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La Carta de Oaxaca


4.5 of 5 stars 65 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Mexican, Tapas
  • Price range: £13-19 ($21-$30)

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The real deal for authentic Mexican food. Atmosphere... Well, kinda just a bar scene and some tables piled on top of each other. The food is the draw. And it's fantastic. more

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2 of 5 stars
Seattle, Washington
7 Oct 2009
3
people found this review helpful

After reading the many highly positive reviews of La Carta de Oaxaca, we happily stood in line outside the small but incredibly popular restaurant in the heart of Ballard. We loved the idea (and the reality) of the community tables, the exposed kitchen, the hustle and bustle of the place. The food was a significant disappointment. The food is incredibly... more

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4 of 5 stars
Seattle
5 Aug 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Love the food at Oaxaca. Seattle is desperately in need of a great Mexican restaurant, but Oaxaca does its best at being authentic. The food most of the time is good. Sometimes, it can be cold when brought out and at other times not as spicy. It probably all depends on the cook. Hate - the community tables and small... more

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4 of 5 stars
San Diego
19 Jun 2009
3
people found this review helpful

On a recent trip to Seattle, my wife and I took the recommendation of our concierge and went to this restaurant.. So glad we did. Great fresh food and wonderful serivce. . Oh, and tasty sangria. We will be back. more

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5 of 5 stars
Lancaster, PA
3 Jun 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Was out to Seattle for a week.-saw the review online and then asked a few local store employees and they all said it was good-it was really good. more

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4 of 5 stars
Eugene, Oregon
25 May 2009
3
people found this review helpful

This place is small, and likely gets very busy. The food is really good and the drinks are strong. They have an extended salsa bar. Chips with guacamole are $5 and are worth getting (basket is probably enough for 3-4 people). Tamatillo sauce is great. Photos on the wall are cool. more

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5 of 5 stars
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6 Feb 2009

homemade in front of you - amazing chips and guac - i've yet to have a less than stellar dish. more

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5 of 5 stars
Bellevue, Washington
24 Dec 2008
1
person found this review helpful

I am addicted to pork mole. This is the second best I have ever had, and the very best ever in the states. more

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5 of 5 stars
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1 Dec 2008

The bestest Mexican. Love their soup. more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
15 Sep 2008
1
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talk about a long line, whew! tasty, but very few veggie options. margaritas rocked. more

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La Carta de Oaxaca Address

5431 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
Tel: (206) 782-8722
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.