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Gorditos Healthy MexicanBWorth Trying
213 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103
· Mexican restaurant, Health food restaurant
· 4.6/5 Google (1946 reviews)
Delivery · Takeout
Big, budget-friendly burritos and casual vibes with a salsa bar; great value and portions, but seasoning consistency and occasional order accuracy issues appear in a minority of reviews.
Why it gets a B for overall quality
Gorditos Healthy Mexican delivers solid neighborhood dining through strong food quality featuring fresh ingredients and generous portions, paired with friendly, attentive service that guides first-timers well. Consistency challenges with occasional blandness or soggy items, combined with basic interior design, prevent a higher grade despite deep local loyalty and exceptional value for money.
Restaurant Summary
A Greenwood staple where the mood is warm and bustling and the burritos are famously giant. Staff are friendly and helpful, guiding first-timers through the counter-order process before you raid the salsa bar. One diner summed it up: "Huge, fresh, and a great price—we left with leftovers." Cooking here leans classic, value-driven Mexican-American—think wet burritos, fajitas, and creamy chipotle chicken—more comfort than cutting-edge. The draw is generous portions, simple flavors, and fresh salsas rather than culinary theatrics. Most guests love the freshness and size; a minority report bland or soggy items, especially with nachos or fajitas at times. Families do well here: there is a kids menu (quesadillas, bean and cheese burritos, enchilada plates) and plenty of kid-friendly staples like tacos and rice. Portions stretch across meals, seating handles groups, and the vibe is casual and easy for all ages.
At a Glance
- Enormous portions with strong value, especially the Baby Burrito
- Friendly counter service and helpful guidance for first-timers
- Self-serve salsa bar with multiple options
- Occasional blandness or soggy items (nachos/fajitas) reported
- Online/phone order issues and rare food illness complaints
What Sets It Apart
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What People Love
- Legendary Baby Burrito tradition and photos
- Leftovers for another meal
- Friendly staff that explain options
- Salsa bar for dialing in heat and flavor
Points of Concern
- Some dishes reported as bland or under-seasoned, especially fajitas and rice
- Texture issues like soggy nachos mentioned by a few diners
- A handful of order accuracy and unreachable phone reports for delivery/takeout
- Isolated food illness complaints tied to fish; not a pervasive pattern but worth caution
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleCounter With Seating
Average Cost$20-$30 per person
ReservationsNot required
What to Order
- Best value: Standard Burrito or Veggie Veggie Burrito ($9.25) plus chips and salsa
- Group share: Burrito Grande wet ($12.75 + $1.75) feeds two comfortably
- Kid picks: Quesadilla or Bean & Cheese Burrito ($4.00) from kids menu
Perfect For
- Splitting a giant burrito and taking leftovers
- Casual family dinners with kids
- Quick counter-service meals before neighborhood outings
- Feeding a hungry group on a budget
Location Insights
Area: Lively neighborhood corridor with locals, families, and casual hangouts; practical and community-focused.
Safety: Generally safe with steady foot traffic; reviewers note potholes in nearby lot but no major safety concerns.
Nearby: Near Greenwood shops and services; convenient pit stop before local attractions like Woodland Park Zoo.
Phinney RidgePhinney Ridge is characterized by its walkable streets, independent shops, and a variety of casual to upscale dining options. The area has a friendly, community-driven vibe with a focus on local and sustainable businesses, attracting diners looking for quality and neighborhood charm.
PhinneywoodPhinneywood, straddling Phinney Ridge and Greenwood, offers a slightly more eclectic and artsy atmosphere with trendy cafes and innovative eateries, appealing to a younger, hip demographic.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday10:30–21:00
Tuesday
Wednesday10:30–21:00
Thursday10:30–21:00
Friday10:30–21:00
Saturday10:30–21:00
Sunday10:30–21:00
Available: Delivery, Takeout
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