Returning to this fave spot after 25 years and it is just as delicious as it was back then. So glad this place has turned into a restaurant, I remember it as a window/counter on the side of the wall. This time I got the vegetarian and boy it was just perfect. The now medium size was just right and I love the beans -- just like how I remember it. On Fridays they have a vegan sandwich which my friend got and she loved it. read more

Chacarero - Vegetarian sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They have new chips now! Not as crunchy as before but pretty...pretty...pretty good Made with 100% avocado oil - sea salt - jalapeño - purples with salt - bbq - Salt and vinegar The new One size sandwich seemed larger when they first changed it. Sometimes I feel like more chicken is there and other times it just seems like the old small version? Either way it still tastes delicious and I love it so! The empanadas are so filling & flavorful and change regularly, give it a try, you won't regret it! read more

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I have been going to chacareri now for 10 years ... best chicken sandwich.... so good... love the spicey spread and the stringbeans... read more

Chacarero - Chicken sandwich with stringbeans and the spicy spread. - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Delicious sandos! I got the Combo Sandwich and the Rosemary & Garlic Baked Fries. The sandwich was great: unique bread, plenty of protein, and hefty. The green beans didn't detract from the flavor of the sandwich and added a nice textural component to it. The jalapeño sauce was pretty mild whereas the habanero sauce packed a serious punch. Go for the beef over the chicken as the chicken was slightly dry. Solid fries too (especially the Spicy Mayo dipping sauce--absolutely bomb, definitely one of the highlights of the meal). Very hospitable owner and hostess. It clearly is a cherished establishment as people were constantly coming in and out read more

Chacarero - Menu as of 4/30/26 - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I successfully beat the lunch rush and picked up a small chicken original Chacarero sandwich which came with avocado spread, tomato, and green beans. Hold the spicy sauce. The chicken is thin cut white meat, which was fine moistened up be the avocado and green beans, but the bit that overflowed the bun was a little on the dry side. Service was pleasant. I was satisfied. $13 after tax for the small original chicken make for a reasonably priced lunch these days. read more

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One of my OG go to sandwich shops in downtown Boston. The pairing of Munster cheese with string beans and peppers with bbq beef is not your typical sandwich but it works and tastes good which is why they draw so many people each day for lunch. The spicy beef is a bit spicy for me and the chicken is usually dry so I like the beef! read more

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What a gem! We stopped by for lunch and it did not disappoint. Upon walking in, we were warmly greeted by the hostess that welcomed us to her family's restaurant. She asked if we had tried Chilean food and proceeded to kindly explain the menu. We opted for a small BBQ beef sandwich and a drink. The food was prepared by the owner/hostess' father, and the owner/hostess' mother helped us with our drinks. The beef was soft and delicious, with unique flavor in part to the slow cook spices, the green beans, and the avocado spread. Highly recommend! read more

Chacarero - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Delicious Chilean food. We tried the bbq beef sandwich. Bbq Beef was delicious, soft and flavorful! Pair with your choice of drink and it will be delicious. The wait time to receive our food was not long. Inside seating is available. Thank you for providing a pleasant experience during our visit. See you next time! read more

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My 31 years working in Boston, this is my favorite place, the best tasting sandwich. Yep, I'd bring it on the desert island if I had to choose one. read more

Unique and delicious institution that is as good now as when I first had it 25 years ago in a different location. Everyone is always friendly too. My favorite Boston lunch spot read more

Came here at 1 pm as they do close at 3 pm to find the lines long and fast. People had already placed orders or already knew what they wanted when walking in. One of the owners sweetly suggested we try their BBQ combos as they marinate the chicken and beef. My friend and I each order a large combo of the BBQ and original and split. Both sandwiches were so flavorful served inside soft and chewy bread. Although toppings were similar, the original had more of a pesto based taste and was spicier in my opinion. The BBQ was served with roasted bell pepper and tomatoes which I am a sucker for and was my preferred as a result. Overall, the food was phenomenal and the staff were so kind. I will absolutely come again to this hidden gem and hope others do too! Now I understand how they are able to stay afloat with their limited hours and rightfully so. read more

