Surprised at all the negative reviews. We were party of 7 and had a great time there. Love the hidden entrance feel, and the decors inside were interesting. The service was quick and friendly. Drinks were well made and the food is solid. Is it the best food Mexican food around Boston, no, but it was all tasty. Along with the decor and the fact that it felt cozy yet not crowded, just made a cool experience. Will be back. read more

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Me and my friends came here after work and had a 5pm reservation and were seated right away. There was maybe 1 other table here. It is a cute spot, but just a heads up that the entrance is a little hard to find- I thought I had walked in through the back door. The restaurant is actually located in the public alley, not directly on Gloucester Street. The food was really good. I am obsessed with their rice and beans. Everyone seemed to love what they ordered! However, Im taking away two stars because of our service and our waitress. When we sat down, she casually asked, "Can I get you started with chips and guac?" At pretty much every Mexican restaurant I have ever been to, that phrasing implies it is complimentary. At no point did she mention that the guac was an added charge. We later found out we were charged $16 per guac, yes because she brought over TWO (!!) which totaled over $30, which felt really misleading. If something is meant to be an appetizer you are paying for, I expect it to be framed as, "Would you like to order any appetizers?" not presented as a default and free starter. That part left a sour taste in my mouth. I would consider coming back for the food, but I would be much more cautious ordering anything they recommend. read more

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This is a spot for some great authentic Mexican that is not a big touristy spot - its entrance is on a side street, off an alley, with one little sign and a welcome mat. You may accidentally walk right by it, but as soon as you walk inside, it's a memorable and welcoming atmosphere! The staff was super friendly and attentive from the minute we walked in. We didn't get much food this specific visit since we just were stopping in at a in between meal time, so I can't speak to the entrees (though I will say my friend says it's one of her favorite Mexican places in Boston). We got some cocktails and guac. The guac was flavorful and the perfect amount for sharing for 2-3 people. The cocktails all have some type of unique aspect to it. I ordered a margarita but I got the one with lime and cilantro. Not a combination you may necessarily think of but I really enjoyed it. I'd definitely like to come back and get the full meal experience. read more

I've heard this is the longest running Mexican restaurant in Boston so it's been on my list forever. It was even more unassuming than I expected; a literal hole in the wall. The hibiscus spritz was enormous and delicious. So many interesting dishes, a lot of cactus, that you don't often see on menus. We sat at the bar and the bartender was the type of local friendly bartender who'd worked at a bunch of other bars in the area and could give great recommendations. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

Casa Romero - Ensalada de nopalitos - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Make reservations! You don't want to miss this hidden dinner spot near Newbury! We were seated swiftly after giving our name and the servers came over right away to help us. After deciding what to eat, the food came out right on time- perfect spacing between ordering, appetizer, and meal. If you want a pleasurable, quick but not rushed, and fun dining experience, this is the place to go! The restaurant itself is colorfully decorated with traditional hispanic artwork creating an immersive night from the moment you step into the secret restaurant. In addition to the music and lively energy of the customers, the atmosphere was very exciting. The food itself did a great job of serving up delicious flavors and the menu offers a variety of options for everyone. For the price, serving sizes were decent and not overly filling. I highly recommended this spot for when you want to have a nice and special get together with friends or family, but just want something quick and casual or don't want to break the bank. read more

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I don't usually do this but calling this Mexican food is a stretch. "Authentic" is a lie. -The puerco Abodaba had oranges and was so sweet I had stomach issues after. -16 dollars for stale chips is outrageous -service was bad. 20% auto gratuity is fine but not coupled with poor service empty drinks and bad food. -the only decorations were weird masks that weren't from any South American countries I've heard or been to. Putting empty tequila bottles around does not make you a Mexican restaurant. read more

Came here for lunch. As most reviews noted it's not a lot of food given the price. The food itself was delicious! The fajitas could have added a bit of spice to it. It was begging for some heat! Overall it was good. We washed it all down with a Sangria and a Diet Coke. Which was good. The service was a bit rough. Place got packed and only had two servers. Definitely need to get more servers in place! The place itself it's cool! It's basically underground down an alley way. Super cool entrance! Would return if portions were bigger or prices were adjusted. It's hard to justify lunch at $100 for two people. read more

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Casa Romero is an awesome, family-friendly restaurant with great service and a beautiful, colorful interior. The energy in the restaurant is so fun! We love the food, big margaritas and general ambiance. read more

