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(206) 782-8722
5431 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle,
WA
98107
47.6679
-122.3854
Neighborhoods: Adams, Ballard
Hours:
Tuesday To Saturday From 11:30 AM To 03:00 PM Monday To Thursday From 05:00 PM To 11:00 PM Friday To Saturday From 05:00 PM To 12:00 AM
Price:
$$
Last updated 8.17.11
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Date Spot
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What People Are Saying About La Carta De Oaxaca
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
The Scene – The bustle and bright lights behind big storefront windows make this cheery restaurant stand out along dark Ballard Avenue. A long family-style table, an open kitchen and large margaritas all contribute to the festive atmosphere. Dramatic black-and-white photos capturing southern Mexico rise up along the walls in an airy, white room that gets surprisingly warm. – – The Food – From tamales wrapped in banana leaf to barbecued pork in tortillas, Oaxacan food surpasses standard Mexican fare. Served in portions that are somewhere between tapas and small entree,…
Editor's Tips
- What to Drink:
- With more than two dozen tequilas from which to choose, the bar manager concocts delicious, distinctive cocktails (ask for a Chimayo or a Jazmin).
- Look Good:
- Main dishes are small, so it's normal to order more than one if you're hungry.
- Know Before You Go:
- Don't come here if you need to have a serious conversation. The atmosphere is very lively, with tables close together and a louder-than-average noise level.
- When to Go:
- La Carta is very busy nearly every night of the week--come early or be prepared for a long wait.
11/17/10
Better to Be Found
by SeattleDude at Citysearch
I'm not sure what all the excitement is about regarding La Carta De Oaxaca. I have now been several times and find myself rather unimpressed. The environment is at best homogenized and boring kinda like Starbucks. The restaurant is sooo loud! The service is ok. The staff gets the food out quick and are generally prompt considering how busy the place is. I just think there is more to a good restaurant experience than prompt service. I want to be engaged, and I want my servers to have a personality. I want to feel like I am getting more than just food. I just think La Carta feels like a fast food restaurant. With a seriously boring and overpriced menu. There are far too many great restaurants in the area for me to get excited about this place.
05/10/10
Closed at 3PM on a Saturday?
by CharlieMuk at Citysearch
I walked in after hearing good things about this place, I should have read more reviews. Person was rude to me as I walked in, said they were closed, even though there were lots of people eating. It was shortly after 3PM on a Saturday. Won't be back, it's obvious they don't need my business.
- Pros: No pros I didn't actually get to eat
- Cons: Closed after 3PM on a Saturday
01/02/10
LOVE LOVE LOVE This Place!
by mcakes at Citysearch
Always good service, even when they are slammed. Food is great and very consistent. You may have to wait a bit for a table, but it is definitely worth it.
- Pros: great food and atmosphere
- Cons: none
10/25/09
This place is the best!
by danielmann at Citysearch
Best mexian food in Seattle! Awesome bar tenders and strong drinks!
07/27/09
abysmal service
by mombo at Citysearch
Food - the dishes we were served - was excellent and the margaritas delicious. We were given one glass of water for a table of six, despite requests for five more. Other food items we ordered were never served. This is the worst and rudest restaurant service I've ever experienced! Two members of our party left the restaurant in tears - so much for a celebratory evening. Wish I'd read ballardanne's review first.
