CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA
Apr, 27, 2019
Belltown's Cinco de Mayo party begins at Villa Escondida! Belltown's biggest selection of drinks and
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Authentic Oaxacan Family Owned Restaurant
Located in Seattle’s historic Belltown Neighborhood! We have the most authentic Mexican food around and an atmosphere to match.Try us and you’ll be convinced! Our recipes are family valued and time-tested.
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El Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, Celebrations in Mexico take place from the 31st of October to the 2nd of November. Deceased loved ones are welcomed back to the land of the living for just a short time and altars are constructed to honor and remember family members and will be present in most households. These beautiful altars include a variety of symbols and objects which represent those who have passed on.
Because there are several days of celebrations and preparations to receive loved ones, the altars take time and dedication. Traditionally an altar consists of three levels representing heaven, Earth and the world in between. Each altar is individual but here are 5 items (plus a couple more) that you are likely to see on a Dia de los Muertos altar in Mexico:
1. Cempasuchil Flowers
Many beautiful yellow, gold and orange flowers will adorn the altar. These are the cempasuchil flowers and their scent will guide the spirits of the deceased as they return to visit their family. You might also see petals laid out on the ground in a path towards the altar.
2. Food and Drink
Favorite foods and drinks are prepared and laid out for the spirits to enjoy. The most common food item is pan de muerto, bread of the dead, a round loaf of sugary, sweet bread with the image of a skull and cross bones. You will see pan de muerto in all bakeries and supermarkets in the days leading up to the 31st of October! Other foods include dishes that the deceased family members enjoyed, bringing back happy memories and familiar tastes and smells.
3. Portrait
Photos of the deceased are placed on the highest point of the altar. Pictures of saints might also be present as it is they who guide the spirits and help to bring them back during Dia de los Muertos.
While these are 5 very common elements of an Dia de los Muertos altar, you will find other items such as candies, toys (particularly to honor children), personal belongings and religious symbols. This is not a sad time but a celebration of life, filled with color and light, family moments and the opportunity to come together as a community in honor of those who’ve departed this world.
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The very first time I ever ate wet burritos was here at Villa Escondida and since then I have never stopped coming here. I simply Love the burritos - I alway eat my favorite Chicken Burrito. I wish it had more flexible timings on weekend as well. Must Try everyone 🙂 It's delicious.
Shivani G.
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I love mexican food. And this restaurant is one of my favorites to go to, to satisfy my cravings. They are decently priced as well. Being in Belltown and all. I always order their carne asada. And their wet burrito too. Their food is really good. I love their chips, salsa and guac too! They are generous with their carne asada dish too. They usually never forget to bring out my tortillas along with my carne asada, which I can appreciate. They are also very fast and quick when it comes to bringing me salsa, chips and mmm guac! They are very good for groups!!! They can fit big groups in there and take reservations. They are really nice folks. The only thing that would make this restaurant even better, is if they were able to air it out. Sometimes when I come in there, it smells really stuffy? Other than that, this place is a good place to satisfy mexican food cravings for sure.
Mariah E.
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I've been coming here for brunch since moving into Belltown. 5 stars for reasonable prices and tasty Mexican style breakfast food. They have a pretty slimmed down menu, a few omlette variations, breakfast burrito, pancakes/french toast but always consistently good in execution.
Justin S.
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Holy moly! Hands down the best Mexican food joint in all of King County!!!!! Hubs and I are super picky when it comes to Mexican because we've been spoiled growing up in Southern California and Texas. And Seattle has a lot of delicious food but it's Mexican food usually blows. But this place.... Wow... Super authentic family owned place that has the best tacos. And I mean authentic amazingly fresh and tasty tacos, not Americanized and full of randomness. Simple and delicious. Also the margaritas were soooooo good! Great tequila list. Great friendly service. Food came out quickly. I can't say enough good things. We will definitely be coming back! And you should too!! Update: 2 years later and it is still the best Mexican food ever!! Just wanted to say again if you are craving fresh salsa, beyond amazing tacos and the perfect margaritas come here!!
Jenny P.
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We yelped a Mexican restaurant after we went up the space Needle. As we walked in, a couple ladies were walking out. They stated to get ready for some awesome food. That was a great welcome. I tried the de cebiche. It was spicy and delicious. We had six in our group. No one was dissatisfied. There chips are great almost like flavored. The quesadillas came with some Verde. That Verde was crazy good. The wet burrito sauce was very flavorful. You definitely need to try this place and review it. We will be back. Most entrees are reasonable priced around $10-13 so it won't break the bank
Kevin F.
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Amazing family owned Restaurant!! Food is amazing .. taste authentic... if you are in the mood for Mexican food don't pass them up .. menu is simple but the food amazing!!! Adult beverages are good as well ..Service is phenomenal .. over all great experience .. this restaurant is a hidden GEM
Alex V.
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I'm from the neighborhood. I love everything about this place!!! Margaritas are my favorite!
Erika M.
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