bartaco

Recommended by a friend and the place was amazing - both price and vibe wise. This place doesn’t take reservations but you can join their waitlist online to be sure of seating. Once we were seated, they gave us a menu to mark our orders. We got a taco teaser, green juice and watermelon mint margaritas, falafel tacos, cauliflower tacos, one chicken taco and a Baja fish taco - each and every single taco is a flavor bomb. The street corn and sauce on the taco teaser was amazing as well. The drinks were okayish - didn’t hit the right note. Vibes of this place is earthy, rustic utilitarian so that adds up to the whole experience. We called it a day with a tres leches cake - and oh my goodness, I never had one that good all across Boston! Highly recommend it. Other than that, the service is friendly and warm. Overall, had a nice time - recommend it for vegetarian options, cute dates, and fusion Mexican food.

The vibe is so nice and perfect for a date night, the service was fantastic as well. All the servers were informed of our allergies and were careful, patient, and attentive to ensure we had nothing to worry about! The tacos are very good, would most recommend the mojo pork and pork belly! The only thing I'd say was lacking were the drinks. For $14 it felt underwhelming, yummy but tasted more like juice than a cocktail! Overall great place and the service, food, and ambiance really make it stand out!

This place has a perfect combination of exceptionally good food and service. The tacos and drinks are crazy and lives to the name of restaurant “BarTaco”. With that name, you need to serve great tacos and drinks and this place nails it. The servers are very attentive and the GM - Samuel legit cares for the guests and will make genuine efforts to make your experience memorable. He treats everyone with respect and is super attentive even about tiniest details. The bartaco margarita spiced up is a must try. They celebrated the national tequila day by hosting DIY margaritas on July 24th. Will definitely visit again

I stayed at the hotel right next door and the hotel staff recommended bartaco. For 7pm on Friday it was extremely crowded so seemed like the right choice. I was lucky to get a seat at the bar as the wait was 30 minutes. I ordered two different kind of shrimp tacos and pork belly. Pork belly was definitely the winner out of the three. Definitely was on the louder side since it was so crowded so for anyone that doesn’t prefer that scene I would plan to arrive earlier or sit outside so you can still enjoy the good tacos.

If you're looking for a fresh, modern twist on Mexican cuisine, bartaco delivers in style. With unexpected touches like chopsticks at the table and bold, elevated flavors, this spot brings creativity to every bite. The hot sauces alone are worth the visit, but the real stars are the thoughtfully crafted tacos and shareable apps. Don’t be fooled by their size; these tacos pack serious flavor. The pork belly and shrimp options are standouts, and with a variety of unique combinations, there’s something for every palate. Pro tip: five tacos make a satisfying meal without overdoing it. Must-try items include the crisp, refreshing cucumber salad, the zesty shrimp ceviche, and the light, flavorful ahi tuna lettuce taco, each clearly the work of a chef who knows how to balance creativity with crave-worthy taste. And don’t sleep on the drinks. From house-made limeade to fresh, seasonal cocktails, bartaco rounds out the experience with just the right kick.

My friend took me to this buzzing restaurant, and let me tell you, the energy was electric! We waited about 20 minutes, but it was worth it we even strolled around a bit before getting seated. Once we sat down, the menus were right in front of us, and it was so much fun to check off what we wanted. Pro tip: the tacos are small, so don’t be shy order a bunch! They were mouthwatering! I accidentally ordered from the kids' menu, and while the steak and chicken were drier, the lobster 🦞 with street corn and tortilla was a straight-up 10/10! Our server, Lana, was incredible so sweet and super helpful since it was our first time there. The food was to die for my friends dove into the duck and pork tacos, and they got everything you could dream of! 🔥😱 And then came dessert oh my goodness, it was a total game changer! We devoured two orders of churros and some fresh, homemade gelato. I couldn’t believe how delicious everything was; we wanted more but were just too stuffed! 😩🥹 I’m coming back for round two! I took videos, but I didn’t know I couldn’t post them, but I took snippet of the video!

