Went with a group of friends after we got out of work and we had a great time!! The staff is so attentive and friendly. The margaritas were delicious and the perfect level of strong, the burritos we got were delicious, and the atmosphere was great for what we were looking for. It's a cozy, hole in the wall location with great food, good drinks, and a wonderful staff. Take the time to check them out because they are absolutely worth it!! read more

Taco Mex - Delicious margaritas at Taco Mex! - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This hole in the wall is actually a hidden gem. I came here for a lunch a few months ago and got the shrimp tacos......BOMB! Good service and they have charge stations with various chargers which I thought was a good idea. The menu has has a lot of variety and they serve alcohol. I dig this place ! read more

Love that they serve drinks all day and have and have a great breakfast menu. Otherwise their food is average. It's conveniently located at the Maverick T stop and the staff are always friendly, but it is on the smaller side. Margaritas and milkshakes never fail to disappoint. read more

Taco Mex - Taco mex salad - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is my second time here and they don't disappoint. Drinks are good, food is great! And the service is good too! Constantly cleaning up the trash & dirty plates at your table and asking you if you'd like a refill at what seems like the most perfect time lol. Check it out for yourself !!! Very authentic read more

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Great spot server Carolina is amazing great costumer service fresh food great drinks nice service all around good job Carolina keep the great work up read more

The waitress is really nice first of all, it's by the maverick t stop which is great. I always ordered the Deviled Shrimp with Calamari, it's delicious by the way. However, I found plastic in the dish, I thought it was shrimp shell but it's kind of red-whiteish color. I didn't like that very much, the cook should've been more careful... read more

Taco Mex - I am pretty sure that is plastic that I just ate in my deviled shrimp with calamari. :( - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Gringa in an authentic Mexican place. "I'LL HAVE THE STEAK BURRITO PLS." Quite frankly, the LARGEST burrito I have ever had the pleasure of acquainting myself to. My god, it was delicious. They put peas in the burrito. Don't ask, it works. And HUGE hunks of steak. All for $6.96. I'm dying to try the Colombian: pork rinds, sweet plantains, egg. read more

Amazingly delicious foods if you love bursts of flavors. I always order my favorite dish from here: Shrimp on the grill. It never fails to please. The atmosphere is quaint. This isn't really a place to go for socializing with other patrons it seemed. I've never seen parties of more than 2 here. There is limited seating. The place looks festive and has a comfy and relaxing feel to it. Prices are reasonable. read more

I normally wouldn't order shrimp tacos for takeout as they always taste better in the restaurant but I took a chance with taco mix because I heard good things and I've been happy almost every time. They are flavorful and have the right portion of shrimp in each taco. They are the only place that I trust ordering tacos from in east boston. The reason I give four star is I still have yet to eat in the restaurant to see if it is just as good and also I received the wrong order one out of the many times I ordered. I can't necessarily blame the restaurant because with all mobile ordering there can be confusion with the person delivering otherwise I've been happy with this restaurant in highly recommend read more

A true neighborhood spot that is clearly well-loved! Arrived here for lunch on a weekend and it was absolutely packed. The Colombian plate with grilled steak for the win! It's everything you want to induce yourself into a pleasurable food coma: sweet and slightly sticky grilled plantains, chicharones (crispy, smoky pile of them snaking around your plate), marinated pinto beans, rice, salad (now it's healthy!), avocado and a sizzling tender churasco (thin grilled steak). Ohh and a fried egg (perfectly runny) on top because why not? Service was warm, very friendly and asked us numerous times if we were pleased with everything or needed anything. Prices are extremely reasonable especially given just how much food this place manages to pack onto one pristine plate. read more

Taco Mex - Colombian plate:grilled steak with plantains, pinto beans, rice, salads, avocado, pork rinds and a fried egg to top it off - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Some of the best pupusas in East Boston! Everything I've ever ordered here has been fantastic and I regularly take friends here for a meal when they come to visit. Outdoor seating is currently available for this restaurant as is take out. Highly recommend this Maverick Square staple! read more

I was looking to try a new ethnic place with Sara S. and thought this would be a good choice since we both had never been. The food here was more like 4 stars. I had a delicious steak dinner that was huge. The steak was thin and super tender, topped with onions and peppers, then a fresh salad and avocado with a plantain on the side. As if that wasn't enough, another plate of rice and beans were brought over to accompany everything. I throughly enjoyed the food and had leftovers for lunch. Sara's shrimp plate had huge shrimp that tasted great. The atmosphere was cute with exposed brick and a little bar. It's one of the better outfitted dining places in Maverick Square. A big turn off was being harassed by the drunk? male clientele as soon as we came in. It was funny at first, then after a while, it was like come on guys, leave us the f alone..which they did once me mentioned we had boyfriends. Service was friendly. The waitresses sure wear some reavealing stuff. Prices were inexpensive for large portions. Our bill for 2 big dinners was $25 without drinks. I found my steak to be very tasty and better then other carne asadas I've had in the area. I may return with my man next time to ward off the pervs. read more

I've been here a couple of times and it's pretty good Pros: Good food and drinks are cheap Friendly staffs Cons: A bit cold inside during the winter time read more

