The atmosphere (inside) was beautiful, the food exceptional, and the frozen drinks were delicious. Our staff and server were very nice... though they seemed understaffed, because it took our server quite a while to get back to us (in between drinks/food), and we waited too long for the check. But I suspect they may have been a person or two short. I'd definitely go back there, though - because all in all, the visit was well worth it! read more

My new fav Mexican - there is outdoor seating for the perfect weather days. Some of the best salsa in town to munch on while you're waiting for the enchiladas verdes melt in your mouth. I get stuffed when ever I go - highly recommend. read more

I just love this place. The staff is so sweet (I have a favorite waiter who I would like to bring with me wherever I dine)- and the food never disappoints. Favorites: Cadillac Margarita on the rocks, no salt, Chicken Tostadas (you can do a half-order if you ask!) Enchiladas Verdes, and the Tortilla Soup. The chips and salsa are excellent but they will KEEP REFILLING YOU if you don't ask them to stop, and it can get ridiculous after awhile. One should only eat so many chips. read more

If I had never come back here before tonight, I would have given this place 5 stars. I haven't been here in two years, and after tonight, I'm not sure if I'll ever come back. Our service was beyond AWFUL and they weren't that busy. To top it off, my rice was lukewarm and tasted like it had been sitting under a warming lamp for 45 minutes. I'm beyond disappointed. The waiter never came over I ask how our food was, and it took forever for us to get waited on. I rarely ever give bad yelp reviews, but this was definitely well deserved. So disappointed. I'll never come back. read more

this restaurant is great! first time having real mexican food in boston and I loved it! will definitely be going back often. sangria is excellent, along with fresh salsa, enchilada rojos and their tacos!!!! read more

This is wonderful, authentic Mexican food. The chilaquiles are my favorite or the tostadas. The homemade salsa is out of this world. Great margaritas and decent beer and wine selection. There is nice outdoor seating, but always plenty of room inside, which is quiet and clean. If it were just a little cheaper I'd probably eat there every night, so probably good it isn't! read more

I have long cried foul over how poor in quality Mexican food the greater Boston area has proven to be. Some time I'll take you all to Ohio and show you what REAL Mexican food is like! And I am only partially joking! There are two things that truly make the place: mole (both poblano and verde) and combination plates. The former could perhaps come with more fire but certainly earn a 'win' in the richness category. The latter is a great way to cheaply diversify your plate, widely sample the menu, and have some leftovers. (Such combinations are common in more civilized corners of the world.) The cabbage salad was unknown by me prior to Sol Azteca and goes a long way to balance the otherwise heavy plate. Don't expect much in the way of service or atmosphere, both of which are merely adequate, but the sensible pricing and excellent location are enough to alleviate doubts. read more

Really medicore mexico food, i have gotten their burrito here and it was just okay. Their sangria was pretty good and its good for big groups, but dont expect the most amazing food. read more

The little old lady that works is so sweet. I made impromptu dinner plans with a friend that was craving spicy food. We were seated immediately inside but they do have outdoor seating. I had the pomegranate margarita. It was good to have with the chips and salsa. The staff was really attentive and friendly. I got the chicken burrito. It was big and filling. The meal came with rice, beans and a slaw. I like this place for a casual, low key Mexican place. read more

Great authemtic Mexican food, their nachos is like addictive, if you are used to other big chain mexican restaurants like border cafe (which btw i like it a lot too) you will definitely appreciate the richer taste and just overall flavor from their food,i can say it really is made from scratch, good service too, nothing impressive but definitely not lacking. read more

I must have walked by this place hundreds of times over the years and never thought to eat there. Something about it just never seemed compelling enough to draw me in. However one night I was taken there and finally found out what I've been missing all these years. The food was great, some of the best Mexican I've had in Boston. The chips, salsa and guacamole were all very tasty and plentiful. Would highly recommend this place. read more

