Love this place! It's reasonably priced, has good drinks and delicious food. I always get the esquites, guac and plantains. The tacos are great and I love the rice bowls, especially the ahi tuna one. Good vibe and service can be a hit or miss but you order and pay right on your phone with a QR code so that's nice and easy. Don't forget to end the meal with churros! read more

bartaco Seaport - ahi tuna rice bowl - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Update: I'd like to accept the managers offer to help, but no one actually reached out to me as stated... ‍ The food and the service were both a bummer. Bartaco is my favorite restaurant but I will not be returning to the seaport location again after such a bad experience. I Would have loved to be able to tell my server that my food was not good and not what the menu said but she never came to check on us and was too busy socializing with other staff. I did not get the dinner I was so excited for and unfortunately ate an uncrustable for dinner after paying for a full one I didn't eat. read more

Great family space! I love brining in my wife and kids here all the time. Good options for kids food and even better drinks!

Not gonna lie, my expectations were low. It's a chain and I try to go to non-chain when I travel, but it was dark out (meaning it was like 6pm) and it was right next to our hotel, and dinner was needed. I will say every time we passed during our trip, it was packed, so that was a good sign. We ordered this to go. I stayed really simple and on the lighter side because all we did in Boston is eat and drink delicious (and heavy) food, so I did the kids chicken quesadilla and the chicken tortilla soup. I was shocked how much flavor the soup had - good heat, not too thick, and with the chips on the side it had a satisfying crunch. I ordered a side of avocado to go on top of my quesadilla and it was also enjoyable. Good char marks on the quesadilla, good amount of cheese and chicken, and the avocado on top was a delight. Overall, if we stay in this area again, I would go in for happy hour and try the margs and have a snack. It was an elevated quick service Mexican spot with decent pricing and good portions so I'll take it for a convenient bite while I'm in the area for sure. read more

Great place for street tacos and guacamole. Decent prices and cool atmosphere. Lots of vegetarian options too. read more

bartaco Seaport - Guacamole and salsa verde - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This used to be our go-to taco option for the longest time but the last 2 times we visited (dinner times) during the summer, it wasn't as great as it used to be. Atmosphere 4/5 - Depending on the time of day/night, can be very loud and not the best option for children. Plenty of seating but highly recommend jumping on the waitlist. Food/Drinks 3/5 - We had a variety of tacos (fish, duck, pork belly, shrimp) but not one jumps out as a must get. Duck doesn't seem common in other taco places so perhaps that's one to try. Cocktails were good but nothing too special or must get. Highly recommend their street corn and the roasted chicken off of the kids menu. Service 4/5 - Our waiter checked in on us frequently despite how busy it was. read more

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First time here, 2 o'clock lunch. It was loud, but not that crowded. The menu is broad, everyone should be able to find something that makes them happy. I liked everything I got, including the guacamole, uyster taco, and tuna poke. My deduction of 1 star for the self ordering. I don't go to restaurants to be looking at my phone. It took both of us a couple of tries to get in to place our orders and enter credit card. The app added an 18% tip automatically when I checked out. It's clear you could get human help if needed by lifting a sign at your table; just be aware techno-phobes. read more

it was a Saturday afternoon about 415. our whole experience wasn't bad but we were large group and that's always difficult. Food was good .that's where the positivity ends Took 55 minutes to get our margaritas, which were the highlight in all honesty(the spicy was exceptional) Service was poor both at the bar where we couldn't seem to get anybody's attention to get a drink and were consistently passed over. But the reason we're bothering to even leave a review is that the ordering of the food and the delivery the food was totally f'd up. We filled out a form,put our names and then everything came out haphazardly. it was a total mess. Management please take note. Also, the small group next to us had similar problems and they had children so that was also difficult we've been to Miami Bartaco.. it was awesome. Big disappointment here. read more

Ambiance is cool but service is so horrible I don't understand why they even have servers I would rather order through phone then have ppl who won't come to the table. Food was good she recommended get three tacos and didn't need three. Nothing crazy would probably not go again. read more

Another great visit to Bartaco in the Seaport. This is one of my favorite restaurants to visit when I'm in Boston. The manager, Connor, is always so friendly and you can tell he really cares about the guests and staff experience. Our bartender, Ethan, was amazing as well and made some delicious drinks. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

