How is Masa - Boston restaurant rated?

Name: Masa - Boston
Address: 439 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, United States, 02116
Telephone: (617) 338-8884
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4

Masa - Boston

4.0

2538 Reviews

$30 and under

Latin American

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Our Chef borrows skillfully from Mexican, Spanish, and South American cuisines for a menu of freshly prepared brunch, shareable plates, and dinner entrees that pair perfectly with award-winning margaritas and our list of tequilas and mezcals—Boston’s best.

Over two decades in the South End, we’ve honed our creative twist on Latin food and drink, as well as our refreshing approach to hospitality. Today, our beautiful handmade copper bar and warm, unpretentious atmosphere is the perfect place to enjoy good company.

Masa is open every day for dinner and drinks, and weekend mornings for brunch. Our beautiful space in the South End can also be reserved for private events!

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Latin American, Tapas / Small Plates, Southwest
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(617) 338-8884
Website
http://www.masaboston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Catering Events are available through our event coordinator for corporate luncheons, dinners and private events.
Private party facilities
Masa is a casually elegant Latin themed restaurant with inviting Latin décor, filled with color and Mexican influenced mahogany accents. Lit with handmade light fixtures, Edison bulbs and candles, the interior has an overall welcoming ambiance. Masa is the ideal spot to entertain for all occasions.
Private party contact
Amanda Rodrigues: (617) 338-8884

Location
439 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
South End
Cross street
Appleton st
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Green line: Exit the Arlington St T Stop onto Arlington St, heading away from the Public Garden. Turn right onto Tremont St walk for approx 10 mins. Orange Line: Exit Back Bay Station onto Dartmouth St, heading south. Take a left at the third intersection onto Appleton St, walk til the end. Turn left onto Tremont St and we'll be on your left.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Soup of the Day$9.00
changes daily - ask your server!
Corn Tortilla Chips
- With Salsa$7.00
- With Guacamole$9.00
Nachos de la Casa$10.00
with Moterey Jack, pico de gallo, black beans, jalapeños, pickled onions, crema
Masa's Famous Cornbread$5.00
honey molasses butter
Marinated Olives$5.00
Spanish olives, anchovies

Tapas

Small Plates

Grilled Chorizo$9.00
sofrito
Exoctic Mushrooms Al Ajillo$10.00
garlic, sherry, red pepper flakes
Empanada de Queso$9.00
with guacamole
Fried Plantains$7.00
with Mexican crema
Papas Bravas$8.00
new potatoes, pimentón
Fried Queso Blanco$9.00
cilantro roasted tomato sauce
Chicharrónes$12.00
crispy, smoked pork belly, chipotle aioli, arugula salad
Gambas Al Ajillo$14.00
pan-fried shrimp, garlic, sherry, red pepper flakes, with soft grilled bread
Pollo Frito$10.00
Peruvian chicken tenders, aji verde
Calamari$11.00
cilantro sour cream
Masa Tapas Combo Platter$20.00
one piece of each of the above

Tacos

Soft Corn Tortilla, Two per Order

Carne Asada*$12.00
grilled marinated steak, traditional fixin's
Pork Carnitas$9.00
onion, cilantro, salsa cruda
Fish$10.00
Baja-style, lime-cured cabbage + herb slaw, red pepper crema
Exotic Mushroom$9.00
seasoned mushrooms, pico de gallo, shredded Jack cheese, lettuce

Verduras

Traditional Street Corn$9.00
chimichurri aioli, cotija cheese, chili dust
Vegetable Chilaquiles Casserole$16.00
corn tortilla, seasonal vegetables, tomato sauce, requesón cheese
Cauliflower Steak$8.00
preserved lemon emulsion
Summer Herb Salad$13.00
avocado, cucumber, olives, roasted red pepper dressing, cotija
Tomate con Queso$14.00
burrata, heirloom tomatoes, cane sugar reduction, fennel pollen

Pescado

Tuna Tartare*$13.00
sliced avocado, microgreens, mango-agave drizzle, crostinis
Ceviche*$13.00
changes daily - ask your server
Pulpo$16.00
butter poached, citrus salad, fennel pollen
Ahi Tuna Loin*$18.00
seared rare, pineapple salad
Steamed Fish$16.00
7oz fish of the day, wrapped in banana leaves, slaw

