Habanero Mexican Grill

I ordered the burrito bowl & pupusa. The burrito bowl had generous amounts of chicken and sides. Not a lot of flavor, but the guacamole was very good. As for the pupusa, I would not recommend ordering one.

Space is small for a bigger group(5+) but food is good

The food was so flavorful and delicious.. definitely authentic mexican restaurant... would definitely go back 😋🌮🌯🇲🇽..

Lovely and tasty food. We got the fajitas and burrito bowl. Both were so tasty and had lot of flavor. The quantity of the food was good and the price was very affordable too. The fajitas was little saucy, wish it was little dry. This was the first time we were visiting this place, we really liked it. The parking is little tricky unless you good with street parking. The food was ready within minutes and great customer service. Will visit again.

Missing my order and told the staff right away but they said the portion got smaller today. I asked them that i usually get double of it when i do 2 orders. I ordered from them all the time it just not me picking it up. They just dont care. So now i am paying extra for the same quality

First time trying this place. Got a steak burrito to go. Service was quick and the food was excellent. Big portion. Authentic flavors.

These steak tacos changed my life. I’m not joking when I say these are the best tacos I’ve ever had and every other taco I’ve had since just cannot compete. If you want to ruin tacos for yourself eat them here and no other taco will ever taste as good. The rice and beans have so much flavor and tasted delicious with the tacos! The Pupusas also tasted very good. I recommend trying the queso con loroco, frijol con queso, and the chicharron pupusas. But please just try at least one steak taco, you won’t regret it!

Restaurant prices for Chipotle / Anna Taqueria food.:) Your choice if you want to spend more. Good food, prepared to exactly like a takeout place with the same ingredients but oddly priced.

Best value in the neighborhood. Ordered a steak taco and tongue taco and they were massive. The meat didn't have too much flavor but for 3.25 a piece with all the toppings these will satisfy your hunger. The nachos are heavy on the toppings and the quesadilla, packed with meat. Habanero is always packed and busy so the food is always fresh. Can't believe I slept on this place and took me this long to finally order.

Rice is subpar but the black beans are delicious. Best birria tacos I've found in Boston

This is a follow up to an earlier post. There are a limited number of tables. The food is average. If you are looking for Mexican food, this is the place. There is nothing special about the food.

Omg the nachos are amazingggg!!!!!! Just for that I give this five stars :). On the menu its listed as "plain nachos" - oh no these are no plain nachos imo. Ordered delivery and the food came hot and fresh. All the nacho toppings were very well distributed over the chips - beans, cheese, tomatoes, jalapenos, sour cream and guac - perfect proportions of everything. The hubs and I kept eating these till they were finished! Besides the awesome nachos we got the chicken taco combo plate, chicken enchilada plate and the vegetarian quesadilla. The plates came with rice, black beans and the enchilada in addition came with salad plus sour cream and guac toppings. All the food was fresh and tasty. Definitely recommend this place, two thumbs wayyy up!!!

Our new go-to spot, we drive 45 mins with a 9 month old for it. Truly authentic Mexican. Only a few tables inside but most people who have come in while we've sat down have been taking their food to go, so it's never a problem getting seating. Super affordable, good pricing, amazing food. 10/10 recommend. My husband gets the burrito, I get the torta and we split a side of fried plantains.

I have tried so many Mexican places in boston and Habanero is definitely my favorite. Generous portions, kind service, and the food is SO flavorful. Highly recommend!!

Authentic Mexican cuisine. Friendly staff and delicious food. I am addicted to the Pupusas!

I got a burrito and plantains and they were both incredible! The ambiance inside the restaurant was also awesome when I went to pick up my food.

Pros: -Easy contactless delivery via DoorDash Cons: -Couldn't specify taco type for taco combo on DoorDash; for some reason they went with chicken -- Chicken Taco Combo ($13.65, June 2020) 3 chicken tacos with double corn tortillas, a side of pinto beans, side of rice, and some limes. Great flavor on the tacos but I wish that you could pick multiple meats for the combo.