Bartaco is open for your late night taco cravings. It's a clean fusion of flavors with friendly service. You order from the QR code and they say that you should do 4-5 tacos to fill up since they're small (street tacos) and pace yourself. I ordered 3 with a small kale Caesar salad and it was the perfect amount for me. - Baja Fish Taco: A small piece of fish with good flavor and a bit crunchy. The slaw and taste was similar to good fish tacos in LA. - Glazed Pork Belly: Sweet caramelized sauce, slightly crisp ends, and sure to hit your pork belly craving. It pairs well with their rojo sauce. Highly recommend getting this one if you're a pork belly fan. - Duck - Tangy a bit dry with a slight bit of grease. It was ok overall. I believe I ordered the wrong thing and should have actually ordered the Duck Birria. Next time, I guess! - Kale Caesar Salad - Excellent, refreshing and had a tang to it. The crumbled croutons provided a nice complimentary texture. I contemplated going back to bartaco the next day to try more fillings like the squash blossom which had run out by the time I had arrived. A good place to get your taco fix and it has a simple menu! read more

We love bartaco, and are still sad that the one in Birmingham closed, so when we saw that there was one nearby where we were staying, we knew we had to stop in one night! We did have to sit and wait and for close to 30 minutes as there was a long wait for a table, and no seats at the bar either, but we soldiered on, knowing it would be worth the wait. We started out with the duck quesadilla and the ceviche as appetizers, both of which had more heat than expected, but were otherwise great. We then had multiple tacos a piece. Each of the tacos are smaller than your hand, which is why they recommend getting 3-5 per person. We don't mind - it lets you sample lots of the different great tacos they have. We then ended the night with their churros, a favorite dessert. This location went a little light on the chocolate sauce and added a vanilla sauce as another dipping option. The vanilla was ok, but I think we both would have preferred to have just more chocolate sauce and not have to worry about running out! Thanks for having us bartaco. Now we just need you back in Birmingham! read more

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Bartaco seaport is the best place in the neighborhood for a sit down bite or takeout with great food for a great price. The staff is incredible friendly, particularly Sam at the front has gone above and beyond to take care of my family every time we show up. Can't say enough good things about the place. read more

The atmosphere and vibes from this restaurant is AMAZING!! I had so much fun here we had a great host and great servers. It was our first time here and the host did a great job at informing us how to order. Here's the schpeel : * Normally you 3-5 tacos per person and you pick and choose which combo * The "not tacos" are essentially appetizers like the street corn and plantains !ATTENTION! YOU MUST get PLANTAINS! They are heavenly good and the garlic aioli is just the perfect combination !! Tacos : * STEAK 3/5 * A little dry, lots of flavor, good portion. *DUCK 4/5* Lots of flavor, juicy but not enough umami flavor. *MUSHROOM 5/5* SUPER flavorful; so juicy, good portion and it tastes amazing i could go vegetarian if I had these everyday. *OYSTER 4/5* So good, so crispy, but the portion was so small :( *GLAZED PORK BELLY 3/5* Super flavorful but seriously only 2 small bites of pork belly in my taco? It's so empty *SHRIMP 4/5* Yummy and spicy. *CHORIZO 4/5* Super flavorful definitely real chorizo but kind of dry. *BAJA FISH 5/5* Definitely what you expect from a fish taco, crispy, refreshing and a light taco. Overall, tacos were good but meat portion is skimpy and sparse. There are sauces and condiments you can use to add into the tacos but stand alone is okay. *DUCK BIRRIA 3/5* Super interesting because I never had duck birria, I normally have it with beef. With that said, the duck flavor is not even there and the consomé is so bland. Super underwhelming with the meat portion as well. You would not want your first birria experience here. *STREET CORN 4/5* So good! Kind of spicy... *Tuna Tataki 4/5* Wrap it up and it's a refreshing tuna wrap! Fresh fish very good *SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD 4/5* Reminds me of Chinese cucumber salad! OVERALL, I had a lot of fun here and the food is definitely fun and lots of variety. I enjoy the nacho chips where you break them into pieces. Definitely a spot to bring friends and have a good time! read more

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Always a great place for a night out with friends. The tacos you MUST ALWAYS GET: Glazed Pork Belly & Baja Fish. These two tacos are consistently bomb. The taco that was surprisingly disappointing was the Ribeye. It had so much potential but ended up being like dry bulgogi. They also don't take reservations, so it's better to arrive earlier since the waitlist is always long. read more

bartaco Seaport - Salsa Verde - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Always such a great time here! I have celiac and love how many things I can eat with not a worry! Margaritas are also amazing and the staff is very helpful and nice! Great for a night out after work, a weekend dinner, or any time you're craving a great taco and a perfect margarita with fresh squeezed lime. read more

