Reviews - Poquitos Bothell
Reviews summary
A recent visit to the restaurant in Bothell left mixed reviews. While the ambiance and service were praised, issues like noise levels, parking, and service quality were highlighted. Food quality received mixed reviews, with some diners enjoying the dishes while others found them bland or disappointing. Overall, the restaurant seems to have potential but could benefit from improvements in various areas such as menu, staff training, and parking availability. Despite some shortcomings, positive comments were also shared regarding certain dishes, drinks, and the overall dining experience, suggesting that there are aspects to appreciate at this establishment.
Reviews from various users
Last update : 20.04.2024
We love the vibe in Poquitos Bothell! Christopher the server was excellent. The drinks were marvelous! And Tuesdays is a great day to go, especially if you like tequila! The decor is fun and the food was awesome! Wonderful management.
We had a fantastic time at happy hour. The service was excellent!
We had a group of 8 people, the food was decent, but the service was not great. We had 2 people waiting at our table, they forgot to bring plates and did not clear the empty plates at our table almost the entire dinner. They would bring the food/drinks out but didn't pick up the empty plates even though we stacked them at the end of the table. The restaurant was pretty light and we had to flag them down to order drinks/food. Then the waiter mis-ordered our drinks...it felt like he wasn't really paying attention. Thank goodness, the food orders were correct. In any case, I would grade this place a B on food and C- on service. I would not come back again as I felt the staff was not friendly, especially the hostess. The waiter was nice but he was not paying attention.
The restaurant is pleasant, but it has a corporate feel and the food is not the greatest. The guacamole is delicious though. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is welcoming.
The ambiance at the restaurant was very pleasant, but parking was a major issue as it took over 20 minutes to find a spot. The flowers on the tables were lilies but had a bad smell. The service was average, with one of our entrees being really good and the other terrible. The selection of drinks and food was odd. Overall, the restaurant has potential but could benefit from a menu overhaul and improved staff. It gives off the impression that it is unsure of its identity.
Last update : 23.01.2023
They have the best garnel tacos!
Everything was good...except the food. The chips and dips appetizer was delicious. The quesadilla... not so much. The burrito and street tacos were great; the beans and rice were meh. I am typically forgiving, but this is the second disappointing visit here in a row where the food was not worth the price.
First time visiting this establishment. Always wanted to try it and it was a bit disappointing. We likely will not return. Reservations were for lower dining level however we were seated in upper level. It was extremely noisy on that level likely due to a combination of the venue acoustics as well as upper level had large tables with big groups so people were very loud. We like good energy and the bustle and lively conversation that goes with that but this was extremely loud (people were yelling). Many restaurants are loud and don’t seem to bother us like this place did. In addition, there were kids running around between tables and the upper and lower level. This restaurant felt like a rowdy bar which is okay if that’s what you are looking for in a restaurant. Overall dining experience was over 90 minutes. It took a long time for our entree to arrive (45 minutes after ordering). One of our servers was quite delightful and had it not been for her, the rating would have been lower. She did come by to say it was coming out “soon” as she was waving her hands indicating maybe. Food was good but not overly fantastic and compared to their Mexican restaurants in the area we prefer the food at 2 other establishments. Enchiladas Suiza was good but super spicy. We were told they had “a little kick” but I would describe it as a big kick. We like spicy but the burning lasted awhile after the meal. Menu does not indicate a spicy dish. Green sauces at other places have not been this spicy. Having said that, the shredded chicken in the enchilada was super tender and moist. Chips and guac were okay. Guac was bland. Quesadilla was good. Observing the lower level it looked as though the tables were for 2-4 diners. That may have been a better experience than the upper level with large groups. No bathroom tissue in restroom. Lol. Kind of the topper for the night as we chuckled and agreed we won’t be back.
Great server and yummy food and drinks as always!
We have a table reserved, but the points were not allowed. not sure why, but the restaurant modified it since we brought less adult, but small children and a child. the food was very poor. service was very good. the bark in the sauce was super hard, and the taste was moderate. to get any taste, they had to buy their trio of sauces, which had very little taste in comparison to genuine Mexican foods. the children mac and cheese had very little cheese, but the cost were very high for a small bowl pasta. drinks were in order and they were very accommodating. 4 of the 7 adult not eat much of their meal, it was only not worth the calorie. this could have been a very good place to dinate with our large family group, but eating was so disappointing that we probably don't go back when they don't begin to serve better food. I felt that after almost $500 for 7 adults and 3 little children we had a better experience. taco bell even has much better tasting eating, and that doesn't say much.
