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Taco Mex

3.7 (155 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Bandeja Montanera
Mandy L.

Came here for dinner because there was a good amount of people inside. Super happy we went with the crowds Pros: - Mango agua fresca was a great portion size and extremely refreshing (not too diluted and not too sweet) - I usually go for steak tacos but shrimp was really fresh and paired nicely with the ripe avocados - Bandeja Montanera was delicious - all the different textures and spices worked really well together Cons: - Really tight space

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Jesan A.

I've always walked past this place in my neighborhood and it's consistently been busy with a mix of both locals and visitors alike. One evening I decided to give it a try. this is following a long and exercise field day so I really needed some thing to nourish all of those calories expended. I have the combination all included tacos platter and my friends had the meat platter and tostones chicken. The food is really feeling and hit the spot. If you're looking for some Mexican food this is a great spot to check out in Boston. The meat is less thin and grilled compared to a typical Carne Asada and gives off more of a steak vibe and it's great! Everyone around us was ordering the drinks and they looked massive with a capital M!

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MaKayla G.

Food was average, the chips and salsa were very very disappointing! It was literally watery with no type of chunks in it! The chips seemed very generic like it came out of a bag they weren't warm, salty or anything. Best part of my meal was the rice and beans! Service was extremely slowwwwwww. Spent a long time waiting to be greeted and also to close the check. Not sure if I will be back due to the service being extremely slow.

Naked chicken burrito
Bob G.

Anytime I'm in the area I always enjoy a spectacular meal here! Fabulous food and service. You can't go wrong giving this place a try!!

Lu-Shien T.

I ordered a tipico montenera (mountain plate) with borracho beans and rice, fried ripe plantain, chicharron (crispy belly pork), and a slab of carne asada (steak), and salad. A thimble of salsa pulls all the elements together. Perfect with a lime margarita (on the rocks, not frozen, so you can really taste what you're drinking). The servers are effective but are not here to give you the warm fuzzies :P

The Tough And Honest Critic O.

Huge margaritas and guacamole. Great food. Nice outdoor space and indoors is thoughtfully decorated. Nice service. Down to earth and solid prices.

Owen L.

This places is 5 star for food quality. atmosphere and price. Margaritas Mango was great. I even had a sparrow joined me for dinner. The quantity was a lot. It is also a bonus if you can find a seat in their out door seating. Go early to get that outdoor seating. I ate a block away in another Tex Mex but can't compare with this place. I was visiting Boston for a meeting and this was a nice memory.

Trying to be sneaky

Always check your bill before you leave !! It states Tips are automatically added on tables of six or more. But we're only two people, yet it still asks us if we want to add more of a tip? Wasn't the 18% that was included enough ? Look at the bill

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Bailee P.

Had a decent experience at taco mex this weekend. It's right off the maverick t stop so the people watching from the outdoor seating is out of this world. The margs are good, I think on the rocks are better here than the frozen and I usually only drink frozen. The staff is really nice and the guac is also delicious and fresh!

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Nicole S.

If you want raw shrimp come here. They don't cook the shrimp fully here. I kindly asked the manager if this looks cooked and she said "yes that's how we cook it" Cool raw shrimp is what they serve here.

Steak entree. Shrimp tacos. Beef tacos. Yum!

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8 years ago

This place is literally a whole in the wall, not a lot of sitting but Pupusas are outstanding!

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Whenever I am in East Boston, I eat here with my babydoll Rosie. We love it, and we're usually hung over. It really gets the job done.

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Thank you for your visit, and we hope to see you soon!

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7 years ago

Great food, good drinks, and great service. If visiting and want something other than pricey tourists spots. Taco Mex is your place

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7 years ago

Best fish tacos and burritos I have ever had. But drinks are not good.

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I just ate the most delicious quesadilla IN MY LIFE. It was vegetarian and only $5. I am SUCH a fan.

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