So much flavor! 🌶️🌮🍹 We started with a spicy margarita, you could really taste the fresh lime. 🍋 My husband was sweating from the spice, but I loved it! The pork belly and Korean beef tacos were absolute standouts. 🐷🥩 The verde salsa was fantastic, though it’s served with “break-your-own” chips. The unexpected highlight? The cucumber side. Unbelievably flavorful and refreshing! 🥒✨ We’d recommend skipping the street corn on the cob 🌽 it was missing flavor and that grilled flair we were hoping for. Back to the tacos: the pork belly was amazing, and the table rojo sauce added the perfect finishing touch. 🔥🌮

Lunch at this Bartaco location in Seaport was great! The sides of Esquites and Black Beans were seasoned well and accompanied the tacos well. The Pork Belly, Chicken Verde, and Baja Fish Tacos were our favorites. The half roasted chicken came with a fresh sauce and a substantial portion. Tacos are a bit expensive overall, but the ingredients are high quality and each taco has different, interesting flavors. Everyone will find some type of taco that they like!

This was the BEST dining experience I have ever had! Hollywood was a phenomenal waiter and the service was great! Hollywood was so good he honestly made the night. I am not usually one who writes about service but he seriously made the experience so incredible. This guy deserves a raise!! It was my fiancés birthday and he got there the full staff singing to him and he got us some amazing desserts! He went so far above and beyond he hugged my father and it brought a tear to his eye! This man is incredible and deserves a raise!!!!! Or a promotion!!! The food was also phenomenal and we lived in San Diego so we're picky about Mexican! Everything was made fresh and we got a drink with the bartender before who was also so kind! Ambiance is also great for a fun birthday out!

A decent taco bar. Plenty of room and all types of seating available indoor outdoor at the Bar long tables and standard tables. We noticed many young folks with kids. It was a Saturday around noon. The tacos were good and came with flavorful dipping sauces salsa verde and a hotter red sauce. The guacamole was very tasty and was served with medium sized tortillas. We had a Very good server. You can order from the your phone with a code or from a human. All very easy. I also had a Reviver cocktail quite delicious. We would return. Mark & Nancy.

I absolutely LOVE this place. The first time I went was in Nashville and this is my second time, but in Boston. They're consistent with the food and service. I also love how they have a giveback program tied to their menu. If you order a certain taco, they donate part of the proceeds to a charity. They rotate the taco each time and it's noted on the menu when you order. I came for dinner around 7:45pm on Wednesday and they were decently full, but I was still able to find a spot at the bar. My server, Dani (or Danny - not sure how she spelt it) was AMAZING! She was so sweet and was so patient when I asked repetitive questions. The food and drinks. Just wow. I love the tequila and Mezcal selections they had. The flight was a great way to sample some of them. I really like how their tacos are so small and reasonably priced. Each one is like 2-3 bites and I can get multiple to try all different flavors. I also think each taco is really flavorful and doesn't even need additional sauces, though they're available if you want them.

Bartaco was the talk of our trip to Boston. I went with a group of work folks and we loved it so much that we went twice! Their crew was super accommodating to our large group, which was helpful. Many places try to do tech to assist the ordering and payment process, but they're clunky. Not here! A seamless way to order, pay, split the bill, etc right from your phone. Super cool. Outside of all this, the food is excellent!

Great variety of tacos and even better margaritas! Loved the fish taco and pork belly. The marg definitely sneaks up on you since they're so tasty. Service was great, except they gave our tacos to the table next to us by accident and we had to wait just a little longer for ours.

