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Poquitos - Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA

Poquitos - Capitol Hill

4.6
4.6
529 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
Poquitos - Capitol Hill does not currently offer reservations Friday and Saturday evenings after 6:30pm.
Poquitos Chef Manny Arce offers authentic presentations of traditional Mexican cuisine while utilizing the regional benefit of high quality Northwest farms and purveyors. Over 14,000 Talavera tiles from Puebla, Mexico and a variety of Mexican artisan design pieces combine to create an environment that is unique not only to Capitol Hill but Seattle as well. Our outdoor covered patio, with radiant heat, two fireplaces, and 12-seat bar is enjoyable whether for a Sunday lunch or a Friday night cocktail.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Contemporary Mexican

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (206) 590-5039

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Manny Arce

  • Catering

    If you are interested in picking up a large party take out order for more than 20 people, feel free to visit our catering page at vivapoquitos.com and we will try our best to accommodate your event! Large catering orders are available for pick up only, Sundays – Thursdays and subject to black out dates based on previously booked events and holidays. We look forward to hearing from you!

  • Private party facilities

    Our covered, four season atrium is available to be reserved for larger parties Sunday-Thursday. The area features a beautiful outdoor bar, two fireplaces, and radiant heat benches.Our Private Dining Room can accommodate smaller groups of up to 16. Guests can order off the menu or for groups of 14-16 Chef Manny can create a special Chef's tasting menu.

  • Private party contact

    Liz Elkins: (206) 453-4216

  • Neighborhood

    Capitol Hill / First Hill

  • Cross street

    10th Ave

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Routes 43, 49, 60, 9 all stop at Broadway & Pike, one block west. Routes 10, 11, and 84 stop on 10th & E. Pine, one block north.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Lively

  • Seattle

    Lively

  1. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good restaurant and service, we had a lovely dinner

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  2. PhoebeB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    The service and food were great but it was far too noisy. Music way too loud..

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  3. KaylynT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice place and good food plus drinks are well made

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  4. MelissaH

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Looked like a cool place, and reviews were decent, including noise level listed as 'moderate' (it's not- it's loud). We couldn't hear each other across the table so sat outside instead. Guac, queso and chips were great but dinner was disappointing and service, BAD. Baha Fish tacos were tasteless and the server never returned to see if we wanted another drink OR provide a single refill of water. What really ruined the night was the chicken quesadilla that came without chicken...and when we told our waitress it wasn't a chicken quesadilla, she left the dish, went in the restaurant (we thought to order the correct thing), but returned 5 minutes later with a whole CHICKEN BREAST in four huge slices. No joke. We were dumbfounded- she said it was to put inside --inside the now coagulated cheese tortilla. We sort of laughed and said uhhh really?!... and she said it's just what the kitchen gave her and walked away. WTF. She didn't check back and when she came by later we said she could take the plate away and that we're not paying for that. No apology and actually, no words at all. Wish I'd taken a picture to document how crazy it was, but was just too shocked. We won't be going back.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Honestly these guys are too fast but hey who complains about that. We’ve been here twice and there hasn’t been one single problem. Highly recommend

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  6. KarlenT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Along with a variety of margaritas they offer creative cocktails with a Mexican flair. I enjoyed the twist. Flavorful food, generous portions, and trendy decor. Thoroughly enjoyed my visit.

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  7. JaneM

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, creative Mexican fare. A combination of old and new. I’ve never had flan with fruit before but this one was smothered with strawberries, blueberries and raspberries!

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  8. Maddie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is my favorite Mexican food restaurant. The jalapeño queso has my heart!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Anchorage

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The salsa’s and the food were awesome! Loved everything we ate. Great service.

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  10. AnushkaB

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful ambience, food and best cocktails. Will be back.

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  11. ChristineW

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Just absolutely amazing food and service. Their nachos are the best and churros dessert was to die for.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Tacos were flavorful . But over sauced. Did not respect ingredients.

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  13. jans

    Portland

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good food and service. Never disappointed here.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food? Fabulous. Service? Excellent, accommodating Ambiance? Fun

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, drinks and service. A bit more than I would usually want to spend but still a big thumbs up.

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  16. JeffB

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Perfect for meeting friends after work for a bite and a night out on the town

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  17. HighKat

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Poquito's is one of our go-to spots for special events and weekend treats. Their selection is unique but not out-of-reach, with high-quality ingredients, excellent cocktails, both traditional and modern recipes, great service, and gorgeous ambience.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very tasty, nice ambiance, vegetarian friendly, good service. Wish we could order half sized entrees because the prices are steep, which is why we visit only for special occasions.

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  19. TheDon

    Seattle

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Different menu than standard Mexican fare and all good!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    Lovely place great service but the food was the one thing. The food and drinks were all bleh! Our group got tacos and they were simply not good at all. Along with our drinks they all tastes like Juice nothing fresh. 0/10

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  21. McKenzieM

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went to this restaurant for the first time the other night with a friend and it's immediately become a favorite of mine. I will definitely be coming back !