Skip this place and head to Zocalo instead. The service is awful, and the food is not that good and is overpriced to boot. The scoop: Our party of 5 waited about 10-15 minutes for a table on Sunday night (no reservation and on BU move in weekend, so this was expected). We got to our table, and sat there for about 15 minutes with no contact, before a busboy dropped us off a small bowl of chips and salsa without a word (chips were fine, salsa was too spicy IMO). Our table promptly devoured them in a matter of seconds, and tried to flag someone else down to get a refill to no avail. Around minute 20-25, the waitress finally came up to take our orders with no real apology, which wasn't cool... I realize it was packed, but come on, it only takes 2 seconds to say "I'll be right with you". Because of this, our drinks were ordered at the same time as our meal, although at least the drinks came out first... my frozen mango margarita barely tasted mangoey which was a disappointment (at least there was definitely tequila in there). We waited another 20 minutes until our food arrived (fortunately we were able to ask our waitress for more chips and salsa while we had her at our table). I got the Pollo Veracruzano (boneless chicken breast cooked with tomato, capers, mushrooms, almonds, raisins and white wine sauce), which was unimpressive. The chicken was actually the highlight of the dish, pounded flat and grilled with a nice charcoaly flavor, but the sauce wasn't anything better than I could have made myself (in fact I have made a similar sauce that was better), didn't have mushrooms or raisins, and had some sort of unpleasant spicy kick I was not expecting and was not listed on the menu (other dishes did specify "mild/medium/hot" but there was no listing for this dish, and with these ingredients you would not automatically expect any spiciness). I'm usually a sucker for mole and would have chosen a mole dish to begin with, but the menu listed it as "spicy" so I stayed away... but I tried the boy's mole and it was less spicy than my own Veracruzano sauce (WTF mates?!), very chocolatey though and not very complex (Zocalo's mole is miles ahead IMO). The refried black beans that came with were decently tasty, as was the rice, although they really don't make it abundantly clear it's cooked with chicken broth which could be a problem for veggies (it's listed once on the menu at the bottom, but should really be highlighted). Portion size was decent, I was able to have a small lunch the next day from my leftovers (which should be standard for a $17 meal anyways). Service did not get better, it took forever to get our check and then forever to have it paid... we arrived here at 7 and didn't leave til 9, it's a good thing we didn't have anywhere to be afterwards or we would have been extra pissed. The place itself is decently cute, especially with the patio (although the sound bounces off the walls like crazy so be prepared not to hear your dining companions if you sit inside), but the service and unimpressive food with high prices, combined with excellent alternatives like Zocalo, make me not want to return. read more

I'm a Mexican food fan, but this place was pretty blah. I went with a shrimp entree that didn't really wow me while the serving size was pretty small. My girlfriend's fried chimichanga-like entree looked equally unimpressive. The place is pretty outdated too- I'm not sure if that's the point? read more

Today being CINCO DE MAYO, I thought it was appropriate to go to Sol Azteca for an authentic Mexican meal. While opening hours are usually 5pm, today was open at 1pm for lunch. I ordered the Mole Poblano, which turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. Out came a plate of chicken breast with too much mole sauce spilling over into my rice and beans. It didn't look particularly appetizing, and unfortunately, the taste didn't make up for it either. All and all, I feel a little polluted. But on a lighter note, the sangria was delicious, though expensive ($4.25 for a small glass and what, no fruit!?) and the vanilla flan was superb. Though, I think I'll stick to El Pelon Taqueria (see my review!) if I want Mexican food. read more

Good food. Great Sangria. I head to this place often, and I have to say I always leave happy :) Is the summer, outdoor seating is key and the quesadillas that look like hot pockets are a must. read more

I love Mexican, and after seeing all the 4 & 5 star ratings for Sol Azteca I decided to check it out. I had one of the combination plates with a tostada & enchilada. It was okay, but nothing to rave about, and nothing that set it apart from your average Mexican joint. The sangria was pretty tasty. Our server was nice, but was completely in the weeds and had zero time for us, which made it difficult to get more salsa, drinks, etc. read more

I don't go here very often at all and it has been a while since the last time. That said I'll keep this short. I have always found the food and drinks here to exceed my expectations and the service to be top-notch. read more

I come here fairly often for quick easy mexican. It is certainly not the best mexican I have had, but it fills a void for some simple enchiladas Verde's and it being close to our condo doesn't hurt either. The service staff could also step it up a bit. read more

Open air street table on a balmy September night; pitcher of sangria; guacamole & flavorful salsa (not too hot, not mild, just right), friendly service, chicken mole done right. Flan smooth but dense. Flavored mexican coffee. What's not to like? The inside is a bit noisy, and the place is like 50 years old in a brownstone where the Cleveland Circle line comes above ground. The place has longtime regulars who are recognized by the staff. It's like going home for a meal. If your family knew how to make mole.... read more

I don't know about those 5 star ratings. Maybe I'm spoiled on that Chicago and CA Mexican cuisine, but I was less than thrilled.

