Oaky’s Tex Mex

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Oaky’s Tex Mex

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Smoked carnitas tacos, enchiladas, and queso dip

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1417 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119 Get directions

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Oaky’s Tex Mex Makes Progress on New Central District Restaurant - Eater Seattle

"Oaky’s Tex-Mex, which had a short, well-received stint at Interbay’s Batch 206 distillery in 2019, is making progress on a new restaurant. Co-owner James Barrington, who also runs acclaimed Wood Shop BBQ on the same block with business partner Matt Davis, tells Eater Seattle they’re aiming to debut the new location sometime in February. Diners can likely expect dishes that built a following when Oaky’s was in Interbay, such as wood-smoked takes on carnitas tacos and enchiladas, as well as creamy queso for dipping tortilla chips." - Gabe Guarente

https://seattle.eater.com/2020/9/14/21436848/oakys-tex-mex-plans-central-district-restaurant

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Eric Rivera Readies New Spot Inside Interbay Distillery - Eater Seattle

"Oaky’s Tex Mex, which replaced Windy City Pie, will leave its current location on May 18. Known for its smoked brisket barbacao and queso dip, Oaky’s plans to reopen as a mobile version around Seattle." - Gabe Guarente

https://seattle.eater.com/2019/5/6/18531256/eric-rivera-addo-new-project-batch-206-interbay

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Windy City Pie Is Now Taking To-Go Orders on Phinney Ridge - Eater Seattle

"Windy City Pie moved out of its cramped walk-up counter inside Interbay’s Batch 206 Distillery’s Batch Bar on December 31. It’s been replaced by Oaky’s Tex Mex, from the owners of Wood Shop BBQ." - Megan Hill

https://seattle.eater.com/2019/1/15/18182414/phinney-ridge-windy-city-pie-deep-dish-to-go-orders

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Oaky’s Brings Wood-Smoked Tex-Mex to Interbay - Eater Seattle

"Tex-Mex will hit Interbay next week when Wood Shop BBQ owners James Barrington and Matt Davis open Oaky’s inside Batch 206 Distillery. It will fill the spot left by Windy City Pie’s sought-after deep dish pizza, which moved out last year. When Oaky’s opens on Friday, January 11, Barrington and Davis will show off their wood-smoked take on classics like carnitas tacos and enchiladas. Given the acclaim for the duo’s food at their Central District restaurant and food trucks, this one definitely shows promise." - Megan Hill

https://seattle.eater.com/2019/1/7/18172401/oakys-tex-mex-wood-shop-bbq-batch-206-distillery-interbay-open

Oaky’s Tex Mex

Chandee F.

Google

Having lived in Texas 15+ years and loving all the Tex-Mex I could get my hands on, Oaky's is descent Tex-Mex but not quite the real deal. I took a star off for the fact that it was very hard to find this place and parking is non-existent. Its inside the Batch 206 distillery (which is listed on Google maps if you read), but it took us a while to find it. The food overall was very good. I loved the quesadilla with the yummy stringy cheese! The BBQ chicken (tacos) were equally delicious! I actually really liked the BBQ flavor of the chicken. I would highly recommend these two dishes since I liked them both. The chips were good, but the queso wasn't what I expected. The cheese was not great and the beloved salsa and the spice I expect from Tex-Mex queso wasn't there. The guacamole also lacked that same oomph, and it was more on the sour side (I strongly dislike anything sour) so that wasn't a hit with us either. Overall, Oaky's is pretty descent Tex-Mex and if you're a Texan living in Seattle and miss a bit of home, itll be a good place to check out. Just dont expect the same as you would from like say Chuy's. Also, I had the Oaky's Revenge from the bar at the Distillery. It sounded interesting so I had to try it! I was pleasantly surprised by it. It's definitely a more savory-ish mix drink, but worth it if you're curious to try.

Daniel H.

Google

The tacos are very small for $4, it would be one thing if they were amazingly delicious and $4 but it was mediocre at best. The salsa is borderline disgusting, it could be canned tomatoes with some salt and pepper, tasteless and the after taste is tin! The guacamole is the only redeeming aspect of the food experience but even that was average. Service was friendly and enjoyable, so they have that going for them.

Blake S.

Google

Food was just meh. Was really looking forward to the Queso as you can hardly find it anywhere in Seattle. It tasted as if someone heated up a Tostitos Queso right out the can. The salsa was bland and unmemorable. I ordered the big ole burrito, which was neither big nor delicious. The bottom of the tortilla was burnt to a crisp. The ingredients were fine, not good nor bad. If you’re willing to pay 17 dollars for a burrito that could be made better at Taco Bell, then go for it.

Jess G.

Google

Tex mex from the folks who run Woodshop BBQ. Tried them back during their soft open weeks back so some of this may have changed. Portion size was good but not generous for texmex. Carnitas dish I had was pretty good but more southern BBQ than texmex in flavor profile. Also I love the environment but the compostable silverware was falling apart mid meal. Rating on staff friendliness and the fact I suspect a lot of the gotchas I saw were from the process of working out the kinks. Look forward to seeing this place once things are dialed in.

Tito S.

Google

The chimichanga is ridiculous. I would have posted a picture but it was so delishious that I ate it before I had a chance to think about what was happening. Pair it with the "Sipping Siesta" from the bar and you'll be set for a happily ever after.

James W.

Google

This place is awesome! Only place to get your Tex Mex fix in Seattle. The pork belly is out of this world.

Martin P.

Google

Really good, a little on the pricey side but the brisket is awesome. Wouldn't do the meatballs again though

R S.

Google

Great food, very nice people, 3rd trip, looking forward to our 4th