TL;DR: These aren't hyper-traditional tacos, nor as they supposed to be. These little pieces of heaven are delicious, varied, creative, and balanced. The margaritas are also top-tier, and as fresh as they come! Great service, fair value, and an awesome vibe and location rounds out a terrific experience. ~~~ After reading one of my usually long reviews, a friend commented they are more like blog posts. Ever since, I've truly embraced that concept! Yelp is chock-full of simple and effective reviews; the kind that would make Sebastian Maniscalco* happy. These are a paragraph, maybe two, not a 18-page essay on asparagus! Maniscalco unabashedly called me out as at times I write up to the character limit! Sometimes even past it, having to trim and summarize while cursing under the my breath. So, I have some Story-Times for you: 1. When I was younger, my parents would always buy pulp free OJ. That was until one day they bought "Grovestand" loaded with it. You know something? We all loved it! 2. I have been on a quest to find the best taco in the greater Boston area. The best I've been able to come up with is in Manchester, NH (until now, hooray!). 3. I once bought one of the spicier hot sauces I saw on Hot Ones, the "Morita Bourbon Maple Reaper." Delicious and hot, but manageable, despite having reaper peppers in the mix. I say this so you get an idea of my spice tolerance. 4. I once tried a Dyson vacuum with that laser-enhanced brush head. Sounds like a gimmick - it is not. With that out of the way, onwards! First, the margaritas: I had the opportunity to try the regular and spicy Bartaco Margarita. I thought the limes being squeezed in front of you was a gimmick, it is not. This makes the drinks as fresh as they get, and the teeny bit of lime pulp that makes it in adds to the freshness. The margs themselves were top-notch! They were superbly balanced in all domains. The house tequila they use was smooth as silk. I didn't *think* these were too boozy, until I felt like dancing on the bar top after one (slight exaggeration, but you get my drift). Final note: the spicy margarita is properly spicy - I am not saying you cannot handle it, but I am saying this is not for the faint of heart and/or those who think green Cholula is hot. Then there were the tacos - I will [uncharacteristically] spare you from agonizing detail on each of the eight tacos I ate. However, I will say these were all distinct, interesting, creative, and of course, mouthwateringly flavorsome! The protein is not skimped on, nor is it falling out. Similar to the spicy marg, the spicy ones were fire! I mean.... can I get a glass of milk, please?! (j/k - but not really). My only critique is that in the pork belly taco, while delicious, the protein was a little tough. Otherwise, all around fantastic, and I didn't even reach for the homemade hot sauces. There is a time and place for authentic, meat/onion/cilantro tacos. However, sometimes you want something a little more fun, and this is the case with Bartaco. Speaking of fun, the location is modern and hip, and despite being very busy, the service is kind, attentive, and speedy. A great atmosphere for a Friday night without having to bring earplugs. I'm not about the club scene, anyway. As for value, while $3-4 per taco is not the cheapest around, the eight tacos I ate (a large helping, if I say so myself) came out to ~$30. Not at all bad for the quality and location! Similar with the margaritas, $13.50 in light of everything seems more than reasonable! * No shade intended, he is genuinely hilarious, and can call me and my antics out any day the week.

Bartaco is a great design of a restaurant. QR code menu, order at will. Comes out as it's ready. Solid listing of tacos with creativity. Yummy iced teas, great tequila drinks and amazing Guacamole. The vibe is wicked cool inside and small outside patio if you prefer. Full bar and a menu that requires a number of visits to get through. This is a must if you're in Fort Point.

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.

Food: Tacos were good (nothing special, but portions were SMALL). I could've easily eaten like 10 of these! My friends' Tres Leches, Street Corn, Chicken Taco Soup, Beef bowl did look super good though, I would get them next time if I was hungrier! Service: Food was really fast, but expected, as portions were so small. Waiters were really helpful in how to order through the app and how to use it as well! Ambiance: I love it! The store is super cute (came during the daytime but I would come at night too), the store is really clean, lots of natural light. Lots of seating as well. It's a cute spot, but definitely expensive for what it's worth.

I've been to Bartaco a handful of times over the last few years, and it never seems to disappoint. It's a good spot for just about any occasion. I've been for birthday dinners, a graduation party, and a coworker holiday lunch. During weekday lunch, it's definitely more of a corporate crowd, but on the weekends/eveningw, it's more of a mix. The food is very solid, and there are lots of options. Mexican isn't exactly the greatest in Boston, so that makes this place and easy win. If you're going for the tacos, make sure to order a few, because they're on the smaller side. Love that they have funky options like glazed pork belly and tuna tatako. I'm sure I'll be back!

