El Moose

El Moose

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El Moose has been feeding Seattle since 2004, built on family recipes passed down for generations and shaped by trips to Mexican markets, roadside restaurants, and cookbooks. Everything on the menu is made from scratch, salsas are served spicy directly on the food, and portions are meant for sharing rather than solo eating.

The menu moves across multiple regions of Mexico rather than sticking to one style — tacos, quesadillas, and carnitas street tacos sit alongside brunch dishes like huevos divorciados. The bar makes margaritas and a Paloma Rosa, and there's a dedicated coffee menu alongside desserts like fried plantains with cinnamon sugar.

The space has a quirky, personal feel, with a front bar that draws a regular crowd for lunch and drinks.
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City

Seattle

Neighborhood

Ballard

Price

$$

Cuisine

Mexican

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