El Encanto

Name: El Encanto
Address: 1170 Carillon Point, Kirkland, WA, United States, 98033
Telephone: (425) 202-7114
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

372 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

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!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 11, 2024

11:00 p.m.

Booked 37 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 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

EsquiteUS$13.00
Crema, cotija, cilantro, Chile seco
Queso FundidoUS$17.00
Chorizo, totopos azules
Sopa de MaizUS$14.00
Cuitlacoche, queso
GorditasUS$18.00
Pork belly, salsa verde
Ensalada de JicamaUS$14.00
Naranja, mint, tajin
Ensalada de WatercressUS$14.00
Manzana, limon, queso
Camarones al PastorUS$25.00
Pineapple, adobo
Tostada de JaivaUS$24.00
Dungeness crab, platanos
El Encanto Ceviche*US$19.00
Snapper, pico de gallo
Hamachi Crudo*US$24.00
Tomatillo, aguachile
CampechianaUS$30.00
Seafood coctel, shrimp, pulpo

Guacamole

TraditionalUS$15.00
Pico de gallo
El Encanto RajasUS$15.00
Poblano, pomegranate
ChicharónUS$16.00
Crispy pork belly
EsquiteUS$15.00
Roasted corn

Tacos Chavez

RajasUS$21.00
Poblano, queso oaxaca
DesebradaUS$25.00
Short rib, tomato, aguacate salsa
BarbacoaUS$23.00
Pork shoulder, poblano, tomatillo
CamaronesUS$24.00
Repollo, chipotle, crema
Mahi MahiUS$24.00
Chipotle crema, pico de gallo
PolloUS$23.00
Mole rojito, cotija, sesame
Tinga de PolloUS$22.00
Cotija, cilantro

Platos Fuertes

Tamales de JaivaUS$32.00
Dungeness crab, poblano
Chile en NogadaUS$25.00
Pomegranate, carne, walnut
Cachete de CerdoUS$32.00
Pork cheeks, mole Colorado
Pollo Adobado al CarbonUS$25.00
Papas, escebeche
Ribeye al Carbon*US$60.00
Guacamole, frijoles, queso

What 372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Eastside
Great for outdoor dining
Eastside
Romantic
Eastside
Great for scenic views

372 Reviews

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Elizabeth
Seattle
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely memorable! We went with a small group for my husband's birthday and got fantastic seating in the back room with the outdoor patio. Our host was incredible! He was so attentive and make our experience blissful and fun. Love this place for the ambience and the food. It's a go to spot for our group to hang. Thanks again for the wonderful night.
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Chris
Seattle
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful warm night seated outside. To he views are spectacular, the food was very good, and the service was exceptional. We’ll definitely be going back.
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cynthia
Seattle
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience was lovely with outside dining near the water. The food was delicious, nicely presented, and there were interesting choices. Service was very good and the waitress was helpful with our one guest who is gluten intolerant.
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Preet
Dallas
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Probably one of the worst service experiences I’ve had at a restaurant. The space itself is beautiful however the service was awful. We had an 8:45 reservation, we arrived on time and were seated promptly. We were brought water and then for 25 minutes not a single staff member checked on us- the restaurant at this point was not busy. There was a waiter assisting the table behind us who elbowed me in the head when he was walking away from them- was not apologetic about it. After about 25 minutes, the same staff member who seated us came back to fill our water glasses then we told him that we hadn’t had anyone check in on us to see if we needed drinks or wanted to order food. He flagged down a waiter/staff member who sent over the same waiter who was helping the table behind us. This waiter comes to our table and says “sorry, I didn’t see you guys there” - this was honestly quite baffling considering he had just hit the back of my head about 20 minutes earlier. At that point, I told him we had waited about 25 minutes for someone to come by and we were actually going to leave because the service was awful. We ended up leaving because the staff was unprofessional and the place is not organized. Will not be returning and do not recommend.
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Lauren
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food and friendly staff! Gorgeous view but beware- it can be noisy!
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Torin
Portland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent in every aspect. We were outside so noise was not an issue. Food was delicious. Service was fantastic. Great location. Loved it.
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Aly
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. The drinks are over priced. The live music was great but very loud. Hard to have a conversation with the music.
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Christopher
Philadelphia
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We had an idyllic sunset dinner on the patio. Guacamole & swordfish entrees were top notch. Tasty desserts. Friendly waitstaff.
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Diane
Seattle
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a wonderful dinner and experience at El Encanto. My husband said that the only thing that exceeded the wonderful meal was the service. We started with margaritas and the guacamole that was served with a very unique homemade chip that wax exceptional. We both enjoyed the stuffed poblano with carne, walnuts and crema. Excellent! We decided to have the churros for dessert and they were fantastic- perfectly crisp without being greasy like many churros. And our server Sonny just brought the experience to the next level with his amazing service. He described his favorite menu items and he was spot on. Thanks Sonny for an amazing birthday evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance, service and views! No doubt one of the best places for patio dining. We went in for brunch and food was mediocre at best, tasteless and extremely overpriced. We did like the seafood cocktail ceviche, but we can't recommend this place to our friends.
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FAQs

El Encanto is rated 4.3 stars by 372 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 11, 2024

11:00 p.m.

Booked 37 times today

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–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 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

El Encanto

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Dining areas

Additional information

Salsa

La VerdeUS$9.00

La DiablaUS$9.00

La PicosoUS$9.00

La CascabelUS$9.00

Antojitos

EsquiteUS$13.00

Queso FundidoUS$17.00

Sopa de MaizUS$14.00

GorditasUS$18.00

Ensalada de JicamaUS$14.00

Ensalada de WatercressUS$14.00

Camarones al PastorUS$25.00

Tostada de JaivaUS$24.00

El Encanto Ceviche*US$19.00

Hamachi Crudo*US$24.00

CampechianaUS$30.00

Guacamole

TraditionalUS$15.00

El Encanto RajasUS$15.00

ChicharónUS$16.00

EsquiteUS$15.00

Tacos Chavez

RajasUS$21.00

DesebradaUS$25.00

BarbacoaUS$23.00

CamaronesUS$24.00

Mahi MahiUS$24.00

PolloUS$23.00

Tinga de PolloUS$22.00

Platos Fuertes

Tamales de JaivaUS$32.00

Chile en NogadaUS$25.00

Cachete de CerdoUS$32.00

Pollo Adobado al CarbonUS$25.00

Ribeye al Carbon*US$60.00

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