Rly small tacos so it seems cheap but it's not, but flavors r good, there was a nice crispy fish one and a nice soft flavored pork belly one, chicken also v tender It's a self ordering system, so easy to order more as u go. Food comes out a bit slowly tho. Ambiance inside is also very nice, Boston red bricks plus comfy casual vibes w bar stools and couch cushions etc Worth trying at least once for all the unique flavors!

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!

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!

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!!

Came into this taco joint with a bigger party with a work event. The location is great - easily accessible from several offices in the area. They only had outdoor seating for us which was decent(but it was kind of toasty that day sadly). The ordering system requires a QR code which is kind of cool, but also kind of annoying at the same time. A manager had to come resolve some issues for us in person. If you're in a big group, it can feel a bit troublesome. I'd probably prefer to order things the old fashion way for the group we had. The menu had a great variety of taco options. I was definitely surprised to see duck on the list - you don't see that everywhere. It was also a nice touch that you could swap tortillas for lettuce wraps in case you're looking for something lighter. I enjoyed a lunch combo with tortilla soup and three tacos. Definitely a solid filling. The tacos felt slightly pricey, but I think that might be the going rate for street tacos + being in seaport probably doesn't help either. Thankfully, being in a work event, I didn't feel the pinch. Service seemed nice, but I didn't feel like I interacted with them that much given the QR system.

It's tough to beat west coast Mexican food, this place was alright. I needed a quick lunch spot with some colleagues so they opted for this spot and I wasn't too satisfied. My overall review is that the price can't be justified for the quality of the food. I ordered the rice bowl with spiced chicken verde chile + herb marinade w/ aguacate salsa. It was topped with a few bell peppers but I wish I had more veggies or maybe some pico de gallo. It wasn't a bad dish but it didn't really taste like "upscale" Mexican food. I also ordered the plantains and they were very good! They were very ripe and sweet and paired with a sour cream based side dip. The online billing system is not the best. You're required to ordered through your phone and pay via phone as well. If you don't close your bill I'm a timely period then an automatic gratuity is added. A benefit is that it's close to hotels in seaport so if you're looking for a decent meal this places is really close.

This is the first yelp review I've ever written, but I had to download the app because of the exceptional service I received from Hollywood at Bartaco Seaport! He was truly amazing and made our time at Bartaco incredible! I can't say enough good things about him!

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.

As you enter bar taco you are greeted by friendly staff and directed to your seat. You order with your phone, which was slightly challenging but easy enough. Next, the food came quick. Not only was it quick, it was delicious. There is such a variety of food you would never get bored. The place is worth checking out.

The food was fantastic, and only made better by how amazing the manager Hollywood was. That man goes above and beyond to make your experience special and deserves a raise! 10/10 would come again.

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.

My experience here started off rocky. When we arrived the wait was 45 minutes and the place was packed on a Tuesday. We sat at the appetizer table and bought some guacamole and drinks. We then realized that no one was leaving the restaurant and that 45 minutes in and we'd been waiting for over an hour. We'd decided to stay and wait it out. FINALLY, the people started to wake up and leave. We were seated 15 minutes later. But let me tell you, I'm so happy we stayed! That pork belly bowl, and duck taco was AMAZING! I wasn't into the fish taco so much. I'm back in Texas and I want this meal again! I've craving it! I'll be sure to visit this spot on my next trip!

I can't even tell you how amazing this place was. The staff was so friendly and helpful to explain how the menu works and the online ordering experience. Don't let the online ordering option deter you because they have traditional menus as well. We sat outside and it was the perfect ambiance. As oddly as it sounds the best taco was the pistachio cauliflower taco. It was such a unique taste explosion!! The others in the group voted for the pork belly as the favorite. Can't go wrong with any so try them all!!

