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7210 Woodlawn Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115-5336
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#17. Tacos Chukis

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (74 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 219 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98102-5733
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#16. El Camino

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (91 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 607 N 35th St, Seattle, WA 98103-8608
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#15. Blue Water Taco Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (125 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 515 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109-4521
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#14. The Matador

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (121 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2221 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107-4025
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#13. Agave Cocina & Tequilas

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (146 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 100 Republican St Ste. 100, Seattle, WA 98109
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#12. La Catrina

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (126 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5905 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA 98108-2714
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#11. El Borracho

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (241 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1521 1st Ave Between Pike and Pine Streets, Seattle, WA 98101-1523
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#10. Laredo's Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (117 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 555 Aloha St, Seattle, WA 98109-3925
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#9. Agua Verde Cafe

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (291 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1303 NE Boat St, Seattle, WA 98105-6701
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#8. Poquitos

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (225 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1000 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122-3819
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#7. Peso's Kitchen & Lounge

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (315 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 605 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109-4013
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#6. Barrio Mexican Kitchen & Bar

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (215 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1420 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122-3906
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#5. Cactus

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (170 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4220 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98112-3237
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#4. La Carta de Oaxaca

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (259 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5431 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107-4052
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#3. Cactus

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (216 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 350 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109-5209
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#2. Fogon Cocina Mexicana

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (174 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 600 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122-2324
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#1. Cactus Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (275 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2820 Alki Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116-2788
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