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Dry Chicken, whaaat? Hate to give this Chilean sandwich place only 3 stars but the barbecue chicken sandwich came with chicken so dry I had to fish most of it out. And flavorless, dismaying considering they claim to marinate their barbecued meats overnight. Everything else about this sandwich was superior, from the fresh baked bread to the spicy sauce, the avocado spread, tomato, cheese etc. Hopefully this was a one off culinary hiccup and not the norm. read more

Chacarero - Barbecue chicken sandwich (small size) - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This place is awesome! I've heard so many good things about Chacarero, but could never get there on time until recently. Got there at 1pm which was the sweet spot. The line was long but moved quickly! Almost everyone in line was a regular and did not waste any time. It's sandwich shop with a small section to sit and eat. The staff was so friendly. They knew it was my friend and I's first time and were super patient with us. They kindly recommended we get a combo and a bbq sandwich. I ordered the bbq while my friend got the combo. Both were so tasty and great portions. It was my first time eating a Chilean sandwich and it was an experience. The meat was fresh, the avocado spread was great, and I really enjoyed the crunchy green beans. I also asked for their homemade hot sauce which I recommend. I can't wait to go again! read more

Chacarero - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The sandwiches at Chacarero are very solid, good ratios of chicken/beef and veggies to bread, my favorite is the BBQ combo. The prices have risen sharply over the past few years making it hard to justify going there and the dining area is small and noisy. I would recommend ordering as takeaway and enjoying in one of the near by parks. read more

Chacarero - BBQ Combo sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

One of my first experiences with Chilean cuisine! I ordered a Small Chacarero Original. One thing's for sure: the sandwich is unique in that is uses green beans! While I don't see myself ordering a burger with green beans, here it works well. The sandwich was generally well balanced. The bread was terrific, and was plentiful meat, cheese, and veggies. However, a few key things were missing which kept the chacarero in "alright" territory. First, the meat desperately needed some basic seasoning. The chicken was nondescript, and the beef had only roasted beef flavors. Second, I feel a more generous slather of the avocado spread would be welcome. Finally, while I ordered the sando spicy, it had no perceptible heat of any kind, though this could be chalked to my fire-roasted tastebuds. Thus, with a lack of salt, pepper, and heat the chance to ended up being bland. Finally, where it comes to value, you get a hefty sized sandwich (even for a small) which has a fair amount of ingredients. As for service: it was very efficient, which I appreciate for the lunch rush. So what were left with is an almost great sandwich with some issues that made the experience lackluster. Though, salt, pepper, maybe some banana peppers for crunch is all it would take to move into four or five star territory. read more

The combo is a contender for top sandwich in the city. This is a great spot to grab lunch for any financial district worker. There will most likely be a line, but it moves fast and is a nice busy atmosphere for a lunch break. read more

One of the things I miss about working Downtown is my weekly sandwich from this place. Large chicken and beef combo with tomatoes, green beans, Muenster cheese, avocado paste, and hot sauce on freshly baked Chilean bread. This sandwich is single-handedly responsible for an 85% drop in office productivity between the hours of 1-3pm in a 1-mile radius. read more

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Delicious homemade items including the bread. However, the menu is a bit confusing as it doesn't clearly explain the protein options and spice levels. read more

Chacarero - Barbecue beef - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Visited Chacarero this week - it had been a long time. Staff was super friendly, but the dine-in seating was closed to customers. These sandwiches are best eaten warm, and by the time I got back to my office to take that first bite, the meat was luke warm and everything seemed a bit dry. Needed more avocado spread and seasoning, but they still make a really unique, tasty, and satisfying sandwich. At $15.18 for a large combo though, I won't be a regular like I used to be in DTX... read more

Chacarero - Cross section of Large Combo sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I haven't been to this location. The last time I had their sandwich was when they were near Filene's 30 years ago. I had the barbecue chicken with everything on it and it was just as delicious as I had remembered it. The chicken was moist, the spread was tasty, the green beans gave it great flavor, and the bread was wonderful. Sadly, I don't work close to here any longer but I will try to come back when I can. Juan and Andrea were wonderful host and hostess. read more

