Fodor's Expert Review El Moose

$$ Ballard Mexican

Looking like a cross between a truck-stop diner and a Tex-Mex restaurant, this tiny café has outstanding breakfast options—including traditional favorites from every region of Mexico. Wait for a space in the tiny dining room, belly up to the counter, or just watch the frenetic activity as everything from soup to salsa is made from scratch. Lunch and dinner are just as good as breakfast (served daily from 9 to 3). Try delectable pork carnitas; chorizo from the state of Michoacán; mole negro over pork or chicken; rockfish with cinnamon and guajillo chiles; and mouthwatering chilaquiles—tortilla chips cooked in green or red salsa and topped with cream.

Mexican Breakfast Brunch Dinner Lunch $$

Quick Facts

5242 Leary Ave. NW
Seattle, Washington  98107, USA

206-784–5568

www.elmoose.com

Known For:
  • House-made salsas and moles
  • Strong margaritas
  • Excellent breakfasts

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