El Encanto

4.7

417 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Neighborhood gem
Innovative
Hot spot

El Encanto is the latest restaurant to join Carillon Point, from the group that brought you Cantinetta and COMO. Enjoy Chef Gabriel's elevated Mexican menu featuring recipes passed down through generations. We offer two semi private dining tables that come with their own patio (weather permitting), available to book via email. Expansive outdoor dining and lounges overlook Lake Washington, which will be on a first come, first served basis. Come enjoy the gorgeous PNW with us, a margarita and your new favorite Mexican dishes!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(425) 202-7114
Website
http://www.elencantousa.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Gabriel Chavez
Private party facilities
For all private room/full buyout requests please email privatedining@elencantousa.com

Location
1170 Carillon Point, Kirkland, WA 98033
Neighborhood
Kirkland
Cross street
We are located in Carillon Point off of Lake Washington Blvd. in Kirkland
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 417 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Eastside
Great for brunch
Eastside
Innovative
Eastside
Hot spot
Eastside
Great for outdoor dining
Eastside
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Encanto offers a "great hidden gem" experience with "spectacular views" of the waterfront, making it an "absolute date spot." The "unique ambiance" and "delicious food" delight guests, and the service, led by standout servers like Hugo and Joanna, is often praised as "outstanding." While some find it pricey, the "authentic & delicious" Mexican cuisine and "warm, personal" atmosphere ensure many visitors plan to "definitely return."

417 Reviews

B
Behrooz
Seattle
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Carne asada was a little tough, and $9 for a beer was a little too much.
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Zoe
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a good experience. Food was good - we had Tacos Fritos, Caesar Salad, short rib tacos, smoked mushroom tacos, dobladas, churros, and tres leches cake. We also had two cocktails - Valentino and Flamingo Fizz. Everything was seasoned well and tasted amazing. The atmosphere is really cool. And the service was great. Would recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
lovely experience, great ambience and service, definitely didn’t feel rushed. food was really good , the shrimp tacos were 10/10 , guac was fire and the mocktail with orange and jalepeno was so delicious. would definitely come back
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Mike
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food were top notch. Can’t wait to go back again!
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Connor
Seattle
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great hidden gem with views of the water. The food was very flavorful and the ambiance was unique. Will come back again
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Heidi
Seattle
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
An unusual shambles of service this evening. The appetizers and hot food entrees were all bought out to us at the same time. There was no room on our small table for two, we ended up eating the warm entree cold. Smaller than usual portion of beans on the plate with our tacos they did bring another small portion to accommodate. Very rushed service, aftee all our food had been placed on the table at the same time a few minutes later our waiter asked us if we wanted our bill - we didn’t, I suspect another blip and communication mishap.
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Sophie
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely anniversary dinner last night. Food and drinks are superb, along with an extremely friendly restaurant staff. Thank you again for a great dinner!
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Aditi
VIP
Seattle
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolute date spot worthy location. Great views of the waterfront. Cute decor, I am sure summer would be a gorgeous time to visit this location. Service was great and delicious food/drinks! 10/10! Would definitely recommend.
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David
VIP
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hugo is the best! Gracious and thoughtful on my wife’s birthday. Thank you El Encanto & Hugo.
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Peter
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible on all fronts, as is typical in our experience.
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FAQs

El Encanto is rated 4.7 stars by 417 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

1170 Carillon Point, Kirkland, WA 98033

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We are located in Carillon Point off of Lake Washington Blvd. in Kirkland
Neighborhood
Kirkland
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gabriel Chavez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elencantousa.com/
Phone number
(425) 202-7114
Private party facilities
For all private room/full buyout requests please email privatedining@elencantousa.com

El Encanto

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Tacos Chavez

Tacos Fritos

Churros

Menu

Dessert

Flan Mexicano$12.00

Santo Coffee Flan$12.00

Churros$13.00

Tres Leches Cake$12.00

Ice Cream Sandwich$14.00

Gelato y Sorbete$5.00

Local Popsicle$6.00

What 417 people are saying

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