My first time. To expensive and no flavor. Good menu, but when you order them; not available

I love this place. The barbecue chicken sandwich is my go to with a little extra hit of their hot sauce. It's a family owned, scratch environment which also adds to the atmosphere and service. I would recommend to anyone as a lunch option to their downtown rotation. read more

It's a standard order. A vegetarian sandwich. Sometimes small, sometimes large. But always tasty! The veggie sandwich comes with toasted bread, cheese, avocado spread, their house green sauce/chutney, tomato slices, roasted red pepper, and the not-so-secret ingredient anymore, steamed green beans. I would never think of such a combination of ingredients would work well on a sandwich, but Chacarero wows me every single time. Every bite is so full of flavor - spicy chutney, sweetish red pepper, tangy tomato, creamy avocado and cheese, mild beans, and the crunchiness of bread. I've also gotten take out from here and then reheated the sandwich at home on a pan. It definitely holds up, no change in flavor. Customer service is top notch. Friendly with a smile. You order at the register and the sandwich is prepared at the counter. You can definitely eat in, chairs and tables are available. Get there earlier in the day rather than later, sometimes they run out just because they're so good. They're only open on weekdays. I've also tried their baked chicken empanada and it's good too. But the sandwich is truly the star of the show! Every time I'm in this area, that sandwich calls out to me. And I come running! read more

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Short line around 12:30PM on a Friday. Pros: -Efficient line system where you pay in advance and then go through the counter assembly line--I went through a short line in less than 5 minutes. -I appreciate the simple menu with limited choices -Soft bread -Spicy(?) avocado spread Cons: -Chewy/dry meat (I would opt for just chicken or maybe veggies if I returned) -- Small Combo Sandwich ($10.81) Soft bread, about 4oz of meat (beef + chicken), cheese, avocado spread, tomatoes, and green beans. The best part was the avocado spread which I think had a little spice to it (or maybe it was the cheese). Unfortunately I found the beef to be overly chewy and the chicken to be very dry. Otherwise, this is a filling sandwich and can be split into two meals. I'd consider returning if I was in the area. read more

Chacarero - Small combo ($10.81, December 2019) - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Tastes like something you would eat at a school cafeteria, complete with dry meat and a styrofoam plate.

The food is very delicious. I'd recommend the barbecue beef sandwich. (What I got) and include everything (unless there's a topping you really hate I suppose). It's very tasty and I wish they would be open more. The service is fine, and the ambience is acceptable for a lunch restaurant. I believe the bread is made fresh and it is very nice read more

Chacarero - BBQ Beef - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I know this business has been around for a while..years. Thank you for sharing your culture, your food with us. A staple in Downtown Boston. Delicious food great atmosphere and friendly staff. read more

Chacarero - Soooo yummy so worth the trip into downtown Boston . Its been around for years. A staple in Boston a must try. - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

KISS - "Keep It Simple and Short." Also, "Stick to what you're good at." And Chacarero does that and they do it well with a very short menu of Chilean-style sandwiches. Not a tremendous amount of variety here with the "Original" and the "B-B-Que" in chicken or beef or chicken and beef. A vegetarian option as well. Large or small. A few other side items but the big sellers are the sandwiches. Order and at the register, then work your way through the rope lines where the sandwiches are prepared in order. Easy. Bruce says, go with the original in chicken or beef (I chose beef) and "all the way" which includes a spicy sauce, Muenster cheese, tomatoes, avocado spread and, yes, steamed green beans. Trust me, they're delicious. Coolers with drinks are available and a very few tables for dining in. read more

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The combo sandwich is amazing!!! We would definitely come back!! It's delicious!!!!!!

Very tasty sandwiches and pastries, super nice staff, wish the hours were better......