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Our server was helpful and definitely did not neglect our table. Food came out fast and cocktails were delicious.

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  23. Wistark

    Seattle

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate at 5:30 on a cold Saturday night in February so it was not too busy but it definitely picks up fast so better make a reservation. Great spot in a bustling area and food and ambiance make it a gem! Parking is the big hassle so allow plenty of time for that if you have a reservation. We got dropped off to claim our table and get some drinks started for our poor designated driver who had to hunt down parking.

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  24. VanaAli3

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Had a different dining experience this time. Our go-to is always the salsa trio and jala-pina margaritas. The salsa was warm and didn't have any flavor. The margaritas were not yummy. The one thing we did enjoy was the braised beef shank, so delicious and flavorful.

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  25. MichaelASea

    Seattle

    49 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Loud, but fun atmosphere. Drinks, salad, and enchiladas were great. Skimpy portion of salsas considering you pay for chips and salsa. Rice was crunchy and black beans were boring. They need to visit any Taco truck to see how rice and beans should be made.

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  26. BosyR

    Seattle

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience4
    Service was rushed, server took our food before we were finished.

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  27. RichardH

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent, my steak was cooked perfectly. The wait staff was attentive and polite.

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  28. YosPika

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great vege tacos, they were tasty and amazing. Go here

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  29. MattB

    San Diego

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious and incredible service!

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  30. NatalieS

    Vancouver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Good was bland. tacos and burritos need sauce in them!

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  31. Ilovebreakfast

    Seattle

    42 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Had reservations for 3, but they put us at a table for 2, already tight for 2, but then they added another setting. Had to ask to be moved, as there were TONS of empty proper-sized tables available. Servers were attentive as the place got busy. The food is ok, but small portions for the price for both food and cocktails. Every menu item is spicy. I know it's Mexican food, but my beet salad was spicy! There was no ingredient listed in the description that should have made a SALAD spicy. The dressing was apple cider vinaigrette. This is the 4th time I've been here, every time a little worse than the last. I won't be back.

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  32. JuanC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our second time visiting this restaurant. We walked into this place a year ago when visiting from California and before our current trip we were looking forward to eating their amazing food again. I made a reservation for 6:00pm Saturday evening. We waited no longer than 5 minutes this time around. Had the ceviche, esquite, carne asada and curros for dessert. The food was as amazing as the first time. The carne asada was so nice and tender, delicious and it melted in your mouth. Try it, thank me later.

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  33. ShawnH

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Really tasty. And a cool atmosphere. Our favorite restaurant in the neighborhood (especially before a show at Neumo's, directly across the street.)

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  34. TysonB

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service! Excellent margaritas and a variety of great seating.

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  35. KristenS

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful meal, gorgeous restaurant, ate in the bar area which would have been perfect had the music not been so extremely loud. I will definitely go back, but I won’t eat in the bar area again.

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  36. dhjhahch87

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    From the hostess to everyone in between were amazing! Entertaining 8 clients, extremely helpful and knowledgeable server was so good! Will be back and relax with or without entertaining clients :) Thanks, Dave

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  37. MattB

    San Diego

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food and drinks!

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  38. TAB1

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Date night and off to the theater. It was fantastic food.

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  39. ChristieH

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2022

    overall1food2service3ambience5
    Food was overpriced and bland and our party was rushed through dinner- would not go back.

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  40. robertm

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Service was too fast, as if they just wanted to turn the table. We had two drinks each, appetizer’s and entrees all in 30 minutes. We were seated at 5:45 and was out by 6:45. Food was ok, but came out in 5 mins while still having first course. Waiter brought the bill and offered boxes for leftovers while we were still eating. Not enjoyable.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Poquitos - Capitol Hill using the Order Online button. Poquitos - Capitol Hill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 590-5039.

Poquitos - Capitol Hill is rated 4.6 stars by 529 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Poquitos - Capitol Hill

1000 E Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98122

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    10th Ave

  • Neighborhood

    Capitol Hill / First Hill

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Contemporary Mexican

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Routes 43, 49, 60, 9 all stop at Broadway & Pike, one block west. Routes 10, 11, and 84 stop on 10th & E. Pine, one block north.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Manny Arce

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (206) 590-5039

  • Catering

    If you are interested in picking up a large party take out order for more than 20 people, feel free to visit our catering page at vivapoquitos.com and we will try our best to accommodate your event! Large catering orders are available for pick up only, Sundays – Thursdays and subject to black out dates based on previously booked events and holidays. We look forward to hearing from you!

  • Private party facilities

    Our covered, four season atrium is available to be reserved for larger parties Sunday-Thursday. The area features a beautiful outdoor bar, two fireplaces, and radiant heat benches.Our Private Dining Room can accommodate smaller groups of up to 16. Guests can order off the menu or for groups of 14-16 Chef Manny can create a special Chef's tasting menu.

  • Private party contact

    Liz Elkins: (206) 453-4216

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