Was excited to try this staple that's been here for over 40 years but left disappointed. We were sat in the very back room, talk about nobody puts baby in the corner! I found it strange instead of putting a big group in the room they decided to put a bunch of 2, and 4 person tables? Once we sat, small room was loud, go to order La Sucia..."oh sorry we can't make that drink tonight." Ah alright, generic margarita it is then. Go to order our main dishes, "ah we are out of the Puerco Adobado" ok how about Carne Asada "we have that but are out of the enchiladas." So I surrendered and just got it without the enchiladas. The Puerco Adobado is listed as their signature dish made since 1972, somehow ran out of it on a Friday at 7pm. Call my expectation rude or unreasonable but I figure if you've been doing this since 1972 you'd know how much you need in terms of supplies for a full weekends service. Overall just an overall mediocre experience and it wasn't even cheap at ~$125/person. Pass for me on what I've been told to be a neighborhood gem. read more

Food was like any other Mexican place in Boston, which means it's not good. Ambiance was nice but there was a strong urine/sewer smell in the main room. However, we were able to move to a smaller corner of the restaurant that didn't stink. Service was dishonest I felt, no mention that refills of soda were not free and the tab tacked on a kitchen fee. What for? Still riding on the coat tails of Covid fees 5 years later, so tacky. If you are hungry and in Back Bay you could find a better spot blindfolded. read more

Small portions, 2 appetizers, 2 sides, stale chips $7. $60 -high prices for what you get.

The first time I went to Casa Romero I couldn't find the door because it is so unassuming from outside, but once inside you are greeted with a lively environment, fun colors, and lovely employees. The food is also delicious - we started with chips and salsa, ate the al pastor tacos and finished with the churros, all of which were excellent. Can't wait to come back! read more

Casa Romero - Al Pastor Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Friday night dinner with my Latina posse. Good food. Waiter was great. Cheesy decor but goes well with the place. - Chips with salsa and guac: Delicious (finally guac with enough salt and lime) - Al pastor taco plate: Delicious - Piñata Margarita cocktail (extra spicy by request): Waiter was skeptical when I told him I wanted it SPICY. I don't blame him. Boston doesn't really do spicy. I'm always underwhelmed by the spicy drinks in this city. But he and the bartender DELIVERED. It was perfect. The place is is definitely on the pricy side. I'd easily have paid 30-50% less for all this in LA. $15 for chips, guac, and salsa is kinda hilarious. But also hard to fault them for this when it's back bay and they know it's hard to find good tacos in Boston. read more

Casa Romero - Tacos Al pastor - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food was no better than Taco Bell. Frajitas came in a ceramic ramekin. No sizzle. Two stars because drinks and service was good

We arrived Friday night at 7:30pm with a reservation and had to wait briefly before being seated. It looked crowded so would probably recommend making a reservation for weekend nights. The interior is cozy, large, and decorations are festive and fun! Service was good. For food, we ordered the guac because so many people recommended it on Yelp. We were pretty underwhelmed as it was just fine. We also ordered the caramelos, chicken enchiladas, and al pastor tacos. Everything was fine but nothing special. We prefer La Neta nearby for Mexican food but it's also a much more casual environment. read more

There is a $4 'kitchen appreciation' charge added to every table. Not for large parties, EVERY table. No thanks! read more

Casa Romero - $4 charge for every table. - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place was great and it's in a nice little corner on the street. Make sure you look for it , as soon as you walk in it's dimly lit. The food portion was great and everything tasted delicious. The margaritas are 10/10 they were worth the $20 price tag. The bartender was attentive and provided quick service. I am coming back here next time I'm in Boston. read more

Completely awful! $20 for a margarita that they claim is made with fresh lime. But tastes like sugar. 2 sips and then all ice! This underwhelming and overpriced restaurant delivers portions of poor to mediocre food. This restaurant has run its course years ago. Don't waste your time and money. read more

Absolutely incredible food and drink that live up the hype! The margaritas were strong and flavorful, and the food was a home run. The guac and salsa were up there with some of the best I've ever had - flavored to perfection, and so fresh. The chicken fajitas were also phenomenal - huge portions, lots of flavor, and presented beautifully. Although it's a bit on the pricier side, it's worth every penny to have some of the best Mexican food you'll ever eat! read more

