Hole in the wall yet authentic looking restaurant. In summary, food is good but would not recommend…read moresketchy business. We were recommended by a friend to try this place since their food is apparently pretty good in Waltham, so we gave it a try. I was really looking forward to trying, but there were a lot of bad impressions accumulated towards the end of our visit. 1. When we arrived, there were only 2 wait staff, so it took about 5 minutes for them to seat us. We just thought maybe it's just a small run business, so nothing too big of a deal. 2. When we decided what to get, no one checked in with us and even with us trying to get their attention, it took about 10 minutes for us to place our order. Maybe it's just that they don't have enough staff today, but there also weren't that many customers.. 3. The food took 20 minutes to come for our table of 2, so by now we've been in here for over half an hour! Food is again good. The only noticeable thing is the black burnt marks on the birria, which had a sour bitter taste to it. 4. When we paid, we handed the credit card, which they processed on their tablet. As we waited to then select the tips and sign the tablet, they already MANUALLY SELECTED 25% TIPS WITHOUT TELLING US! I totally get it if their service was top notch to the point where they deserve a fourth of our dinner cost, BUT THIS WAS NOT THE CASE!! If we didn't ask for the receipt, we wouldn't even know that they frauded us! If you have enough money for them to select the tips for you, as you gamble on their service quality, then sure give it a try. But I'm not coming back for a business that tries to steal my money via tips!

I've been coming here off and on for 15 years and the food is as good as as it was 15 years ago the…read morepricing has been consistent. It's definitely affordable. If not on the borderline of cheap the service is good. It's been updated where you order right on a tablet with the staff the ambulance is the same. It's a little outdated, but it's still warm and cozy and all the food choices. I've had are delicious the salsa and chips they give you that they make fresh daily is delicious. They have a good assortment of Different sodas and cocktails. I would recommend anyone.

Tacos were fresh and delicious. Looking forward to trying other dishes next time…read more It gets busy so you'll most likely have to wait. Took us 20 minutes for a table.

Good tacos, especially for the Boston area! I got the carne asada tacos especiales and they were…read morereally good. The tacos themselves were just alright but the hot sauce it came with made them taste soo much better. The interior of the restaurant is really small and even though we came at a weekday, it was still crowded so be prepared to either wait or grab takeout instead.

The kitchen is gluten free... you heard me correct, you don't have to worry about the menu, it's…read moreGF! This is one of my favorite places on Moody. The atmosphere is so cozy and warm, the food is fantastic, and the staff is super friendly. You can get cheaper Mexican food in Waltham for sure, but in such a nice restaurant atmosphere. The street tacos are off the charts, and they have Taco Tuesdays with special tacos that aren't usually on the menu. Also love the pork belly quac!

Still my #1 favorite Mexican restaurant. They're consistently delicious and their takeout is great…read more They have a lot of options to their family pack meals, which is fantastic. Of course enchiladas are still my favorite, they are verde sauce is excellent. I also like the way they pack their chips so they don't get grease everywhere and stay fresh and warm. The guac portions are huge! And the road that also is a must! They also have margaritas, mixers, and cocktails to go! Outdoor seating for the summer. Some parking on moody but better to find a side street.

This is one of my favorite spots. Everything is delicious - the pupusas, tacos, steak. So good!read more

I found this place to be quite cozy. The service was also nice. The food, however, left me wanting…read more I had the chicken quesadillas. I found it to be average in flavor. It felt like something that i could assemble myself. The sauce and the sour cream were also normal. Nothing bad, but also nothing great.

The Painted Burro was great, I really enjoyed my meal here…read more I grabbed a couple of tacos, and was pleasantly surprised with the quality. The flour tortillas tasted especially fresh, and were way more substantive than what I'm used to for other soft shell tacos. Plus the ingredients in each taco were fantastic; I got the pork carnitas and the chicken, and definitely recommend each (the pork in particular was amazing). The space itself was also nice, it felt modern and inviting. The bartenders were all fantastic, very friendly and constantly on the move while covering the impressively long bar. Everyone seems to recommend this place if you're staying in the area, and it's clear why. You'll find good food and drinks here.

Excellent vibes indoors (although loud) and outdoors with good seating and lighting…read more Excellent food bursting with flavor and plenty of menu options. Very friendly and welcoming staff both at the front desk and serving the meals.

Service is great and drinks are very yummy! Definitely try the queso if you stop by it's insanely…read moregood.

I like this place the service was curt and friendly the food was tasty and warm the drinks were…read moregood and the value was excellent free parking in the rear and a nice relaxed vibe inside.

