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Overall a quality spot, especially for Boston! I can't comment on the crispness of the tacos since I got them to-go, but a hefty serving of consome came on the side which is always appreciated. The tacos were loaded with meat that was extremely tasty. The corn was overcooked and soggy, but had flavor on top. My order was ready within 10-15 min and pickup was easy. Overall, Would go again. maybe dine in next time.
I still love rincon, but looking at the prices and visiting some other spots around town, $5 for an al pastor taco is high. The food is good, but not sure if it's worth the price with so many other Mexican spots around. Seems like the prices and the amount of food do make the most sense.
The best Mexican place on Broadway. The food and drinks are amazing. The staff are super friendly and the service is great.
One never understands how spoiled they are until they are removed from the source that enables it. Good and authentic Mexican cuisine is about everywhere in California and any state close to the border. So readily available from pop-up street stands to just about every hole in the wall that you just never even think about it...until you move away from it. It's been a repeated letdown since I got here a year ago with just about everywhere missing the point of how great Mexican cuisine actually is. Here, this little spot spoke to me with one staple dish that I religiously consumed in California almost *every* Sunday afternoon. It's something I've always loved and the way my energy levels significantly elevate after a hearty bowl further drove the cravings. So yesterday, after not having menudo since my move to Massachusetts last year, I finally searched for the first legit place open for Sunday lunch and found Rincon Mexicano. I read a little bit on the background of the business and felt convinced of their authenticity. As always, a good practice back in California is to *CALL* first to make sure they are not sold out before showing up. So I called and was glad to hear that they still had good amounts of it (and found out later they served it ALL day, everyday - epic WIN). While a little different from the spots I frequented in California, their flavors were still spot on with the few dishes I've tried so far. All I can say is that their menudo is reason enough for me to come back every week and I'd recommend them to anyone who asks me about Mexican cuisine in the area. Thank you all for the great food and fantastic service!
I was super excited to try Rincón because I've been on a journey of finding the best Birria Tacos in Boston. I've gone to Jalisco and Orale already so Rincón was on my list! The service and workers were all super sweet and nice so I'm super sad I didn't enjoy my food after seeing the raved reviews :( Quesabirria: 3.8/5 The birria was stuffed and crispy, but I think overall it needed more flavor and salt. The meat and cheese was there, but if there was more salt in the consome and meat it be perfect no doubt. Everything was very subtle and I didn't get that boom of flavor from the consome or meat Al Pastor & Chicken Tacos: 2.5/5 I'm not sure what was different when I went, but the flavor was bit underwhelming. The Al pastor was for sure better than the chicken, but the chicken was a bit bland and I had to use the sauces to help me get through. My experience was a bit disappointing because I was really excited, but everything I got wasn't flavorful. Im going to try again though and give them another shot because they were super sweet
Really fantastic authentic Mexican food here! This part of Somerville has some amazing food, and Rincon Mexicano is one of the best I've tried in the area. Ambiance is nice and casual and the service is very fast. Chips and salsa for the table right away and lots of sauces that they bring that you can try. Birria tacos - can't go wrong. Savory, fatty, dripping with flavor. Love dipping these in the stew. Fantastic dish. Baja shrimp tacos - super good. Bursting with flavor, both filling and refreshing. Can't wait to come back here and try some of the other dishes like the wet burritos. There are alcoholic drinks for purchase as well and a cool looking bar.
Classic Mexican food done right! I'm from California and it's been hard to find a solid place for Mexican in Boston but Rincon does it right! A casual restaurant with a few tables inside and outside. They sell alcoholic drinks if you are looking for a nice cold one with your tacos. The complimentary chips and salsa are good. The chips come warm and have good flavor. I've been here a few times and got the Birria tacos and Baja shrimp tacos. Both are delicious with so much flavor. Special tip- Ask for the special green and orange salsas they keep cold!
Let me put u on the most lit Mexican restaurant in somerville right now. The tacos, of course, incredible. The meat was tender and juicy. I liked the ample amount of toppings. Their salsa was fire. Their chips were so good (i got a refill on them). The horchata was amazing, and not overly sweet, with a perfect amount of cinnamon. It's family owned (i think.) and everyone was so sweet and attentive. They had a LIVE MARIACHI BAND and they even allowed us to request a song. It was the most fun dinner I've ever had on a Tuesday night!