New England doesn't do Mexican food well. It's been said but I'll say it again! Sol Azteca in Brookline is an excellent effort. The Carne Asada burrito is delicious and the meat is cooked to perfection and well seasoned. Most dishes are accompanied by a purple tangy slaw which may be the best part of the meal. The drinks are delicious and there is an impressive variety, although I found the sangria a bit watery, my dinner companions enjoyed the their classic margarita and pomegranate margarita. The absolute best part is the desert. The Flan is some of the best i've had and is competitive with flan I have had in California. Aside from the food the staff is friendly and very accommodating. We dined with friends who had 3 children a 3 month old, a 2 year old and an 8 year old and the restaurant was well equipped to handle them. read more

I took my parents to Sol Azteca after reading review. We order veg burrito and Enchiladas, food was decent. We normally eat spicy food, by mistake when we place order, told that need food to be spicy. Waiter didnt let me about there food, and we end up in getting smoky spicy food. Felt food was expensive, but its worth to try mexican food when ur in town with friends. read more

YUM. I thought this place was a perfect place for grabbing a bite before hitting the movie theater at Fenway for a showing of "Machete". The sangria was bitter, so ask for sugar if you find that to be the case, but the food was DELECTABLE to me. Some really nice vegetarian options, flavorful sauces and good god, I thought I hated cactus and would never eat it again. Sol Azteca proved me wrong, super yum comfort food. Andale. read more

Trying to find the perfect place to sip my Cinco de Mayo Marg, my boyfriend and I decided upon Sol Azteca.... now I know we are a long way from Mexico but I thought any Mexican food joint would be packed today.... but it wasn't! We were sat right away, this kind of worried me... but then I was given free Chips and salsa, which made me feel better :) ... automatic star right there! Ordered drinks, he had a beer and I went for the house Margarita for 6 bucks. It was pretty good, I guess, for the 3 sips it lasted..... so small and mostly ice! Minus a star. We ordered the cheese dip app ( can't remember the name) but it says it has sliced chorizo in it. No bueno!! The 3 pieces of "chorizo" were LITERALLY floating in grease.... i'm not even exaggerating. We were not super hungry so for dinner we split the tacos, one beef, one chicken. They were actually pretty good and the weird red cabbage concoction on the side with the beans and rice was yummy! They even had avocado that came with! Sever was just ok, he seemed annoyed, but then again I would be too if I had to wear a ugly hat that looked like a lamp shade to work... the buser though was great and super quick! I wouldn't go out of my way to come here... maybe if I was in the area though.... and i didn't have to see that cheese appetizer anywhere near my table. read more

Overpriced and bad. Avoid this place. The stuff did not taste fresh at all. Chips were not good either.

The chips and salsa wasn't bad. I had an order of Sopa de Nopal. It was really sour and salty. The rest of the meal was very good though.

Finally found a place where I can have a good michelada, not on the menu though, simply ask the waiter/waitress. Ordered a mix of the enchiladas, tostadas and chorizo con queso. Everything was pretty good and I would say authentic to some extent. This is not tex-mex style food... (Thank God!)... You can tell that from looking at the menu. Service was pretty good the night I was there, nice hostess and the waiter was pleasant and brought everything on time. I have no complaints except I wish I had a bigger stomach... I would definitely visit this place again and order the chiles rellenos con picadillo... And a modelo especial :) I can't vouch for everything on their menu, but the stuff I've tried so far was pretty good. I would stay away from Mole based dishes, just because every type of Mole from every different region in Mexico is very different, so for a restaurant up here to get it right... Is hard, so they are very likely using canned stuff or pre-made, this a guess though. Hope this helped you decide! read more

The food is mediocre, seemingly smothered in cheese for the taste. not that smothered in melted cheese is a bad thing, but it's not exceptional Mexican food by any means. That would be okay, but the prices are way to high for what it is. $17 for a main plate which should run around $10-12. Sangria wasn't good and service was slow. Would not return unfortunately. Good outdoor patio area. read more

Had an early dinner at Sol Azteca, it was quite lovely! The free chips and salsa were delicious. The chips seem quite fresh and crisp, the three of us when through three baskets! The guac was also very fresh, would recommend. Chips & Salsa -- 5/5 I ordered the Enchiladas with mole poblano. It was delicious!! The waitress recommended it to me because it's one of their more popular dishes. Definitely worth a try, the mole sauce is interesting. Enchilades 4/5 The service was really great, the waitress was attentive and very sweet. Nice authentic atmosphere... not that I really know much about the authenticity... but it was quite cozy!! Would recommend. read more

