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Welcome to Red Star Taco Bar
At Red Star Taco Bar, we celebrate the vibrant flavors of Mexico in a lively, accessible atmosphere. Located in the heart of Seattle, our menu features everything from delicious tacos to creative, seasonal dishes like our winter pozole. Known for our welcoming service and energetic vibe, we invite patrons to unwind with friends while enjoying our extensive cocktail selection. The restaurant prides itself on inclusivity with features like vegan options, ASL proficiency, and ADA compliance. With a late-night kitchen open until 1 AM, Red Star offers a casual yet exciting dining experience that hits the spot every time.
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Red Star Taco Bar
Welcome to Red Star Taco Bar, where the vibrant flavors of Mexico collide with a lively, casual atmosphere right in the heart of Seattle's Fremont neighborhood. Located at 513 N 36th St, this hotspot not only offers a diverse menu of tasty tacos and seasonal dishes but also provides a welcoming environment for all. Whether you're craving a late-night snack or a cozy dinner with friends, Red Star is the perfect spot to indulge your appetite.
This eatery thrives on inclusivity and accessibility, boasting an ADA-compliant entrance and amenities like braille menus and ASL-proficient staff. The experience extends beyond just food. Red Star Taco Bar features a lively atmosphere with options for outdoor seating, happy hour specials, and a full bar to meet your beverage needs.
As for the food, the reviews speak volumes. While one diner remarked that the tacos may not be "spectacular," it's the explosion of flavors that leaves a lasting impression. Choices such as the carne and philly cheese steak tacos are praised for their rich taste and satisfying portions. The house-made salsa, with its distinct roasted garlic profile, complements the dishes perfectly.
The ambiance at Red Star Taco Bar adds to the experience. With moderate noise and inviting wooden decor enhanced by plant features, the vibe is reminiscent of a cozy gathering place where culinary delights and friendly service intersect. Many patrons have highlighted the friendly staff and engaging DJ nights, making it a go-to destination for an enjoyable evening out.
- After-hours dining until 1 AM, a rarity in Seattle
- A wide variety of drink options, including cocktails and non-alcoholic selections
- Catering and large group accommodations available
- Heated outdoor seating for those cooler Seattle nights
In a city bustling with options, Red Star Taco Bar embodies a reliable and delicious choice for anyone seeking good food in a fun atmosphere. Whether you're gathering with friends or stopping in for a quick bite, this taco bar is indeed a must-visit. Join the excitement and make the flavors of Red Star your next culinary adventure!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Many seats to dine in at. Good food, can't say the tacos were anything spectacular. Good service and drinks! ”
“ Red Star is a classic and reliable favorite. Kitchen is open till 1 AM, which in Seattle, is RARE!! The food is not necessarily "authentic" but always delicious! They have some great seasonal offerings to try, such as the pozole in the winter (yum!). Highly recommend the nachos for a hungry group, easy crowd pleaser. The staff is always so kind and friendly, the DJ always happens to be great, which means that the vibe is usually awesome! Overall, always hits the spot! ”
“ Great service and excellent food! Nice casual place to eat in Fremont. Nice area to walk around too - especially by the water. ”
“ At first glance, I thought my tacos were a little too small with portions, just a little, but after that first bite, I was gifted with so many different flavors and richness, and that was only the first bite. I got one carne and 1 Phillycheese steak taco, both were phenomenal and had so many flavors and was also filling as well surprisingly. The chips and salsa (house made salsa btw) was very delicious as well, the salsa wasn't spicy but had more of a roasted garlic taste. Overall I would definitely recommend as this place is also a decently sized bar as well with a wide variety of drinks. The service was pretty straightforward with some kindness and everything melded together with the ambiance of the setting with wooden features with some nice plant features to set the tone as well. Would come again. ”
“ AMAZING service, food and atmosphere. Everything is very affordable and there are so many great things to choose from. My group came in on a Saturday night and got seated right away. The food came out very fast and was made to perfection. I absolutely love the cocktail selection and they do have non alcoholic options which are just as good! Definitely will be back in the future. 10/10 would recommend to stop by for a bite to eat while going around downtown ”
“ Had their portabella picadillo taco and a Chipotle grilled chicken taco along with "The Burrito" and coconut flan. The tacos were full of flavor and very juicy, loved the sauce on the grilled chicken taco, it paired well with chicken. The Burrito was larger than my hand, but it was filled with savory burrito toppings. The coconut flan wasn't too sweet, but didn't have enough coconut flavor, although it was very creamy and smooth. I just wish they gave me a spoon or fork next time for the flan when I order takeout. The staff was also super friendly, I walked in and was seated at the bar and bar waitress gave me some water before I placed my takeout order. ”
“ Great spot for a summer afternoon happy hour. They have tacos for a few bucks (veggie options available) and margs for $9. Their back patio is covered with heaters but the sunshine streaming through the skylights in the summer is hard to beat. Their tacos are decent. The tequila lime chicken is my favorite and your dad's taco reminds me of a full/fresh Taco Bell taco (in a good way). The fish taco is awesome, too. My veg friends like the black bean and tofu tacos. It's a fun atmosphere and it's usually pretty busy, so plan ahead if you're heading here at peak times. ”
“ Loved the vibes and restaurant overall. The service was great and so quick - we were top of mind and quickly served and our server came around a few times to check in. The food was also great, loved the fresh and warm chips, they really did hit the spot especially on a cold day. I loved my margarita, it was perfect in terms of tequila and Serrano overall but wasn't spicy so it's doable and it wasn't sweet either which I liked. The 2 taco plate was perfect in terms of portion and I loved the shrimp taco but it was definitely on the sweeter side and the tequila lime chicken taco was okay, I wish there was more flavor to it but it wasn't bad. I'd definitely come back to try their other tacos. ”
“ Thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to Red Star. Service was very quick and attentive. What i noticed first about the menu is that for Seattle, prices were quite reasonable. In fact, my burrito, which was great, was only $14. That is less than I normally pay for any entree or sandwich in the city. It's for sure a Mexican themed restaurant so as you can imagine the ambiance is just that. I won't discredit any Fremont restaurants for parking issues since that's what you get when you go to Fremont. I will definitely come back here. ”
“ Stopped in for some quick dinner in Fremont. Was craving tacos and Red Star answered my call. We arrived right around 6 on a Friday and we're the first people with a wait. Luckily two people left right as they were putting our names down. The vibe is great. Loud, pop music playing, industrial decor. Definitely see it as a first stop or last stop on a night out. The food was pretty good! I got the taco plate and my partner got the burrito. Both were around $13 which feels pretty reasonable. I'd definitely stop in again for a happy hour. Margs at $8 with deals on food seem like the way to go. ”