Updated review I just had the quesobirria tacos. I have nothing to compare them to since I've never had them before, but either these are just mediocre or the IG hype is wayyyyyy overrating this meal. The consume was packaged in a paper container, it bled through and spilled over the other food. It was also not super flavorful. Overall quesobirria was just meh for me. I probably won't order it again. I'll stick with the carnitas tacos.
I came here for lunch on a Sunday and there was no wait. The staff was attentive and checked in on us frequently to make sure everything was okay. The food came out within 10 minutes and was fresh and hot. The quesabirria tacos were yummy! Some of the better ones I've had around the Boston area. The soup was delicious and the dish came with a sauce that was a bit spicy and tangy. My friend got a variety of tacos (lingua, fish, al pastor) and she said the lingua was the best and wouldn't recommend the fish (it's just a fish stick). They had a soccer game playing in the background and could be noisy if they were blending something up. It's a very casual place. Street parking on either side of the road
Good tacos for the area. I came from travel from Texas and they had excellent tacos out there so I feel like nothing here can compare. For the Boston area, this is the best I've had though but again, far from the great tacos you can get down south. We got horchata for drinks. Not too sweet. We all got a bunch and variety of tacos. The issue we came across that was frustrating is the friend that ordered their tacos without cilantro had the tacos came with...you guessed it...cilantro. And some of our tacos were missing cilantro. Besides the cilantro mix up, the tacos were okay. I got the quesobirria, which does not come with the dipping sauce like they do in Texas. I was low-key disappointed. Then I got a tripa taco, lengua taco, and al pastor taco. They are all double tortilla. The waitress also brought out a green and red sauce for the tacos. Overall, again, these tacos weren't as exciting for me because I recently came from great tacos down south but I will probably love this place if Texas didn't ruin all other tacos for me.
I tried Rincon for the first time as takeout during COVID. I saw it on a list of "best al pastor" in Boston. So a group of friends ordered a bunch of different tacos to try it out. I can't say I 100% agree with that ranking for best al pastor. However, it was overall pretty good. The al pastor was just fine, I've definitely had better in Boston (love me some Felipes al pastor). I have to say both the al pastor and carnitas were just fine and maybe just a touch on the dry side. What was great? The fish tacos! I wish I could order these as single tacos instead of by the meal of 3, but the fish tacos were great. Even as take out, the fish was crispy, the sauces were delicious, slaw was fresh. Loved it. The Chilorio Estilo Sinaloa tacos were also pretty good and flavorful. All the other reviews about the tacos being authentic are definitely true. It felt like all the frills were stripped and these were all just real food. The tacos were all really reasonably priced too. I'd definitely go back and try more from the menu or whenever I have a fish taco craving!
Excellent! The birria tacos (with cheese) are a must try. Good to the last drop. Love how they serve the broth for dipping in a little clay bowl. The tacos are so full of meat! Got a hot tip from Francisco P., to put the rest of the onion and fresh sauce into the broth and eat it as a soup in the end, with any meat that may have fallen. Also enjoyed the jamaica (hibiscus) drink. They have horchata as well. Lots of people were getting margaritas. Service was quick and attentive. Highly recommend!