Venture into East Boston at your own risk- the food is great, but I hear East Boston has more crime than all the crime on the other side of the river combined. My dinner was GREAT...I'm not Columbian, so I can't speak to authenticity. But the menu was extensive to say the least, It was packed with locals- so it's gotta be good and I left full and very pleased with my experience. The stroll thru East Boston was worthy. I stayed at the Hyatt Harborside, so my food options were very limited. this was a diamond in the rough. I'm looking for an excuse to make the 2 mile walk (one way) from my hotel for round two- it was that good! read more

Dont listen to the people on here yabbering about service. I dont even speak Spanish and they treated me well anf fast service. This place has good food, Great micheladas, and clean bathrooms. Get the steak tacos!!!! read more

I absolutely love this place. Went with my boyfriend for my first time and the food is so good. After we went that time we haven't stopped coming back. The plates are always big, you'll always leave full, and the servers are always so friendly and nice. They have great choice of music, and right by maverick station and lots of parking! Would definitely recommend. read more

Taco Mex - This plate is called salvadoreno tipico with plantain, cheese, salvadorean cream, eggs and avocado and an horchata. - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great food, drinks and service! The staff is exceptional. Quesadillas, tacos, burritos are delicious. Fast and friendly service, too. read more

Taco Mex - Sangria is delicious! - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place was sort of unmemorable. I debated on whether to give it two or three stars but finally settled on two since three stars means I'd consider going back. Between the two of us, the boy and I ordered a steak, a cheese papusa and a chicken taco. The chicken taco was good but nothing impressive. I randomly stumbled upon a place in Chicago where I got a chicken taco that was made the same way and it was eons better. The papusa was pretty good, but then, I've never had papusa before so there was nothing to compare it to. The steak was well flavored, actually pretty good, with a fajita veggie mix on top that was pretty decent. As others have mentioned, the food was a bit on the bland side, with the exception of the steak. The dishes were humongous, and you definitely get your money's worth and then some. I'm glad we only ordered one main entree, as there was no way we could finish the two appetizers and entree we did have. Also, every time we had a request, the waitresses were totally confused. And service was super slow for the amount of people that were there and the amount of service staff they had. read more

Enchiladas!!! Nice placve to get a quick meal, always fresh, priced just right. I've seen this place go from being half full, to now its full mosat times. The secret got out! Great staff and service. read more

Taco Mex - Colombian Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Not the most incredible food in the world, but definitely 5 stars for the price. The pupusas are SO SO SO GOOD. I also really enjoy their beans! Their burritos are okay, I definitely recommend the pupusas over everything else :) read more

Amazing food and service. Great atmosphere! I highly recommend the margaronas. Authentic dishes

Thank goodness for GPS mistakes....we never would have found this gem. Recommend this place if you're looking for tasty and flavorful Mexican food with budget friendly menu. read more

Great food and nice amount served for the price! Even when the place was packed, the waitress gave us a good service, and treated us very nicely and courteous. Will definitely return to this place! read more

While the food here isn't the best in comparison to the other great Latin restaurants in the Maverick area, it is a nice place for a small group dinner or a cute first date. What we loved? -the environment! It is a small bar/restaurant that has a nice Latin flair. -the servers are warm and friendly. They give good recommendations and are very honest about menu items. - Their chicharrones burrito is delicious..if you're a fan of pork belly!! Oh and you can't go wrong with their mango margarita! What could've been better? -the food. The burrito is the only thing I enjoyed-- the chicken wings were the frozen kind, their pupusas taste like a cheap rip off of La Hacienda's (which is right down the street), and the nachos don't have enough toppings at all. read more

This is literally some of the best Mexican food I've ever had. The guac is the best guac in the world and I would recommend the grilled shrimp tacos. You get three for 12$ and I'm stuffed after 1.5!! Will be back for more! read more

Taco Mex - Mexican Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great little place. Delicious Tex Mex cuisine. The decor is also lovely and makes the place feel authentic. Definitely recommend!! read more

The food is okay. As always, the chips have to be amazing or else ure doomed amigo. They never brought chips. After asking for chips three different times, they brought yesterdays chips. You know, stale and very cold. The chips are supposed to keep you entertained and excited about what is to come. If the chips dont get you excited, im pretty sure the MAS RICO dishes will be about the same quality. Had tacos and pupusas. They were ok but the waitress forgot an item. Whatever. Finally left about 40 mins into the evening. Oh, before i go, they did not have Lengua Tacos which was very triste. The michelada con tomate and salt rim was muy rica. Not coming back unless the need calls for it. read more

The service was decent. They had a plasma TV so we could watch TV. I ordered the beef and onions dish. It was pretty greasy, not good tasting (way too salty), and not fulfilling. I was disappointed. The waitresses are cute and wear revealing outfits. I was talking it over with the wifey and I commented how it looked like one waitress had her outfit "sewed" on. How to get there? Street parking or Blue Line Maverick Station. read more

