The food is absolutely amazing! The nachos were burnt that's my only complaint. The food was delicious and can't wait to return. The service was average. The ambiance is cute and reminded me of a jungle/ forest. Will definitely return. read more

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We came around 6pm on a weekday and it was completely empty. We came here because we saw tik tok videos of how fun, busy, and vibrant this place was but I think we just came at the wrong time and wrong day. The business is sort of in a house? It was small and kind of dark inside. It was definitely an interesting experience,,, The appetizer was reallyyy good, I forgot the name though... The mole however, was not very good. The mole was liquidy and the chicken was dry. Overall, I think this place is more for fun busy nights where you just drink and apps. I'd like to come again when its busier and we aren't the only customers. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Mole - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Tulum is an elevated Mexican restaurant an extensive food and drink menu (especially tequila) too. It's in kind of a weird neighborhood of Somerville that's hard to get to without a car but lots of parking. We started off with two drinks- a frozen mangonada and this passion fruit drink. They were both solid but I liked the mangonada better because the passion fruit cocktail had too much pulp in it! For food, we started off with chips and guac. This guac was some of the best I've had. It was super fresh and you could tell exactly what ingredients they used. We also their pork ribs! The ribs fell off the bone and I loved the warm sauce except it was a tiny bit dry. The sauce was reminiscent of an umami bbq sauce. We decided to try their zucchini dish, as recommended by the manager! I don't love zucchini usually but I liked it. It was roasted with cheese, sauces, and some shrimp. Very creative, Lastly we got the tuna ceviche of the day. I didn't really like this because it was really heavy on the dill. I think it would've been good without it. However the presentation was gorgeous and it came with plantains. Overall the vibes are superb here for a date, girls night, or whatever!! read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Delicious food. Service was a little lacking, we had our cocktails and appetizer before our water was filled (maybe the server just forgot?) otherwise, the highlights were the nachos and fish tacos. Both delicious. My biggest gripe, however, was the michelada. How can you call it a michelada when it's just corona and hot sauce? Where's the Clamato? Anyway, everything else aside the food was incredible and we'll definitely be back. read more

Came here on a Saturday evening and the place was decently busy, but we were lucky enough to get a table for two without waiting for long and without a reservation. We got one of their high tops in a back room that had great decor and wasn't too tight; overall, comfy vibes. The menu had a good mix of food and drinks; when we came, they didn't have their liquor license yet so everything was non alcoholic, but I could already tell their bartenders were pretty skilled just by their mocktails - great flavor. We got an app as well as their dish for two people, all plenty of food. The volcano was a huge amount of food and did not disappoint. While their app had good flavor, I honestly would only return for the volcano - huge, tasty, and just great value. Service was also pretty solid throughout the night. Overall, could not recommend Tulum more. Nice spot to grab a drink or enjoy a good dinner - the only con is that you kind of need a car to get here, but other than that, yummy food and a great dinner! Can't wait to come back to try their alcoholic drinks! read more

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We got takeout here one night while staying in the neighborhood. We weren't expecting much since our decision to eat here was based entirely on being able to walk here. It was a great surprise! The food was really good. We ordered the street tacos, a huge burrito and the street corn and shared everything. We were stuffed! Although we didn't need it, there is a decent sized parking g lot here. Give it a try! read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Burrito, tacos and street corn (all half eaten, we forgot to take the pic). - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

We must have driven past Tulum a zillion times - and FINALLY got a chance to check it out. We ordered the taquitos (appetizer) and enchiladas con mole, along wiht a STRONG maragarita and a Modelo Negra. The taquitos were the star of the evening, and possibly the best we've had in our entire lives. Considering that we travel to Mexico very often (and stay away from gringo spots), that's saying a lot! The mole was a bit disappointing, lacking the depth of the mole rojo typical of CDMX/San Pedro Actopan. In any case, we loved the decor, and the service was impeccable. read more

Super mediocre Mexican food. They defiantly try to make it fancier by decorating the interior the way they did and changing up the plating into something more aesthetic and upscale. However, to pay the prices we did for what we got it was not totally worth it. The Mangonada with tequila was amazing and I loved the shrimp de casa. But the Birria was subpar and was served with a tiny little cup of consome and the flautas were drier than I would have liked read more

