Well... fingers crossed we are seeing the end of the pandemic and like everyone we're happy to be able to get out again. Wanted to revisit ElCentro for some time now a jumped at the chance. Per usual found seats at the bar( feels great to say that again). Our bartender was friendly and responsive to food and drinks. The chili poblano relleno with barbacoa was perfect, sides of rice and refritos made for a great meal. House and coconut margaritas rounded out a great meal. Looking forward to returning shortly read more

Food was amazing but not please with the waiter we had. This was the first time my family ever went to this restaurant establishment. We made our food and beverage orders from the menu which was a great selection of food and beverages and explain what we wanted to the waiter. However, the waiter constantly kept forgetting what my family specifically requested from him on the menu and rarely check to see how we were doing. Although the food and beverages were great. I would suggest to the owner or owners of this restaurant establishment speak to waiters as a friendly reminder about providing more detail customer service. If you want a good tip from customers pay close attention to what the customers are asking check on them to see how they are enjoying there stay respectfully. The food was five stars but the waiter made it one star. read more

My wife and I came to El Centro for our Valentine's Day dinner and it was a great experience. The chips and salsa are great that you get when you sit down, the salsa had a little heat to it which I enjoyed. I was also a fan of the atmosphere, it is a nice open area with relaxing lighting. My wife got a taco salad which was massive and she loved it. I got 3 different tacos which were all great. I will definitely come back here. read more

Food was good, fresh-service was terrible-35 minutes to get order-no one checked in to see if everything was ok-no drink refill, no water refills..after asking for take home container, no one came back with check had to ask twice. Plenty of staff quiet night-no crowd. 7 ppl in our party they automatically add 20% gratuity. Staff standing around on their phones. Honestly had to ask for everything read more

5 stars simply because everything on the menu was THAT good. I wanted to eat and drink myself into a stomach ache, it was so good. On the outside, I didn't think much into the place but after dinner, the bill was reasonable, service was great, the aesthetic was on point, the options were extensive but not overwhelming, and so on. My only issue is that it was a bit loud and parking but honestly, you get over it. I believe there is a bank or a residential building across the street with a lot so maybe that's okay for parking but I'm not too sure of the rules. Either way, still worth it! read more

Wanted to be hopeful about having a new local restaurant to hit on a Saturday night. Read many reviews and was not too impressed but the only way to find out for sure was to give it a chance. My partner and I were hesitant to go for a full dinner so we actually went elsewhere first for a light dinner and decided to drop in afterwards for a couple drinks and maybe try a ceviche and a taco or two. Bartender was pleasant. Bar was cool. Overall decor was nice. Our stay was not all that long, but long enough to agree with some of the reviewers that expressed this place was not one to shine. There was a table-side guacamole service which was silly and depressing. A joyless guy walking around the restaurant with his cart was deadpan asking "you want guacamole?" It was strange. He explained nothing about what or why he was doing it or cost or anything. It was almost comical. A couple sitting next to us took him up on it . They watched him make a bowl of it for them expressionless . He then reached between them, dropped the guacamole, ignored them and pushed his cart away leaving them with nothing to eat it with . The couple was confused and then tried for five minutes to get someone's attention for anything to help them eat it! Chips ? Utensils? How about a napkin as well? It was so strange. Back to us: the bartender was going to make us a tequila drink that was not on their cocktail menu, but did not have the ingredients once she started. No problem, we opted for the house margarita to keep it simple. It was fine, and we split a ceviche to try it out. We ordered a spicy tuna ceviche and although the tuna itself was lovely it was in a deep soup of straight out soy sauce. We propped up the bowl on a tilt to separate the tuna from the pool of soy. This led us to rethink ordering any tacos and we were good to go. Upon receiving the bill I noticed the margaritas were listed as one of their upgraded types (they have a few different selections of types of margaritas). It was a $2 up charge on each drink (increasing our bill overall by $8). Another previous review mentioned this issue as well so we were ready to pay attention and they did not disappoint. The bartender revised our bill with no question (or apology) and $8 doesn't seem that much, but it sure adds up to a lot for the restaurant if they are hitting multiple clients for it that don't notice it on their bill. Glad we went to Centro to try it for ourselves, but we won't be back. There was nothing special about our experience and when the bill came it felt shady . read more

The rice and beans were cold when they arrived. My meal was so salty, it was inedible. The guacamole is no longer made at your table. It was served cold with no chunks of avocado! My friends meal was just as bad. I mentioned it was her Birthday, and nothing was provided. The only positive of the evening, was the cocktails were good. Needless to say, I will never go back! read more

Delicious fresh food, great, friendly service & casual, comfortable vibe! Haven't had a bad meal in 3 visits!

