Tenoch Mexican

Update on my review from a year ago: Tenoch is definitely the best Mexican food in the Boston area. It is very close to my favorite restaurant in the area, too. Their tortas are FIRE. wowee those tortas taste good. They really stand out from the crowd. Their meats are so rich and savory. It's the perfect torta! As I mentioned in my previous review, I love the chicharron torta, but any flavor is good.Their chips also surprised me. They're actually quite addictive. Usually I don't expect to be wowed by chips and guac, but Tenoch's chips are next-level. I'm not sure why, but they have an amazing crunch to them. Maybe they're extra deep fried or something.

The food was good, and the price was great for the quality. The restaurant is an order at the counter type. It's a good place to go for a late night chat with a friend over a meal.

Just needed a quick snack. Wished I'd had more room because I wanted every taco on the menu. Settled on carnitas & sangria at an outside table.

Sad to say I thought the Huarache with Asada was pretty terrible. The "Huarache" was just a larger corn tortilla. There were some potatoes lettuce and minced beef as "Asada" on top. They only had salsa Verde and it was kept in the hot table along with the other meats so it was boiled to death with no flavor, heat or tartness. No limes had touched it. I do not understand the high ratings. I'm bitter that yelp let me down sooo bad.

Out of the other Mexican taquerias in Davis Square, this is the best one Ive tried. I had the chicken burrito and taco de suadero. The chicken burrito was close to what I was looking for - good size, not too salty, includes all the textures. I wish that it was a little bit spicier because the side salsa we received did not have a kick.I would skip on the tacos, unless you are fine with tortilla that looks like its just from the grocery store. The meat however tasted great. I just wish that the sauce enhance it a little better. As for the service, I was standing in front of the cook for at least 5 minutes not knowing where to take the order. I hope they at least acknowledged me! But when they did take my order, they were kind and serviceable.I definitely like the decor in the walls and ceilings. Great location to chill and enjoy the ambiance. Overall this would have to be my go-to spot for burritos, and I will still be on a mission to find a spot for tacos.

I really enjoyed the tostada, loaded with shredded pork. It hit the spot on a very cold night. Tenoch has a great menu, fast and friendly service, clean tables and very good value.

I regret avoiding Tenoch, because I have some high standards for Mexican food. Like why did I do that to myself?My friends love Tenoch's tortas and I see why, even though I'm not a torta fan. The bread is perfect - just ever so slightly crispy and not like you're biting into a cracker. The filling is hefty and flavorful and I was left feeling so full. However. I am a taco stan. And their tacos are CHEFS KISS. They're one of the best places in Boston. Every taco is fully loaded, the meats are flavorful, and I haven't had a dry one yet. Whenever the horchata is available , GET IT. It's also one of the best one I've had here. Not overwhelming sweet and nicely cinnamon-y!

What looks at first sight like a Chipotle knock-off offers much more than any chain ever could, doing so in an approachable and unpretentious manner. I've eaten a LOT of Mexican food in my life. I grew up on Taco Bell (gross, huh?), and eventually graduated from TexMex like ChiChi's and eventually your favorite local place that charges $9 for a 3# plate of food. Then my parents retired to Arizona where I first got a taste of AUTHENTIC Mexican food... and Tenoch took me back to the moment I realized just how GOOD Mexican food can be... when not ruined by us Americans. It doesn't matter what you want... tacos? Got 'em. Enchiladas? The best I've had in Boston in the 3+ years I've lived here. Tortas? Never had 'em, but people rave about them (I'll get to this later). Chips n' guac/salsa? Homemade and as good as they look/smell. Tenoch delivers the goods on a price point that undercuts the major players in the market (Chipotle, Anna's, etc.) and ooze value while delivering better tasting food. While they are universally known for their tortas (essentially cheese-stuffed paninis with meats and other toppings), I went with the enchiladas mole. Mole is one of those things that is either amazing, or cheaply done and nasty. There is no middle-of-the-road mole, and Tenoch is damn near the top - even when compared to the mole I've had in Arizona and Mexico. My wife had the tacos and they were fantastic. It's not a fancy place, it's not your bloated American chain, and it's NOT bland. You get better food at a cheaper price while supporting a small, local business. It's literally around the corner from us and we will become regulars. If you like authentic Mexican food, Tenoch is a MUST try.

Pretty good food, but the employees have really bad attitudes. I want to enjoy the food, but it's always soaking in grease from the meat. They don't drain it even after I asked them not to. The place is a little small and mostly clean. Please do better so I can come back

The food is really good, my only qualm is you've got to choose wisely a few of the burrito/tacos can be a bit on the greasy side. Nonetheless, I'll continue to go back, it's good food and super quick.