La Tarasca - Centralia (WA)

5 /5 Kit Chovanak: We stopped here on a road trip from Seattle to Astoria and couldn’t be more happy with the service and food. We had the tamales, chili Colorado, and some of the fried jalapeños (very spicy). They serve salsa with radishes instead of tortilla chips, which was fun and different.

5 /5 Joe Bob Jones: Always my favorite stop between Portland and Seattle. Always. Family run, and damn good. Order anything, although the tamales were especially good this time. Tender and delicious. If you get the menudo, add hominy.

5 /5 Afton: Took my family of 5 here to celebrate a fun weekend at state swim competitions. The food is incredible, the owners were SO welcoming. The best carnitas, chile verde, and tacos we have had. Amazing food and service. I loved all the live plants inside too, especially the Christmas cactus. Will definitely be back!

5 /5 Cherise Spears, Realtor: **5 stars aren’t enough!** I can’t believe I didn’t visit La Tarasca sooner. I arrived just before they opened, and noticed the parking lot was already filled with people waiting in their cars—a great sign! Inside, we were warmly greeted by the owner, who shared her family’s rich history and the inspiration behind the restaurant. Instead of the usual chips, they served pickled carrots, which was a delightful and unique experience! I tried my first tamale here, and WOW, I never knew what I was missing. I also ordered the carnitas, and they were absolutely fantastic. I will definitely be back! Thank you so much!

5 /5 Daniel Lucy: Wonderful experience. Delicious food. We feel very lucky to live near such a treasure of a restaurant. Can’t wait to go back and try more of the menu.