Food was ok, very filling. Staff is nice but service was a bit slow. Didn't like the salsa. read more

La Qchara - Choriqueso Arepa - Latin American Near Me - Beverly, Massachusetts

Fantastic food, incredible service from the bartender and such a fun vibe! We thoroughly enjoyed it. Tacos are relatively inexpensive on taco Tuesday. The only thing I will say is the social media for this location made it seem like the tacos were a dollar and they were 2.95 - which is still so amazing and cheap! Im not sure if it was a mistake on the food influencers video about it but it will not be stopping us! Already planning our next trip back. read more

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**Food Review: La Qchara, Beverly, MA ** Translating to "The Spoon," La Qchara's menu is a vibrant celebration of tradition and culinary passion, perfectly situated at 275 Cabot St in Beverly. **Drinks** : The evening began on a high note with a selection of drinks that could rival any festive occasion. The margarita, expertly crafted, was a highlight--perfectly balanced and packed with flavor. The mojito, sangria, and Aperol spritz were also well-received, each adding a unique twist to our drink choices. **Appetizers** : The yucca balls were an immediate hit. Often overlooked, yucca was transformed into delightful, crispy bites that echoed the comforting essence of potatoes, deserving a 9/10. The queso dip followed suit with its indulgent cheesy goodness and flavorful meat--a solid 8/10. **Main Courses**: - **Quinoa Bowls** : An absolute star of the evening, the quinoa bowl was adorned with mangoes and plantains, offering a refreshing twist to the nutritious base. Whether topped with chicken, salmon, or shrimp, this dish was a unanimous 10/10. - **Arepas** : These 100% homemade corn flour buns were a testament to freshness and quality. Filled with either shrimp and avocado or shredded beef and avocado, they were a joy to savor, scoring a well-deserved 9/10. - **Enchiladas Mole** : The gluten-free chicken enchiladas draped in mole sauce were competent, though they lacked the depth typically expected of mole, landing at a 6/10. - - **Sizzling Fajitas** : A vibrant and interactive dish, the fajitas (available in various proteins) came alive with mango accents. While delicious, they required prompt attention to prevent the chicken from overcooking, rated 8/10. **Dessert** : No Mexican dining experience could conclude without churros, served here with chocolate sauce. Though slightly overdone, they still managed to provide a sweet, satisfying end to our meal, rated at 6/10. **Overall Impressions** : La Qchara in my book gets an overall food rating of 8/10, ambiance at 6/10, and affordability at 8/10, it's a beacon of quality and authenticity in the North Shore dining scene. A return visit isn't just an option; it's a necessity for anyone craving genuine and spirited flavors. **Food Review: La Qchara, Beverly, MA ** Translating to "The Spoon," La Qchara's menu is a vibrant celebration of tradition and culinary passion, perfectly situated at 275 Cabot St in Beverly. **Drinks** : The evening began on a high note with a selection of drinks that could rival any festive occasion. The margarita, expertly crafted, was a highlight--perfectly balanced and packed with flavor. The mojito, sangria, and Aperol spritz were also well-received, each adding a unique twist to our drink choices. **Appetizers** : The yucca balls were an immediate hit. Often overlooked, yucca was transformed into delightful, crispy bites that echoed the comforting essence of potatoes, deserving a 9/10. The queso dip followed suit with its indulgent cheesy goodness and flavorful meat--a solid 8/10. **Main Courses**: - **Quinoa Bowls** : An absolute star of the evening, the quinoa bowl was adorned with mangoes and plantains, offering a refreshing twist to the nutritious base. Whether topped with chicken, salmon, or shrimp, this dish was a unanimous 10/10. - **Arepas** : These 100% homemade corn flour buns were a testament to freshness and quality. Filled with either shrimp and avocado or shredded beef and avocado, they were a joy to savor, scoring a well-deserved 9/10. - **Enchiladas Mole** : The gluten-free chicken enchiladas draped in mole sauce were competent, though they lacked the depth typically expected of mole, landing at a 6/10. - - **Sizzling Fajitas** : A vibrant and interactive dish, the fajitas (available in various proteins) came alive with mango accents. While delicious, they required prompt attention to prevent the chicken from overcooking, rated 8/10. **Dessert** : No Mexican dining experience could conclude without churros, served here with chocolate sauce. Though slightly overdone, they still managed to provide a sweet, satisfying end to our meal, rated at 6/10. **Overall Impressions** : La Qchara in my book gets an overall food rating of 8/10, ambiance at 6/10, and affordability at 8/10, it's a beacon of quality and authenticity in the North Shore dining scene. A return visit isn't just an option; it's a necessity for anyone craving genuine and spirited flavors. read more

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Just had a meal here before seeing a show at The Cabot. It was hopping! Justin, Georgina, Isabella & Izabella were attentive and super pleasant! The queso fundido and chicken empanadas were excellent. The chipotle chicken chimichanga is online item - but they happily made it in house in request. It was as deliciousas it was HUGE! And whatever you do - don't skip the churros! read more

La Qchara - Chipotle chicken chimichanga - Latin American Near Me - Beverly, Massachusetts

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After a fun hike on the North Shore, we were hungry and felt like delicious Mexican food. Naturally I searched for a place on Yelp. La Qchara popped up and we didn't hesitate. Parking was super easy in downtown Beverly. We were greeted by a friendly face as soon as we walked in. It wasn't as busy so we got to choose where we sat. The ambiance was calm and quiet which we ap We ordered an app- Tequenos. Never had these before and I cannot wait to have them again. It was similar to a mozzarella stick but better. The house chips and salsa they brought out was spiced perfectly and the proper thickness. And the chips....yummmmm. My hubby had two pineapple margaritas and he enjoyed them. I was the DD so I only had a little taste. I said "man, too bad this place isn't closer, those are so tasty." For our entrees, we had the shrimp fajitas and mole chicken enchiladas. Both things were spot on. The mole was a little on the sweeter side but I didn't mind. They also brought out more than enough tortillas for the fajitas which is rare. Overall, this place was welcoming, the service was quick and friendly, and the food was delicious. We cannot wait to come back! read more

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We went for lunch based on great reviews. Maybe our expectations were set too high, it wasn't bad by any means but we also aren't rushing back. We sat at the bar -- the bartender was great, friendly and helpful and made good margaritas. I had a mango salad, my husband had arepas - both were okay but we agreed that neither of us would order them again, so ...... I hope they do well since it's obviously a family business and a decent location! read more

Been here a couple of times. The owners are great people and I really appreciate that it is a small business family owned place. They have a lot of dishes from different Latin American cuisines and the ones I have tried have been great! Portions tend to be a little small but the food is great. Very authentic. read more

OK...I'm in this neighborhood twice a week and have passed this place over (for no real reason) several times....well, that was a HUGE mistake!!! OMG!!! Cute little casual restaurant, small bar, a dozen tables, clean, welcoming staff and atmosphere Ben was a delight to deal with, an asset to this restaurant for sure. I was in a very indecisive mood tonight...He made suggestions and gave me the space to decide all while being there and attentive . He was efficient, friendly, professional, and patient (and makes a tasty Margarita!!!) The Quesso Funditio was fantastic!!! Pipping hot bubbly cauldron of cheese came to the table with some warm white corn tortillas. Charred and chewy on the bottom and perfectly creamy on the top, studded with fresh jalapeños and chorizo...Yummy!!! Dining by myself I could only sit and think about my Fundito-loving friends, of which I have several, and when I can take them here... Birria Garnacha was next...Rich Birria Stewed Beef on top of a thick creamy Arepa, with Salvadorian Curtido and fresh Guacamole and napped with the Birria Consommé... soooo freaking good!!! Two well crafted Margaritas to accompany and my only regret is not trying a dessert I will certainly be a future regular here!!! read more

La Qchara - BIRRIA GARNACHA...freaking delicious!!! - Latin American Near Me - Beverly, Massachusetts

I rarely make reviews, but I felt compelled to do so after my first visit to La Qchara. The staff was very friendly and its a very small but low-key restaurant. The food was absolutely amazing. I had the Carne Asada which came with brown rice, black beans and guacamole. It was amazing. The carne asada had that perfect authentic smoky / charred flavor to it and it was very tender. My wife had the fish tacos, which I'd rate a 4 out of 5 because the "fish" taste was a little too subtle, but with the sauce it was still pretty darn tasty. I also had a mango mojito which I honestly wasn't expecting it to have a spicy kick, but that was also really good. Definitely a must if you're in the area and wanna try something new! read more

La Qchara - Carne asada with brown rice, black beans, guacamole and flour tortillas. - Latin American Near Me - Beverly, Massachusetts

This food was so excellent. So flavorful and tasty!! Best plantains too. If you're craving South American vibes this is your place, they also offer take out which we did. We will definitely be back read more

This place was so great! My wife and I went at weird time 3pm so it was quiet. But the staff was very friendly and most importantly the food was great! My wife got a chicken torta and I got the waitresses recommendation. I wish I remembered what is was but it was very tasty! I'm excited to go back in the future. read more

So delicious My friend & I both has the portobello mushroom quesadilla. It was filled wish the most delicious & fresh flavor. The yuca fries were amazing too. This is such a great added addition to Beverly's restaurant scene. read more

Got the rice bowl with roasted veggies as the protein along with garlic cilantro sauce from their food truck. The problem was with the roasted veggies; they weren't. The sliced red & green bell peppers & onion, diced carrot & tomato were 100% raw. I prepare vegetables every way there is for myself & my vegan wife. Don't say roasted when they definitely didn't see any heat. read more

Ordered the Birria Garnacha and it did not disappoint! I have ordered from the other location in Melrose a few times and it is always delicious! This location is a great lunch spot in the heart of downtown Beverly! Service was great as well! read more

La Qchara - Birria garnacha - Latin American Near Me - Beverly, Massachusetts

It's amazing to me that this restaurant- less town is blessed with three killer Mexican restaurants. I ordered the birria tacos and they were killer. Almost as good as mine. The mango salad was also tasty. Is this place new?! Bc it's a welcome addition to the food desert of Beverly MA. read more

Shredded beef meal with plaintains was excellent. Breakfast eggs with yucca/cassava as base was also amazing...really well done. The only item that we probably wouldn't order again is the Tres Leches French toast. I should say this is in deep fried oil and tastes like fried churros. Condensed milk was served on the side. If you like deep fried French toast with cinnamon, than this might be something you enjoy. Overall, the food was really good. Would have given it a 5 if the French toast wasn't deep fried..or at least the menu stated this. I would return again. read more

Delicious authentic Latin American food, great service and good prices! Pleasant ambiance and good music!! We'll definitely be back!!

We stumbled upon this place on New Years Day when other places were closed. The food here is amazing. I ordered the carnitas taco trio with sweet plantains and it hit the spot. The specialty holiday drinks were delicious too - with tasty and aesthetic garnishes. The service was attentive and helpful. The only recommendation I'd give to them is for dinner time, to lower the lights if possible and maybe the music a bit to invite more dinner customers. The place is super cute and I could see it having even more success if they're able to do that but otherwise, I'll absolutely be back again. read more

First time going and the food was great as well as the service!! Will definitely be coming back! Also, the spicy marg is absolutely delicious! read more

I am long overdue for finally leaving a glowing review for Beverly's absolute gem of a restaurant, LaQchara. For us it has become a go-to stop for authentic, fresh Latin food. My family and I have dined here 6 or 7x this year, and can say that the food is consistently super-fresh and delicious. The prices are extremely reasonable for well-prepared, perfectly seasoned food in a comfortable space. If you like your food spicy or a little more tame, the servers and hosts will help you decide what's just right for your palate. We always enjoy the staff, who are pleasant and helpful. It can be hard to find really good salads locally, not to mention house-made delicious dressings. Taco Tuesdays, arepas, amazing burritos and bowls, all with multiple options including plant-based, gluten-free and vegan options. Also dear to my heart is a place that always serves perfectly ripe avocados! The menu offers a wide range of choices, from small plates and sandwiches to entrees. Everything here is made from scratch, beginning with the salsa and warm chips served when you arrive. And wait - I almost forgot to mention the cocktails! LaQchara serves memorable, potent and well-crafted drinks and mocktails. My personal favorite is the Hot Lips Margarita, made with house chile-infused tequila. Definitely has a kick to it, but for me the spice and heat are perfectly balanced. You will not be served a watered-down beverage made from a mix here! Next time you're looking for a bite to eat, remember LaQchara right on Cabot St, across from the Cabot/Worthy Girl. Uncommonly reasonably-priced, and perfect for dining in or takeout! Highly recommended! read more

Taco Tuesday! Delicious food and good value for money. Have recommended to my family and will be going back soon read more

La Qchara - Chicken, pork & beef tacos - Latin American Near Me - Beverly, Massachusetts

Feee chips and salsa, nice and bright, friendly staff, delicious food, and good views of downtown Beverly. I would return. read more

La Qchara - Latin American Near Me - Beverly, Massachusetts

This place definitely has five star food and service, but I really struggle to give that fifth star for a very simple reason: price transparency. Unfortunately this restaurant has chosen to go down the surprise-fee path of boosting prices .... a "kitchen appreciation fee" of 4% added onto your meal at the end without any forewarning. While I understand that this is intended to give the kitchen staff a living wage and rewards for their efforts, I feel that this is a disingenuous practice that adds a hidden price to the food. I'm definitely somebody who usually gives generous tips, but in this case I felt the need to subtract the value of the kitchen appreciation fee from my tip. I would prefer that they just raise the prices by 4% and be transparent about the need to charge more up front, because that's effectively what this does. A "compulsory tip" or any such hidden fee , no matter what you call it is not a tip at all, and leaves a really bad taste in my mouth. It's unfortunate that this place chose to do this because otherwise it's absolutely five stars. read more

Great food, great prices. Lots of good options for vegetarians. Loved the arepas and yucca fries.

So I went to La Qchara for my birthday, and it happened to be Taco Tuesday. This is my first time coming here. I ordered three tacos.At $2.95 each. My meal started with some very tasty salsa and fresh chips. I bought two chicken and one pork taco. They were soft tacos and for the price well worth it. read more

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Love this place! Cute space, excellent service and delicious food. Came here for my son's birthday lunch and we all enjoyed our food. Love this new addition to the Beverly restaurant scene! We will be back soon for dinner and drinks. read more

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Very good, fast, friendly. Empanada was especially good. Fajitas, churros would also have again. Delicious coconut mojito.

Ordered delivery via the Toast app today after hearing they recently opened in Beverly. My friend has been raving about the food at the Melrose location. It did not disappoint! I got the Pabellón criollo, a Venezuelan dish with deliciously seasoned shredded beef, rice, stewed beans, and sweet plantains. It was so fresh and flavorful! My wife got arroz con pollo that came with a bunch of veggies on top. Also very fresh and tasty! We also got the yucca fries that were crispy outside and soft inside with a great dipping sauce. Fried plantains were also ordered as an app and were crispy, well seasoned and came with a very tasty dipping sauce. Overall, this place is a 10/10! It's a standout among the glut of sub-par Mexican joints in Salem, Beverly and the surrounding area slinging the same 'ol stuff. This is a Latin American joint, so they are serving up more than just Mexican food. Can't wait to try it again soon! read more

Food was ok and expensive, service nothing out of the ordinary and the ambiance was not bad just a coffee shop with a full kitchen

The best Mexican food in north shore area. This's a small restaurant but the food it's so tasty. I love the food there. I go back any chance I get. read more

Great food, decent prices, good taco tuesday(!!!), service can be slow considering how little the restaurant is but nothing truly to stop me from coming back several times. read more

Es muy delicioso. Came here with my pal B Hip. When we sat down we were greeted by a very friendly waitress who was attentive and affable the entire time. B Hip got a chicken torta (sandwich) and I got a chipotle chicken bowl (not a sandwich). We both enjoyed what we had and had zero complaints. This was actually B Hip's sixth time coming here and he said this was, in his words, "B Hip likes what he tastes and B Hip knows taste." I told B Hip to shut up and to stop talking in the 3rd person. He told me, "B Hip will think about it." During our time at this wonderful little restaurant B Hip and myself talked about an array of topics from the recently departed Toby Keith, to how cancer is a sucky way to go, and even how the words "murder suicide" really rolls off the tongue. B Hip pressured me to get back on the dating scene but I reminded him that it's not so easy when you're in your 40s. B Hip agreed and even double downed in saying that 40 year old men are the creepiest age range of men. Especially single men. We then discussed if whether one of us appears like a creepy 40 year old. We both shrugged and then made sinister but fun jokes about the nearby Montserrat art school students. Now why am I talking about my conversations with B Hip? How does this relate to a super duper recommendable and finger licking good restaurant? Well, do you think we'd be having such well-rounded discussions at a subpar or even mildly delicious restaurant? I don't think so. If there's one thing to know about B Hip it's that, in his words, "B Hip gets it in and gets it out like nobody's business." If that doesn't summarize this review up well then I don't know what to tell ya. read more

Chicken Mole is our usual test of a Mexican restaurant. La Qchara passes with flying colors! Dee-licious! The spicy Margarita was also extraordinary! Terrific service as well. What's not to love? read more

A nice gem added to Cabot St. The food, the drinks and service were amazing!. The ambiance is relaxed, the music was at the perfect volume where you are able to enjoy the music while you dine and have conversations without having to yell. Best of all super reasonable price for the quality and quantity of the food. FYI, there is a 4% fee for the kitchen added to your bill. It's posted on their menú and after eating very bite of our food, it is definitely well deserved! Will definitely come again. read more

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Margarita tasted like ice with a scant amount of lime juice. No tequila. The shrimp fajitas consisted of 3 shrimp and a small amount of sautéed peppers and onions. The fajita tasted like someone spilled 1/2 salt in it. I could not even eat it. You would think you'd get more for 24.95. The guacamole was brown. I mentioned all of this to the waitress mentioning it was not her fault but I thought the managers should know. I left all my food, except for the 3 shrimp in touched. The bill came and nothing was taken off. The waitress did not even offer if I'd like to order anything else b/c I had not eaten my meal. In my opinion, this was a case of poor management. At least try to make your guests happy when newly opened. Off on the wrong foot. read more

This was the perfect spot for a pre-concert dinner at The Cabot. We went early on a Sunday evening and got the last table. Service was very attentive at the start, but once we had our food and drinks, the waitstaff never came back. I was going to order another beverage but was never given the chance, and we had to put our hand up to get attention when we wanted the check. Other than the inconsistent service this was a nice meal. I had a very good pineapple mango salad with pork. My husband had a bowl with salmon. My coconut margarita was delicious. I would eat there again if I go to another show. read more

We stopped by for lunch/brunch before a show at the North Shore Music Theater. The food was excellent! There were brunch and lunch choices, and option to either fill you up or help you feel like you made a healthy choice. Everything was fresh and well-seasoned. The staff were friendly and the ambiance was cheerful. If we find our way to Beverly again, we'll be back! read more

Got takeout from La Qchara Beverly last night and we loved everything we got! Quesadillas, and a couple of different bowls- so fresh and delicious. We are planning to dine-in soon! read more

I have been excited to try this place since I heard they were coming to Beverly, and excited for more central/South American cuisine options in town. First visit did not disappoint! Started off with the yuca frita and guasacaca sauce - delicious! I got the Pabellón Criollo - excellent flavors all around. My husband got the Pujol bowl - mango was fresh and the sweet plantains were a nice addition. Lots of healthy options and nice I can come back with my kid who has a gluten allergy, as most of the menu appears to be gluten-free. Plenty of vegetarian options as well. Portions weren't too massive which was good since we got an appetizer...I'd probably get another bite or two to share next time. Service and ambiance were good. Nice to have a spot that can be both a date spot and/or a casual bite to eat. I'd definitely try it for takeout too. Definitely will be back - and welcome to the neighborhood! read more

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I'm not sure why Yelp has a few different La Qchara listings but this is an old one with one bad review. Just to offset that review, we put our review here. We had a very pleasant time at La Qchara. This is a Mom and Pop family restaurant, specializing in Central and South American food. The Cerviche was an Asian fusion with a delightful cilantro sauce. My husband had a chicken burrito and we go try Yucca fries, which were crunchy and wonderfully soft on the inside. I had a vegetales and chicken quinoa bowl (it actually had a different name but I can't find the most current menu on Yelp). It was full of freash vegetables and the quinoa was in a spicy sauce. For drinks, I had a delicious hazy IPA on draft and my husband settled for a Corona. Delicious, healthy food at a reasonable price. read more