The best. Tried the shrimp,fish, and taco especial and they were all bomb. The best I've ever had. I've never had an over filled taco with meat till I came here. These people put alot of meat in there tacos. The best ever . Ill be back to taste the rest of the other tacos. . read more

El Centro - Dish taco, shrimp taco and taco especial. - Mexican Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

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Hated it! Our first time there. The noise level was excruciating because of the high ceilings and a very loud large group of people. Awful when you have hearing issues We ordered the same thing, mine with chicken, my Latino husband's allegedly had beef. The only thing he liked was the refried beans which he usually dislikes. I liked them too. I tasted his beef dish which was teeny tiny cubes of something brown mixed with vegetables. At least you could see my chicken chunks. The beef tasted awful. I kept flicking out the tiny pieces of asparagus out of mine because I hate asparagus. The rice was over boiled, split, and tasteless. No doggie bags for us. Other tables got the table side guac which looked delish. Another person's dinner looked good too. I am not crazy about Mexican food and found the menu very confusing. Next La Taqueria!!!! read more

The food was awesome! We had chicken quesadillas, ceviche with the raw shrimp, and fish and steak street tacos! It was pricey but worth the money. The margaritas weren't amazing though. Too salty and the strawberry was spicy...not to the tasting of someone who likes sweeter drinks. Recommended though, definitely check it out. read more

El Centro - Mexican Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

Third time here. We really want to like this restaurant but too many things aren't good. First the good- staff are friendly and pleasant, bring you chips and water right away and check if you want a drink. The chips are crisp and salsa is flavorful. Tacos can be a good choice here- various types are offered as singles, which is great for the customer but bothersome for the kitchen. But most every other dish has been a little off. To be fair, the menu informs you of the alternative style that you will experience. The guacamole is fresh but lacks a zip of lime or a hint of garlic you'd hope for and the tomato and onion lacked freshness. The chilli con carne underwhelmed in its presentation, with a flavorless salsa colorado over under seasoned skirt-steak, but at least there were a couple of tortillas. The chimichanga seemed a quickly thrown together mess, without much flavor- my friend wasn't sure what to think. Their tortilla soup (also known as sopa de lima) can be an awesome dish, but here the broth lacks seasoning and enough of lime and cilantro to give appeal, and typically served with thick, crispy tortillas, had thin, skinny strips on the side. Whereas chicken with mole sauce in the Yucatán is typically shredded chicken rolled into corn tortillas with mole sauce poured over the top, they have a decent quality mole with "chicken medallions" swimming in mole without tortillas accompanied by small sides of rice and refried beans. The chicken were not medallions, varied greatly in size, unevenly cooked and lacked the texture you'd expect in pollo con mole. Overall, the food seems hurriedly prepared and although mercifully light on sodium- often a kitchen's solution to flavor- it is surprisingly a little short on Mexican flavors. read more

Beautiful dining room and bar. Extensive menu. Staff extremely friendly and attentive. Food was amazingly fresh and delicious. Looking forward to going back. Highly recommend! read more

Food was very good. Had a street taco and a quesadilla, then churros for dessert. Service lacked a welcoming vibe. We asked the owner ( or manager) if we could sit outside. He looked at us like we were doing him a disservice as there was someone cleaning a table out there. Then all he said was that they were cleaning the table. We waited, then sat down. The chairs are not comfortable for men. My boyfriend isn't huge, but his hips were squished so we decided to go sit at the bar. We told the owner we were going to the bar and why. He just looked at us. We got to the bar and sat down. We got a pitcher of white sangria. It was not strong at all. The bartender had absolutely no personality. At one point one of the waitresses dropped a glass jar. It looked like she was trying to apologize to the owner and he just walked away. He did, however help her clean up, but even when done, she tried to apologize and he didn't say a word. I really liked the inside of the restaurant. It would be so much better if the staff had a more welcoming vibe and seemed thankful that you came to their restaurant. read more