If I'm ever around Allston/Brighton, I make sure to stop by Habanero to order tacos to-go, even if I just had lunch or dinner anywhere else, it's a must for me! Besides their amazing tacos, they also have burritos, quesadillas, soups, nachos, and enchiladas on their menu. It's a small hole-in-the-wall joint with a few seats inside to hang out and eat before covid-19. There's only street parking around the area and sometimes it can be hard to find one but it's totally worth it! Beef Tongue Taco- 6" corn tortilla x2, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, pico de gallo, spicy green sauce. My holy grail of tacos! The beef tongue braised to the point where it was so tender and delicious, having one was not enough! I brought a few of my friends who would squirm when they hear the word 'tongue' associated with food. But once they tried it, oh they were hooked! Overall Service: Very consistent demeanor, super easygoing when we used to hang out and eat here or order to go. It doesn't take long for the food either.

The LEAST flavorful "spicy" chicken enchiladas. Everything about this was bland and underwhelming. I would not come here if you are expecting anything better than your own home cooking.

I ordered a Adobada Burrito ($12.50) on grubhub. The burrito was dense and packed with a lot of food. The rice was flavourful and they put a generous amount of meat in it. I was surprised to see that my order came with chips and a side of salsa for free. I look forward to trying the tacos next time.

I've been here a couple of times, and their burritos are delicious! However, I got a steak torta and it was a sad, soggy mess. I wouldn't recommend it.

Delicious breakfast burritos! Vegetarian by default, although you can probably ask for meat. The mild green chilis give them a great flavor, as well as the creamy cheese. Highly recommend. I want to go back every weekend. Nice people, too. :)

The steak and pork tacos are great! Flavorful and tender meat. The pupusas are just ok, could have more filling and be a little more crisp. The curtido that comes with them is really good though! The place is very busy with pickup orders. There are a few tables inside but it might not be the best ambience with people coming in and out all the time. This is definitely my go to taco place in the Boston area. Make sure to check your order before you leave because one time they forgot to put the actual dish in the box and only gave us the sides.

Ordered delivery from here (apologies for the less aesthetic photos). I got the chicharron pupusa ($3.75), beef tongue taco ($3.99), and a steak burrito ($12.49). The pupusa came with a generous portion of curtido (pickled cabbage) and a light tomato salsa. The pupusa itself was soft, perfectly seasoned, and not greasy at all. The beef tongue taco had cilantro, pico de gallo, cheese, sour cream, and salsa. I felt that it was on the smaller side for $4, but the flavors came together well and the meat was super tender. The steak burrito was a hefty portion! Sometimes when I order burritos they get stuffed/rolled in such a way where one end is all salsa and the other end is all rice. However this burrito was not the case. They rolled it in such a way where everything was incorporated evenly. Rather than stuffing the burrito with a bunch of cold shredded cheese, they melted the cheese onto the tortilla, which was awesome. The restaurant also threw in a bag of chips and a small container of salsa for my order. The chips were a little stale and oily. I prefer my salsa on the tangier side but their salsa is more salty than tangy. I'd highly recommend their pupusas and burritos!

Discovered this place when I was scrolling through UberEats and craving some Mexican food. Have to say that I'm not disappointed! I usually get the chicken burrito and it's so delicious--very flavorful and filled with cheese, rice, etc. At first, the tortilla was a bit dry and even kind of crunchy but it definitely gets better the more you eat. The food also comes with some chips and salsa and they are the more traditional kind, not the stuff you get at the grocery store. I love how authentic this place is. I'm not an expert in critiquing Mexican food but I would say that Habanero is a pretty solid choice if you're looking for something to satisfy cravings. Definitely want to order from them more in the future and try the other stuff on their menu. Give it a try!

The Enchiladas I had were wonderful! The sides were also really great, highly recommend if you're looking for Mexican food in Allston.