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I'd to preface this by saying that I did enjoy my experience at Casa Romero and the food was good. There are a few things here or there that took this from a 4 to a 3 to me. That being said, I would definitely recommend this restaurant given how scarce sit down mexicqn is in the area and my entree and drinks were awesome. 1. Price inconsistency. The menu prices floating around online and even the prices in the restaurant were wildly different. By wildly, I mean I saw about 13.50 for chips, salsa, and guacamole online, in person the menu said 17. Margaritas in the main menu said 20 each, on our table with specialty cocktails it said 18. Even two menus in front of me did not have the same price. 2. Food price and quantity. Chips, salsa, guacamole. Chips were cold plain and simple. 17$ for cold chips and good salsa and guacamole is not worth it to me. I would skip them if I go next time. There are local places where you can grab a to go container of fresh chips and equally as impressive salsa and guacamole and save 5$ too. I will say the other appetizers might do better in this area, but it's hard to pass up chips and salsa. My entree the cochinita pibil was awesome and at 25$ I'd get it again. Portions for the pork were perfectly fine. I feel like I could have used more beans and rice. Every other place usually dumps a truck load on the plate, so it was jarring when I had to ration my usage per tortilla. The staff was very friendly and helpful with any questions on the menu. Get a reservation if you go. read more

Casa Romero - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Not easy to find, but after our 2nd attempt we found it! We weren't thinking it would be in an alley! The bartender told us this is the 1st Mexican restaurant in New England. Well, alright then! It's a must try! I started off with the Spicy Pineapple Margarita and never looked back. They use fresh ingredients, never a pre-made margarita mix, which is probably why it was so yummy. It was a weekend, so service was a little slow, but we didn't mind. Sorry for the quality of the photos. The lighting was low and I didn't want to use a flash and disrupt the ambiance. :) We will definitely be back! read more

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My friend and I wanted some Mexican food in Boston and walked in here on a Saturday night, even though it was crowded were able to be seated right away. Upon stepping foot inside we immediately noticed the cute decor and ambiance. They had some great music playing and our server was very friendly. The menu wasn't too big but had everything you could want. I would recommend the enchiladas. Definitely come here, great vibe. read more

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The food was delicious and fresh. Would definitely come back for the steak fajitas and the mushroom quesadilla. The guacamole and salsa dip was very fresh with just the right amount of spice. read more

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Really good, off-the-beaten-path, place for a margarita and Mexican food. Let's put it this way, if you don't know where this place is already, you may not find it .... but the locals will. Vladimir, from South America (), took care of us providing drinks as soon as we sat down. One of us ordered Ceviche, which I never heard of, and it was excellent. The tuna tacos were great. While a bit pricey, this place is good value for money. read more

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Cool location and entrance. It would be really cool bring someone here as a "locals-only hidden gem." It is, however, not a gem. (1) How is the quality of the food? -'Antojito' appetizer quesadilla was fine. A basic quesadilla, too similar to what I make for myself at home. -The mole enchiladas made me sad to eat. One of my favorite foods, this was the worst attempt I have ever seen. The mole sauce was watery, like soup, with little flavor. Two microscopic enchiladas and small portions of beans and rice. I was still hungry after. (2) How is the ambiance? -The ambiance could be very cool. It's a hidden little spot with Mexican inspired art and decorations. But none of the tiles are actual talavera and the murals look like Tex-Mex cartoons. -There was a sewage smell. Certainly a temporary plumbing issue but it was part of my experience. (3) How does it feel to spend money here? -It costs extra for chips and salsa. -It costs extra to split a check. This information is somewhat hidden and this practice is mildly predatory. -The food and drinks are expensive for small portions with disappointing quality. (4) How was the service -Service was good, nothing to complain about. I wanted to love this place. Cool location, cool ambiance, a menu with real mexican cuisine. But the food is bad, it's expensive, and it smelled like sewage during our dinner. read more

Been eating such great food here and at Casa Mexico going back to 1972. Best mole in Mass. in my opinion. read more

This is the second time coming here. Love the decor and atmosphere of the place. It is loud and energetic, so it may be hard to have a quiet conversation with someone. I got the Chicken Enchiladas with mole sauce; love the sauce! Very cool speak easy entrance to the restaurant and it's bigger than it looks at first glance when you walk down to the reception area. read more

Going for years , yet quality has took downside not sure because owner is not around as much but Mole sauce seemed watered down hardly any sesame seeds . read more

