The Bottom Line
Barrio brings a touch of modern Mexico to the Seattle area. The menu features mexican inspired dishes with a Pacific Northwest flair. They are open Sunday through Wednesday 5 p.m. to 12 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Address: 1420 12th Ave. Seattle, WA 98122. Phone: 206-588-8105.
Barrio opened in December of 2008 on Capitol Hill. A second Barrio location will open in mid-2009 at the Bellevue Towers in Downtown Bellevue.
Barrio opened in December of 2008 on Capitol Hill. A second Barrio location will open in mid-2009 at the Bellevue Towers in Downtown Bellevue.
Pros
- Intimate dining room
- Friendly service
- Open style bar is a popular hangout
Cons
- The stool chairs have thick pads that make you feel like you're going to fall off
- Off-street parking is a challenge
- Front door is not well marked
Description
- Great Spanish wine collection to compliment your meal. Watch what you order, it can get pricey.
- The Latin influenced cocktails offer a new twist.
- Staff is knowledgeable and friendly.
- Barrio serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Guide Review - Barrio on Capitol Hill
Barrio's intimate glow lighting is perfect city date night material. The Spanish cuisine ranges from seafood to tender meats and is complimented by their strong collection of Spanish wines and cocktails.
Whats good? Don't miss the Trio of Tortitas, the meat confections melt in your mouth. If you like pumpkin seeds a few of their dishes are featured with them including the Barrio Chopped salad, which is crisp and light and showered with vegetables.
If you go be sure to plan ahead for finding a place to park. Locating the front door can be a challenge since it's not well marked. Look for a huge wood corner door. And be careful when sitting down in the higher stool seating. The thick padding on them can shift when sitting down making you feel like you could fall right out.
Whats good? Don't miss the Trio of Tortitas, the meat confections melt in your mouth. If you like pumpkin seeds a few of their dishes are featured with them including the Barrio Chopped salad, which is crisp and light and showered with vegetables.
If you go be sure to plan ahead for finding a place to park. Locating the front door can be a challenge since it's not well marked. Look for a huge wood corner door. And be careful when sitting down in the higher stool seating. The thick padding on them can shift when sitting down making you feel like you could fall right out.