Matador West Seattle Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Matador West Seattle, a vibrant gem in the heart of Tex-Mex cuisine! Offering an enticing menu that satisfies every palate, Matador’s highlights include an array of Pequenos (small plates) perfect for sharing, such as the creamy Queso Con Chorizo and the crispy Crispy Brussels Sprouts. The Grandes (signature dishes) feature comforting classics like the Skirt Steak Surf and Turf and the fiery Habanero Chicken Enchiladas, inviting diners to explore a symphony of flavors.
- Don't miss the Mango Steak Tacos, bursting with fresh salsa.
- Family-style meals such as Familia Fajitas ensure a festive dining experience.
Matador also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, offering vegan options and mouthwatering cocktails. Come celebrate any occasion in a lively atmosphere adorned with outdoor seating, perfect for group gatherings. Dive into an unforgettable culinary adventure!
Pequenos (Small Plates & Shareables)
Chips & Salsa
Black Bean Dip
Medium spicy bean dip GF/VEG
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Fried Brussel Sprouts GF/VEG
Queso Con Chorizo
Three-cheese house blend, creamy habanero sauce, chorizo rojo, pico de gallo, cilantro, queso fresco - GF
Dip Flight
All of our favorite dips Creamy three cheese queso, fresh guacamole, hardy black bean queso served with house chips and salsa. (gf)
Grilled Stuffed Jalapenos
Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos GF
Matador Quesadilla
Large flour tortilla filled with cheese and choice of protien topped with crema and pepita seeds.
Tortilla Chicken Soup
Roasted chicken, vegetables, fire roasted corn, avocado, totilla strips, cotija, cilantro GF
Romaine Salad
Crisp romaine lettuce dressed with a hearty and balanced cilantro pepita dressing and topped with pico de gallo, cotija cheese and toasted pepitas. Servedwith a lime wedge GF/VEG
Matador Guacamole
Orange-habanero salsa Maya, tomatillo salsa, pico, queso fresco, cilantro gf/veg
Matador Bowl
Achiote-chile rice, black beans, cheese blend, serrano slaw, crema, pico de gallo, guacamole, radish, tortilla strips, with your choice of sauce and protein.
Quesabirria
Three corn tortillas filled with jack cheese, roasted poblanos, braised beef birria, and white onions. Served with braising jus.
Haba Prawns
Fiery creamy roasted habanero sauce over pan seared shrimp, garlic jalapeno polenta, topped with hibiscus pickled onions and cilantro (gf) Less spicy by choosing poblano crema or chile-garlic butter sauce
Gaucho Bowl
A new version of our popular Matador Burrito bowl. Grilled Chicken, Steak, Shrimp, or SW Veg over rice & beans and garnished with everything from ournormal fajita set-up plate.
Burritos Ultimos
Agave Chicken Wrap
Agave marinated chicken breast, bacon, avocado, cilantro pepita dressing, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce and cotija wrapped in a large tortilla
Bacon Cheeseburger
Charbroiled steak burger*, arugula, pico de gallo, bacon, French fried onions, Jack & cheddar cheeses, chipotle mayo
Carne Asada Sandwich
Grilled marinated steak, caramalized onions, serrano slaw, roasted poblano, pico de gallo, chipotle may
Roasted Chile Rellenos
Two Poblano chilies stuffed with rice, salsa and cheese topped with Onions peppers and corn topped with pico de gallo, garlic crema, cheese, and pico on a bed of black beans and poblano crema
Skirt Steak- Carne Asada
Marinated Skirt steak cooked to order served with rice, beans, roasted corn, grilled peppers,cotija and cilantro
Skirt Steak Surf and Turf
Marinated Skirt steak cooked to order served with rice, beans, roasted corn, grilled peppers, cotija, cilantro and choice of haba, garlic or poblano shrimp
Enchiladas Divorciadas
Corn tortillas filled with Monterey jack cheese & slow braised chicken thighs, smothered in two sauces: mild sweet & tangy salsa verde & medium smoky salsa roja. Served with pico de gallo, guacamole, cilantro-lime sour cream, achiote-chile rice and Mexican black beans
Habanero Chicken Enchiladas
Two Enchilads filled with chicken thigh topped with our house made fiery hot habanero sauce served with rice, beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, guacamole.
Verde Carnitas Enchiladas
Two enchiladas filled with out house made carnitas served with rice beans, pico, Guacamole, sour cream covered in our tart and tangy verde sauce
Shredded Beef Enchiladas
Medium and smoky salsa roja,shredded braised beef birria, flour tortillas
Ribeye- Carne Asada
8oz of marinated skirt steak charbroiled to perfection. Served with chile achiote rice, Mexican black beans, charred red bell and jalapeno peppers and street style fire roasted corn topped with cotija cheese.
Ribeye Surf and Turf
Shrimp & Chorizo Paella Skillet
Shrimp, house-made chorizo, sauteed fajita peppers, achiote-chile rice, saffron cream.
Mango Steak Tacos
Grilled choice carne asada*, mango-pineapple salsa, arugula, guajillo-chile sauce
Ribeye Tacos
Choice grade ribeye steak is seasoned and charbroiled to medium. French fried onions, chimichurri mayo, avocado, grilled red pepper, cotija. Served with rice and beans.
Baja Fish Tacos
Mahi Mahi pieces lightly dipped in a beer batter and coated with panko, served in a flour tortilla with guacamole, serrano slaw, sweet and spicy chipotle mayo, and fresh cut cilantro. Served with rice and beans
Cornmeal-Crusted Mahi Mahi
6oz Mahi Mahi filet crusted in cornmeal & chile seasoned flour is pan seared to golden brown and served on top of chile achiote rice with green enchilada sauce, cherry tomato relish, and serrano slaw
Grandes (Signature Dishes & Meals)
Familia (Family Style Meals)
Familia Fajitas for 2
Familia Fajitas for 4
Familia Street Tacos for 2
Familia Street Tacos for 4
Familia Traditional Tacos for 2
Familia Traditional Tacos for 4
Take & Bake Nachos
Legengary Matador Nachos - Tortilla chips, Monterray Jack and cheddar cheese, Mexican black beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, cilantro-lime sour cream (gf/veg)
Mexican Coke
Jarritos, Lime
To Go House Sour Qt
One Quart of our famous House Sour mix for you to take home. Makes about 15 margaritas.
Mineragua
Beverages
Side & Adds
Bag of Chips
Side Rice & Beans
Side Sauce
Side of Tortillas
Small Salsa
Large Salsa
Goat Cheese & Veggie Flautas
Crispy rolled flour tortillas filled with a roasted garlic and four cheese blend of goat cheese, jack cheese, cotija, and cream cheese. The flautas are served on red enchilada sauce and topped with serrano slaw, pico de gallo, and garlic crema.
Queso Fundido Shrimp Tacos
These tacos originated in Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico. It is said that the governor of Sinaloa loved shrimp and quesadillas so the chef of a well-known restaurant created these, a cross between a shrimp taco and a quesadilla. And so these were named Tacos Gobernador ('Governor Tacos'). Ours are served with pickled Fresno & jalapenos as well as crispy French fried onions.
Arroz Con Pollo
Arroz con pollo is a traditional dish of chicken cooked with rice, onions, and either a tomato based red sauce of a saffron based cream sauce, Our version is a take on the Spanish style dish with saffron cream and sauteed vegetables including peppers, onions, and sweet corn. The dish is served with Mexican rice and topped with grilled chicken thighs.