I was really looking forward to trying a Chilean eatery in Boston as I visited Chile in 2019 and was seeking out familiar tastes! I ordered the barbecue combo, but it tasted just alright! It wasn't the tastiest sandwich I have had, but it was definitely a reminder of the Chilean taste I hd when I traveled there in 2019 with the way the meat was prepared and how the avocado was added. I think for the price, though, I would most likely not return. The sandwich in total with tax ended up around $16 or $17, which is more than I would have liked to pay for a sandwich. read more

This is one of my top 5 sandwich places in boston for 20 years now since they open next to Filene's. A couple of years ago they moved to their new location inside their own place. It's always fresh, and the quality is very consistent. read more

Chacarero - The sandwich open. Guacamole, green beans, tomato, chicken, chilean hot sauce, salt, pepper on flatbread. - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Tucked away on Arch Street, across from St. Anthony's Shrine, is a little gem. Chacarero. I have to admit, I don't vary when I go here. Chicken sandwich, all day. Yeah, the one with the green beans on it. Green beans? On a sandwich? Seriously? Yes, green beans on a chicken sandwich, seriously. Just thin cut, well cooked and seasoned chicken breast, with "hot sauce" a delightfully spicy guacamole, and some mayo on bread they make fresh every morning. A substantial and delicious sandwich. Sides/drinks are extra. Service is fast and pleasant. It's not really a sit and eat place but if the weather is nice, it a great sandwich to eat while people watching outside. If I just get the sandwich, I can get out of there for about $10. Highly recommend but there are less expensive options around. read more

Combo original sandwich is delicious! Better with hot sauce. Salad is very good-love the dressing! Salad come with greens or spinach, boiled egg, black olives, feta cheese, tomatoes, green beans, and protein of your choice. Sweet potato fries are baked and a nice treat without too much guilt. Beef empanada was very tasty. We've been there a couple of times now and will return! Nice staff! Not too much seating. read more

The food is very good! The lunch service is fairly fast and the lines move quick! We love going there for lunch and wish our office was close so we could go more often! read more

Chacarero has literally become a landmark for me and my colleagues. When it was announced that we were moving offices, this was the first thing that was pointed out: "Oh man, we're going to be down that little alley to Chaca. THERE IS A DIRECT PATH TO CHACA." There is a small sit down area if you want to eat in (we usually grab the sandwiches to go. My favorite thing on the menu is the barbeque combo. You get chicken and beef on bread, topped with cheese, sauce, green beans, avocado spread, tomato, roasted bell peppers, and salt and pepper. If you love spicy food, you can ask for extra hot (original spice level is relatively mild). The extra hotness level depends on the day (hahaha #same), but it ranges from "That has a great kick to it!" to "I am sweating so much, this is better than a detox or a sitting in a sauna." If there is a line (and there's probably a line), don't let it scare you away. Chaca has the most efficient sandwich making system I've ever seen. Seriously. See you there! read more

Chacarero - Line/sandwich making station - Sandwiches Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I stopped by for a quick bite and got a large chacarero original beef sandwich. I've never had chilean sandwiches before, and what makes it different is the thin sliced, churrasco (grilled) style beef. The sandwich had tomatoes, green beans, muenster cheese, and avocado spread! I would say that the sandwich is similar to a torta. The plus side is that the ingredients are fresh and it was fairly quick before I got my order and was on my way out. The green beans took me for a surprise, but life is full of surprises! I think I could do without the green beans, but I suppose thats what makes the sandwich well rounded. If you're in the mood for a simple and filling sandwich, this is for you! read more

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First timer. Really fresh and flavorful. I had beef, friend had beef/chicken. Both were equally good.

You order at the small counter and then go online to where the food is to get your order. The staff at the counter was very sweet and explained what was in each other to us and answered our questions. We ordered a BBQ chicken empanada and a combo sandwich. The bbw chicken is really spicy but I also cannot handle spice. The combo sandwich was mediocre and bland. It tastes fresh from the avocado and the tomatoes. It was also the first time I got green beans on a sandwich. The green beans were similar to that of public school green beans. Three stars for the food and four for the service. read more

I've been a customer from the time they were on the side of Filenes, about 20 years ago. Still a customer to this day. They have the best sandwiches ever. Fresh, quality ingredients, meet you all the time. I love the spicy sauce they make. It really is my favorite hidden spit in Boston. read more