5 to Try: Mission-Style Burritos
By Anna Roth, Seattle Editor
From the enormous burrito at Gordito's to a mole version at Agua Verde, check out our picks for no-nonsense, south of the border cuisine in Seattle.
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Gordito's Healthy Mexican Food
213 N 85th St, Seattle, WA
The burrito grande, so massive that it's made with two flour tortillas, could easily feed a small family and is one of the best bargains in town. -
Agua Verde
1303 NE Boat St, Seattle, WA
Try the king-sized mole version for a spin on the classic--it's stuffed with free-range chicken, house-made mole sauce, rice and pinto beans. -
El Chupacabra
6711 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA
Huge burritos filled with slow-cooked meats, including juicy, tender carnitas, are the menu item of choice (best washed down with a pint-sized signature margarita). -
Mission
2325 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA
Play burrito roulette: A different filling and sauce is offered every day at this sexy West Seattle taqueria. -
Taqueria Guaymas
213 Broadway E, Seattle, WA
Want a healthy option? The vegetarian burrito is filled with potatoes, carrots, zucchini, spinach, beans and tomatoes and encased in a whole wheat tortilla.
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Cactus Restaurant
4220 E Madison St, Seattle, WA
Folks flock here for tasty tapas and the winning mix of Southwest, Mexican and Latin flavors. -
El Camino
607 N 35th St, Seattle, WA
Fremont hot space where trendy 20s-somethings come for fresh margaritas and tasty Mexican and Latin-inspired dishes.
