El Mezcalito – Mexican
Stepping into El Mezcalito feels like a journey to the heart of Oaxaca, where the air is thick with the scent of toasted chilies and the rich, complex aroma of house-made black mole. From the steam rising off hand-wrapped tamales to the vibrant sizzle of carne asada on the grill, every dish celebrates traditional flavors with a soulful, rustic elegance. Whether you are tucking into velvety enfrijoladas or savory memelitas, the experience is a warm embrace of authentic Mexican heritage served in a lively, welcoming space.
2123, Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, 98109 +12062164446 https://seattlemeetsoaxaca.com/el-mezcalito/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, vegan, sugar-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, atkins, low-cholesterol, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, carnivore, mayo-clinic, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
- Tamale de Rajas - $17: Corn masa, chicken, tomatoes, onions and jalapeños wrapped in a corn husk, served with white rice and black beans topped with crema and queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Tamale Salsa Verde - $17: Corn masa, pork in tomatillo sauce, wrapped in a corn husk, served with white rice and black beans topped with crema and queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Memelitas - $13: Thick corn tortillas topped with lard, black bean sauce, queso fresco, avocado salsa and salsa roja Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chorizo with Egg - $19: Scrambled eggs with pork chorizo served with red rice, black beans topped with crema and queso fresco and corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Enfrijoladas - $23: Corn tortillas smothered in black bean sauce, topped with onions, lettuce, crema, queso fresco and served with skirt steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Entomatadas - $21: Corn tortillas smothered in tomatillo salsa topped with queso fresco, crema, lettuce, onions and served with skirt steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tacos al Pastor - $15: Barbequed pork on corn tortillas, pico de gallo and salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tacos Carne Asada - $15: Steak on corn tortillas topped with cilantro, onions and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Oaxacan Black Mole - $20: House specialty black mole with chicken or pork ribs, white rice and corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Carne Asada Plate - $21: Skirt steak served with rice, black beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, fried jalapeño and corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chile Relleno - $19: Cheese stuffed jalapeño pepper, deep fried in egg batter and served with red rice, black beans and corn tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Tlayuda (Mexican Pizza) - $29: Giant corn tortilla topped with beans, quesillo, lard, cabbage, avocado, chorizo, cactus, tomatoes, fried jalapeños and steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Garlic Shrimp - $21: Lime, chile, and garlic marinated sautéed prawns with white rice, pinto beans and corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
- Pozole - $18: Pork and hominy stew served with corn tostadas, sliced cabbage, radishes, cilantro and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans - $11: Corn tortilla chips served with a side of guacamole or pinto beans and house-made salsas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Molotes - $13: Fried corn rolls filled with potatoes, pork chorizo and topped with avocado sauce, queso fresco and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Ceviche - $22: Shrimp marinated in lime juice with pico de gallo, topped with avocado slices, served with corn tostadas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Fried Quesadillas - $12: Two fried quesadillas topped with black bean sauce, lettuce, salsa, cheese, crema and avocado salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- House Margarita - $11: Sauza, fresh lime juice, triple sec
- Cafe de Olla - $4: Cinnamon-infused coffee
- Agua Fresca - $4: Freshly made fruit water
- Mexican Coke - $4: Bottled soda
- Michelada - $8: Fresh lime juice, house Michelada mix, Tajin rim and choice of beer
- Extra Cheese - $2 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Extra Crema - $2
- Habanero Salsa - $2
- Side of Tortillas (3) - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol