Lockheart is a Latin inspired restaurant in Boston with a creative menu and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it work equally well for a casual lunch or a longer dinner with a group. We walked into a space that is comfortable and notably quiet for its size, which made it a good option for larger parties or anyone who wants to actually have a conversation without competing with the room. Live music downstairs adds a different dimension to evening visits, and the kitchen stays open until midnight, which makes it a reliable option when other spots have already closed. The nachos are the standout order and the dish most worth building your visit around. They came out loaded and well constructed without collapsing into the pile of soggy chips that ruins most nacho plates. The smash tacos are worth ordering across a few different fillings to get a sense of what the kitchen does well, and the birria tacos in particular have built a following for the depth of flavor in the braised meat and the accompanying consommé for dipping. We tried a few of the other taco options, and they landed on the milder side in terms of seasoning, which was a bit of a letdown compared to the birria. The portion size relative to price also felt a little small on some plates. The ceviche was decent but benefited from some additional flavor, so adjusting expectations on that particular order makes sense. Service was attentive and the pacing of the meal matched the relaxed atmosphere of the room. The staff knew the menu well and offered thoughtful recommendations without being pushy. For a Latin restaurant in Boston that delivers on atmosphere, late hours, and a few standout dishes like the nachos and birria tacos, Lockheart is a solid option worth keeping in mind for a group dinner or a late night meal. read more

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Was looking for a casual night at the bar with my husband and Lockheart was the place. The bartender made a delicious skinny margarita and my husband had the spicy one. We started with the lobster guacamole, it was ok a little mushier and bland for my liking. My husband had the quesadilla and I had two street tacos, they were delicious! Recommend if looking for Mexican fair. read more

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I came expecting big things from this spot. They have a robust taco menu for not being a Mexican restaurant. The options are tacos are vast. Tuna poke, lobster roll, smash burger, pulled pork... so many to choose from. I ended up being disappointed with my selections. The lobster roll was more lobster salad being 75% mayo. I didn't finish it. The smash burger taco was salty. I mean like really salty. It might have been good otherwise. Pulled pork was probably the best taco from my selections. Tuna poke had too much mayo that I could barely taste the tuna. The highlight was the lobster guacamole. I really liked that. For now, I can say I was disappointed by the tacos which was the reason I came initially I will go back and try more dishes though. Service was A+ and there's outside seating. The inside was loud but great AC on a humid night. They also had an open mic night downstairs which looked fun. I will give it another chance but I will not order the tacos again, which is disappointing because they sound so good. read more

Lockheart - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

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Visiting this place for the first time for a team lunch, the restaurant is conveniently located right by the corner, there is a huge parking lot at the back of the building complex. The food options are good for a diverse crowd and it's a nice cozy place to have dinner with family and friends as well. The service was relatively fast and the staff was friendly. Please remind to validate your parking if you are parked behind the restaurant. read more

Lockheart - Caesar Salad - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

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Have now been here twice on a Tuesday for trivia. Both times have had very different trivia questions (dependent on who is asking and creating them) but the food and service has been great both times. We were a party of 7 one time and a party of 8 the other and they were very accommodating when we booked in advance. The drinks and food were on the pricier side. read more

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Had a large women's event here and the ambiance and service was great. Live music was starting downstairs as we left and would be fun to return for. Great food, drinks, and free parking out back. We'll be back. read more

As I indicated with the star count, this place is okay. I can't point to any deal breaker with it. The inside was fairly nice, everything seemed clean and the staff was friendly. The food was probably the part that was just okay. I recall I had a steak and that wasn't bad, but the Mac and cheese was kind of bland. The empanadas were not bad. The standout dish was the Veggie Enchiladas. I would go back for another plate of that. read more

Update! They got mint for the summer and make lovely mojitos :) also had a large group (20+ people) catered and the service was excellent! read more

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Food was very good. $6 taco helps with portion-control. Better for the soul. The service was second to none; we had a lot of fun. But disappointed the open mic was not to be for an event was scheduled instead of which we did not see. But the place was clean and the din not obscene with comfortable seating to soothe the spleen.@ read more

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Highlight of the meal was the Ceasar Salad, which truly set a new standard for all salads everywhere. Tacos were average, however for the amount of filling they have make them quite overpriced. The only comparison I can make for the harvest bowl is cinnamon. alot. of. cinnamon... little strange... Final thoughts: service was good, ambiance was decent, and the food was alright. read more

Lockheart - Korean Brussel sprout, harvest bowl, carne asada tacos - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

Excellent food! Delicious and authentic. We had the chili it was fantastic. The tacos are small and absolutely decadent. Our server was charming and walked us through the menu. We are smiling as we go home. We will be back. Too many things to try. Yummy!!! read more

The food was VERY good, priced very well. Nice ambiance, good service, but the acoustics make having a normal conversation very difficult. Much too noisy and takes away from the experience. read more

Amazing service, great flavors, good prices, kid friendly - we'll be back. The Mac n cheese and Brussel sprout taco were 2 of my favorites. read more

ANGEL is amazing!! Great, honest, and descriptive recommendations! Had a great memory for any changes and all the things we ordered (and we kept ordering new cause his recs were so good!). He pays attention to detail and was just the best. His recs that I had were the carne asada and the Cajun salmon tacos. He recommended the Korea brussel sprout taco which I will definitely try next time! Hubby loved the smoked carnitas and smash taco tacos. Our hostess (I forgot her name) was really great. Great rec on drink (skinny marg with blackberry reduction) which we found out Angel made! Really fun lunch with great staff, delicious food, and well made drinks! read more

All staff was way kinder than expected. Host, bartender, multiple servers checked on us with a welcoming attitude all night long. The menu had some really creative ideas and they were delicious! The space is open and well designed. The Crunchwrap I ate had a beef patty in it and texturally it wasn't the best. It's probably more labor but it would've had a way better bite if it had been ground beef. The cheese sauce was perfection. Kind of disappointed in the dessert menu options - a house made choco taco would've been something to write home about, but not a sundae of bought ingredients. read more

Lockheart - fancy crunch wrap - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

This is SUCH a delicious Southwestern restaurant in Wellesley Square! Definitely my new go to spot when I'm in the area! The menu is so unique, featuring a variety of a-la-carte tacos and other Mexican dishes. My roommate and I came here for dinner on a Tuesday night, coincidentally right in time for their 7PM Tuesday night trivia bash. It was so much fun! We ordered a half portion of nachos to start, which were perfectly sized for two people. The guacamole and queso were both super tasty on the chips. For tacos, we each ordered 3 and this was definitely enough food on top of the nacho appetizer. I ordered the chicken, birria, and smash burger tacos. They were absolutely delicious! The smash burger was definitely my favorite, it tasted like the best big mac I've ever had in my life. The birria was also very good as well- it was my first birria I've ever had and I've been so sad to have been missing out, the brown sugar dipping sauce was great for all 3 tacos. My roommate also got the lobster taco and said it was very good. We will 100% be back over an over again. Dinner and trivia is a MUST here. read more

Lockheart - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

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10/10! Would recommend 100% of the time. Amazing food, staff, services, and atmosphere. read more

Great vibe and super friendly service. Didn't have a full dinner, but my friends enjoyed the chili. Why not 5 stars? I really didn't like the cocktails. I had the Paloma (not balanced at all), their elderflower gin drink (overwhelmingly sweet), and an aperol spritz. My friends enjoyed their espresso martinis. They style themselves as a cocktail bar, though, so I'm afraid that with so many options on the same street, I'll head elsewhere next time. read more

Food was good. Wait staff was excellent. Attentive. Yet left you alone. Portions were right sized - at least for me. I liked that you ordered items individually. You could order 1 taco. Or 3 tacos. Or 6 tacos. Option of outdoor seating. Parking on street or a big parking lot out back. read more

Lockheart - Salmon salad - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

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Came here with a friend because we were in the area. Our drinks were pretty good, on the stronger side, but I liked how the Purple Haze was smoky and not too sweet. The ahi tuna poke bowl was pretty good, and the addition of hot sauces definitely made it better. I personally liked the PBLT taco best, and the baja fish was a classic baja style dish, but felt the short rib taco was somewhat lacking in flavor and I wish it had more sauce. The sliders were probably the best! A nice kick of jalapeño, juicy beef, and crispy melted cheese. I honestly may come back just to get more sliders! Our waitress was pretty attentive, and our waters were always filled. Overall, the restaurant is quaint and cozy, and a pretty affordable dinner spot compared to other restaurants nearby. read more

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Tacos and empanadas were fresh and delicious. Great tortilla on the tacos, some of the best Birria I've had up north. Service was great, nice chill ambience at the downstairs bar. read more

Lockheart - Birria taco, fried chicken taco & spicy marg - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

Our server was extremely attentive, but not overbearing. The vibe of the restaurant was casual with a slight upscale feel. The tables and cushioned chairs were very comfortable and the restaurant seemed trendy and modern. We started with the nachos and they were excellent, the half order was just the right size and amount of toppings for two people. They were not too heavy and the homemade chips were great. My partner ordered the ribeye tacos and I ordered the carne asada tacos. Both were delicious with tender steak, however they both could have used a bit more seasoning/sauce on the tacos. The quality of the ingredients seemed very high though. We also ordered a side of esquites which was a cold street corn salad type of dish and it was excellent and a great compliment to our tacos! Prices were very reasonable for a sit down meal in Wellesley and we feel the food quality matched the prices. We will definitely return! read more

Lockheart is located in the Wellesley Center! Idea for the locals in Wellesley! Our waitress Stephanie L, brought over the water and she noticed that we were not ready to order and said she will be back! That gave us time to order our drinks and apps. The apps, street corn, empanadas , caesars salad and house made guac and chips came out almost immediately after orderings. Everything was fresh! order our tacos , each of us had two tacos and very filling! Good thing we only order two each , we would ended up taking home! The restaurant was very casual nothing to fancy not that noisy! Overall the restaurant was well worth the price of the food. Maybe $$-$$$. Would definitely go there again! BTW: plenty of variety of tacos to choose from. If you dont have apps you may want to order three tacos! Enjoy! read more

The atmosphere is super cool and service was great. I can't give too much of an in-depth review because my boyfriend and I only got drinks at the bar, but the menu looked delicious. We would love to return to try the food! read more

Lockheart - Downstairs dining room - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

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Went on a Friday night because we've heard great recommendations about this restaurant out in Wellesley and we're so glad we did! For a busy Friday night, the staff were very attentive. It wasn't loud or too quiet, just perfect for a fun Friday night catching up with friends. Our table had Erin as our server and she was such a sweet friendly staff! Their menu was so impressive! We ordered a little bit of everything from the menu because they all sounded delicious. Tried spicy margarita & watermelon crush (little boozy watermelon garnish on top was a nice surprise). Also tried rib eye steak, birria, and baja fish tacos which were great, especially the birria taco's consomme was the best I've had out in the east coast so far. Overall 10/10 experience and we'll definitely return for more great foods, drinks and service! read more

Lockheart - Food Menu - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

Decent food and ambience. I do however think restaurants owners need to be thoughtful about serving platters and plates. Why would anyone serve kids food in black painted steel platters. How is that safe? read more

My friends and I went to Lockheart for brunch/lunch. We got the bubble party and two or three tacos each. I liked the steak taco the best, the carnitas and korean brussels sprouts were both a bit soupy but flavors were good. We also tried the PBLT and the birria tacos. We really enjoyed the food and service was pretty quick. The only disappointing thing was that my friend was sitting under a pipe that started leaking water over her. They tried to fix it by wrapping some towels around the leak but it wasn't enough to stop it. They said it was because the sink was being turned on which made us wary that she was getting dripped in dirty dish water. I would avoid sitting along the back wall near the bar on the lower floor in the future. read more

Lockheart - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

This place is what the suburbs need, a downtown city feel without the trip. The tacos are varied to the point where most everyone should be able to find something they're happy with. I really liked the tortilla soup, a great warm up on a cold day. The place is really nicely designed and laid out. I have gone back again and it didn't disappoint. Has a comfortable yet lively (not loud) atmosphere. Definitely pleased it opened and hope it stays! read more

Let me preface this by saying that I sent a message to the restaurant with my concerns via their website. I waited a week and did not get any response. I don't do negative reviews without giving the restaurant a chance to respond privately first. I met a friend for lunch on a Thursday. The space looks nice, quite different than it was as B.Good. I was a bit put off by the animal hide chairs, fake or real, it's an icky vibe. They immediately brought ice water to us without asking. I prefer water with no ice, but didn't say anything. They kept those water glasses filled all the time, honestly, it was a bit much and somewhat intrusive. The server was very nice. My friend and I both ordered the Harvest bowl. It was pretty disappointing. First of all, it's not a bowl. It's like a small rectangular dish. It is very small, really not a meal. It's nice that they have a plant-based offering, but it has no protein. Some roasted chick peas would go a long way in terms of protein and texture. It's just a strange combo of very roasted veggies, brown rice, raw cucumbers and tomatoes and a blob of guacamole. It's like someone decided they should have a "healthy" plant-based item on the menu and then threw in all the things they could think of without considering if they really go together. I can get a much better bowl at Sweetgreen or Life Alive for about the same or less money. I really do not understand why it's so hard for restaurants to put together a decent meal for people not eating meat/chicken. As I mentioned above, I did contact them and ask if they were open to feedback/ideas, but I never heard back. I don't plan to return, there really is not good reason. read more

The tacos were absolutely delicious! I will definitely try some more items on the menu on my next visit. The ambiance was relaxed and casual. read more

This was just not good. It's pretty expensive for what you get and all the food is so bland and yet over salted. The meat also tasted very questionable. Our server was really nice but otherwise would not recommend this place unless you want to get drunk in the basement at 11pm. read more

I'm from Texas visiting my mom for the holidays. She recommended Lockheart, as she has eaten here twice before. Made reservation for 8pm on Friday, January 5th. Was immediately seated, although at one of the two round tables in the center of the restaurant. Personal opinion is that the tables were too close together and that the overall ambiance is negatively affected by the very loud music and low booths. Restaurant is not set up for customers to hold a conversation. Ordered the Chorizo and Shrimp Queso as an appetizer. Chips are just as good as any restaurant in San Antonio. Consistency of the queso was off; top was very watery while the bottom of the cast iron pan had cheese that wasn't melted into a "queso". Good portion for two people at $12. Mom ordered the Short Rib Birria and the PBLT tacos. The birria is made with beef short ribs, so buyer beware that this isn't actual birria. The tortilla did not appear to be dipped in the consommé prior to grilling. She enjoyed both tacos regardless. $6.50 for the birria and $6 for the PBLT. I ordered the Brick Chicken plate. Twice the size of what the server said it was. This is a plate you could split between two people, as I was unable to finish it. It's brined half chicken with roasted Brussels sprouts, carrots, sweet potatoes, and potatoes in a pepper herb glaze. Would definitely order again, but ask for the Brussels sprouts to be cooked a tad longer, to have more than a half inch bite of carrot, and for a side of the herb glaze. Seriously flavorful and a great value at $19! Mom had a Michelob Ultra which was brought with a Stella Artois chalice. Average price for a restaurant at $6. I love rye whisky and jump at the opportunity for a Manhattan. Tried the Black Walnut Manhattan for $15. Would order again or find something off of their seasonal menu. Server was hospitable, but did a poor job describing the food items. Mom asked what her favorite taco was and received a response of "they're all my favorite except for the seafood ones, I'm allergic". Manager brought out our food and was just as hospitable. Would love to try this restaurant again during the weeknight when it is less busy. Keep up the hard work guys! read more

Everything we ordered was absolutely spectacular. Even the dishes we didn't order--watching them go by to other tables--made us wish we had. Case in point: the nachos looked epic. The salads were finely chopped and tossed with a flavorful dressing. The chili had a rich, slightly spicy kick with a unique, almost mole-like depth. The quesadilla starter was generously sized--easily a meal on its own. The chicken was perfectly cooked. And to top it all off, the service was fantastic and incredibly attentive. read more

Liked the bowls. We did take out. The salmon bowl was yummmm!!! The tacos weren't amazing but I think it's because they were cold by the time we got them. They would have been better fresh I'm sure. We will def be back read more

Yelp has 3.5 stars. Which is dead on. Slightly above average. As my girlfriend said, 'it was food'. That's abt all you can say. Really overpriced. Good beer selection though. Just go to Mexicali. read more

Lockheart - Canned shrimp on a taco - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

Great food and atmosphere! I'm picky with my margaritas and I really enjoyed theirs. I loved being able to pick a few tacos a la carte to try different things but was a big fan of the elotes and nachos. Caprese salad is to die for! Sat in the booth and really loved the lighting and being able to people watch and also loved that I'm close enough to watch the TVs that are by the bar. I can say I'm a happy camper, it's a perfect spot to bring friends - this has the official stamp of approval from a California native read more

Lockheart - Caprese & margarita - Mexican Near Me - Wellesley, Massachusetts

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Great place to gather with friends after a long week. Food choices lots of fun. Great taco choices.

I had a wonderful meal last night at Lockhart. The tuna poke tacos were excellent. The lobster guac was delicious and very fresh. Our server, Dea, was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable. I have a sensitivity to cilantro, and she was very careful in guiding me as to what I should order and what I should stay away from. The cocktails were great as well. Overall, a really nice dining experience and we will be back. read more

Fantastic lunch. Great food and atmosphere and outstanding service. A great Wellesley Center lunch and dinner option. read more

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Surprised to find such great comfort food in convivial ambiance at very reasonable prices right in delightful Wellesley center!? Thanks for being there, Lockheart - great job. read more