I've been to this restaurant a couple times in the past. The first time I came here, they had full table service with waiters and waitresses coming around to take your orders. That was a couple of years ago. Most recently, I visited in mid-November 2023. it looks like you order through a QR code on your table and somebody brings out your order. You can start a tab and close out whenever you want. I've seen a few of these restaurants around, but they're usually more casual spots. I wouldn't necessarily call this restaurant super casual, but I also wouldn't consider it super fancy. The ordering system was pretty easy and we had a lot of different servers come by to check on how we were doing. It almost felt like someone checked up on us every couple of minutes and each time, it was somebody different. He I wasn't sure if the restaurant was divided into sections or if it was just people walking around checking on who looked lost haha. The food here is excellent and decently priced. It definitely feels like you get your money's worth. They have a lot of really fun options for tacos. The most unique one I had was the tuna tatako which was a slice of raw tuna wrapped in a little piece of lettuce. I had three other tacos and shared chips and salsa with a friend definitely a fulfilling lunch. If you're in the area for a conference or just a casual day in Seaport, consider this place for a nice casual lunch!

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.

Great place for a quick small bites but super tasty! The service is good but different. You use your phone to place the food order via QR code. It is fast and efficient. The decor is fun and interesting. The drinks are very reasonable and the are fresh brewed or squeezed. The ribeye, mushroom, and pork belly tacos were all a hit! I would totally recommend and will be back next time I'm in Sea Port.

Online ordering! Fast food kind of experience. We ordered 8 tacos per 2 people. Taco was not great and many of them looks similar in taste! Except for the seared tuna taco. Which was great. I believe you need to order 5 taco per person as least for lunch as the portions are very small.

Tacos are good. I had pork belly and duck tacos. Size was small though, so get at least 3. Service was poor. We were sat down without a menu, and they didn't take our order for 10 minutes, we had to flag them down. They didn't make us aware of the sauces on the table (yeah it may have been obvious, but we still missed it). I like the decor. Chance of revisiting: 40%.

Delicious food and drinks and intimate but fun ambiance. Sam the manager on shift was super friendly and helpful when one dish took a little longer to come out. Would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a unique and tasty dining experience.

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!

I thought this place was great and I was able to try new things! I got the nojito to drink which was tasty. For food I did the pork belly taco, no onions, and the duck birria quesadilla, no onions. I've never had duck or pork belly but both were delicious! If I go back, I'd get the pork belly tacos again for sure and then try some other tacos as well. I like that you order on your phone which allows you to customize your order a bit more. The chips were interesting as they are full tortillas and then you break them yourselves. I don't feel as if they give you enough chips but they brought us more. My coworker enjoyed her tacos as well. I'd definitely return when I'm back in town!

As part of a multi day / multi city work trip, stumbled into this place late on a rainy Wednesday. It was loud, busy, but the service was amazing, the tacos were great and the drinks were phenomenal. I was trying to take a work call there, which was insane, given how loud it was.

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.

Bartaco: A Cozy Taco Haven Bartaco has been my go-to spot, whether I'm hanging out with coworkers or enjoying time with friends and family. It's got a comfortable vibe, and there's a bonus - you can take a seat at the bar and dive into a variety of drinks. The ambiance, I should note, can get a tad loud, but it's generally tolerable. This time, my taco feast included the Pork Belly Taco, Fish Taco, Crispy Oyster Taco, Shrimp Taco, Shredded Pork Taco, and the Salsa Platter. The tacos were fantastic, and here's a tip: you can fill up on just four of these delights. I'll be back whenever I get the chance. Bartaco has this knack for making you feel right at home, and that's something I truly appreciate.

the spiced chicken verde tacos were my favorite! the other tacos were good. overall, the flavors were great, but the portions were on the smaller size for the price. the ordering system was also a learning curve since it was our first time there. i would def recommend, but am not eager to go back and dine there again.

