In Boston and looking for choices in the hot and spicy meal department? Look no further as we have compiled a list of our favorite Mexican restaurants in Boston for you. From the classic guacamole to the range of salsa’s on a menu and delicious margaritas to accompany your meal, Mexican cuisine is vibrant, fresh and exciting- always a great choice for group occasions or just a casual date night. We have, therefore, curated a list that can help you find the top-class restaurants in the city. Read on to find the best Mexican restaurants in Boston and have a fantastic foodie journey.
1. Lolita Back Bay
With four different types of guacamole and a tapas style menu that will keep you coming back for more, Lolita in Back Bay has something that will be sure to make everyone happy. Lolita is the perfect special occasion restaurant with a fantastic atmosphere served alongside their highly praised food and drinks.
Lolita Back Bay
Address: 271 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA
Website: Lolita Back Bay
Opening hours: 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Average price for two: 11 - 30 USD
2. Chilacates
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
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Posted by Chilacates Mexican Street Food on Tuesday, February 16, 2021
With a completely customizable menu, Chilacates pulls back Mexican cuisine to its very core with fresh ingredients and bright flavors. Chilacates allows you to pick your ‘canvas’ (multiple possibilities from taco salads to quesadillas and tostadas) as well as your fillings (beef tongue anyone?) and toppings, leaving room for endless combinations. With well-seasoned fillings, Chilacates is an affordable choice for anyone looking to get their fix of authentic Mexican cuisine.
Chilacates
Address: 224 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA
Website: Chilacates
Opening hours: 11 AM - 10 PM Monday - Thursday; 11 AM - 11 PM Friday; 9 AM - 11 PM Saturday; 9 AM - 10 PM Sunday
Average price for two: Less than USD 10
3. Ole
Ole’s dinner menu provides extensive options and does not exclude vegetarians, vegans or those with gluten-free preferences. A huge variety of taco’s and entrees, you will definitely be able to find your favorites amongst the menu options. Ole also has a more affordable take-out choice, Ole to go, located at the restaurant premises for those who want to enjoy Mexican cuisine from the comfort of their own home.
Ole
Address: 11 Springfield Street, Inman Square, Cambridge, MA
Website: Ole
Opening hours: 5.30 PM - 10 PM Monday - Thursday; 5 PM - 11 PM Friday - Saturday; 5 PM - 9.30 PM Sunday
Average price: USD 15 - 30
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4. Rosa Mexicano
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
With their trademark authentic Mexican cuisine and guacamole made table-side for a personalized experience, Rosa Mexicano delivers a great ambiance for any meal. Portions tend to be large here, (three tacos and enchiladas per order) so Rosa Mexicano is best enjoyed with groups of friends and family. Be sure not to skip out on the dessert as the Tres Leches here is rated very highly!
Rosa Mexicano
Address: 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA
Website: Rosa Mexicano
Opening hours: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Thursday; 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Friday - Saturday; 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM Sunday
Average price for two: USD 11 - 30
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5. Angela's Cafe
Angela’s Cafe serves out of two locations in East Boston and specialized in regional cuisine from the Mexican city of Angela’s Puebla. Diners are treated to Angela’s personal favorite dishes such as her signature sauce which blends chocolate, almonds, cacahuate, raisins, sesame seeds, crackers, and banana, served with house-made tortillas, rice, and beans.
Angela's Cafe
Address: 131 Lexington Street, Eagle Hill and 1012 Bennington Street, Orient Heights, East Boston, MA
Website: Angela’s Cafe
Opening hours: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Thursday; 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday - Saturday; 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Sunday
Average price for two: USD 11 - 30
6. Papagayo
Papagayo prides itself on being a Mexican restaurant that comes fully stocked with an extensive selection of tequilas at the bar. Combining the old world with the new, bright colored paintings and Mexican art are found in the forefront of the old brick walls, giving Papagayo the best atmosphere to watch your next sports game and catch up with your friends. Papagayo also has its own app featuring a loyalty program and the chance to be part of their tequila club.
Papagayo
Address: 15 West Street, Boston, MA
Website: Papagayo
Opening hours: 11.30 AM - 9.00 PM Sunday - Monday; 11:30 AM - 10.00 PM Tuesday - Saturday
Average price for two: USD 11 - 30
7. Sunset Cantina
Voted as one of ‘Thrillist’s 21 Best Nachos in America’, Sunset Cantina is a colorful Mexican spot for wholesome food, tasty margaritas and a unique selection of beers. They have an extensive menu, with some non-Mexican favorites like burgers and sandwiches, for those who want to steer away from the traditional cuisine. The restaurant always has something to entertain you, from quiz nights, tap takeovers and live music, it is always an evening of frolic and fun with Sunset Cantina.
Sunset Cantina
Address: 916 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA
Website: Sunset Cantina
Opening hours: 11.30 AM - 1.00 AM Monday - Wednesday; 11:30 AM - 2.00 AM Thursday - Saturday; 11.00 AM - 12.00 AM Sunday
Average price for two: USD 11 - 30
8. Yellow Door Taqueria
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
A taco specialist can be found at the Yellow Door Taqueria, where seasonal ingredients are used to create tacos of unusual combinations. The duck confit and pig trotters on the menu have us very interested, but the traditional carnitas and local fish tacos will keep us coming back for seconds. With a great selection of margaritas, tequilas, and beers to go with your tacos, we highly recommend trying out the Yellow Door Taqueria for your next evening out on the Boston town.
Yellow Door Taqueria
Address: 2297 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA
Website: Yellow Door Taqueria
Opening hours: 4.00 PM - 1.00 AM Monday - Wednesday; 4.00 PM - 2.00 AM Thursday- Friday; 11.00 AM - 11.00 PM Sunday
Average price for two: USD 11 - 30
9. La Hacienda
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Posted by La Hacienda Boston on Monday, 2 July 2018
La Hacienda is a Mexican and Salvadorian Restaurant with a lively atmosphere and a full-service bar. The restaurant has live music and serves traditional dishes that you would be hard pressed to find elsewhere, like pupusas, a traditional Salvadoran dish, and tostones, a deep fried plantain served with a pink sauce. Come for the food, stay for the warm and friendly atmosphere.
La Hacienda
Address: 150 Meridian Street, East Boston, MA
Website: La Hacienda
Opening hours: 9.00 AM - 2.00 AM Monday - Sunday
Average price for two: USD 11 - 30
10. El Pelon Taqueria
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
El Pelon Taqueria offers the most extensive authentic Mexican cuisine around. Just reading through their menu will have you salivating for their food and beverage offerings which include items like tamales and tortas in addition to the classic quesadillas and enchiladas. Their affordable menu comes highly recommended by diners and we have the inside scoop that the burritos are not to be missed!
El Pelon Taqueria
Address: 92 Peterborough Street, Boston, MA
Website: El Pelon Taqueria
Opening hours: 11 AM – 11 PM
Average price for two: Under USD 10
Provecho, Mexican for bon appétit
In Mexico, it is customary to say “provecho" before starting a meal and the word roughly translates to “to make the most of it". There are ample choices of Mexican restaurants to choose from in Boston. From the classic to the edgier, from the traditional to the regional. We hope you take up one of our recommendations and really, make the most of it.
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