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Asadero, Ballard

64 people recommend, 7 warn against itvia r/AskSeattle, r/Seattle30 comments cited below

The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 23 threads.

What people say, in short

Asadero is a Mexican-style steakhouse; this entry is its Ballard location, the one most people name. Most people recommend it, and many say the steak is good. A couple single out the vacio, and several call it good value, though one finds the steaks very expensive. Two describe it as more relaxed than a formal steakhouse, one says it doesn't suit a celebratory night, one dislikes the QR-code menu, and one puts another restaurant well above it.

Address

Asadero Ballard, 5405 Leary Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107

At a glance

Price
Mid-range
Signature dishes
Vacio
Best for
Budget
Opinions divided
Yes

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The evidence

Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.

  • Recommendsu/alexthe5th in r/AskSeattle · Jun 2025

    Suggests Asadero in Ballard as a place to get steak.

  • Caveatu/someshooter in r/AskSeattle · Mar 2026price

    Says Asadero has high-end Wagyu but finds its steaks very expensive.

  • Recommendsu/seedlessxwatermelon in r/AskSeattle · Feb 2026

    Names Asadero as the answer to the steak question.

  • Recommendsu/Smittenmittel in r/AskSeattle · Oct 2025

    Reports enjoying Asadero in Ballard over a few visits, hedging that it may not be the top pick.

  • Recommendsu/C0git0 in r/AskSeattle · Jun 2025

    Lists Asadero as one of two steak suggestions, the other being Bateau.

  • Recommendsu/whiskeynwaitresses in r/AskSeattle · Nov 2026

    Includes Asadero among its steak suggestions, a more affordable pick.

  • Caveatu/SixAlarmFire in r/AskSeattle · Feb 2026price

    Names Asadero when asked for an affordable nice steak dinner.

  • Recommendsu/Whatswrongbaby9 in r/AskSeattle · Dec 2025taste

    Recommends Asadero Prime in Ballard as a full meal with a good steak, though still bothered by a tortilla change.

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  • Recommendsu/Rickology7 in r/AskSeattle · Dec 2024taste

    Calls the Ballard spot a tasty Mexican steakhouse whose rib eye is top quality.

  • Recommendsu/SnooStrawberries6934 in r/AskSeattle · Jul 2026

    Calls Asadero a personal favorite and a better fit for the group's plans.

  • Recommendsu/Fun-Grab-9337 in r/AskSeattle · Mar 2026taste

    Tried a hot-rock steak served sizzling, found it good, and recommends the restaurant.

  • Recommendsu/turbosquidz88 in r/AskSeattle · Feb 2026value

    Says the steaks are good and that skipping sides makes it a better value.

  • Recommendsu/AverageFoxNewsViewer in r/AskSeattle · Dec 2025taste

    Rates the steak here as good, offered as a steak pick for dinner in Ballard.

  • Recommendsu/CarobAffectionate582 in r/AskSeattle · Oct 2025

    Rates Asadero in Ballard as top in the region and says its steak price is manageable.

  • Recommendsu/margo_beep_beep in r/AskSeattle · Aug 2026taste

    Calls Asadero delicious and notes it has locations in Ballard and Kent.

  • Recommendsu/Other-Key-8647 in r/AskSeattle · Oct 2025

    Simply names Asadero in Ballard as the answer to the steakhouse question.

  • Recommendsu/PunsAndPastries in r/Seattle · Jul 2024

    Says Asadero in Ballard suits a steak request exactly.

  • Recommendsu/rwent117 in r/AskSeattle · Nov 2026taste

    Recommends Asadero highly and says it is very good.

  • Recommendsu/FreddyTwasFingered in r/AskSeattle · Aug 2026

    Lists Asadero among easy top picks.

  • Recommendsu/cheesebabychair in r/AskSeattle · Oct 2025value

    Recommends Asadero's vacio steak as strong value, based on their own meals there.

  • Recommendsu/RugerRedBarn in r/AskSeattle · Nov 2026value

    Says Asadero offers good value and very good food, though it feels less fancy.

  • Recommendsu/Boring-Elevator in r/AskSeattle · Nov 2026price

    Says the Ballard spot is well under what typical Seattle steakhouses cost once tax and service are added.

  • Recommendsu/ManyInterests in r/Seattle · Oct 2026taste

    Recommends this place as the answer for a good wagyu steak, pointing to its Australian wagyu option.

  • Recommendsu/fidelcastroak47 in r/AskSeattle · Jul 2026ambience

    Says Asadero is, like Met Grill, fancy and near the party.

  • Recommendsu/bubbletoes- in r/AskSeattle · Mar 2026

    Enthusiastically names Asadero as a top steakhouse pick.

  • Recommendsu/Necessary_Big961 in r/AskSeattle · Apr 2025ambience

    Recommends it for steak and prefers it for the more relaxed feel over the formal option.

  • Recommendsu/NiceShoesOinker in r/Seattle · Mar 2024taste

    Calls it amazing and says the vacio is large enough to share.

  • Mixedu/thenaykid in r/AskSeattle · Nov 2026ambience

    Calls Asadero delicious but says it doesn't suit a celebratory night out.

  • Caveatu/_harmonious in r/AskSeattle · Mar 2026taste

    Puts another restaurant well above Asadero in a brief comparison.

  • Mixedu/UziNegra in r/AskSeattle · Dec 2025taste

    Says the food is fun and good, but dislikes the QR-code menu and asks for paper.

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