Ordered the beef torta this evening and immediately went on to Yelp and got FOMO that I didn't order the tacos which all look amazing. I really need to remember to look online before choosing my order in the future (or so I thought). While the tacos still look incredible (especially the birria ones), the torta was surprisingly great as well. The sandwich is jam packed with ingredients and really well balanced. The beef was juicy and tender, and the veggies added a really nice balance of spice (jalapenos), freshness (onions, lettuce, and tomatoes), and richness (cheese and avocadoes). The refried beans were a pleasant surprise as well, adding really good moisture and flavor to the overall bite. And including avocado on the torta for no extra cost really is what put this above and beyond to a 5/5 - the avocado was ripe and had just the right amount of it to add that rich and fatty element without being too slippery and making it hard to eat. The fries, on the other hand, were a bit soggy and thick for my liking. I had seen another photo on Yelp where they looked a lot crispier and were shaped differently, so not sure if I just got unlucky, but the sandwich more than made up for the fries in this case. I really can't say enough positive things about the torta. And even though the torta was fantastic and I gave it a 5/5, I definitely want to come back for those tacos. Three tacos plus rice for $18 is a pretty great deal, and the tacos really look incredible. My partner ordered a tongue, al pastor, and fish taco and while I didn't try them, they looked and smelled incredible. We will definitely be back! read more
5 months ago
Delicious carne asada and al pastor tacos. Service was very good, I will definitely be back again. read more
1 year ago
Solid place for tacos and other Mexican specialties. Was a big fan of the al pastor tacos which were $5 each or 3 for $17 with a side of rice/beans. The service was pretty normal and they were quick to bring things out. The chips were delicious and highly recommend the salsa that comes with the chips. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating available. The bathrooms are in the back of the restaurant and are fairly clean. There is lots of street parking available in the side streets near the restaurant. read more
Overall a quality spot, especially for Boston! I can't comment on the crispness of the tacos since I got them to-go, but a hefty serving of consome came on the side which is always appreciated. The tacos were loaded with meat that was extremely tasty. The corn was overcooked and soggy, but had flavor on top. My order was ready within 10-15 min and pickup was easy. Overall, Would go again. maybe dine in next time. read more
I still love rincon, but looking at the prices and visiting some other spots around town, $5 for an al pastor taco is high. The food is good, but not sure if it's worth the price with so many other Mexican spots around. Seems like the prices and the amount of food do make the most sense. read more
1 year ago
The best Mexican place on Broadway. The food and drinks are amazing. The staff are super friendly and the service is great. read more
One never understands how spoiled they are until they are removed from the source that enables it. Good and authentic Mexican cuisine is about everywhere in California and any state close to the border. So readily available from pop-up street stands to just about every hole in the wall that you just never even think about it...until you move away from it. It's been a repeated letdown since I got here a year ago with just about everywhere missing the point of how great Mexican cuisine actually is. Here, this little spot spoke to me with one staple dish that I religiously consumed in California almost *every* Sunday afternoon. It's something I've always loved and the way my energy levels significantly elevate after a hearty bowl further drove the cravings. So yesterday, after not having menudo since my move to Massachusetts last year, I finally searched for the first legit place open for Sunday lunch and found Rincon Mexicano. I read a little bit on the background of the business and felt convinced of their authenticity. As always, a good practice back in California is to *CALL* first to make sure they are not sold out before showing up. So I called and was glad to hear that they still had good amounts of it (and found out later they served it ALL day, everyday - epic WIN). While a little different from the spots I frequented in California, their flavors were still spot on with the few dishes I've tried so far. All I can say is that their menudo is reason enough for me to come back every week and I'd recommend them to anyone who asks me about Mexican cuisine in the area. Thank you all for the great food and fantastic service! read more
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I was super excited to try Rincón because I've been on a journey of finding the best Birria Tacos in Boston. I've gone to Jalisco and Orale already so Rincón was on my list! The service and workers were all super sweet and nice so I'm super sad I didn't enjoy my food after seeing the raved reviews :( Quesabirria: 3.8/5 The birria was stuffed and crispy, but I think overall it needed more flavor and salt. The meat and cheese was there, but if there was more salt in the consome and meat it be perfect no doubt. Everything was very subtle and I didn't get that boom of flavor from the consome or meat Al Pastor & Chicken Tacos: 2.5/5 I'm not sure what was different when I went, but the flavor was bit underwhelming. The Al pastor was for sure better than the chicken, but the chicken was a bit bland and I had to use the sauces to help me get through. My experience was a bit disappointing because I was really excited, but everything I got wasn't flavorful. Im going to try again though and give them another shot because they were super sweet read more