I order takeout/delivery at least once per week and love everything on the menu from the burritos to the cornbread. I prefer Habanero to your average chipotle, because not only is it cheaper, but has better service.

This place is small, few tables. The decoration is cute though. I love Mexican food but this place was a disappointment. It just wasn't good. I got the fajita, it just wasn't good. The chicken was bland and thick. The fajita was served in a plate instead pot. The tacos were very basic. Definitely had better Mexican food before. Probably not gonna come back.

Habanero hooked it up for on Christmas Day - delivered to us despite the blistering rain and cold and on a holiday, so for that, I commend the staff. Let me tell you, the burritos here are fantastic. Meaty, big bois loaded up with rice, beans, and sauces. I think I liked the chicken more than the adobada one but both were excellent. Plus, a burrito comes with chips and salsa! The only disappointment from the meal was that we ordered chicken and steak nachos that were a bit cold when they arrived, so I didn't enjoy them as much as I thought I would. However, the rest of the food was freaking phenomenal so it seems like a small complaint. Definitely give this place a ring if you're craving satisfying Mexican food.

One of the BEST burritos I've ever had in my life. The ingredients are so full of flavor. And the RICE? Why is it so delicious, it's the first time rice has ever stolen the show in a meal. I love this place.

Love this place, this is my girlfriend and I #1 go to. We love the food here but for sometimes they tend to lack in not adding hots. They also rarely answer the phone which gets annoying because I would rather order on the way: get in and get out rather find parking go in order and wait. Other than that, amazing food and great staff!

They forgot to deliver more than half my items and the items that did get delivered were not good at all.

Word of advice, come here if you're absolutely starving. Portions here are large and in charge. Whenever I visit, my GF and I split the special plates. At under $9, this has to be one of the cheapest dinners, taking into consideration the amount of food and variety. Hands down: If you do not like to save money, do not come here :) Food: See pic (65%) Taste to price 5/5 Quality to price 3.5/5 Portion to price 5/5 Average = 4.5 Service (20%) Friendliness 3/5 Promptness 3.5/5 Average = 3.25 Cleanliness (15%) Bathroom 3 Dining area 3.5/5 Kitchen area 4/5 Average = 3.5 Overall Score = [F(.65)]+[S(.20)]+C(.15)] = [2.93]+[0.65]+[0.53] = 4.11 What else to know: They have an impressive array of menu items ranging from your typical burritos to some special plates not really seen in the neighborhood. In addition, I like their menu; it is not overwhelming and quite easy on the eyes. Just be aware there's not much options for vegetarians as there are plenty of meats in each plate. When you enter, you will see pictures of their dishes on the wall and straight ahead you will notice a hot table where you can order premade food. I have yet to order from there nor are there any mentions on the menu so I will have to find out the next time I drop by. Their Pupusa is pretty good, I highly recommend trying it. **If you enjoyed my review, follow or add me as a friend. I have tons of reviews like this.

Freakin' finally - delicious burritos, tacos, pupusas, and enchiladas in Boston!!! Those of us who've spent time on the West Coast have struggled to find Mexican taquerias in Boston. Taqueria El Amigo in Waltham is fantastic, but it's farther out in the 'burbs and closed Sundays. Anna's Taqueria is always underwhelming and feels like something's missing (plus Anna's up charges for everything). After reading the reviews, I had to come to Habanero. Absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful food. Everything was fantastic. The staff is so generous, tossing in extra salsas and chips - absolutely reminded me of my favorite taquerias in San Francisco. Adding this to roster of regular spots.

Authentic and so good. It's heavier food for sure, but when you're in the mood for that it's perfect. The enchiladas are great, and so are their rice and beans.

Been here several times for lunch and dinner .. night time it's pretty packed. Most of the time I ordered the tacos with steak or chicken which was pretty authentic . I also had the combo dinner of beef stew and chicken stew along with all the additional ingredients such as beans, rice , lettuce , tomatoes , jalapeños , and hot sauce . It's always good here and it's a good to go place . Small place to sit down for a quick eat also.

