Insider Pages Reviews for Matador

4 Stars: Decent food, great ambience (by Lori S.)

Lori S. — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 22:19:00 GMT

This place is a treat to eat in on a summer evening. Great amber chandeliers, outside seating, wrought iron decor. The food is good (not terrific). But, it's a real social hot spot.

3 Stars: Great Happy Hour (by Michelle B.)

Michelle B. — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:40:00 GMT

Great location right in the center of Ballard. Happy hour is definitely worth a visit with phenomenal food deals. A fun younger crowd during happy hour and a local bar ambiance in the evening.

4 Stars: Best Mexican Food in the City (by Elizabeth P.)

Elizabeth P. — Wed, 29 Jun 2005 21:52:00 GMT

Matador has awesome mexican food - very similar to Pesos but the food is a better. Fresh, and flavorful. I love the Carne Asada and the nachos. It gets pretty packed tho, cuz it's also a bar so I like going on a weekend for drinks. If you want a quite dinner try going during the week.

PROS: Great Food
CONS: Parking, Weekends are Crowded

4 Stars: (by Beth H.)

Beth H. — Thu, 20 Jan 2005 15:37:00 GMT

The Matador in Ballard is fabulously decorated with iron grille-work and beautifully polished wood. It is 21 and over only, so be prepared to whip out your ID if you look young. The food is fun, a zesty mix of TexMex with some standard Seattle fare, and the drink menu expansive. On nice days, sit on the patio and watch Ballard stroll by.