Carne

Pupusas$8.00
chicharrón, cheese, green tomato sauce, pickled cabbage
Braised Pork$15.00
roasted rainbow carrots, pan sauce
Masa Burger*$16.00
house pickles, crispy shallots, house-made spicy Chamucos-cheddar sauce
Smoked Chicken Enchilada$18.00
with corn salsa, smoky vine-ripened tomato sauce, Mexican crema
Crispy Pan Roasted Chicken$18.00
pickled red onions, pan sauce
Churrasco a la Plancha$19.00
skirt steak, grande onion rings, cilantro chimichurri

Seasonal Cocktails

Full Drink Selection on Other Side of Menu

Bananalands$13.00
Paranubes rum, Tempus Fugit Banane, Lime, eggwhite
War of the Roses$11.00
Angostura lemon-lime soda with your choice of: Código 1530 Rose Blanco, Glendalough Rose Gin, Hangar One Rose Vodka
Smokey and the Bear$12.00
house-made jalapeno infused Banhez Mezcal, Combier, guave, mole bitters
Good Old Fashioned Redemption$10.00
A Classic of with Redemption Bourbon
Tickle Me Purple*$11.00
Cenote Blanco, house-made hibiscus-infused Combier, pineapple, orgeat, lime
Clementine Caipirinha$10.00
Avua Cachaça, clementine, sugar

Classic Margaritas

Casa$10.00
Arette Blanco, Combier, Agave, Lime
Presidente$12.00
Chamucos Reposado, Combier, Agave, Lime
Primo$14.00
Milagro Anejo, Cointreau, Agave, Lime
Cadillac$15.00
Espolon Blanco, Gran Marnier, Agave, Lime

Masa Favorites

La Rosa Paloma$12.00
Partida Reposado, Grapefruit, Lime
Tres Chiles$11.00
house-made jalapeño blanco tequila, Anaheim and poblano peppers
Habanero Watermelon$12.00
house-made habanero reposado tequila, watermelon purée
Sangria Margarita$11.00
blanco tequila, peach liqueur, sangria
Spicy Blackberry$12.00
House-made jalapeño blanco tequila, Briottet Creme de Cassis
House-Made Sangria$9.00
Seasonal- ask your server!

Tragos

Shots, shots, shots

Banderita$8.00
Bribon Blanco, sangrita, lime
The Shifty$10.00
Miller High Life and a shot of our tequila of the month
Tragos Trio$12.00
a collection of our house-infused tequila

Beer

On Tap

On Tap
Seasonal—ask your server!

Bottles and Cans

Narragansett 5%$4.00
Tecate 4.55%$5.00
Negra Modelo 5.4%$5.00
Miller High Life 4.6%$5.00
Jack's Abby, Hoponius Union 6.7%$6.00
Jack's Abby, Hoponius on Holiday 6.5%$7.00

Drinks

Mexican Coca Cola$4.00
Source Sparkling Water (330ml)$5.00
Source Still Water (330ml)$5.00

Spirits

Tequila

Make any tequila into a margarita - add $2

Blanco

Blanco: unaged (under 2 mos)

123 Or`ganic$11.00
Arette Artesanal$11.00
Arte NOM 1549$14.00
Arte NOM 1579$16.00
Cabo Wabo$9.00
Calle 23$8.00
Calle 23 Criollo$11.00
Camarena$10.00
Casamigos$12.00
Casa Dragones$15.00
Casa Noble$10.00
Cenote$10.00
Chamucos$10.00
Chinaco$9.00
Clase Azul$19.00
Código$10.00
Código Rosa$12.00
Don Fulano$10.00
Don Julio$10.00
El Tesoro$11.00
Espolon$10.00
Fortaleza$11.00
G4$15.00
Gran Centenario$9.00
Gran Patron$34.00
Gran Mayan$22.00
Herradura$10.00
Ixa$8.00
Jose Cuervo Tradicional$8.00
Lunazul$8.00
Maestro Dobel$10.00
Milagro$8.00
Milagro Select$14.00
Ocho$11.00
Partida$10.00
Patron$10.00
Siete Legues$11.00

Reposado

Reposado: rested (2 mos–1 yr)

