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El Encanto, Kirkland, WA

El Encanto

4.5
4.5
400 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 19 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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!

Dining areas

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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Offers

  • Mezcal Mondays - Half Off Mezcal

    Oct 23, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024
    Mon - 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Whether you're a lover of mezcal or simply curious, Mondays are the perfect day to come to El Encanto. All mezcals are half off, all night, anywhere in the restaurant. Cheers!

    Mezcal Mondays - Half Off Mezcal photo

Menu

Dessert

  • Flan MexicanoUS$12.00

    • Santo Coffee FlanUS$12.00

      • ChurrosUS$13.00

        • Oaxacan ChocolateUS$3.00

      • Tres Leches CakeUS$12.00

        • Ice Cream SandwichUS$14.00

          • Gelato y SorbeteUS$5.00

            • LargeUS$14.00

          • Local PopsicleUS$6.00

            Last updated: October 23, 2024

            What 400 people are saying

            Overall ratings and reviews

            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

            4.5
            4.5 based on recent ratings
            • 4.3Food
            • 4.5Service
            • 4.6Ambience
            • 4Value

            Noise • Moderate

            Loved For

            • Seattle / Eastern Washington

              Great for outdoor dining

            • Eastside

              Innovative

            • Eastside

              Great for outdoor dining

            • Eastside

              Great for scenic views

            Review summary

            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
            El Encanto shines with its "amazing views" and vibrant atmosphere, perfect for waterfront dining. Guests rave about the "delicious food," with favorites like the fish tacos and unique cocktails. Service is often praised as "exceptional." While some find it noisy, the ambiance and scenic sunsets offer a memorable experience.

            400 Reviews

            1. Madison

              Seattle

              1 review

              5.0

              1 review

              Dined 5 days ago

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 5
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              Great place! Beautiful restaurant, great food, great service!

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            2. Diane

              Seattle

              6 reviews

              5.0

              6 reviews

              Dined 7 days ago

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 4
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              Awesome vibe. Solid food and drinks. Definitely loved the experience.

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            3. Jean

              Seattle

              1 review

              5.0

              1 review

              Dined on November 14, 2024

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 5
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              Food was excellent and service outstanding. I've been several previous times with friends and it was great every time. I came with just one friend this time and now they will want to come back too.

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            4. Marcos

              Seattle

              3 reviews

              5.0

              3 reviews

              Dined on November 10, 2024

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 5
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              First time I go for brunch breakfast, you cannot miss it! Benedict eggs with a Mexican twist!

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            5. Luis

              San Francisco

              1 review

              5.0

              1 review

              Dined on November 10, 2024

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 5
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              Amazing food and service couldn’t even complain at all. Date night is a must here, waiter was not to sure about how will he did since he was doubtful about his service but confidence is key so I hope that doesn’t effect him in the long run.

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            6. Andrew

              Seattle

              6 reviews

              vip
              5.0

              6 reviews

              Dined on November 3, 2024

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 5
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              Met friends and family for brunch. Food was very good. Special thanks to our waiter, Hugo who provided outstanding service. Definitely re-booking soon.

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            7. Michael

              New York City

              1 review

              5.0

              1 review

              Dined on November 3, 2024

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 5
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              Wonderful evening together with friends… Cozy atmosphere delicious food great service we love, El EnCanto 

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            8. Nate

              Seattle

              2 reviews

              3.0

              2 reviews

              Dined on November 3, 2024

              1. Overall 3
              2. Food 3
              3. Service 3
              4. Ambience 5
              Came here with some friends. Very cool ambiance with views of the lake. Our group got a bunch of tacos and they were fine, but small for portions for $22. Rice and beans tasted like nothing. Drinks were good. Overall not a bad experience, but there many places in the area with better food for less.

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            9. Greg

              Seattle

              2 reviews

              5.0

              2 reviews

              Dined on October 19, 2024

              1. Overall 5
              2. Food 4
              3. Service 5
              4. Ambience 5
              Service was AMAZING. Food was delicious, margarita was tasty and the ambiance was perfect-a really cool and modern cozy spot right on the water. Would definitely return!

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            10. Shawn

              Seattle

              3 reviews

              1.0

              3 reviews

              Dined on October 18, 2024

              1. Overall 1
              2. Food 1
              3. Service 3
              4. Ambience 1
              First of all season your food, I have never had more bland meat. Both the Barbacoa tacos and the carne asada steak. The baked potato was the best thing we ate. The refried beans are Rosarita can beans watered down to look fancy. I have no clue what the appetizer was but it was gross. Paid 15 dollars for a 1.50 worth of avocado and mushy poblano with no salt that you call guacamole. Secondly both me and my wife were sick to our stomach all night. My wife can eat anything and not get sick. Literally and she was sick I woke up at three in the morning super sick ( spare the details) Lastly I never leave bad reviews, usually just don’t go back. But I am shocked at the reviews I read on this app that lead me to eat there. After reading the actual google reviews I see why I’m writing this. This place was louder than a bar on Friday night. Literally could not hear my wife. If your calling yourself Mexican serve Mexican but this fusion make it look fancy crap was gross and over priced. Who and hell sells Mexican food and charges 15$ for salsa?

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            FAQs

            El Encanto is rated 4.5 stars by 400 OpenTable diners.

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

            Make a reservation

            2 people
            7:00 p.m.
            Booked 19 times today
            Google Map for El Encanto

            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
            • Neighbourhood
              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
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