Bartaco Seaport is one of those places that just gets it. Consistently great food, great energy, and a staff that makes you want to keep coming back. The food is always on point - fresh and flavorful - whether you're looking for a quick bite or a longer, relaxed meal. What really sets this location apart is the team. Every single person is kind, attentive, and welcoming. Special shoutout to one of the managers, Sam the man! You can tell he truly cares about the guest experience and his team, and it shows in every visit. read more

Small Guacamole and Chips - guacamole was really good but there wasn't really enough for all the chips. Street corn - super flavorful and the corn was sweet. Plantains - the plantains were super sweet. I thought they were supposed to be tossed in salt and cayenne pepper but I didn't really get any of that. The dipping sauce it came with helped balance the sweetness a little. Tacos - the pork belly and mushroom tacos were the one to get. The sesame ribeye taco lacked flavor and was very dry. The pork belly was crispy and had a little bit of flavor. The mushroom taco had so much potential but it wasn't seasoned enough. Pomegranate limeade - super super sweet. I couldn't even finish it. read more

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Friday night was jumping. Decided to get take out because it was too crazy. Took some time to order but they stay calm under pressure. Super cute and clean and service is on point. They just need more help. Outside seating on the patio. Prices are great and food was pretty decent. The Guacamole is really fresh. read more

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Fantastic family space. Great food and drinks as well. We always bring all of our friends who come visit to Boston

Came here on a Tuesday evening around 5:30pm and while we were allowed to sit at one of the tables that allowed you to get drinks and chips/guac, we ended up having to wait around 20 minutes for a table for 7. I'd suggest getting here pretty early if coming after work on a weekday if you don't want to wait, especially since they don't take reservations! The online ordering system they have is decent, but ultimately full of bugs and a little confusing. One of our party didn't have their order go through, leading us to wait so much longer for those tacos to come out since we had to submit it twice. I also wish that if we're allowed to place orders as individuals, they would give it to us on separate plates rather than all at once -- in a COVID world, having it served on the same plate isn't the most sanitary as we're all touching each other's food to get to our own. The service was nice, but our server kept calling us 'guys' (mix of folks who identify as he/him and she/her) which one of our party pointed out over and over, but he didn't realize the misgendering was bothering her. It ultimately didn't leave a great impression and soured the rest of the experience. Overall, the taste of the tacos at the very least was pretty good. I had 4 tacos and was pretty full afterwards so I think 3-5 would suit most people! I had the fish, chicken, duck, and pork belly -- the latter was most definitely my favorite. The amount of meat and the flavor/texture was fantastic. The fish was a close second, but honestly, I'd order any of those again! In the end, I find Bartaco a decent spot foodwise, but the service and ordering experience was pretty disappointing. I wouldn't come here again if it was my choice, but I encourage people to try it at least once to gage their own expectations and form their own opinions. read more

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Service is great and the food is still spectacular. Great taco restaurant - I used to stop by the other location on my way to nyc and it still is delicious! Thankful it's so much closer now! Also love the order online feature. Food comes out as you order online. Love it! read more

bartaco Seaport - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Bartaco is located in a really nice area in Downtown Boston. Compared to the other eateries around the block, this was by far the most affordable. The quality of the drinks and food were great--I tried 6 different tacos, their chips and guacamole, street corn, and duck quesadillas. The duck didn't really taste like duck, but it was still good. Their drinks were also great. We were on the waitlist for about 90 minutes, so make sure to check in early then walk around the area. There's a really nice waterfront across the place, so there's plenty to do to kill time. Definitely recommend checking this place out! read more

bartaco Seaport - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Seaport taco spot!! You must try! Drinks were delicious & food was incredible!! The server was super nice and was very knowledgeable of the menu. Foodie throwback to summer when we had brighter days!!! They have such an awesome patio with perfect views of the builds and streets of Boston. Walking around seaport is the best way to spend a day in Boston by the water. Tacos & margaritas coming right up!! read more

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Overall good vibes, great service but quality of food is lacking Fish tacos: get this! Of the ones I tried, this is the only one worth getting. Crispy fish with toppings that cut against the deep fried flavors. The fish was still the star of the taco tho! Pork belly: overhyped! Pork belly was too dry and not seasoned enough. Oyster: the two pieces I got were tiny and didn't taste fresh. They were overshadowed by the tartar sauce. Other people with me were not too impressed with the seasoning on the shrimp and duck tacos as well. read more

