Taquería La Tentación — Restaurant in Federal Way

A NW winter day. Missing home. I needed menudo. Googled taquerias near me and LA Tentacion was number two on the list. Number one was about a half mile behind me, chance brought me here.

Place is tucked in off the street next to a Korean noodle house. Pacific is a busy street and lots of visual distractions, you'll miss it even with directions. Inside will remind you of a neighborhood store anywhere in Southern California. Smelled like home.

Ordered menudo, the Taco Tentacion, and a Negra Modelo. Sunday morning clothes for the families, futbol on TV. Sounded like home.

Menudo was delicious and just as I had expected.

The taco was wholly other. Served on a plate, two small house-made corn tortillas; slightly spread, piled generously with braised, then grilled pieces of Carnitas. A portion of Pico de Gallo. And atop the Carnitas, strips of perfectly prepared braised Chicharron. The plate made two perfect tacos. The spices, herbs, chili's all combined masterfully to provide a deep unctuous wonderfully texture bite.

Tasted so much...

La Tentacion is a vibrant Mexican restaurant that left an indelible mark on my culinary journey. The colorful decor instantly transported me to Mexico, setting the perfect stage for an authentic dining experience.

The guacamole was a stellar start, with its fresh, creamy texture and a hint of lime and jalapeño. The homemade tortilla chips were irresistible.

For the main course, I chose the carnitas tacos, a revelation of tender, flavorful slow-cooked pork paired with handmade corn tortillas.

The attentive and knowledgeable staff enhanced the experience, guiding us through the menu with excellent recommendations.

As a dessert enthusiast, I savored the crispy churros with vanilla helado

La Tentacion is a must-visit for an authentic Mexican dining experience that exceeds expectations. With its superb food, inviting ambiance, and top-notch service, it's a place I eagerly anticipate returning to. For an unforgettable Mexican culinary adventure, make a reservation here; it...

This is the best Authentic Mexican I have ever had in America. Wonderful homemade torillas, delictable meats, and fresh ingredients all packed together for an astounding experience for anyone who loves this type of cuisine. The ladies are extremely sweet and speak very good english (something I was not expecting before I walked in). The location is a little out of place, as it looks like the back end of a store where employees park. The establishment is very clean, and for a germaphob like me that means a lot. The menu is short and sweet, because everything on it seemed to be perfected. Almost all the customers are mexican, which says a lot about how authentic it is. I would HIGHLY reccomend this to anyone. Also, my favorite drink here was the Orange...