This place is a wonderful sit-down restaurant if you're looking for authentic Mexican food and delicious margaritas. The food was a little less spicy than I would have liked, but my Irish parents said the spice level was perfect. The flavors of each were on point and the service was fast and friendly. When visiting here, I recommend getting corn on the cob and guacamole which they make in front of you. Impressively this restaurant also has ceviche. When I came here for dinner I ordered the el quemadito and it was delicious. My father ordered the carne asada and my mother ordered flautas and all the dishes review tasty were very tasty. read more

I came here with two of my colleagues as a recommendation from another one of our colleagues. It was relatively easy to find being on the corner of a moderately busy street. There is out side seating for nice sunny summer days on the patio area. We sat at the high tables, which were very comfy and spacious. Within minutes we were all provided water with orange slices which was a different twist, and chips and salsa. We all had the house margarita which was a healthy size and nicely shaken. I got the two street tacos: the Shrimp and Fish taco. They were both big and so flavorful. The fish taco was by far the best one, and I highly recommend . It was a generous size, had so many different sauces, salsa, and other toppings that all mixed so well together. read more

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Very glad we stopped in! Food and margaritas were delicious. They were pretty busy on a Friday night and the restaurant was a bit loud (poor acoustics I think, for the size of the place sound definitely carries) - but overall it was a great experience and I'll definitely be back. Flavors of everything were amazing and portions were also generous - we left completely stuffed and took home leftovers as well. Our server was from Mexico and the service was amazing - very attentive and kind. We tried the fish and shrimp tacos, one of the quesadillas, and enchiladas and loved everything we got. I can't wait to come back and try more from their menu! read more

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Placed looked amazing! But food was so disappointing and cold. Everything was cold; and service was slower than we would have expected when the entire restaurant was empty. It was a shame!! I could see our food sitting under heat lamps!! Drinks were good, and pricey for a Boston suburb- we had street tacos to start and then the ranchero steak and pork Pibil; we left there feeling a "bad full"; I don't think we will go back for food but maybe for drinks... maybe. Truly not the same as the other locations! read more

The service and drinks were ok but the food was meh. I ordered 4 Street Tacos which usually at a good Mexican place means they would get inhaled and scarfed down. Can't say that was my experience here, I took my time with these and actually left two of them almost intact. My wife enjoyed her meal though she got the Molcajete. I tried it also but didn't agree with her that it was good. To each their own as they say! The service and drinks were good so I guess maybe I'll give this place another shot but I won't be rushing my way back there anytime soon read more

The drinks were awesome and thus the one star. The tables and floor are sticky, the ambience is just ok. The food wasn't good - the salsa had no salt, my tacos were dry and the chicken in my tacos was over cooked. The service was very slow - felt like they had one poor waiter working on the entire restaurant. I'd probably only go back here for the drinks. read more

Juan and his staff are providing stellar Mexican in Dedham. The food is fresh and delish! Don't pass of the table side gauc! The service is stellar and I can't recommend this place enough! The margaritas are super too. Dedham has been lacking in quality Mexican and they really stepped up to the plate. read more

It's gets 1 star because the coconut Margarita was so good. Serves was horrible! Our waiter (a male) Bar P was clueless! Got our order wrong, twice! On his phone most of his time. Now let's talk about the food, I think only the chip and salsa come out winning! My chicken was dry, and my hubby's beef taco horrible. I will never waste my time coming to this place! Rather drive to Milford for Mexican food! Don't waste your money here! read more

We gave it two tries. We won't be returning. The service is terrible and the food is just not good. On our second visit, my meal was actually cold. Not good, and actually cold. I ordered a quesadilla, although I'm not sure what was actually placed before me. I do know it was topped with old, brown avocados (please see picture). My husband ordered a chimichanga, his favorite. His dish was also not hot and he characterized it as more of a mediocre wet burrito rather than a chimichanga. Such a a shame, as it's a beautiful space...which reminds me...the exposed venting system kept raining on me due to excessive condensation...in November. read more

El Centro - Mexican Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

I liked it. 4 stars because it is a little too pricey for what you get. For drinks and apps I would give it an A+. The empanadas are to die for. And I also enjoyed the street corn....so tasty. I would go again to share drinks and small plates. They have enough combinations of things that would make me want to try again. I'd skip the entrees...too pricey and small portions. Stick with some small plates to share and drinks. The staff is really attentive. Definitely worth a try! read more