I can't believe I have not reviewed Sol Azteca yet. I have been going here for years and consistantly get great food and service. One of my favorite things about this place is that the sides that come with the dinner plates (rice, refried beans and a vinegar-y cabbage slaw) taste AWESOME. I've been to many places where the sides are an afterthought and don't taste good. Not the case with Sol Azteca. I've had several items on the menu and usually have enough to take home leftovers. The salsa is very flavorful and the chips are always fresh. read more

Good local place for when you're craving a taco Tuesday with the girls. Drinks were very creative and good, definitely recommend the spicy mango margarita as it wasn't too spicy, as well as the sangria which was very good. Prices were fair, especially for this area. Service was attentive and gave us some recommendations. Will definitely be back! read more

I haven't been for a few years, and I might just be a mexican food snob (being from Arizona), but I wasn't as impressed with this place as others seem to be. The food was good, but not great. Even so, the atmosphere is definitely amazing. The outdoor seating is fantastic in the summer, and there are always lots of people there when I walk by. read more

After reading the reviews on Yelp, I decided to give this place a shot. We were a big table of 14 people. The service was great, we were seated on time and most importantly they didn't mess up our order. Everything came as requested. Salsa was amazing!! super fresh..loved it!! I ordered the enchillada and it was yummmm! Lot of people ordered Mole Poblano and were pleased with their dish. Overall a great experience and the food was great. Definitely will go back there! read more

The Jalapeno dip was amazing, and not too spicy at all. It came out super hot but that just means the cooked it so I'm not mad. I got the chicken tacos, which I expected the chicken to have more flavor but I'll still be back anyway so no big deal. They also have outside seating, the place opens late though so I would double check the time before go! read more

One star taken away for the service. We went on a not-so-busy Tuesday night. Still, our server took a very long time to get to us and check up on us. He didn't seem friendly or approachable, and made it seem as if we were inconveniencing him by ordering food in his section. Also, the entrees took longer than should have been expected. Ok. After having said that.... Salsa: tastes like it was just made seconds before it was brought to the table. It's so fresh and just perfectly chunky.. not overkill. Perfect start to the night. Guacamole: very strongly tastes of cilantro, which I love. However, you should probably stay away if you're not a cilantro fan. Nice sized portion, which we finished probably mere minutes after it was brought to our table. Sangria: Strong. I've had their Sangria before, and once again it only took me one glass to get tipsy. Sangria at many other places can be too sweet, where you get a headache from the sugar before feeling the effects of the alcohol, but I have to say this one is a good, strong balance. Pollo Mole Poblano: The housemade mole sauce is irresistible. I think I ate every last drop of sauce off the plate. There were so many other tempting options (the menu has something for everyone, and the prices are great) but I'm positive I made the right choice. I usually like to try out new dishes at restaurants I've been to, but it's going to be hard keeping away from this one. All in all, this place seems fairly authentic and would definitely be a good spot for a relaxing night out to dinner. read more

Seriously- this is some of the only traditional/authentic mexican food i've had in boston. the staff is insanely nice and attentive- they often have mariachi bands walk around and play for you. It is a lot bigger than you think from the outside...definitely looking forward to eating outside on the patio once the weather warms up again. great chips and guac and awesome margs. me gusta a lot read more

A disastrous 17th birthday party for my granddaughter. We were forced to wait 11/2 hours for dinner in a not too crowded restaurant. The food when it came despite our being famished could only be called mediocre. There was no effort by the manager to mitigate the unpleasantness of the experience. read more

Drinks are amazing. Ordered the spicy tequila and the mezcal Margarita. Would highly recommend the fajita de Polly(poyo) or the enchiladas polo verde read more

The food at Sol Azteca was very good, sort of classic Mexican with a few flairs here and there. Sangria = yum. The indoor decor is great: tiled walls with thick, solid wood furniture. I went on a week night, so there was no wait, although I've heard that weekends get very busy and the staff can get a little overwhelmed. They have outdoor seating, so make sure to visit in the warmer months! read more

Sitiing on the patio in summer is a real plus. Pour some sangria and treat yourself to some excellent Mexican food. The food is priced a bit on the high side but it is very good. read more