4 years ago
Really fantastic authentic Mexican food here! This part of Somerville has some amazing food, and Rincon Mexicano is one of the best I've tried in the area. Ambiance is nice and casual and the service is very fast. Chips and salsa for the table right away and lots of sauces that they bring that you can try. Birria tacos - can't go wrong. Savory, fatty, dripping with flavor. Love dipping these in the stew. Fantastic dish. Baja shrimp tacos - super good. Bursting with flavor, both filling and refreshing. Can't wait to come back here and try some of the other dishes like the wet burritos. There are alcoholic drinks for purchase as well and a cool looking bar. read more
4 years ago
Classic Mexican food done right! I'm from California and it's been hard to find a solid place for Mexican in Boston but Rincon does it right! A casual restaurant with a few tables inside and outside. They sell alcoholic drinks if you are looking for a nice cold one with your tacos. The complimentary chips and salsa are good. The chips come warm and have good flavor. I've been here a few times and got the Birria tacos and Baja shrimp tacos. Both are delicious with so much flavor. Special tip- Ask for the special green and orange salsas they keep cold! read more
Let me put u on the most lit Mexican restaurant in somerville right now. The tacos, of course, incredible. The meat was tender and juicy. I liked the ample amount of toppings. Their salsa was fire. Their chips were so good (i got a refill on them). The horchata was amazing, and not overly sweet, with a perfect amount of cinnamon. It's family owned (i think.) and everyone was so sweet and attentive. They had a LIVE MARIACHI BAND and they even allowed us to request a song. It was the most fun dinner I've ever had on a Tuesday night! read more
5 years ago
Updated review I just had the quesobirria tacos. I have nothing to compare them to since I've never had them before, but either these are just mediocre or the IG hype is wayyyyyy overrating this meal. The consume was packaged in a paper container, it bled through and spilled over the other food. It was also not super flavorful. Overall quesobirria was just meh for me. I probably won't order it again. I'll stick with the carnitas tacos. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
I came here for lunch on a Sunday and there was no wait. The staff was attentive and checked in on us frequently to make sure everything was okay. The food came out within 10 minutes and was fresh and hot. The quesabirria tacos were yummy! Some of the better ones I've had around the Boston area. The soup was delicious and the dish came with a sauce that was a bit spicy and tangy. My friend got a variety of tacos (lingua, fish, al pastor) and she said the lingua was the best and wouldn't recommend the fish (it's just a fish stick). They had a soccer game playing in the background and could be noisy if they were blending something up. It's a very casual place. Street parking on either side of the road read more
Good tacos for the area. I came from travel from Texas and they had excellent tacos out there so I feel like nothing here can compare. For the Boston area, this is the best I've had though but again, far from the great tacos you can get down south. We got horchata for drinks. Not too sweet. We all got a bunch and variety of tacos. The issue we came across that was frustrating is the friend that ordered their tacos without cilantro had the tacos came with...you guessed it...cilantro. And some of our tacos were missing cilantro. Besides the cilantro mix up, the tacos were okay. I got the quesobirria, which does not come with the dipping sauce like they do in Texas. I was low-key disappointed. Then I got a tripa taco, lengua taco, and al pastor taco. They are all double tortilla. The waitress also brought out a green and red sauce for the tacos. Overall, again, these tacos weren't as exciting for me because I recently came from great tacos down south but I will probably love this place if Texas didn't ruin all other tacos for me. read more
2 years ago
I tried Rincon for the first time as takeout during COVID. I saw it on a list of "best al pastor" in Boston. So a group of friends ordered a bunch of different tacos to try it out. I can't say I 100% agree with that ranking for best al pastor. However, it was overall pretty good. The al pastor was just fine, I've definitely had better in Boston (love me some Felipes al pastor). I have to say both the al pastor and carnitas were just fine and maybe just a touch on the dry side. What was great? The fish tacos! I wish I could order these as single tacos instead of by the meal of 3, but the fish tacos were great. Even as take out, the fish was crispy, the sauces were delicious, slaw was fresh. Loved it. The Chilorio Estilo Sinaloa tacos were also pretty good and flavorful. All the other reviews about the tacos being authentic are definitely true. It felt like all the frills were stripped and these were all just real food. The tacos were all really reasonably priced too. I'd definitely go back and try more from the menu or whenever I have a fish taco craving! read more