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Nice spot, parking seems a tad limited in the immediate vicinity but we copped a spot across the street. The vibe in there is small and cute. Def enjoyed our experience. Our mango nada drinks made by our waitress was on point, good blend tasty and the chamoy straws was yummy especially when cold soaked in the drink. We ordered two straws to go haha i think it was like $4 each. Firstly the shaved street corn was good, i wish it had a bit more heat would have been nice but that's just me. Use them plantain chips to scoop it up. The barria tacos were yummy i would def come back just for that. You get 3 tacos and barria sauce dip on the side (probably ask for extra sauce next time). The burrito Maya was a large portion, so def filling for 2 people sharing. For me it wasn't my favorite but would get again if in the mood for burrito. The churros were a yummy ending to the meal. Came out hot and with the ice cream. Definitely a good cap to the dinner. There was a mixup with our checks; mixed up with another table, but our waitress was super nice and the manager / owner rectified it before we left. Great service. Will be back for more mangonadas, barria tacos and looking to try the chorizo and Chicharron ceviche read more

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The ambiance here is amazing. The restaurant is cozy and a reservation via Yelp is a must during dinner time. They really went all out with the decorations. The salsa was okay, not as good as other places, it's missing something. The burrito on the other hand is amazing. There's a generous portion of meat and really great flavor. This is a great addition and you can't go wrong with their extensive menu. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Chips and Salsa - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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We stopped in last night for the first time for an early dinner. It happened to be a Wednesday, which is half price margaritas, yay! So of course we both tried the house Margarita, which was delicious. Extra points for having tajin as an option for the glass rim.For starters we had the Queso Fundido with chorizo. Our entrées were the Chilies Rellenos and Camaron Street Tacos. Everything was absolutely phenomenal! The perfect flavorful food for a cold December night. Our entire experience from start to finish was wonderful. Great service, cozy and inviting atmosphere, absolutely amazing food and drinks. We'll be back. read more

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Excellent and delicious Mexican food - and a welcomed addition to the area. Amazing pozole in particular. This is on par with similar spots you'll find out in California. Friendly service, and a really cool remodel to the building. Place is gorgeous. read more

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I recently went into the newly opened Tulum @tulum_somerville restaurant, nestled in the vibrant heart of East Somerville at 3 Washington St, Somerville, MA 02143. This gem is a fresh addition to the locale, and while securing a liquor license in Massachusetts is notoriously challenging, Tulum creatively circumvents this with an array of stunning mocktails. Their basil watermelon mocktail was a refreshing delight, scoring a perfect 10/10, while the tajin and mango mocktail, with its tangy zest, was a solid 8/10. If you're a fan of tajin, their signature tajin stick is a must-try! Appetizer-wise, we indulged in their shaved street corn, a tasteful twist on the classic with less mayo, more lime juice, tajin, and queso fresco, earning it an 8/10. Accompanied by flimsy yet tasty plantain chips, this dish is a fantastic choice for those who prefer their corn with a tangy kick. The chicken nachos were another hit, lavishly topped with guacamole and jalapeños, each bite packed with flavor and well-cooked chicken, also scoring an 8/10. For main dishes we tried the cochinita pibil. This dish had slow-cooked pork served on a banana leaf, was succulent and rich in flavor, a hearty 8/10. The chiles rellenos, however, were a mixed bag for me, reminiscent of pizza sauce and cheese, landing at a 5/10. It might just boil down to personal taste. Dessert was the crowning glory of our meal. The flan de mama was exceptionally creamy and rich, easily one of the best flans I've ever savored, a well-deserved 10/10. And the churros with ice cream? Heavenly warm with a scrumptious filling, a definite 9/10. It's great to have a new Mexican cuisine hotspot nearby! I'm eagerly looking forward to my next visit, with the fajitas and mole high on my list. Food: 8/10 Affordability: 8/10 Ambiance: 8/10 Tulum restaurant is a vibrant new addition to East Somerville, promising an unforgettable dining experience with its delicious offerings and warm ambiance. Can't wait to return! read more

