Red Star Taco Bar – Mexican
Red Star Taco Bar pulses with a vibrant, high-energy spirit where the rhythmic crunch of house-made chips and the aroma of melted queso create a lively backdrop for social gatherings. Inventive comfort food takes center stage, from crispy poblano rings to the unique, potato-packed Idaho taco, all designed to be paired with zesty hand-crafted dips and shared among friends. It is a spirited neighborhood haunt where bold flavors and a laid-back atmosphere turn every meal into a festive celebration of modern taco culture.
513 North 36th Street, Seattle 98103 https://redstartacobar.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Red Star Taco Bar
Dairy-Free at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Plate, Chips & Pico de Gallo and Sweet Potato Black Bean Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Guacamole and Callahan's Chipotle Hot Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Taco Bowl, Two Taco Plate and Chips & Pico de Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Plate, Deluxe Bacon Cheeseburger Taco and Agave Shrimp & Elote Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Callahan's Chipotle Hot Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Agua Mineral, Jarritos Pineapple and Callahan's Chipotle Hot Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 15 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Plate, Chips & Pico de Gallo and Sweet Potato Black Bean Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Red Star Taco Bar
Red Star Taco Bar in Seattle has 23 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Plate, Chips & Pico de Gallo and Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Red Star Taco Bar
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Two Taco Plate | 15.9 g | 64.7 g |
| Deluxe Bacon Cheeseburger Taco | 17.6 g | 52.5 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Taco | 87.5 g | 47.9 g |
| Taco Bowl | 114.2 g | 38.9 g |
| Red Star Caesar Salad | 42.7 g | 33.8 g |
| The Burrito | 29.4 g | 27.2 g |
| Carnitas Taco | 31.7 g | 25.1 g |
| Carne Asada Taco | 13.1 g | 24.7 g |
| Agave Shrimp & Elote Taco | 11.4 g | 24.2 g |
| Chips & Pico de Gallo | 6.6 g | 21.3 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the delicious salads and fresh flavors, frequently recommending the spot for its inviting and welcoming feel. Guests consistently praise the friendly service staff for their attentive care and regular check-ins, noting that the warm atmosphere makes it a perfect destination for a relaxed meal with partners or friends.
Menu
Pre Taco
- Chips & Salsa - $4: House-made salsa, crispy chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Guacamole - $10: House-made guacamole, crispy chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Pico de Gallo - $5: House-made pico de gallo, crispy chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean & Cheese Dip - $11: Cheese melted into refried pinto beans topped with pico and cilantro served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip - $15: Melted cheese and roasted peppers, pico, cilantro and cotija served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poblano Rings - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $13: Chips, melted cheese, refried beans, salsa roja, lime crema, guacamole, pico, olives Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Idaho Taco - $15: Large baked potato heaped with carne asada, cheese, pico, salsa verde, guacamole, lime crema Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $12: Grilled cheese on a flour tortilla, lettuce, pico, lime crema, salsa verde Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Bowl - $14: Rice & pinto beans, choice of protein, topped with pico, crema, guacamole Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Bowl - $11: Rice, sweet potato black beans, pico, guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $12: Butter lettuce, sweet corn salsa, pico, black beans, avocado, cilantro-lime vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Star Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine hearts, tahani caeser dressing, parmesan crisps, pico de gallo, bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos & Taco-ish
- Baja Sur Fish Taco - $5.5: Cabbage, pico, baja sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bang Bang Cauliflower Taco - $5: Fried cauliflower, asian slaw, sesame aioli, bang bang sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Taco - $5: Lettuce, crumbly bleu cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Taco - $6: Pico, lime crema Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco - $5: Pico, salsa verde Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean BBQ Beef Taco - $6: Cabbage, pineapple, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philly Taco - $6: Queso, jalapeños Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agave Shrimp & Elote Taco - $6: Agave roja sauce, corn, tajin mayo, cabbage, cotija, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Black Bean Taco - $4.5: Lettuce, cilantro, salsa verde Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tequila Lime Chicken Taco - $5: Lettuce, pico, salsa verde, lime crema Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sriracha Honey Tofu Taco - $5: Cabbage, pineapple, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deluxe Bacon Cheeseburger Taco - $6: Shaved top sirloin, bacon, Tillamook white cheddar sauce, onion, lettuce, burger sauce, pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Two Taco Plate - $14.5: Any two tacos with rice and beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Star Torta - $13: Carnitas, menonita cheese, jalapenos, pickled red onions on a Bolio roll, served with a spicy dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Burrito - $14: Choice of protein, pinto beans, rice, salsa verde, lime crema, pico, cabbage Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Burrito - $15: Fried fish, cabbage, rice, black beans, pico, baja sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole - $10: Pozole verde with pork Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Extras
- Extra Corn Tortillas - $3: 6 house-made corn tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Flour Tortillas - $3: 6 flour tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Side Guacamole - $3: Small guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free
- Rice - $3: Side of house made rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans - $3: Side of house made vegan black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Refried Beans - $3: Side of house made vegan refried beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pinto Beans - $3: Side of house made pinto beans with bacon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Callahan's Chipotle Hot Sauce - $7: 5 oz bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Post-Taco
- Coconut Flan - $7: Baked custard with burnt sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Bunuelos - $5: Crispy fritters, cinnamon, sugar, honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Agua Mineral - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coke - $5
- Jarritos Pineapple - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Best Day ElectroLime - $7: Non alcoholic beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Red Star Taco Bar
- Is Red Star Taco Bar dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Red Star Taco Bar has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Plate, Chips & Pico de Gallo and Sweet Potato Black Bean Taco.
- What can I eat at Red Star Taco Bar on a dairy-free diet?
- Two Taco Plate, Chips & Pico de Gallo and Sweet Potato Black Bean Taco carry the dairy-free tag, out of 15 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Red Star Taco Bar have vegan options?
- Yes. 15 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Two Taco Plate and Chips & Pico de Gallo.
- Is Red Star Taco Bar gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Red Star Taco Bar?
- Taco Salad, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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