This is hands down my favorite Mexican place in Boston! It's a tiny hole in the wall so definitely recommend just taking it to go and enjoying at home. I always get the steak burrito with all of the fixings - absolutely huge! The steak is tender and juicy, the rice is well seasoned, and the cheese is gooey (guac is included) With the burrito you get a side of chips and salsa, all homemade! I've also tried the Al pastor and chicken, both great options as well Definitely check out this hidden treasure!

On Sunday, my boyfriend and I wanted to grab dinner before attending a show at the Great Scott later that night. We were on our way to get grilled cheese sandwiches but came across Habanero. My boyfriend is a big fan of spicy food and I was in the mood for something flavorful, so we agreed to try this place out. It's a snug establishment with a good amount of seats. I really liked the vibrant decor and the unique tables! We ordered a chicken burrito and pupusas to share. The burrito came with a side of spicy salsa and slightly greasy, crunchy chips. I really liked the salsa dip but it proved to be too spicy for me even in medium doses, so be warned if you can't really handle spiciness! (enjoyable, regardless!!) The burrito was good- I appreciated the abundance of black beans in it!

Their chicken burrito is hands down the best burrito I've ever had. There was zero leakage out of the burrito, it's hearty, but really well balanced. Guac, rice, chicken, everything together tastes divine. I dream about this burrito I haven't had Mexican food in forever and this is the kind of Mexican food that soothes the soul. Horchata was a little too sweet for my taste, but the burrito was just so darn good. It came with salsa and chips too. Smooth delivery, 100% recommended

Love the horchata at this place! It has a hint of cocoa in it. Soooo delicious!!! Food is great too! Veggies always fresh :)

Al pastor is the best. I thought the chicharrón was plain, but when I added lime it was just right.

Chill little taco burrito shop. Their tacos are pretty good, they give a lot of meat on the tacos. They go for about 2.25 each. Their burritos are pretty good too. They came with nachos and salsa. One thing cool is that they have a large selection of hot sauces. I think this is a good spot for a quick bite.

Skip the Carne Asada which can get a little dry and bland and go for the beef fajitas they are a flavor bomb and juicy to boot the onions and pepper and marinade make all the difference. The Pupusas are well filled and made to order and the tripe is tasty and chewy. Their huevos rancheros are great for breakfast and they are more homie and typical in general more "authentic" if you will than the taco and burrito places in the neighborhood. More like what is known as a fonda I'd say which is a good thing.

Barely a step above Taco Bell, and not in a good way. Chips were stale, meat tasted like snot and everything was soggy. Gross.

Amazing food, great service, and good location. The food was UNREAL!!! Everything was delicious and I would go again ANY DAY. Seriously one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Boston. Small dining room, everyone minds their own business, and inexpensive. Highly recommend the quesadilla.

Habanero has the cheapest tacos I've seen in Boston to date at $2.25 . What a steal!!! They're not exactly street style since they top theirs with sour cream and shredded cheese but I'm sure you can tell them to remove them and add some salsa on top, though not sure if there's an extra charge. All other layers and toppings are authentic- double corn tortilla, pico de gallo, cilantro onion mix, and lime wedges. I got the steak (carne asada) and pork (adobada) tacos. The meats weren't as tender or flavorful as I've had at other Mexican joints but they're still not bad, especially at this price point. Are these the best tacos I've ever eaten? No, but they certainly are very good. I will return!

Had their tres leche cake and it was SO GOOD!!! Although it was my first tres leche cake, I've tried others and theirs is amazing!

I really want to like Habanero but every time I come back it's just always meh. I think the tacos are the best options on the menu and definitely worth the price, they're small but filling and only about $2-3 each. I had a burrito once but it was super heavy and left a weird after taste. Most of the reviews recommended the pupusas so I got a pork one, which were pretty good but there wasn't that much pork in it and I'm also biased since don't like cheese so I made my boyfriend eat it. The place is cute and small so more of a to go option, and the food was made pretty quickly, I personally would rather go to Anna's though.