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My mom and I had been wanting to try Tulum for a while, and on a whim, we decided to see if we could snag a reservation. While already in the area, we called, and the receptionist mentioned that if we could arrive in five minutes, they'd have a table for us. We made it on time, and when we walked in, the receptionist greeted us. She told us we'd be seated upstairs and that we had exactly one hour to eat. Once other parties arrived, we were told we could finish our drinks downstairs at the bar. We agreed to the time frame, and I have to say--she was very strict about sticking to it! From the moment we sat down, it was clear they were trying to get everything out quickly, and sure enough, they made sure we were done within that time frame. Although we felt a little rushed, the overall service was fair. Now, onto the food. We ordered the chips and salsa, and while the salsa seemed fresh, it was quite bland. Honestly, we'd recommend skipping it, especially with how quickly the food comes out and the almost $8 price tag (or $13 if you go for the guacamole). We weren't sure if the quick turnaround was because they wanted the table, despite there being 6 or 7 other tables available, or if it's just how they operate. However, we do recommend the street corn, which we'd give a 4/5--it was a standout! We also tried the margarita flight for about $26. The coconut margarita was a hit--5/5, as was the mango margarita--5/5. The strawberry margarita, on the other hand, lost points for flavor, so we'd rate it 3/5. The passionfruit margarita 0/5, extremely bitter. My mom ordered essentially sides for her meal. She had the shrimp from the appetizer section ($15.99 for Shrimp de la Casa) since the shrimp in the main menu was too spicy for her. She paired it with a side of rice and beans ($5.50), and with all came out to the portion sizes closely resembling that of a normal plated meal. She rated everything a 5/5 and was really glad that the waitress/receptionist recommended this alternative. I went for the Birria street tacos ($18.00), and I'd give them a 4/5. They were good, but not particularly memorable. I ordered them because the waitress recommended them, saying that many patrons specifically come for it. We really enjoyed the vibe, especially the quieter atmosphere upstairs compared to the downstairs area. The waitress did mention that they mainly seat couples upstairs, so if you make a reservation, just specify which area you'd prefer. A quick note for those considering accessibility--there are a few stairs at the front entrance, so if that's a concern, you might want to ask to be seated downstairs, because there are even more steps going up to the second floor. Overall, we had a good experience and would definitely return, but we'd make a reservation next time to avoid feeling rushed or pushed to hurry. read more

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Great food! Make a reservation if you can forecast in advance. The corn- never forget to get the corn. Second visit and it was as good as the first. There will be a third. read more

The staff are friendly and very accommodating. The vibes are super cool and the music they play will make you dance. The restaurant is nicely decorated. The food was absolutely delicious - flavorful and large portions. The drinks were cute and strong. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Nachos - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Always a fun time coming here basically my second home Come here when your in a mood for a romantic date and good food read more

Great food, drink and service I would recommend this local Mexican restaurant to anyone looking for authentic food. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Wings on wall - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Very disappointed. We called them at 9:15 and asked if they had room for two. The woman who answered that sure just come over. We got there and there was a man at the front and he said that they were closing and that there was no room. It was late so when this feather options and ended up just getting burgers. Boo toTulum. read more

we went to Tulum in Somerville for #datenight I completely dropped the ball on taking pics of the #maincourse because it looked so good and I was starving thr #streetcorn was delicious and well presented the #margarita was a little lime heavy but the #frozenmangoneada was delicious I would definitely order it again the #churros took a while to come out but were definitely worth it the were hot fresh and had a great filling. the restaurant itself is much smaller than I expected so I would definitely recommend reservations. they have off street parking which was great. #dinner #Somerville #mexican read more

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I had a great meal at Tulum last night ! They had the cutest menus I have seen and nice decor. We tried the shaved street corn, burrito maya, birria tacos, mangonada drink, and ended off with churro & ice cream. The birria tacos were spectacular and caught me by surprise because of how good they were. I typically try to avoid ordering birria tacos from restaurants since it tends to be disappointing, however, they definitely perfected their recipe for their birria tacos. They did not disappoint at all & didn't skimp on the meat either. The burrito was delicious and the sauce complimented it well. The street corn had great flavor and paired nice with the plantain chips. Overall, I really enjoyed everything we ordered and our serve was incredibly helpful, as well as nice. We sat upstairs, which had a darker atmosphere but super cute for dinner and they played great music. Parking is a little tricky since it's on a busy street. We were able to find parking across the street. read more

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This place is awesome! Decor is super cool. Food is outstanding. Awesome nachos and shrimp appetizer was delicious. Great margaritas and very good service. We will definitely be back! read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Nachos with chicken - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Very cute interior area with an extra room upstairs with 6 or 7 tables. Everyone gets complementary chips and salsa, but their salsa is bland. I asked for spicy salsa and added it to the main salsa to give it more flavor. I got the pozole. I've been searching forever to find pozole in Massachusetts. I like that this was the red pozole. However, it was 90% meat with very few hominy. I'm used to the soup being at least 50% hominy. For this reason I was disappointed. My fiancé got a burrito and it was amazing. The horchata was bomb. The service was also very good. My fiancé was taking a bite of my soup and the server thought I didn't have a spoon, so we brought me a new spoon. That attention to detail is worth a star. They also have a small parking lot, but it was full when we arrived. They book up fast, so make a reservation on weekends and evenings! read more

