Vecindad Mexican Restaurant — Restaurant in Tacoma

You know when a place gets hyped up and you’re like, “Okay, calm down, how good can it be?” Turns out the hype was real. Vecindad de Seattle is not just good, it’s memorable in a crave-it-again-tomorrow kind of way.

The whole place is themed after El Chavo del Ocho, and if that means nothing to you, just imagine the cutest, most colorful little courtyard-style setup with playful decor, great energy, and a total “hang out and stay a while” vibe. It feels like you walked onto a TV set and also immediately got hungry.

We started with the Sopa de Tortilla, and while the broth was cozy and comforting, the chicken in it was the real star. It had this blackened, smoky flavor that tasted like it came straight off a magical grill. I would honestly eat a whole plate of just that chicken if I could.

Then the Cazuelita de Frijoles Charros with Asada came in hot and stole the show. Creamy beans, spicy chorizo, and juicy asada all layered together, served with these thin, crispy blue corn tostada rounds instead of chips. They were perfect for scooping and added a fun, unexpected twist. The salsa flight that came with it deserves its own fan club. The green salsa was a mystical potion. The red was bold and balanced. Both were completely devoured.

Next up was the Quesadilla Frida. Crispy on the outside, gooey and savory on the inside, and absolutely packed with flavor. We got it with asada and couldn’t stop munching. It was one of those “wait, is this the best thing we’ve eaten all month” moments. Answer: yes.

The staff were genuinely lovely and super accommodating. The kind of service where you feel taken care of without being hovered over. Their text-you-when-your-table-is-ready system was genius. We grabbed a drink and didn’t have to awkwardly hover by the host stand like food-deprived vultures.

Speaking of drinks, the margarita was spot on and the smoky pineapple mezcal cocktail hit all the right notes. The berry margarita was a little sweet for me, but if you’re into fruity drinks, you’ll probably love it.

We came because we heard it was good. We’re going back because now we’re those people telling everyone else to go. If you usually stick to basic tacos, this place will open your eyes. It’s next-level, elevated Mexican comfort food that still feels totally...

We went on Sunday. Wasn’t too busy but we waited an hour plus for our food. While we were waiting they were passing out bread to Other customers and a waitress approached us asking if we’d like some. We figured they were passing it out since we had been waiting for a while. We grabbed some bread and then she came back a few minutes later to add it to our bill. She never mentioned it was at a price, she never even mentioned a price. We told her that we weren’t aware there was a cost and she shrugged her shoulders told us she told us it was an additional cost ( she didn’t) and walked away. Our waitress came over and apologized for the confusion and said she would take it off our bill. The girl who handed out the bread came back very passive aggressive and said she’d take it off the bill if she took away the bread. We had already eaten some of the bread so it’s obvious they would throw it in the trash. My 6yr old was eating the bread when she grabbed the plate very rudely so we told her to just leave it. Our waitress came back also confused and apologized but the bread remained on the bill. (20 dollars for 5 stale pieces of bread) She admitted that they would have definitely thrown the bread away instead of just letting us have it after the girl lied and said she told us it was at a additional cost (she never did) There was a mandatory tip that we weren’t able to take off which was a bummer after the service we got. Would...

My wife and I had an amazing experience at La Vecindad De Seattle! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warm hospitality and a vibrant atmosphere that made us feel right at home. We ordered two Modelos to kick things off, which paired perfectly with the incredible food that followed.

We started with the Camarón (3)—crispy fried shrimp nestled in warm corn tortillas, drizzled with a creamy sauce that was rich and flavorful without overpowering the shrimp. Each taco was accompanied by a side of frijoles de la olla, which were perfectly seasoned and comforting.

We also shared the Huarache, which was a standout. The thick masa base was hearty and satisfying, topped with savory refried beans, our choice of asada, and finished with a perfect balance of sour cream, queso fresco, and crisp lettuce. Again, the frijoles de la olla on the side made it feel like a complete, authentic meal.

One of the highlights of the night was the Salsa Macha—a deeply flavorful, slightly spicy salsa that added a smoky depth to every bite. It was clear that a lot of care and tradition goes into their recipes, especially this one.

We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. If you’re looking for bold, authentic Mexican flavors in Seattle, La Vecindad...