Open Late in Pike Place Market: El Borracho

šŸ“ 1521 1st Ave, Seattle

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This spotā€™s name translates to ā€œthe drunk,ā€ and, fittingly, they have margaritas for as little as $6. Thatā€™s for the ā€œpink cheapoā€ā€”they have more interesting ones for $12ā€”but after the first couple, do you really notice a difference? They have a patio right along First Avenue perfect for people-watching, too. In case youā€™ve got babies with you, itā€™s all-ages until 5 pm.

Its previously carnivorous menu went entirely plant-based in 2021, includes proteins like cochnitas with shredded orange-achiote jackfruit, Al Pastor with locally-made tofu, and adobo seitan steak. Those looking to get a little more meat-subby can go straight for some Impossible meat or soyrizo, though.

Open noon to 10 pm Monday through Thursday, noon to 11 pm on Friday and Saturday, and noon to 8 pm on Sunday.

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Daytimes are what Pike Place Market is known for. But in the evening, a whole other market comes alive, one with drinks, dancing, and general revelry.

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Sarah Anne Lloyd

Sarah Anne Lloyd is a writer and lifelong Seattleite whose work has appeared in Seattle Met, The Stranger, Seattle Weekly, KNKX, and others. She lives on the outskirts of West Seattle with her partner, an absolutely perfect dog, and six terrifying chickens. Follow her on Twitter at @sarah