Excellent! The birria tacos (with cheese) are a must try. Good to the last drop. Love how they serve the broth for dipping in a little clay bowl. The tacos are so full of meat! Got a hot tip from Francisco P., to put the rest of the onion and fresh sauce into the broth and eat it as a soup in the end, with any meat that may have fallen. Also enjoyed the jamaica (hibiscus) drink. They have horchata as well. Lots of people were getting margaritas. Service was quick and attentive. Highly recommend! read more
3 years ago
Service was excellent. Everything arrived to the table hot and delicious. Complementary chips and salsa too. read more
3 years ago
Sat outside on a beautiful night, table area decorated nicely with flowers. Chile rellenos were lovely, same for beans and rice. read more
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I am extremely blessed to have this place within a ten min walk from my home. It's becoming a dangerous addiction but I do not have any regrets! Moving from California, I honestly thought that Boston wouldn't have any decent Mexican food compared to the Sunshine State but boy, was I wrong. Rincon is an understated and humble place but the food is a solid 10/10. Waiters, owner, always nice and attentive. There is a small outdoor patio that can fit maybe up to 15 people that can be really lovely to sit at and watch the slow traffic on Broadway go by on a nice day. My recommendations for this place lies in the seafood-- Fish Tacos, Shrimp Tacos, and the special, Baja Shrimp Tacos (please keep this on the permanent menu!!). They know how to balance the crispiness with the succulent seafood, and their avocado aioli is fantastic. Their rice is also always super flavorful! It's the care that goes into a humble sides such as the rice and beans that get's me-- they're both so delicious and does nothing but compliment the delicious tacos. Yes, I will eventually have to venture outside of my taco addiction here, but I am confident that they know what they're doing in the burrito/enchilada/taquitos world as well. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
I give this place a solid 3 some things are skimped on the fajita trio had fried rice size shrimp exactly five tiny shrimp the chicken flautas inexplicably had potatoes which soured my whole experience as this was an appetizer the salsa tasted like a marinade. The good? Cleanliness prompt service cold beer and well seasoned and executed fajitas. All in all I they can do much better and I will not be returning. The salsas tasted out of a can. read more
Really nice to sit outside here on a hot day. The shrimp tacos were delicious - the green sauce and pickled cabbage made for a nutty, tangy flavor along with the breaded seafood. The flan also hit the spot. My friend had the al pastor tacos, which he said were great, although I did not try them. Our waiter was extremely attentive, kind, and non-obtrusive. Will be back! read more
This is definitely an authentic spot. You can tell based solely on the fact that their salsa is green and they serve their tacos in two corn tortillas with just cilantro and onions. If you want cheese, lettuce, and sour cream to Americanize it up, that's available upon request too. They have a few tables outside, which is where we sat and enjoyed our taco lunch. Margaritas are made from a mix, for sure, but that wasn't surprising based on the price point. The beer is nice and cold, though. :) read more
They have dine-in now! And the food is amazing when it comes out fresh! The tables are spread out so that you're not sitting too close to other people. I definitely recommend lengua tacos, tripa tacos, and their special birria tacos. The birria tacos were crispy on the outside and overstuffed with meat and cheese in the middle. Squeeze some lime over and dip the whole thing into the consume - the best birria I've had so far in/around Boston! read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
Bummer they used to have dollar tacos but not anymore and totally understandable ! food was still good.. got a Tamarin margarita oh my goodness delicious! I seen someone posted about the Birria tacos I'll be back for that ! I saw this man eating this bomb looking consommé so I know there's gonna be good !! read more
5 years ago
After leaving a 5 Star review on google reaching over 7,000 people, I am now here on Yelp to inform you guys on this amazing restaurant!! My girlfriend and I have had Mexican food from a lot of places here in Somerville for a very long time. We just discovered this place on google and decided to give it a try. It was a nice 70 degree evening to sit outside and eat. The hostess was very kind and had us seated with some chips and salsa and grabbed us our drink order very fast. Mind you there is maybe two or three other parties eating beside us. The food arrived all very seamlessly and I will just say, wow! Amazing! Everything was cooked perfectly and the presentation is just right! Our server kept popping back in every now and then to make sure we were happy and satisfied. They also have a pretty cool drink menu that I unfortunately did not try this time BUT I will 100% let you guys know the next time I go! I look forward to coming back and I hope this review reaches a big audience as well to keep you guys in the circle of great food in Somerville! read more
3 years ago
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