123 Or`ganic$13.00
Arette Artesanal$12.00
Arte NOM 1414$13.00
Cabo Wabo$11.00
Calle 23$11.00
Camarena$11.00
Casamigos$13.00
Casa Noble$12.00
Cenote$12.00
Chamucos$12.00
Chinaco$11.00
Clase Azul$23.00
Código$11.00
Don Fulano$12.00
Don Julio$12.00
El Tesoro$12.00
Espolon$11.00
Fortaleza$13.00
G4$18.00
Gran Centenario$12.00
Gran Mayan$25.00
Herradura$12.00
Ixa$9.00
Jose Cuervo Tradiciona$9.00
La Gritona$11.00
Lunazul$9.00
Maestro Dobel$13.00
Milagro$11.00
Ocho$12.00
Partida$11.00
Patron$12.00
Siete Legues$12.00
Tenoch$12.00

Añejo

Añejo: aged 1–3 years

123 Or`ganic$15.00
Arette Artesanal$17.00
Arte NOM 1146$18.00
Cabo Wabo$13.00
Calle 23$12.00
Casamigos$14.00
Casa Noble$14.00
Cenote$15.00
Chamucos$15.00
Chinaco$12.00
Código$18.00
Don Fulano$16.00
Don Julio$14.00
El Tesoro$13.00
Espolon$12.00
Fortaleza$18.00
G4$26.00
Gran Centenario$15.00
Gran Mayan$30.00
Herradura$14.00
Lunazul$10.00
Maestro Dobel$14.00
Milagro$11.00
Ocho$21.00
Partida$15.00
Patron$15.00
Siete Legues$13.00

Other Great Mexican Spirits

Sotol Por Siempre$5.00
La Venenosa Costa de Jalisco, Raicilla$10.00
La Venenosa Puntas$26.00
La Venenosa Puntas, Raicilla$26.00
La Venenosa Sierra del Tigre, Raicilla$14.00
Rancho Tepúa, Bacanora$8.50
La Venenosa Tabernas Raicilla$6.00

Reserva & Extra Añejo Tequila

Hard to find, special blends, aged over 3 years

3, 4 & 5$33.00
Arette Gran Clase 4-Year$12.00
Casa Dragones Joven$33.00
Don Julio 1942$20.00
Don Fulano Imperial 5-Year$13.00
El Tesoro Paradiso$13.00
Espolon 6-Year Extra Añejo$12.00
Fuenteseca Cosecha 2013 Blanco$13.00
Fuenteseca Reserva 8-Year Añejo$28.00
Fuenteseca Reserva 12-Year Añejo$33.00
G4 Extra Añejo$20.00
Herradura Selección Suprema$34.00
Jose Cuervo de la Familia$10.00
Ocho 2012 "El Refugio"$20.00

Mezcal

Smoky liquor from roasted agave

Alacran$7.00
Banhez Mezcal$6.00
Banhez Black$14.00
Casamigos Mezcal$9.00
Craneo$7.00
Del Maguey Chichicapa$9.00
Del Maguey San Luis Del Rio$11.00
Del Maguey Jabali$15.00
Del Maguey Pechuga$28.00
Del Maguey Tobala$13.00
Derrumbes Oaxaca$5.00
Derrumbes San Luis Potosí$5.00
Don Amado Rustico$8.00
Don Amado Arrequeno$15.00
Don Amado Largo$15.00
Don Amado Pechuga$12.50
El Buho$6.00
El Peleton de la Muerte Joven$5.00
Fidencio Classico$5.00
Ilegal Joven$7.00
Ilegal Reposado$9.00
Ilegal Añejo$12.00
Los Amantes Añejo$12.00
Machetazo Cupreata Guerrero$7.00
Mezcales de Leyenda SL Potosi$9.00
Mezcales de Leyenda Guerrero$9.00
Real Minero Espadin$15.00
Real Minero "Field Blend" Largo$17.00
Rey Compero Mexicano$12.00

Fuerte Tequila

High proof

Chamucos Blanco "55"$10.00
Don Fulano Fuerte$11.00
El Luchador$14.00
Fortaleza "46" Still Strength$13.00

Wine

Sparkling

Cava, Codorniu, Barcelona, Spain, NV$9.00
Brut, Nicolas Feuillatte, France, NV$75.00
Brut, Veuve Clicquot, France, NV$110.00