** Updating previous review with more tapas rankings **…read more Yuca Frita (9.5/10): These are so freaking delicious, wow. The cilantro aioli was an amazing dipping sauce. They really are fried to perfection. Frituras de Maiz: (10/10): Wow, these fritters are also amazing. They come with such a rich sauce. The fritters are exploding with flavor. Cazuela de Coliflor Asada (9/10): Insanely good dish. The cauliflower has perfect texture, complemented by the pistachios. The sauce is SO good. The cauliflower soaks it up so well. Chicharrones (9/10): Melt in your mouth pork belly. The pork skin crust was perfect. The sauces really make most of the dishes here. This dish is no different - I loved the sauce. Ropa Vieja (9/10): Perfectly slow cooked meat. One thing that really stood out to me was actually the white rice. The rice was VERY high quality, and I appreciated it so much. It's rare to come by rice this good. It had the perfect texture, chew, and fragrance. Ropa Vieja de Hongos (9/10): Pretty much the same as Ropa Vieja above. The mushrooms are delicious, and the dish is just as good whether your order the mushroom or steak version. Empanada del Carne (9/10): Oh man, the crusts are so good. This is pretty on par with the ones I just had in Puerto Rico. Chuletas de Cordero (8/10): The seasoning is heavenly. I was licking the lamb chops clean. Croquetas (8/10): Very solid croquetas. Wouldn't say it's a must-order, but you can't go wrong with them. Costillas a la Guayaba (6/10): The first time I had this it was really nicely marinated, and the rib meat is so tender that it almost falls off the bone. The second time, the meat was dry. Maduros con Tocino (6.5/10): This dish was pretty good, but got overshadowed by the other ones. Pulpo (6.5/10): Octopus was tender and savory. The potatoes were too salty. Camarones a la Plancha (6.5/10): Solid dish, but I enjoyed some other ones even more. Ensalada de Aguacate y Pina (6/10): The salad was a bit too sour, and that sourness overpowered the dish. It was a great blend of ingredients, though. *** and one dessert *** Churros con Chocolate (8.5/10): Big crunchy fluffy churros!! The chocolate sauce is amazing (not really spicy at all). You have to get this for dessert!!

Had a great dinner. 4 stars instead of 5 only because the service was a bit slow. They had plenty…read moreof runners but not enough folks taking orders. The sliders, which were not on the menu, were fantastic. The beef empanadas were good. The beet salad was excellent. The mushroom balls were good. Tres leches very good. I'd recommend. Nice place inside. Parking close by.

Still impressed with this Guatemalan / Mexican place. The shrimp enchiladas was decent, though…read moreperhaps too creamy and the shrimp weren't identified as clearly as it should have been. The Chile Relleno Chapín was tasty, though the pepper could have tasted more like a bell pepper, and then then beef could have been more differentiated. The Molcajete De Mariscos was varied with a bunch of different seafood types, and though tasty, probably a bit salty. The tortilla chips were warmed and fresh as always, and the tortillas were soft and a nice complement to the meal. As always very good food! And nice atmosphere as well.

Came for a weekday lunch and ordered a lengua taco and chicken enchilada combo and a steak burrito…read more The food was not good: the meat was tough and sparse in both dishes, the flavors bland, even the hot sauce was not that spicy or flavorful. The horchata was fine. The restaurant was almost empty when we visited, so maybe the food is better during a busier time. Service was nice but inefficient. Interior is nicely decorated and spacious. We were interested in trying the tripe soup but found on the menu that it's only available on weekends. Given the toughness of the meats though, I'm not angling to come for the tripe anytime soon.

Delicious food, maybe a bit too spiced (salt, heat, etc)…read more Generous portions, fast friendly service, and a bustling warm eat-in area. Definitely better than your average burrito place.

The food here was pretty good I ate a burrito and it was better than I expected. The menu has some…read moreunique burrito toppings potato that I haven't seen before and it was such a pleasant surprise. However for 11 dollars for a small burrito it was a little expensive and the burrito fell apart at the seams really easily. Nevertheless the food was really good and I would recommend. I also enjoyed the wall art and thought it added plenty personality to the restaurant.

Went here tonight with my son. Our waitress was attentive and kind, as was the gentleman who…read morebrought us our food. I am originally from Southern California, and the food was as good or better than many of my favorite spots back home. I got the carne asada torta, with a shrimp taco. Everything was delicious; fresh and so flavorful! The salsa had a great kick and was obviously made in house, as well as the chips. I will definitely be back with the rest of my family. Can't wait to try other items on the menu!

A gem of a restaurant. This is a true family business. Everyone here is kind, welcoming, and proud…read moreof what they do. The food is just as good as the service! Even the chips are superb. They came with three delicious sauces to try. I got a burrito which was lightly toasted on the outside - yum! Highly recommend!