El Chupacabra

I really wanted to love this place, but the food quality could have been better. The location is so perfect, though, that I already know we'll definitely be back. FYI, this place has two levels: an upstairs and a front area for seating. If you want to get a good buzz and eat something to balance out the alcohol, then this place can work for you. If you're looking for quality, it's not the place for you. The service was good for being a divey vibe. The servers were super attentive and friendly. The food and drinks came out lightning quick, too. We came here for Cinco de Mayo's extended happy hour and will be back when we're in the area. The place's affordability is probably what attracts casual diners and folks who just happen to be in the area. We saw people from all walks of life here, not just locals.

I've already eaten at most of the Mexican restaurants in West Seattle, so I can't believe I waited so long to try El Chupacabra. It was amazing and I would definitely go back.It is primarily a bar, so it is very dark inside. I went on a rainy day but I think it would be really fun to also visit during the summer since they have outdoor seating with nice views of Alki Beach.They serve brunch on the weekends (11 AM - 3 PM) but you can also order off of the regular lunch menu.I recommend the 2 Enchiladas plate. It comes with your choice of meat, choice of red or green sauce (or one of each), and refried black beans and Spanish rice on the side.I thought the food tasted great and it was very reasonably priced compared to some of the other restaurants around here! It was a lot of food and there was enough for leftovers.Our server was also awesome. He was friendly, took our order promptly, and brought our food out quickly. He was really much better than what we are used to at other places.This place is a hidden gem!

This Mexican restaurant/bar with dive bar vibes and punk rock music playing reminds me so much of Austin, TX. It has a great location right across from Alki Beach and serves up delicious food and drinks at a reasonable price. The chips and salsa fresca are amazing and the salsas on the table (salsa roja, salsa verde, chipotle pineapple) are addicting. The chicken tinga tacos are flavorful, juicy, and delicious. The margaritas are on point! Happy hour is worth it and it's 4-6 pm and 10-11 pm every day.

Great atmosphere but a little understaffed. Lots of tables with finished plates of food and it looks like there isn't a table busser. The menu had a lot of options and there is a kids menu as well. Our food was really good. I inhaled my mission burrito and my husband got a few different kinds of street tacos. He recommends the TexMex the most! The waitress was amazing considering she was also the bartender. Overall was a really good experience and definitely would come back when we are craving some good Mexican food.

It's not the best vegan food i've ever had, but something about it keeps me coming back. My wife tried the vegan enchiladas and was obsessed. Over a year later and she's bringing it up, haha. I very much enjoy the tacos. The vegan meat isn't house made which is disappointing, but I suppose that is bc they are not actually a vegan restaurant. The vibe is very dive bar and I love that aspect. Affordable and a good beer selection. Just wish they were more dog friendly. Service is good.

We have loved their Greenwood location so it was great to see them at Alki. The nachos with carne asada were delicious. We also had a cheese enchilada and a few plates of tacos. Friendly, fast service and a beautiful sunset, perfect vibes

The only reason I'm not giving full stars is that I haven't been to this location yet. I've been to the location that used to be on Lake Union - in fact, would go frequently and miss it A LOT, please come back. So rare, in fact unique and unheard of, to have a Mexican food joint that serves a full vegan or vegetarian menu. THANK YOU. It's so fun and such a relief as well to be able to take friends/guests who have different preferences and also be able to order something for yourself. Usually it's a hard sell when you have to choose either all vegan or all not vegan (with maybe one veggie burger). Hoped to take a friend here recently but ended up closer to home. Please open more locations!

Red lighting, fast service, reasonable price, great sauces, huge but average tasting portions

We get take out from El Chupacabra often but decided to do Mother's Day dinner on the sun down on Alki. New server, Amanda, was fantastic with our group of nine and the drinks and food were delicious. Such a gem in West Seattle!

I had an extremely disappointing experience at El Chupacabra. Upon arrival, we were told there would be a 20-minute wait for our party of four. However, we watched as several other parties were seated ahead of us, despite arriving after we did. When we finally got a table, we were not given any complimentary chips or salsa, which is a staple at most Mexican restaurants. The food, when it eventually arrived, was subpar at best. Overall, the service was poor, and the food did not make up for the wait or the lack of hospitality. I will never be coming back.