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Most of the taco options are great (salmon tataki is my favorite), with only a few being average (like the sesame beef). The tequila flights are excellent but can vary in size and presentation depending on who's bartending. Tip: the kid's menu roast chicken is very tender and a great value! read more

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So many tacos, so little time! Tried the Baja fish, tuna and pork belly. All delicious but the pork belly was surprisingly my favorite! Wanted fish ceviche but it wasn't on the menu this time. My date also enjoyed the street corn on the cob - very cheesy and buttery. read more

bartaco Seaport - Tuna taco - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Had a great time last night with family, here . The place is vibrant and fun and food is delicious. Does not take reservations but you can add your name online as you travel to this location and check the wait status. There is no paper menu, rather you need to scan the barcode and it opens an app' from which you can open a tab and keep ordering till you are ready to close your tab! Pretty cool and does not depend on a server to come by to take orders as and when you want to order more . Food was great as was the service which was super quick with every order we made ! Delicious margaritas and tacos, freshly made sauces and dips and really yummy churros and tres leches for dessert !! Greg, who is one of the managers, was awesome and super friendly. We love this spot and will def' be coming back!! read more

EXTREMELY CUTE taco bar that I imagine could work for ANY kind of occasion- friends, dates, birthdays etc. It has a very fun atmosphere to it. Casual and sort of loud FYI. Seats around the bar are plenty and fantastic! We tried a couple of sodas and tacos (all seafood types).. and sure you'd think the taco prices ($4-5) are quite reasonable... until you see that they are literally the size of maybe a credit card. See the photo I attached. The rim of a glass is basically the side of one taco. So order at least 5 or 10 if you actually plan on feeling full. Anyway, they were good, nothing super memorable but well seasoned and not too salty which was great. If I didnt live a little far from Seaport, I would totally make more of an effort to come here! I'm always about trying new places, but this place seems like its worth visiting at least once. I don't believe they take RSVP- but they do send you a text once you put your name in the queue. If this review hasnt sold you on this place, TACOS. Seriously, need I say more??? Enjoy :~) read more

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My friends and I stopped by this place for a late lunch and drinks, and we were pleasantly surprised by how good everything was! The ambiance is lively, and the staff is very friendly and energetic. Our waiter told us they have the best margaritas because the limes are freshly squeezed, so we couldn't pass them up! He was right--the margarita was super fresh, light, and tasty. In addition to the drink, I ordered the chile-lime shrimp, spiced chile verde, baja fish, and sesame ribeye tacos. All the tacos were really good, but my favorite might have been the baja fish. It was super crispy and paired perfectly with the lime provided. Overall, the food, vibes, and drinks were all excellent, and I would definitely come back! read more

bartaco Seaport - Baja Fish, chile-lime shrimp, ribeye, and chile verde tacos - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We had a wonderful experience this weekend! Our son has a number of severe allergies, so it's rare that he gets to eat safely at a restaurant. Sam, the manager, patiently answered all of my questions and explained their thorough allergy protocols when I called a few days beforehand. Our server, Jenny, went through the whole menu and cross referenced the allergies with all the ingredients to mark all the things he could and could not have. Sam also checked in throughout our time there to make sure everything was safe. The food was delicious and fresh! We thoroughly enjoyed the salsa & chips, pork belly crispy rice bowls, beans, and the tacos. The pork belly crispy rice was probably our favorite. Very flavorful and texturally exciting! We are so grateful to Sam, Jenny, and the rest of the staff for welcoming us and for being so accommodating. We'll definitely be back when we're in the area again. read more