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Excited to have finally tried out the new Tulum Somerville! I had heard so much about it and driven past a few times so I'm glad to have finally tried it. As soon as you enter, the restaurant has a fun vibe with 2 levels. We started off with a delicious mocktail and free salsa + chips. Service was pretty quick and efficient especially considering they're newly opened! We ordered Birria tacos and enchiladas and both were amazing. Will definitely be back at this fun spot! read more

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Blown away by this place. Others have commented how nice the interior is when you step inside and I really echo that. What impressed me most was the food, the 2 for $50 dish we got was amazing. So much variety and with an extra couple tortillas my partner and I were stuffed. Service is probably their biggest area for improvement; I got the sense many of the wait staff were newer to their roles. Still, it didn't really impact me or my dining experience so five stars. read more

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The food was okay at best, but $20 for three very small tacos is absolutely not worth it. I made a 6pm reservation on a Tuesday, and after only an hour and right after we finished eating we were asked to leave because there was another party waiting. That's unacceptable. If you're going to rush customers out, you should be transparent about strict time limits or manage reservations better. Being pushed out that quickly completely ruined the experience. I won't be returning. read more

Margarita flight was really good! Unfortunately was the only round we got because they had a 90 min rule that they failed to mention until after we payed. They had a small sign on the table that we did not read. We barely had time to read the menu because the waiter came over and asked us if we were ready to order food with 5 minutes. And then rushed us to order food. I got the fajitas and they pretty good. My friends got the birria tacos and said they were really good as well. If you have time to introduce yourself and make food recommendations maybe have the host or waiter explain there is a 90 min rule. If you want to get something quick sure this is a good spot. But if you're looking to spend time with friends just know you'll be rushed. They were constantly rushing us and we felt uncomfortable. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Margarita Flight - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

This is a small place Very well made drinks Food is fresh and taste is delicious The staff was full of smiles The decorative bathroom is awesome I hope they grow and get a bigger location because they will need the space Good luck to this restaurant read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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The place is nice and cozy! The food is excellent! I had the molcajete, recommended for two, and it was delicious! As far as the service overall, it was terrific and attentive. However, they still have some minor growing pains! There's no alcohol on the menu! Our apps arrived at the same time as our main course! Call ahead to make reservations, as the place is small and packed! Regarding parking, I would park on the street as their parking lot is tiny, and the parking spots are at an awkward angle. I will definitely come back. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Molcajete - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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We checked out Tulum after seeing it on TikTok. Disclaimer the TikTok made it look much larger than it actually was. The restaurant is very small with limited parking. We got the Volcano Molcajete" SHRIMP, CARNE ASADA, POLLO ASADO, AL PASTOR & COCHINITA WITH GRILLED CHEESE NOPALES & SPECIAL HOUSE SALSA SERVED WITH RICE, BEANS, & TORTILLAS. It was very good, but the side of rice and beans was definitely not enough for two people to share. We also got the appetizer of battered plantains with dipping sauce. It was very good. The food was great, the atmosphere and staff were wonderful. But forewarned the videos on TikTok and Instagram are a big catfish. We drove over an hour because we thought we were going to this big exotic place and it's a very well decorated hole in the wall! read more

Food is so so good. Service is spectacular. I would go back again. Actually I been 2x times & each time it great. .

Great place for a date night, make sure to get a reservation. Drinks are awesome and creative and food is really good. The birria tacos and chicharron ceviche smack but the chicken tacos were just ok. Great Latin music and the aesthetics are awesome read more

We decided to try this out on our way back home from Boston on friday night. The place is actually right across from where i used to work and i never saw it there before . Maybe was not open or maybe it is so non descriptive that you don't look twice. none the less the place is quite a vibe , there are 2 diff sitting areas. Where we were seated was a big dark but not as bad. The salsa and chips were decent and their spicy salsa was really good. WE only ordered some apps as part of dinner plan actually 5 in total but since they are in Tapas style it was not a lot . Their Corn with Plantain chips was amazing so was their Machos Dorado. We also had Machitos Muduros which were fried plantains filled cheese and sweet guava sauce , Nachos (simple and good ) and Sopes which were good as well. Overall it was a good night and the drinks were well made as well. Will def go there again. read more