I am so disappointed and hope that they actually read this review. I have been going there for years and order the chicken quesadilla. They started ordering the grossest chicken ever. It is loaded with stringy fat and cartilage. I literally just threw up. Please Taco Mex get it together. I am sick from that chicken!!!! read more

Boy do I love tacos. If it weren't for the hubster, I would eat tacos every day of the week. So one night, when we didn't feel like cooking, we decided to head out to the taco mecca that is East Boston. So many choices! We decided on a pretty busy spot in central Eastie with taco in the name. On the menu there were indeed a few tacos (beef chicken pork and tongue,) but not enough varieties to name the place after the yummy foodstuff. Not to mention, it didn't seem to be super Mexican-y either.More Salvadorian, which is fine because pupusas are pretty yummy. So I settled for the carne asada which came with rice, beans, and salad. A large meal for a meager price. And it was pretty tasty. AND I thoroughly enjoyed the Hispanic version of MTV playing over the juke box in the corner. Not my favorite spot, but I wouldn't be too upset to go back. read more

Small place in East Boston, not bad food they accommodated us for 7 people easily for the tiny space. The food was delicious good tacos, the meat was something different but tasted really good. Had a burrito which was also good not a bad place for the area, which most places are dive bars at night time. Not the greatest burrito but very filling, every one else's dished looked delicious. Very big portions, drinks were very limited in beer but other homemade stuff had a lot of options. read more

Love this place.. anytime of day.. Fish Tacos are my absolute favorite. If you like liver, the liver and onions is awesome.. and can't forget the lime margaritas read more

This place is amazing, everything was extremely fresh and staff was friendly. It also has a great atmosphere making it a true local treasure. Will definitely be visiting again. read more

Yeah - it's not really Mexican - I'd call it Central American - Honduran and Salvadorian. The seasonings aren't really strong - and the presentation is cafe-esque. Pupusa is tasty - salad is the same on every meal - shredded lettuce with a house vinaigrette dumped on it. The locals seem to respect it - it's typically full on a Friday/Saturday night - toddlers and screaming babies included. Service is not intentionally slow - but the poor girls are usually scrambling to handle all the customers - plus cultural rules hold - which means a slow tab. I'd recommend it for a decent lunch stop if you ever find yourself in Maverick square - or off to the airport (you can get into Logan via the Jeffereson St entrance)- or if you're a wandering Eastie - there's not much over here in the line of small sit-down restaurants - so this will have to do. read more

In all honesty, I don't know what happened -- I don't even like fried pork rinds...BUT as I was reading through the menu, I couldn't look past the El Paisa (Columbian-style) burrito. The burrito is made with the usual getup -- rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, gauc/sour cream -- but the kicker is the fried pork rinds and a hard-boiled egg. I repeat, I don't like fried pork rinds, but apparently something magical comes over me when it's put in a burrito, and I.must.have.it. The pork rinds add a great crispy yet chewy texture to the burrito, and mixed in with everything else, it doesn't taste or feel greasy. Their burritos are HUGE, stuffed, and grilled to perfection. I'm docking a star because their take-out service sucks and you have to wait wayyy longer than what you're told. I had called in an order and was told to come by in 15 minutes. I came after 20 minutes, and had to wait another 30 minutes before I got my order. A guy actually got seated, served, and paid for his bill during the time I was waiting for my take-out. read more

Went here for lunch the other day and it was sooo! Good! Absolutely loved it. The place looked very clean and the staff was helpful! For those who dont know what exactly to order their menu have great pictures telling you eaxctly what your getting. If you stop by you have to get the fried plantains with either avocado and shrimp or pork! Its suuuuper good! read more

taco mex always has the best food!!! This is my go to spot. A local business and very family orientated! The magorona margaritas are worth a mention! read more

I knew i had to walk into this place some day. I was craving some nachos! In general, it's a Pretty cute place. Not very big, super clean, gives you a nice "Hispanic" feeling. The food...Only thing I've ever ordered is the beef nacho plate. ($8.00 and some change) not bad. As a regular, I've had my good and bad days with taco mex. The service is really speedy on weekdays, but as you know, weekends may take a while. The first time, the vegetables on my nacho plate were chopped fresh, and smelled great! The cheese was freshly melted, and the nachos were very crunchy. Nothing like the first time..eh? You never know what to expect with their meals, sometimes they're good, and sometimes they're bad. I remember One time when the nachos were quite stale and the cheese was pretty stiff... tasted like it had been sitting in the back for a while..I was pretty disgusted but didn't complain. After all, I still came back.. How could I not living right down the street.. and all. I remember one waitress who was angry with me because I refused to tip her...(it's not my fault she gave such horrible service!) her exact words, "I working for tips!" Boo hoo miss lady ! and fired she got ! Sad story. but their nachos are the only thing that keep me coming back! I cross my fingers every time! read more

Food was great!! Service was terrible, it took 15 mins to get our drinks, and she never even checked to see if we needed anything.

The staff is very unfriendly as if it would kill them to be kind or even crack a smile. The waitress was short with me when taking my order. And then in walks a white family and all these smiles and cheerful greetings are spewed at them. Guess I wasn't light enough for they're warmth or hospitality. Noted.... read more