White

Albariño, Pazo Das Bruxas, Torres, Galacia, Spain '16$13.00
Sauvignon Blanc Blend, Telmo Rodriguez, "Rueda Basa" , Castilla y Leon, Spain$10.00
Chardonnay, J Vineyards & Winery, California, '17$12.00
Pinot Gris, Willakensie Estate, Willamette Valley, or '16$13.00

Rosé

Txakolina, Ulacia, Pais Vasco, Spain '16$12.00
Vihno Verde, Quinta de Lixa for Aviva Vino, Minho, Portugal, '18$8.00
Cabernet Franc Rose, Steele, Lake, County, CA '18$10.00

Red

Tempranillo "Tinta de Toro" , Tridente, Castilla y León, Spain$8.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Achaval Ferrer, Mendoza, Argentina '16$14.00
Red Blend, Josh Cellars "Legacy" , Lake County, CA '17$12.00
Merlot Blend, Mas Elena, Paras Balta, Catalonia, Spain, '14$12.00
Malbec, Don Miguel Gascón, Mendoza, Argentina, '17$10.00

What 2,538 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
3.9Value

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Sonji
San Francisco
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The tacos was bomb! Most of all the sangria, margaritas and speciality drinks was the best experience! Can’t get enough! Thanks for such great service too!
LH
LucyH
New England
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Loved Masa! It was the perfect spot to catch up with a couple friends for a casual but delicious brunch! We are college students, so on a budget, and it wasn't too much of a splurge. Would definitely come back!
JA
JackAttack
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience4
The staff was great, very helpful and quick to get us anything we needed. The food was good, we had a few of the tacos, the nachos, onion rings, and empanadas. We were very excited about the octopus dish, but it wasn't as tasty as it could be which was a disappointment. This is a good option for large groups that are looking for an affordable meal.
RT
RobT
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
The main courses (steak tips and pork shoulder) were amazing, as were the two cocktails we had. The habanero watermelon cocktail (I cannot remember the precise name) was very refreshing with a nice hit of heat aftertaste. The patatas bravas were very bland and a huge letdown. They tasted like plain baked baby potatoes with no seasoning and very little sauce. We definitely would not even give it a second chance. The plantains were good, but pretty standard. The noise level was terrible. It’s not the restaurants fault but a group was at a large table in the center and were talking and laughing very loudly. My boyfriend and I actually had some issues speaking to each other at our table - I’d say if you see a large group there when you go, try another time. We will be when we go back.
L
Lindsay
New England
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious, affordable and all came out super fast! Loved the cocktail list too.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have a fantastic time sharing tapas and house mar
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ellenb
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff are marvelous, the food is great, and the atmosphere is perfect and easy. An excellent place overall.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience5
Beautiful interior with good food (cheese empanadas where delicious). Came here for Friday night dinner and it was not packed at all. Would come back to try their brunch.
EP
EmilyP
New England
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall3food3service5ambience5
They changed their menu and got a new chef. We went on the first night and weren't too impressed. It could get better! But their previous menu was one of my favorites so I'm a little bummed about the change.
e
erniebee
New England
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall3food4service4ambience4
Valentine date. The food - short rib empanadas, and shrimp tacos for appetizers, and brick-roast chicken with avocado/mashed potatoes, and steak bavette with tempura scallions were all very good. As was the service. However, it was a long, long wait between courses and an endless wait for dessert, until finally the manager came over to announce that all desserts had been ruined and there weren’t any more to offer. On Valentine’s Day! Too bad, but they cut the bill way down and we left willing to try Masa again, but NOT on a holiday.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall2food2service4ambience3
The Sangria is terrible. Wine, Bourbon and ginger? Getting inventive with Sangria without knowing what you’re doing is not creative. They need a real Spanish/Latin recipe. The fried plantains were bad. Hint: They’re suppose to be ripe before frying. If not, they need to be green, fried, smashed flat, and fried again. The tacos were good, as was the guac and chips. Need to expand the menu with more tapas. Call me if you want a real Spanish/Latin sangria recipe.
B
Buffwell
New England
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience3
Good food, great service, excellent margaritas. What more do you need?
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Nick
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience3
Not the MASA I remember - They used to serve bread with a variety of jams but not any more I guess. It was ok when it used to be great before..
HF
HF90
New England
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent brunch.
M
Moira
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall3food2service4ambience3
The red wine offerings were not great, though the waitress was kind enough to let us try three different types of wine before we picked one we hated less than the others. We came here from Wink and Nod and so wished we had a bottle of that wine instead of what we had at Masa. The fish tacos and pork belly were fine, not memorable which was ok given the price though a plate of just pork belly and really dipping sauce was disappointing and hard to watch someone eat. We took the bottle of wine home and it was not sealed properly so it spilled all over the car seat. Just overall not a great experience.
C
Carl
New England