So we ended up here tonight by accident. We were seated right away and the staff were very friendly and service was also good we ordered the corn with cheese and it was tasty .. for our meals 2 fish tacos and a chimichanga w/pork (yum) .. For drinks we a one margarita & two beers. $71 ! The guacamole was bland for my liking. Will go back but not to often or soon read more

Was really looking forward to visiting after seeing this place on the Phantom Gourmet. Service was awful. Waited forever for a server and once we had one, they never even came once to see how our dinners were, never refilled the water and when we finally ordered a couple more margaritas, they never came. I ordered a chimichanga, which was bland and not a chimichanga at all. It was more like a soft burrito, definitely not fried as it should be. I definitely will not be back.... There are too many other really good Mexican restaurants to settle for poor service and mediocre food. read more

This place is the best! Great for kids, fantastic drinks, and delicious food. The portions are generous and the service is friendly and attentive. We came for the first time a week ago and returned tonight. We will be back again soon! read more

Lousy cook. Steak was tough. Two out of three dinners were not done as ordered ( wrong toppings). Nice setting but they need to improve the quality of the food. We have friends who went there a few times and said the same thing happened. read more

It's a new restaurant in Dedham Square which has suddenly become a foodie destination with several new eateries. It's an ambitiously large space with an eye to the future growth of the square. Beautifully decorated with a creative, modern twist. I have been several times and loved everything I ate. I know other reviewers have complained about service but I found it to be very good. The tortilla soup is my "go to" dish - a hearty blend of chicken and tomato broth. It is a soup, but it fills like a meal. read more

El Centro - My favorite st El Centro - delicious Tortilla soup. - Mexican Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

Great food and the margaritas are excellent. Also love the small outdoor seating area.

Highly recommended! Great service, variety to choose from, and the best margaritas in town.

I didn't really like the chips they were stale But the lemonade was okay the noise was Loud and the TVs don't work well we didn't get much service I saw the food being heated up by lamps though my Dad liked His margarita ( I'm not allowed to drink) And the tables were not that clean and the air conditioning was not good and my little brother thought the music was to loud there is only three waiters service the Restaurant is hidden a little and only Two chefs are cooking my dad has to yell to get the waiters attention my dad liked the salsa and he tasted beer he said it was okey and they just left the to sit there for 20 minutes for no reason there food is okay I think you should go here if you like Mexican restaurants you should go here if not do not come here read more

Pros: convenient location, great ambience, people are nice. Sat at the bar the first time we went and had two great margaritas, so we decided to go back. Cons: we happened to go on Valentine's Day, and they had a ridiculous fixed price menu: $63 per person including an app, entree, dessert, and three drinks each... yikes! This is in a suburb; how are people supposed to legally drive home? After watching three couples leave, we felt bad for the restaurant and decided to stay, and it wasn't that great. Maybe it's better on a normal night? We'll never know! read more

Best Mexican I have tried in a long time! I was skeptical, but drinks and food were delicious!

Honestly, Taco Bell would have been better. Just felt the food was over salty. The wait wasn't that bad. Would I go back. Maybe for the drinks read more

El Centro - Mexican Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

There was a rat in the restaurant and told the manager about it but they didnt seem to care and thought we were crazy. The manager was being rude and the cooks were giving us dirty looks. We asked to get a discount because usually in a situation like you get a discount but they didn't want to. i was excited about this place but overall bad customer service, except the waitress. read more

This place is hands down the best place for authentic Mexican food in Boston or Dedham area. The chefs are from Mexico, and they prepare your food with love and passion. The restaurant is clean and staffs are very professional. I highly recommend this place. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised at how good the food was after seeing some less than stellar reviews. Empanadas were good. Rib eye tacos were awesome. I will definitely go back. Get the watermelon margarita. read more

Absolutely delicious food!!!! I'm really amazed thats everything I order I really enjoyed. My family and I will absolutely be coming back read more

El Centro - Guacamole is delicious!!! - Mexican Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

My husband and I came here for dinner and we both said to each other this is THE BEST Mexican restaurant we've ever been to. From the minute we walked in we were greeted by friendly staff and led to our table where we got our drinks pretty much instantly with great recommendations from the waitress. The guac is made table side and it's so delicious. Everything we ordered came almost instantly and had so much flavor. The spicy tuna civiche, the taco especiale and the fish quesadilla were AMAZING. Disregard all of the bad reviews, this place has excellent service, food, and all around ambiance. Highly recommend. read more