I could have sworn I wrote a review for Bartaco before! Summary of first review since my memory is great with food more than anything. My husband and I were having mini vacation in Seaport for our anniversary in April. We were walking around the area in search of food and stumbled upon this restaurant. It was PACKED. No reservations allowed it was a first come first serve and a 2 hour wait. We were starving but we were committed. The most important taco you need know about here that you can't (at least as far as I know) find anywhere else are the pork belly tacos. SOO O O O GOOD. Also got the plantains cuz I love them and who would I be of i didn't order? Watermelon and pineapple skewers good Street corn - good Pickles - can't remember Fish taco - ok. Usually fish tacos are my go to but weren't to my expectations. Roasted duck - good Tuna tatako - good but actually wish it was on taco Chili-lime shrimp - see current review Sesame ribeye - good Crispy oyster - the was disappointing :'( Glazed pork belly - if you know you know! ---------------------------------------- Current day Came here on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. And to my shock it was empty in comparison to the last time I was here! Got seated immediately. I was mainly interested in the pork belly, shrimp and roasted duck this time but my husband wanted us to go halvesies on more tacos so here's what we got this time Roasted duck - good, seemed a little dry but my friends said theirs was juicy. I'll still order it the next time I go. Chili-lime shrimp - if I had remembered how spicy the sauce on this was the last time I wouldn't of ordered it again. My mouth was burning at least 2 tacos later. Glad I started with this one instead of having it last. Spiced chicken verde - good Fish taco - see above from previous visit Street corn - wasn't so great this time seemed like it was selling slowly that day. Pork belly- like i said.. if you know U KNOW I got 2 :P Chorizo - need to get my husband's feedbck on this one as i did not taste it. Both times what I liked about the experiences were that the barcode is specific to each table and whether you are dining with your partner or with a group of friends each of you can open multiple tabs at the table so no one has to worry about how to split the bill in the end and it's a great way to keep track of what you ordered. So once you order, it goes to the kitchen and the only time you have to interact with someone is when you're seated by the host and getting your food from a server. And paying the bill is done through your phone as well. Very smooth system. read more

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Bartacos is an unique experience of eating Mexican food! Firstly, their ordering system is pretty cool - everything happens over the app. We found it convenient. Service was quick and drinks they served were epic! We loved the finger licking great tacos! I would return here anytime for the chorizo! One small concern I found was the lack of fajita - not sure why they did not include in the menu. Other than that, seating was amazing and ambiance was noisy but great! Heads-up, you might find it difficult to park your car around, street parking is quite limited - plan ahead. Recommended highly! read more

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Bar taco was amazing! We took our 10 week old and year and a half year old and their kids menu is AMAZING!! We sat outside and they were so friendly. Food was great. read more

Went here for dinner. Tacos were overall okay, nothing particularly special in our opinion. Our tacos were cold when we got them. Some of them seemed to skimp on the toppings, especially the duck taco where there were just a couple tiny pieces of onion. The guacamole was nice and had a strong lime flavor. I would have liked to see more hand sanitizer around, since a lot of what people order here is finger food. I also thought it would have been nice if on the order interface the names of the items actually had descriptions of what would be in the tacos, drinks, etc. like there is on their actual website. Host was nice and attentive to guests' needs, restaurant has a nice aesthetic and the margaritas were good (could be a bit stronger). read more

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Came to this place on a whim and it was really good! The staff was super friendly and kind. We ordered a bunch of tacos with a group. The flavors were incredible, our main issue was how small the tacos were. The prices were really high for the size of taco you get. We really loved the taco flavors, but probably wouldn't go again due to the small portions and high prices read more

Thank you to the manager, Greg. He acknowledged the neglect and unreasonable long waits that my table had. We had an awful experience with long waits, multiple missing items from orders, and poor service. The food was great, but the experience ruined the meal overall. Bar Taco was a staple restaurant for me over the past few years as I always take friends visiting from out of town to this restaurant. After this experience, it is unlikely I'll come visit on my own accord. Super bummed! read more

A friend treated me to a birthday lunch, and I ordered three tacos (chicken, shrimp and fish), the fried plantains and the pomegranate lemonade. I was very happy with the portions. You will need to order at least three tacos. The tacos are fairly small, but pack intense flavor. The fried plantains were really sweet (how I like them), slightly crispy and speckled with a little cayenne. I enjoyed this meal and will be back. read more

bartaco Seaport - Fried plantains - Tacos Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Amazing food and drinks. The ambiance is lively, making it a great place to hang out. Service was quick even when the place was packed! Even though it says that the place is kid friendly, the lighting in there is dim and it can get loud for younger kids. read more

I mean, this is a classic dinner and after works drinks place in the Seaport! I've been a couple times before and Everytime it does not disappoint. We sat at the bar which is first come first serve - definitely make a reservation because it gets extremely busy regardless of the day of the week. I'm vegetarian and I loved all their taco options. I tried the falafel taco for the first time which I loved - especially with the habanero sauce. I got my all time fav mushroom taco which I could eat 10 of if I could! read more

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