Diners' Choice: Mexican restaurants in Boston

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Yellow Door Taqueria - Dorchester

4.8

4.8 (132)

$30 and under

Mexican

Dorchester

About the restaurant

At Yellow Door Taqueria, we are serving up traditional & contemporary Mexican cuisine with a New England Spin. Our traditional tacos each have an individual twist and they're all served on the tortillas we make fresh every morning. We offer a full bar and have a stacked drink menu including several different kinds of Margaritas, an extensive tequila, and mezcal list, as well as carefully craft cocktails. If you're not into the hard stuff, no worries, we have mocktails, Mexican sodas, beer, wine, and more!

This is our original location which lives in the heart of Lower Mills, Dorchester. We are right in between our two sister restaurants Lower Mills Tavern and Madre Osteria & Bar - Perfect spots to grab a drink before or after your reservation!

Our second location resides in Boston's South End at the InkBlock apartment community.

We are open 7 days a week for dinner & for brunch on the weekends!

Top review

Susan

Dined on Sep 23, 2024

The food was as always-outstanding. The ingredients are always fresh and the combinations are unique yet traditional in concept. The service was over the top! We sat at the bar and the bartender was so attentive as well as the servers who delivered our food. The manager wowed us by stopping by and also checking in on us not once - but twice. It’s a reflection on ownership and management that the culture truly adds to the value of your experience.

Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - South Boston

4.7

4.7 (371)

$30 and under

Mexican

South Boston

About the restaurant

LOCO TAQUERIA & OYSTER BAR is a funky neighborhood joint located on West Broadway in South Boston that specializes in tacos, raw bar, and tequila.

Top review

Ricky

Dined 2 days ago

Friendly staff, quick and easy to order. Bar selection is great

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4.5

4.5 (996)

$30 and under

Mexican

Cambridge

About the restaurant

We are very excited to present Olé's renovated space and updated bar menus to the neighborhood. Olé has been in Inman Sq for 15 years, bringing traditional as well as innovative Mexican cuisine to Cambridge. Our 6 seat bar served us well over the years, but we always wanted a little more. Now we have it!

Please join us in our new space name with new cocktails, wines and new bar dishes.

More about the Restaurant:

In eclectic Inman Sq. lies a distinctive restaurant - Olé, where Chef David Tapia creates authentic Mexican delicacies from Veracruz, Oaxaca, amongst others. Popular for table side-award winning Guacamole it's the perfect destination for an outstanding evening.

Top review

Anthony

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food and friendly service. Guacamole was excellent but portion seemed very small compared to prior experiences

Mex Taqueria & Bar

4.6

4.6 (325)

$30 and under

Mexican

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Mex Taqueria & Bar is a 3 story roof deck restaurant located in the heart of Kendall Square Cambridge near MIT University. Mex boasts an amazing selection of tequilas and mezcals as well as craft beers and specialty cocktails. Make sure to check out our roof deck fireplace and Mezzanine lounge next time you are here. Interested in a booking a private space for your birthday, wedding or business meeting? Email us at Mexprivateevents@gmail.com for reservations of 20 or more. Bring your friends, crush some tacos, drink some margaritas and have a great night!

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Julia

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Loved it, we had the best waitress! She was super attentive and even offered to take pictures of us!

Casa Romero

4.5

4.5 (1586)

$30 and under

Mexican

Back Bay

About the restaurant

After 40 years, my customers still tell me what a delightful discovery it is to step out of a Boston alley and into the heart of Mexico. That is exactly what I had envisioned when I decorated the coffered door and walls of my restaurant with the bright Talavera tiles from Puebla, Mexico. Casa Romero is located in the midst of glamorous Back Bay at 30 Gloucester and offers the best traditional Mexican food in Boston.

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Carolinevip

Dined 6 days ago

We love this place. Great vibe. The chicken flaytas were exceptional. Service and drinks were on point. Great hidden gem.

Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar

4.6

4.6 (52)

$30 and under

Mexican

Dorchester

About the restaurant

Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar is a neighborhood taqueria that blends a So-Cal cool influence with the rich and vibrant culture and cuisine of Mexico. The Chubbs menu will feature a wide variety of Mexican dishes showcasing the season’s freshest ingredients and traditional Mexican cooking techniques. Frrom the bar: expect a selection of house cocteles like margaritas, palomas, and more alongside a well curated agave list and a host of mexican cervezas. ¡Salud!

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Joe

Dined 5 days ago

Our server Maggie was probably one of the best waitresses we have ever had.

Ghost Pepper Taco and Tequila Bar

4.5

4.5 (244)

$30 and under

Mexican

Dorchester

About the restaurant

WE WILL BE REOPENING ON MONDAY, MARCH 22 @ 4pm

At Ghost Pepper Taco + Tequila Bar we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere of Food, Friends and Fun. Our food and drinks were created with the mindset that an amazing, memorable dining experience can be cultivated in all corners of the world; and capture the dreams and ideals of a neighborhood.

We want every dish and every glass to be filled with “exactly what you wanted” and leave you feeling satiated and fulfilled. The warmth of your local spot, spiked with an international flair and polished with a desire to make each night ‘the best one yet’ is our goal.

Bienvenidos a Ghost Pepper Taco + Tequila Bar!

Top review

Nadia

Dined 4 days ago

The drinks and the food was delicious . 10/10 I recommend especially the drinks.

Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - Fenway

4.4

4.4 (88)

$30 and under

Mexican

Fenway–Kenmore

About the restaurant

LOCO TAQUERIA & OYSTER BAR FENWAY is a funky neighborhood joint located on Brookline Avenue in Boston that specializes in tacos, raw bar, and tequila.

Reservations for Red Sox home games and concerts at Fenway Park are very limited, we reserve most of the restaurant on a first come first serve basis those days.

Top review

Staceyvip

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

Was awesome… heading back this week before another show at MGM. Great all around! :-)

Yellow Door Taqueria - South End

4.5

4.5 (462)

$30 and under

Mexican

South End

About the restaurant

At Yellow Door Taqueria, we are serving up traditional & contemporary Mexican cuisine with a New England Spin. Our traditional tacos each have an individual twist and they're all served on the tortillas we make fresh every morning. We offer a full bar and have a stacked drink menu including several different kinds of Margaritas, an extensive tequila, and mezcal list, as well as carefully craft cocktails. If you're not into the hard stuff, no worries, we have mocktails, Mexican sodas, beer, wine, and more!

This location resides in Boston's South End at the InkBlock apartment community. In addition to being right off of Route 90 and 93, we are steps from SoWa Market, Peter's Park, and so much more! Our original location lives in the heart of Lower Mills, Dorchester.

We are open 7 days a week for dinner & for brunch on the weekends!

Top review

Syna

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Our server Rafi was fantastic. Super patient and helpful. Always had a smile on her face and service was quick and to perfection. Food was delicious and vibe was great. Thanks so much!

Sunset Cantina

4.3

4.3 (83)

$30 and under

Mexican

Fenway–Kenmore

About the restaurant

Sunset Cantina, a Commonwealth Avenue landmark, is right in the heart of Boston University campus center.
We have over 24 drafts available and craft margaritas that will bring you right back to Mexico. We take abuela's traditional recipes and have brought them to your dinner table. Enjoy tequila tastings, your favorite sports game, sizzling fajitas and live entertainment!

We feature comfortable seating, televisions and vintage beer and sports memorabilia on the walls. Whether having girls' night out, Sunday brunch or enjoying trivia with friends, the friendly and helpful staff at Sunset Cantina will make sure the experience is a positive one.

At Sunset Cantina, the full menu is served until midnight each night. Barriga llena, corazon contento!

Top review

Michael

Dined on Sep 14, 2024

Excellent food and great service. Couldn’t ask for more.

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