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The Matador
- Mexican
- Seattle, WA
About this business
The flagship location of The Matador in Seattle is extremely popular with locals. The unique ambiance, with skillfully-designed tables, antique lights, fireplace and plasma screen televisions is a blend of conventional and modern sensibilities. There is decent choice of Tex-Mex cuisine available too, with options like charbroiled rib-eye, beef tenderloin medallions and skillet seared fajitas. The sandwiches and starter plates are also something to try out here. Check website for more information.
Location details
2221 NW Market St, Seattle, WA, 98107, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Great place – We really enjoyed it here. In the summer they open up a giant wall of windows so you can sit outside in the sunshine or inside in the cool breeze. In the center is a giant fire pit which is super cozy at night. The drinks are h it or miss. While their margaritas - which they claim to be their specialty - tasted salty and almost bland to me, the sangria is outstanding and the mojitos are even better! The mojitos are made with lots of fresh mint that is refreshing and just perfect on a hot day. The service is att... read more
time for mojitos! – i love mojitos.. matador makes the best ones! it's a default place to go to. it's not so much that their food is good, but it's a nice place to hang out and have a couple drinks at. seating can be a nightmare on friday and saturday nights and sometimes there are overly obnoxious, screaming customers, but the service is really good, very friendly in a mellow, casual sort of way.
Bad Drinks in Ballard – I liked the atmosphere and the appetizers were average. BUT, the drinks were terrible and we tried 5 different drinks: The Topshelf Margarita was the worst, should have ordered a regular one. The Cosmo was not made with Cranberry juice but tasted like pink lemonade. The Purple Nehi was a disaster. The Kamakazi tasted like it was the last of whatever they had. 5. How can you screw up a "Screwdriver" We finally just had "Patron" on the rocks and still had to ask for a lime. Was it because it was a Sunda... read more
User review by jigoldman – For the West Seattle location I would have to say service is something to be desired. As for the food unexciting and mediocre at best. I could say the only thing it has going for it are strong cheap happy hour drinks and a meat market scene.
The Lone Star state meets Ballard at this trendy Tex-Mex bar and grill. – The Scene A longhorn skull above the main bar, lavish metal artifacts on the walls and antique light fixtures hanging from the ceiling give this small triangular room a big dose of character. But it's the centerpiece--a semicircular bar surrounding a massive flume-covered fire pit--that attracts the most attention. The atmosphere feels just right for clientele that is well-dressed and includes employees from other area establishments. The Draw Wine and... read more
Matador West Seattle has arrived – The best Happy Hour value you're going to get for a rich food place. The nachos were the best prepared and best tasting I've had. No ton of dry chips left over, either. The Happy Hour has many cheap appetizer items to wash down with great margaritas. Since the West Seattle branch is new, they get very crowded in the evenings; check it out before the 9-5ers come in.
I have not eaten a bad thing yet. – I have eaten at the Matador in west seattle about ten times now. The food thier rocks.Everything I have ordered is excellent. Even thier house Margarita is good. I have only sat at the bar but have always had excellent service. I would and do recommend this restaraunt to anyone. One more thing I have only been thier early. Like before 7pm. I have heard it gets very crowded later than that.
If only they would hire better waitresses – I have been to the Matador several times with co-workers (never more than 5 people) and every single time, the waitress forgets several of our orders. I once asked for a basket of chips 5 times before she remembered it. The service is also very slow. You might wait 20 minutes with an empty drink. On the plus side, the food is very good, the happy hour apps are nicely priced, and the drinks are quite strong.
Great food, fun scene – We've been several times and have always enjoyed friendly, fast service. The atmosphere is fantastic, the Happy Hour is a steal and the food is great. My dad was visiting from NY and ate there three times on one trip! I'm not huge on the bar scene, but it's there if you want it. Otherwise, visit early or very late and you won't be disappointed. I heard that Matador West just opened on California in West Seattle - I'll be heading there next week.
Frequently asked questions about The Matador
How is The Matador rated?
The Matador has a 4.4 star rating with 2,560 reviews.
When is The Matador open?
The Matador is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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