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food at Masa is delicious. Margaritas are a must as well. The waitstaff and GM were extraordinarily attentive and made extra efforts to accommodate a gluten-free need with no muss, no fuss. Decor is beautiful and the prices are very reasonable. This is a "must try" restaurant!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great and ambiance was fantastic.
CG
CynthiaG
New England
27 reviews
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
Food was ever so tasty as were the margarita's and other cocktails we tried.
b
bab36
New England
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2020
overall3food3service5ambience4
Food portions small for price and one dish was cold.
DG
DancingGal
New England
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lovely food.. the potatoes bravas were fantastic! And don't miss the churros with chocolate for dessert.
MD
MikeyD
New England
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Street corn was awesome
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food!!
BL
Bam2Lu
New England
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2020
overall2food1service1ambience1
I've been to many restaurants that serve tapas all over the world. Masa has a lot to left to grow. The service was slow and impersonal, but what is worse is that the food tasted mediocre.
L
Louis
New England
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2020
overall3food2service3ambience3
We did not enjoy the food due to the flavor profiles. We ordered the tortilla soup and it felt like we were eating refried beans.
KM
KateM
New England
91 reviews
vip
3.0
91 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience3
Drinks and ambiance good, food needs work.
j
jimbo
New England
7 reviews
vip
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall1food1service4ambience2
Crusty food. Used to be great but the food was crusty this time ( I haven’t been in a couple of years). They now even charge for bread! That’s probably why there was no one there for brunch.
LT
LT18
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to hang out with friends and enjoy good food and drinks. The service is excellent!
Masa - BostonResponded on December 29, 2019Thank you for the great review! Here's hoping to see you in again soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2019
overall1food1service4ambience2
3 burritos all came out cold/uncooked. Not going back, waitress was nice though.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2019
overall2food4service2ambience5
The waitress was not nice, except 30 seconds before dropping the check. She had an attitude, which everyone on the table commented. Their sangria are not the best, very bitter and not made with any fruits, which a basic ingredient of the sangria. The food was not bad to be fair, but we will not be going back due to the poor service. We don’t believe in paying good money to be treated rudely.
MB
MichelleB
New England
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2019
overall2food3service2ambience3
Used to come here all the time. One of my favorite brunch places. Picked this for a group outing and was very disappointed by how much it has changed. The corn bread that they would give you when you sat down is now gone. They took some of their best meals and drinks off the menu. This used to be one of my favorite restaurants, but this will probably be my last visit.
BD
BarbaraD
New England
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2019
overall5food5service3ambience3
I took a friend to Mass fir Sunday brunch. The restaurant was not full yet it seemed to take a long time for the waiter to arrive to take our order. Once we ordered the meal was prepared promptly. We both ordered the eggs Benedict which were delicious.
Masa - BostonResponded on December 30, 2019Barbara, thank you for your great review! I am so glad you and your friend had such a good time at brunch! We are looking forward to seeing you in again soon!
TH
TimothyH
Cincinnati
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Masa was a restaurant I hadn't eaten at in over 15 years and I am guessing some renovations have been done, because it looked fantastic. Anyway my meal with my boyfriend was awesome and the bartender who served us was a really fun guy who really made our night by changing the station to watch the Ohio State game instead of the Clemson game and he just made it a more friendly, personable evening. It was really appreciated. Definitely a great environment for a date or cocktails after work or just having a really great meal. Tim
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IleneR
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
The staff food and ambiance were very nice. We loved the decor. My only criticism would’ve that both the sangria and the house margarita were weird tasting. Otherwise, the food was very good
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ducking ballah
JF
JFJF
New England
23 reviews
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience4
We’ve loved Masa for years but was disappointed with new menu that doesn’t have many entrees on it. Most dishes are too large to be tapas but too small to be a main course. We enjoyed the grilled octopus but chicarones were more like bacon and tuna tartare didn’t taste as fresh as I’d like.
JM
JimM
New England
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous margaritas, great tacos, and the grilled octopus was to die for.
KO
KatieO
New England
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall1food3service1ambience1
Food was okay but took forever to come out- they asked us 3 times if we got our muscles yet (no we were still waiting). We only ordered 3 tapas and were there for almost two hours. Also we had requested a high top table and they gave it away to walk-ins over our reservation. Then sat us in a tiny back table by the bathroom.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Get the cornbread!! The margaritas were delicious as well!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibe on a Saturday night - would recommend.
LH
LizH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great staff! Drinks were perfect and the food was delicious it just had me wanting more.