My relationship with Habanero is a deep and personal one, as all relationships with burrito vendors should be. If you have a moment, I shall now tell you my tale. It was the morning of Allston Christmas 2015, and my roommate and I had been up for 24 hours straight moving everything into a U-Haul and then sleeping on the floor of our old, bare Mission Hill apartment before trucking to Allston. We still had a few hours before we could start lugging things into our apartment, so I did a quick search for "breakfast burrito" and lo and behold, Habanero was not more than two blocks away! And breakfast burritos they did have. While I fondly recall this first breakfast burrito, as it gave me the strength and perseverance to survive that troubled day, the real reason we're all here today is the normal Habanero burrito. While the data may have told Nate Silver that El Pelon was the best burrito in Boston, nay I say, 'tis at Habanero. Their meats are top notch. You can actually order their carne asada as a steak if you want. Combine that with high quality beans, cheese, rice, and guacamole/sour cream, and from beneath the shadow of the Blanchard's sign, you have the finest burrito I believe can exist in Boston. Anna's is fine, Cha Cha Cha is okay, El Pelon has jumped the shark, don't even fricken bring up Amelia's in my presence. Habanero is here to take you home.

Coming from LA, looking for authentic mexican street tacos in Boston has been a journey. After discovering this hole in the wall place in the middle of Allston, I am pleased to say that these are good tacos and meant to be $2. That's what they are the best. So many flavors, one that's not on the menu is beef tongue (it's actually really good) And eating 2-3 can fill you up quite easily. It's supposed to be messy so it's ok if you use a million napkins like I do.

best and moth authentic tacos i've had since moving from santa barbara to boston. props

Food is pretty good, but during my pick up there were 3 people who didn't have masks on!! They are failing to abide by their own rules they have posted on the door.

Im giving this place a 4 for the quality of the food but a 1 for the consistency of their recipes and a zero for customer service and attention to detail. I called this evening to place an order. After 4 attempts someone answered the phone sounding overwhelmed and rushed. As soon as I asked a simple question about tipping they hung up the phone. Since I was ordering the Mojarra Frita I know it will take close to 30 minutes so I didn't want to drive there to order and wait so I tried calling again...and again. After 10 attempts I drove down there. First I asked why they don't pick up the phone and a flustered cook pointed to the 4-5 people milling about in the venue and told me that he's completely slammed and there's just no time to pick up the phone. Ok fine. I try to order fish tacos but they aren't available so I order 2 Mojarras instead. After waiting 30 minutes I pick up my order and since there are two boxes (and last time my order for 1 came in one box) I thought I was fine. Wrong! I get home and split one fish between my wife and kids while I hungrily slam you ass hats on Yelp. Im so furious and hungry right now I could scream!!! Never again. I used to go here 2 some times three times a week but I'm done.

This will be my favorite Mexican place you can't go wrong with anything you order. Our today order came up to 32$ it was so easy to find if you really want real authentic Mexican food this the place. They are really popular when it comes to there papusa's.

Consistently excellent food. Superior to any other mexican food in the area. The food is always very tasty and I always love it whether I get takeout or dine in. The staff is really nice also.

They have rude staff and make you waiting hours for your food, they pretend like your not there and say it'll take 1 minutes for your food to be done and it never does

The best Whole in the Wall for Latin food in Brighton/Allston . They're very friendly and the location is very convenient.

At last!!! I have found "MY" Mexican place! I have been searching for ages and finally found a place where the food is consistently good, excellent price, portions and value and perfectly seasoned. THE CHICKEN TACOS ARE THE BEST! I love the lime flavoring. It really brings them to life. I love Mexican food and in my area Ana's is king, but I honestly can say you can't really compare the two. They have different menus and totally different styles. Ana's quesadillas will always hold top rank in my heart....BUT Habenero's tacos, papusas, fajitas and nachos will reign supreme as my new faves! I have finally found it! Yay! Taco Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday...will never be the same!