Best Mexican Food in Highline, Seattle

Q: Where are you located?

We are located in Seattle, WA at 10230 16th Ave SW

Salgado family recipes, served in White Center since 2020

Welcome to El Gran Taco

El Gran Taco is Mexican family owned and operated, serving authentic food to the Greater Seattle Area. Let us cater your next party with one of our food trucks, or join us at El Gran Taco Restaurant in White Center for the full experience. Hope to see you soon!

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Tacos, flautas, and enchiladas

Our menu draws on the Salgado family’s recipes and techniques, passed down through generations.

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Cool off with our signature drinks

Cool down with icy house margaritas, top-shelf tequilas, and cold cervezas. The best drinks in White Center are waiting!

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Authentic Mexican flavors crafted fresh daily in White CenterSizzle your taste buds with our signature street tacosJoin us for daily Happy Hour specials and cold margaritasCraving real flavor? Order quick pickup or delivery onlineTaste the tradition in every bite at El Gran TacoAuthentic Mexican flavors crafted fresh daily in White CenterSizzle your taste buds with our signature street tacosJoin us for daily Happy Hour specials and cold margaritasCraving real flavor? Order quick pickup or delivery onlineTaste the tradition in every bite at El Gran Taco

Satisfy your Mexican food cravings

Hungry for real Mexican flavor? Place your online order now for quick pickup or delivery. Your meal is just a click away!

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Tacos and shared plates

Catering and food-truck service

Bring El Gran Taco to your gathering with catering and food-truck service.

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Groups & parties

Not only are we professional caterers, but we are also experienced event planners. Our all-in-one packages are designed with your budget in mind.

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Save your seat with us

Save your seat for Mariachi Fridays, Sports Game Days, or family dinner! Lock in your table reservation online today.

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The Salgado family

We opened in White Center in January 2020, serving Greater Seattle with the warmth of a local taco truck.

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📍 10230 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98146 📞 (206) 644-8288 📧 elgrantacowa@gmail.com 🕒 Mon – Thu: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Fri – Sat: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM Sun: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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El Gran Taco in White Center is one of our favorite spots for consistently delicious Mexican food. The queso birria is a must—crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, especially dipped in the rich consommé. Their fresh margaritas are just as impressive—bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. Great food, great drinks, and a welcoming vibe. We keep coming back!

Joshua N.

The food was outstanding – I got the quesabirrias, and they were incredible. The service was warm, friendly, and genuinely welcoming from the moment we walked in. You can tell the owners and staff really care about what they’re creating here and take pride in doing things well. Bonus points for having not just one, but multiple soccer games on the TVs! We’ll definitely be back.

Nicole B.

If you love good micheladas and delicious chilaquiles this is your place! Service is fast and professional! I recommend this hidden gem 💎 to the food lovers 😋

Cesar T.

10/10 wonderful experience on Friday night. The mariachi was FANTASTIC and took requests at each table. The menu was huge and diverse, and every meal was delicious and fresh. We got some of the best mole enchiladas I’ve had. Yum! We’ll absolutely be back. Dora was our server and she was amazing, attentive, kind, fast and always refilled our chips and salsa.

Sarah G.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?

We are known for Tortas, Carne Asada, Tacos, Carnitas, Enchiladas, Churros, Flautas, Pollo Asado, Soup, Quesabirria, Birria Soup, Halal Food, Burritos, Chilaquiles, Mole, Quesadilla, Nachos, Tres Leches Cake, Street Tacos, Birria, Taco Salad, Fries, Menudo, Shrimp, Guacamole, and Tamales

What meals do you serve?

We serve Lunch and Dinner

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer Delivery and Takeout

Where are you located?

We are located in Seattle, WA at 10230 16th Ave SW

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Fauntleroy, White Center, Holly Park, Mount View, Seola Beach, Burien, Boulevard Park, Inglesea, Evansville, Riverton, Southern Heights, Lowman Beach Park, Seahurst, Duwamish, South Delridge, Arbor Heights, Allentown, Roxhill, South Seattle, and Highland Park.