We found this restaurant on Yelp and decided to try it out. The menu online is very different from what the menu is now post covid. The menu now is small but enough veggie options. I ordered the following: - Chips/Salsa and Guacamole: loved it. Loved the salsa and the guacamole. Perfectly seasoned and spiced. - Vegetarian Fajitas: the vegetables were actually seasoned well and were delicious. It comes with 3 tortillas, which I finished right away. The combination of rice, beans, different sauces, and the veggies was perfect. The restaurant is a bit hidden and the entrance is through an ally. The service was great and the server kept checking on us frequently. Overall, a great place to dine. Hope they bring back their pre covid menu back soon. read more

Casa Romero - Vegetarian Fajitas - delicious!!!! - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Food did not taste good or fresh, fajitas were barely even warm lol place is incredible underwhelming. One of the worst Mexican places I've ever been to let alone the price. read more

On the "Good-Meh-Suck" scale, this was a solid "Meh". It is hard to justify a close to $185 tab for 3 entrees, 3 drinks, and a appetizer. Very overpriced. $20 margarita was not worth it. The $4 Kitchen charge (that also gets taxed as food!!) is a bit much. Service was good. Food was nothing spectacular. Would I go back? Not a chance. Yes, it is a block off Newbury St and near the Pru so lots of tourists and such. I do not get all the hype. Much better places to go FOR SURE. read more

To eat, we ordered the guacamole/salsa, shrimp fajitas, & al pastor tacos. All of which exceeded expectations! Everything was very flavorful and fresh. For to drink (; we had a glass of Chardonnay and the piñata margarita which were both great. Our waiter was extremely friendly and attentive. We thought the speakeasy feeling entrance was a nice touch too. Overall we were very impressed and will be recommending to others! read more

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Great authentic Mexican food! Loved everything we tried - quesadillas, taco, enchiladas guacamole and salsa great churro awesome - great cocktails cool Atmosphere great service was awesome food was quick and it was busy. They made you feel welcomed and relaxed. read more

Our hotel said Casa Romero is the best Mexican Soeakeasy in Boston- they were spot on. Great location, chill atmosphere and excellent service. Casa has a great selection of tequilas- what an atmosphere! Salsa and Guacamole was excellent- great flavor on Fajitas and the drinks were awesome! Highly Recommend when u come to Boston read more

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Summary: The food and drinks that my party ordered was consistently below average. Avoid unless it's the only Mexican restaurant you can have and you REALLY want Mexican. Drinks: Margaritas were really off - very bland Apps: Ceviche was descent Food: Presentation was good but flavors were bland; uninteresting Dessert: Churros were ok, but the chocolate sauce was Hershey's chocolate syrup; not great. Flan was way too soft My Party's thoughts: Nobody loved their food, but someone said their tacos were decent Service: Probably the beat part, but average ish Decor: decor was nice enough, but the place was humid and smelled moldy, and the temperature control was weird (varies by seating). Rating: 2 Stars (Below Average) read more

expensive and small portions ($20-30 per dish but fine dining portions) no complimentary salsa the place smells musty there are better options in boston! read more

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I absolutely love this restaurant, I met my brother and sister in law for the first time 22 years ago! The food was outstanding and I was so nervous, now we are a family I can't wait to come back for dinner, thanks to all the people who dedicated they time to make this place so unique and comfortable read more

This place is truly a hole in the wall and almost hard to find, but once you're inside the restaurant is bigger than I expected. I recommend getting a reservation as it's a very popular spot. We started with chips, guac and salsa. We got the enchiladas mole and fish tacos. Both were delicious. I got a spicy margarita which was a little too spicy for my liking due to the number of jalapeños they put in it, but that's personal preference. Overall, it was a great dinner spot and would recommend it read more

To be fair the service is great and so was the guacamole. However, the food is probably some of the worst Mexican food I have ever had. It lacked so much flavor and the chicken could not have been more dry. Tried adding a salt; couldn't fix. The chicken was dry and there was way too much salsa verde drowning the enchiladas (didn't make the chicken any better). The beans and rice were also not good. And it's extremely overpriced. read more

Off a public alleyway is this hidden gem. The appetizers and entrees tasted so good. The salsa and guacamole tasted really fresh. Our table's favorites were the carne asada fajita and mushroom quesadilla. The service and ambiance were great. Finding parking in this area is near impossible and they won't seat your table unless the whole party arrives so be mindful of that. read more

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