It was my first time coming here with my boyfriend and we absolutely loved this place the atmosphere, vibe, food, drinks everything was a 40/10. I would definitely suggest making a reservation before coming in because they are booked and busy. I got the Birria tacos which I am now obsessed with and the Mijito  drink was too good! Also shout out to our Bartender Nicholas he was amazing and very welcoming with his service. Will be coming back again soon!! read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I tried the place twice 2 days in a row - 1 dine in and 1 take out. I really enjoyed the dine in experience. The vibe was great around the bar, even though the set up was a little tight. The music was loud but I really enjoyed it and folks were up dancing, which was great. I wish there was more than 1 tv to watch sports. I liked the chips and salsa and the guac was good, even though I think it was a small portion for the twice. The chick fajitas were great. I liked the diced up veggies and the meat was well seasoned. It seemed like a good portion of food for dining in. The takeout experience was different. It took a while for us to get our food and the portions were much different. When we got our food, we noticed no chips came with the guac, so I had to go back in. They also forgot the tortillas for the fajitas with the order. The portions for to-go were definitely smaller. It also doesn't say on the menu that there's cheese on the beans but when we got them to go there was cheese that I had to remove. I would go back, but mostly likely to dine in because of the vibes and better service. After having reviewed Tulum earlier this year, this place and the decor def give Tulum vibes. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Chicken Fajitas Dine In - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

We went there on a Sunday afternoon and had a good experience there. The food came quick and hot and fresh. We were especially impressed by the taste of the freshly made tortillas from a separate steamer-looking box. My mom ordered chile rellenos and she absolutely loved it. I also tried some from her plate--- the green pepper was soft and juicy, not very spicy; the inside was flavorful and full of cheese that's melted deliciously. The sauce on the top was my favorite, the ranchero sauce. The volcano molcajete was the original reason that we can here--- so much meat! And after we tried it, I think it's worthy! Beef strips were soft and flavorful. The Mexican sausage was everyone's favorite. It was slightly spicy, full of Mexican spice. On the bottom there was sauce (I think it was bbq sauce) together with pulled pork. It was so good--- the pulled pork was full of sauce and good flavors. I would come back just for the chile rellenos. Would recommend this place! The location is next to a busy street, so I think if you drive you might need to park somewhere nearby. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Chiles Rellenos, volcano molcajete - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Everything was exceptional! The food, drinks, service and atmosphere. Top notch! For more videos on this place and others check out our Instagram @flavorofthetaste :) read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Ceviche de chicharron was phenomenal!! Best ceviche ever!! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Great ambiance and good! We came on a late Tuesday night and there it was decently busy. We got a couple drinks, the ceviche chicharrón and asada tacos. The meat of the tacos were really good and the ceviche was also tasty. Wasn't a big fan of the hot sauce, but this is a great place to check out. read more

Tulum Mexican Cuisine - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

We walked in the restaurant and expected to be seated in the main floor given it was empty but instead we were taken to the back room that was empty and super dark. We asked to be seated in the main floor and were told they couldn't because it was for 3ppl party and up. I repeat the place was empty with just 2 parties. It was early in the afternoon and they didn't make the exception so we just walked out. read more

Went a few weeks back and really had to think about my review before posting. Please allow them grace because it's a brand new restaurant and they're still going through their organization & staffing. It's a small place, max capacity (comfortably in my opinion) is 20 people. Drinks: (no alcoholic as they did not have liquor license yet-they're working on it) Mocktail was overly sweet. Had to dilute it with half cup of water. Apps: salsa (on the house) delicious. Chips were hard. Wish they fried it right before it came out for a fresher taste & warm presentation. Guac (pricey for the servings) but DELICIOUS. I cleaned the bowl. Molcajete (our meal): great presentation. Well seasoned (a bit overly seasoned because it was salty). Like, the adobo and sazon was right up front on the flavor profile. The rice was also overly salted and unfortunately too soggy. The beans were salty. Birria Taco- decent flavors, but the consommé serving was TINY. The serving size was comparable to a chick-fil-a dipping sauce. Overall: it's decent, but it hasn't 'wowed' me enough to go back (for right now). I'd give it a few months, and maybe try again. read more