Bartaco is a fantastic taco chain with a cute coastal New England vibe. They have outdoor seating in the summer which is great. Each person orders individually on their phone, which is a great method when going out with friends to avoid splitting checks. It also allows you to order multiple rounds which is fun. Drinks are also delicious, with rotating drinks of the month.

My first bartaco visit in a minute,last time was in Nashville a while back. It did not disappoint! Located in the seaport district it has a good vibe with a solid menu of tacos,apps and some really good sides.friendly fast service and tasty cocktails (think signature margarita) tacos are on the smaller side but 4 will fill the belly,corn tortillas seem to hold up better than the flour choice, great cucumber salad side dish also. Good price point,bravo!

Tacos were very good, service not so much. We waited over an hour to be seated even though we did the online check in. We were actually ok waiting the hour. What we were not ok with was being told we were next on the list and then watchin others get seated before us and having the hosts tell us thst her manager told her to seat them before us, but she didn't know why. I would not go back for that reason.

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!

Flavors - 4/5 Textures - 4.5/5 Presentation - 4/5 Value for Money - 3/5 Would return? Yes Must-try: Pork Belly Tacos PROtip: the food comes out fast, so make sure to spread out your order if you want to hang out longer. You don't come here for authentic Mexican food, but you should come here for damn good fusion food in the shape of tacos. Their food is out-of-the-box, inventive and fun! I've tried almost all tacos here and my new favorite is the pork belly! The asian ribs one is also really good. The lobster one tastes like like a butter lobster roll, but surprisingly good! The Duck Birria Quesadilla is also worth it, very spicy! Although I would like the dipping liquid to be more like a broth and less like a sauce. A bit expensive, but the ingredients are superior.

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!

The ordering system is great - fill out a menu with the quantities that your table wants or what you want for takeout. I liked the sides better than the tacos - spicy cucumber, tajin pineapple and esquites were yummmmmy. The tacos were ok but there isn't much to them. Lively place with indoor and outdoor seating around fire pits

Decent seafood tacos in Seaport, but a little overhyped Bartaco is a fun, casual taco spot. They do not take reservations and the wait can be super long if you come at peak times. It can be a little loud inside, but the service is good! I like the card system to call for service. The food is pretty decent. The oyster tacos were my favorite with the fish tacos coming in at a very close second. The non-seafood tacos were truly mediocre though. Plus, none of the tacos were that big, so a little pricey for what you're getting.

i loved the vibes at bartaco, a super trendy taco restaurant in seaport. my friends and i ordered pretty much every taco on the menu, but our favorites were the lobster taco, the glazed pork belly taco and the baja fish taco. i've been here twice and service times varied. we had to wait 30 minutes for our order one time. overall service was ok. nothing too impressive. all orders are done through a qr code, and you also pay through the online portal, which was honestly a bit confusing. overall it was a pretty good experience. overall rating: 8/10

This is not a family restaurant. Music was so load could not even talk with the person next to you. Asked to have it turned down a little and the manager blamed the volume on it being club music. Put his hands in the air and walked away. I could not make out any more of what he was saying. Could not communicate with our waiter.. who was very nice and trying to help. Only positive was the food was good.

It's a loud bar. But they are able to make it relatively kid friendly. They have bar top infant seats, which are safer than they seem. The tables are high top bar seats. The service is unique. You order everything on your phone, and they bring you food as you order. I liked the chicken Verde and the Brussel sprout tacos ones the best. The Brussels sprout one was sweet, savory, and spicy all in one. The corn elote was great and spicier than expected. The chicken tortilla soup was a larger portion than I expected. The kids' menu had lots of side options. You can't really mess up corn, cheese quesidillas, and steamed broccoli, so the kids were happy. We ended the meal with vanilla ice cream, which was "just fine." We got the sangria and orange crush drink. Both were really average but overpriced.

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 :~)

Great spot, better than the Brookline location! Highly recommend sitting at the bar over a table, quicker to get seating! You also have perks of not having to order via your phone which is more time consuming and not always reliable! Overall really great cocktails, chips & quac, and tacos of course!!

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!

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.