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Masa - Boston is rated 4 stars by 2538 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Cross street
Appleton st
Neighborhood
South End
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Cuisines
Latin American, Tapas / Small Plates, Southwest
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Green line: Exit the Arlington St T Stop onto Arlington St, heading away from the Public Garden. Turn right onto Tremont St walk for approx 10 mins. Orange Line: Exit Back Bay Station onto Dartmouth St, heading south. Take a left at the third intersection onto Appleton St, walk til the end. Turn left onto Tremont St and we'll be on your left.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.masaboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 338-8884
Catering
Catering Events are available through our event coordinator for corporate luncheons, dinners and private events.
Private party facilities
Masa is a casually elegant Latin themed restaurant with inviting Latin décor, filled with color and Mexican influenced mahogany accents. Lit with handmade light fixtures, Edison bulbs and candles, the interior has an overall welcoming ambiance. Masa is the ideal spot to entertain for all occasions.
Private party contact
Amanda Rodrigues: (617) 338-8884

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Botanas

Soup of the Day$9.00

Corn Tortilla Chips

Nachos de la Casa$10.00

Masa's Famous Cornbread$5.00

Marinated Olives$5.00

Tapas

Grilled Chorizo$9.00

Exoctic Mushrooms Al Ajillo$10.00

Empanada de Queso$9.00

Fried Plantains$7.00

Papas Bravas$8.00

Fried Queso Blanco$9.00

Chicharrónes$12.00

Gambas Al Ajillo$14.00

Pollo Frito$10.00

Calamari$11.00

Masa Tapas Combo Platter$20.00

Tacos

Carne Asada*$12.00

Pork Carnitas$9.00

Fish$10.00

Exotic Mushroom$9.00

Verduras

Traditional Street Corn$9.00

Vegetable Chilaquiles Casserole$16.00

Cauliflower Steak$8.00

Summer Herb Salad$13.00

Tomate con Queso$14.00

Pescado

Tuna Tartare*$13.00

Ceviche*$13.00

Pulpo$16.00

Ahi Tuna Loin*$18.00

Steamed Fish$16.00

Carne

Pupusas$8.00

Braised Pork$15.00

Masa Burger*$16.00

Smoked Chicken Enchilada$18.00

Crispy Pan Roasted Chicken$18.00

Churrasco a la Plancha$19.00

Seasonal Cocktails

Bananalands$13.00

War of the Roses$11.00

Smokey and the Bear$12.00

Good Old Fashioned Redemption$10.00

Tickle Me Purple*$11.00

Clementine Caipirinha$10.00

Classic Margaritas

Casa$10.00

Presidente$12.00

Primo$14.00

Cadillac$15.00

Masa Favorites

La Rosa Paloma$12.00

Tres Chiles$11.00

Habanero Watermelon$12.00

Sangria Margarita$11.00

Spicy Blackberry$12.00

House-Made Sangria$9.00

Tragos

Banderita$8.00

The Shifty$10.00

Tragos Trio$12.00

Beer

On Tap

On Tap

Bottles and Cans

Narragansett 5%$4.00

Tecate 4.55%$5.00

Negra Modelo 5.4%$5.00

Miller High Life 4.6%$5.00

Jack's Abby, Hoponius Union 6.7%$6.00

Jack's Abby, Hoponius on Holiday 6.5%$7.00

Drinks