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Tee-Jay's Tacos

112 Haven Road Eastsound, WA 98245, Eastsound, Orcas Island, WA
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Ranked #1 of 25 restaurants in Eastsound
Cuisines: Mexican
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Seattle
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

As almost every reviewer has said, the food was great and really filling. The complimentary carrot pickles and salsa were outstanding, and the quesadillas were wonderful--we had two sodas (don"t miss the green apple) and 2 medium and 1 large quesadilla (which meant enough leftovers for breakfast) for $20. The service was friendly and casual, but it was attentive and... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The best salsa we've ever had. Great chicken burritos too. Inexpensive. An odd location in the basement of Oddfellows Hall on Haven Street. Eat your meal out on the small patio overlooking East Sound instead of staying in the basement, unless you want to join the lively sociable conversation with the locals and cooks.

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Hansville, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

This place is open Friday, Saturday and part of Sunday... maybe. Look for the sign on the corner or in the back of a parked pickup on the corner of Main Street and Haven Rd. Situated in the Oddfellows Hall basement, it is certainly 'out of place'. The reason for going here is simple, the food. It is homemade Mexican... More

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Mesa, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

My family and I were looking for a quick, yet tasty bit to eat. There was a makeshift sign on the corner that said "tacos". We headed down the road to kind of a "speak easy" type place and ate the best Mexican food EVER - and we live in the Southwest! It was our last day on the island... More

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Sequim, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

We had lunch there today. The previous reviewers hit the nail on the head...no atmosphere if you just count furniture and decorations, but that is quickly made up for in personality and a great dining experience. The food rocks, plain and simple. There are no sombreros or cactus murals, but if you close your eyes and bite into the delicious... More

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Eastsound, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

Haven't had Mexican food this good since I traveled across the southern border! These guys know what they're doing, and they're a hoot! They'll give ya the scoop on the island, with a ense of humor. Don't let the location deter you, what they lack in funding the location, they make up for with superior quality food. Heck, get it... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012

As a local eater here I thought over the months there that I'd tried everything there but they changed it up and raised their standard, again The Carne is now slow smoked over a NW alder fire like you'd do the NW version of BBQ salmon. No way you could beat the taste.

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West Pittston, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2012

Please, please, please, do not let the location, dining room, or kitchen scare you. When we first entered the basement, yes it is in a basement, we almost turned around to leave. The dining room is crude and sparse, and the kitchen is open to the room. This is not a place you go for a view or beautifully decorated... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2012

So glad o have read the reviews of this place! We were a bit confused when we made our way to the basement of the Odd Fellows' building on Wednesday, only to find Thai food on the board. We said we were looking for Tee-Jays - "Not until tomorrow!" We were so set on Mexican food at that point that... More

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Seattle, Washington, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012

I can't say enough good things about Tee-Jays. Everyone we've sent there has thanked us in spades. These guys really have it down - for seemingly basic Mexican fare, their recipes are creative and inspired, always fresh and tasty. They have a menu but it's just to get your taste buds going. There's always something special cooking up - ask... More

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