OGF: 5/5
Cafe style Mexican behind the Redmond Way QFC. Neither taking pains to be authentic, nor the typical Americanized mess of refried beans and cheese, Ooba’s is some of the best Mexican food in the Puget Sound. The highlight of the menu is their deliciously marinated grilled meats, so we recommend passing on the burritos for an option that highlights the eponymous grill like a quesadilla or one of the excellent daily specials.
Taste: 5/5 – You might find Mexican to match if you sniff out an excellent taco truck or take the trek out to Ballard, but you won’t find a more delicious piece of grilled meat.
Price: 3/5 – Prices are reasonable, but expect to pay about $10 for a main which while high for a cafe, is well worth it for the food.
Quantity: Just right
Wait Time: 15 minutes, but you may want to come a little early to avoid long lines
Rotation: 2
% MSFT employees: About half
Parking: Reasonable – street parking only, but usually not a problem
Prime Card: No
Don’t Miss: Chuletas (rotating special) or a dinner-style quesadilla (adds sour cream and guacamole)
15802 NE 83rd St, Redmond, WA 98052
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