Mestizo Modern Mexican

The worst restaurant experience I’ve had in Cambridge. First visited shortly after they opened last year and walked away unimpressed. A mediocre, overpriced meal that felt like it was designed for uninspired business lunches rather than actual dining. The steak was dry, the cheese enmoladas were tough, and the portions were small. Still, I decided to give them another shot. Unfortunately, it was way worse.We came back on a nice day for a casual dinner on the patio. The host was friendly, and we were seated right away. Then, nothing. For over 30 minutes, no one came by to take our order. Several servers stood chatting at the bar, occasionally making eye contact, but we were repeatedly ignored. A few walked past our table without so much as a greeting. I even placed the menu at the edge of the table as a clear signal, but still, no response. To make matters worse, a party that was seated 15 minutes after us had their order taken first, while we were still waiting for someone to even acknowledge us. I’ve eaten at hundreds of restaurants in Cambridge, and while service can vary, I’ve never experienced a place that seemed so actively indifferent. Can’t imagine this place lasting long.

We grabbed lunch at Mestizo today and we had good food…tacos and burritos. Server was very nice and attentive. The atmosphere was very nice and clean.

July 4, 2025- The modern and vibrant Mestizo Restaurant was full of life tonight. The staff was pleasant, friendly, and downright awesome. Food was great, drinks fantastic and the DJ was magnificently exciting.

Mexican Mestizo is a lovely spot to kick back and enjoy a refreshing Mexican beer on tap—especially if you’re into outdoor seating with a relaxed vibe. We stopped by just for some beers and chips, and it hit the spot. Our server, Roberto, was incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I’d gladly give it 4.5 stars for the location, ambiance, and friendly service

Drinks were delicious. Atmosphere had a great vibe. I ordered the shrimp tacos and the shrimp tasted like they were reheated. My friend ordered the flank steak which was ok but our meals were out within 5-10 min and seemed reheated. Overall nice spot for drinks.

Five stars all around for this innovative New Mexican spot! The atmosphere was electric - trendy and inviting. They have a fantastic margarita flight, perfect for sharing with friends. I tried the spinach bowl - delicious and healthy, with fresh ingredients and a unique twist. My colleague raved about his quesadilla, saying it was bursting with flavor and perfectly juicy. Can't wait to return and try their other adventurous dishes!

Dining at Mestizo was an amazing experience. The food was flavorful and well executed with a beautiful presentation. The drinks were very fresh. The staff was gracious and wonderful, ensuring that we had an amazing time! Happy Cinco de Mayo!

I came here for lunch and really enjoyed the food and vibe. The environment is so great and fancy. The food is also tasty and served in a I believe very Mexican style plates and bowls.

"" Great for food , and drinks " This is a great spot . Food tasted fresh and delicious. It tasted like made with fresh ingredients and good ingredients. The service was good . The vibe is welcoming. Pricing is on the moderate side but well worth it . I definitely recommend this place .

Fun place, service good but food only so-so. Also saw a bartender drop a box of straws all over the floor and was surprised to see them gathered up into neat piles on the bar. As we were leaving they were being put into large pint sized plastic cups on the bartop. We questioned this and our waitress said they would be thrown out. Riiiiggghhhttt.

This is a spacious and new Mexican restaurant in Kendall square. It was pretty empty when we arrived at 6:30pm on a Friday, and the servers were all standing together with not much to do. The food was okay, but overpriced. At $15 for guacamole, we had hoped for some more unique housemade flavors, but it was basically the same as store-bought versions. Would skip. The jumbo chicken wings were crispy and very sweet, which I enjoyed, but they never brought out the dipping sauce that it was supposed to come with it. The shrimp tacos were the highlight for us flavor-wise, as it was a good mix of textures (soft, tender shrimp with crispy tortilla and a creamy drizzle of sauce), but the portion was quite small. Overall, the food was okay but pricey, the inside was clean and nicely decorated but empty, and the service was subpar (servers unfriendly and constantly trying to take our plates away without asking us if we were done). It was nice to try out a new place, but I probably wouldn't come back again.

I was here for work and the student that I was visiting, and I asked what sort of food I should look for us to have for dinner and she asked for Mexican and I picked our mestizo for us to have dinner. We used open table for our reservation, I thought the food was great, we had queso fundito to start and then got different tacos, I ended up with the squid tacos, that were unique and enjoyable, I loved the flavor combination! My dinner companions enjoyed their tacos as well, I also thought my margarita was delicious! Loved the experience, hope I'm able to come back one day!

Mestizo: A New Mexican Delight in Kendall Square Located in Kendall Square at 10 Broad Canal Way, Cambridge, MA, Mestizo is the latest addition to the ever-evolving culinary scene in the area. "Mestizo" translates to a person of mixed European and Indigenous ancestry in the former Spanish Empire, and this fusion is reflected in their vibrant and flavorful menu. Cocktails : First things first, their cocktails are fantastic! Priced at a reasonable $12, they are a steal compared to the $20 options you might find in Boston. Appetizers : Esquites: Grilled baby corn with an ancho marinade, crema fresca, and chipotle/Morita aioli. A fun twist on elote corn, beautifully presented and deliciously balanced with the cream. A solid 9/10. Empanadas: Filled with sweet plantain, guava, and Oaxaca cheese, served with charred pineapple sauce. These sweet empanadas were a delightful surprise. I'd order 10 more if I could! 9/10. Queso Fundido: Melted Oaxaca cheese with jalapeño, rajas poblanas, and guacamole. The cheese was divine but congealed quickly. Still tasty though! 7/10. Wings: Six dry-rubbed jumbo chicken wings with a garlic cilantro sauce. Juicy and perfectly cooked. 8/10. Tamal Ahogado: Chicken tamal with homemade mole negro, Oaxaca cheese, and crema fresca. The tamal was soft, and the sauce had decent flavor. 7/10. Main Dishes : Ceviche Marinero (Daily Catch): White fish with cilantro, onions, tomato, avocado, leche de tigre, passion fruit, and sweet potato mousse. Absolutely phenomenal! The passion fruit and avocado made this dish a standout. 10/10. Aguachile De Pez: Yellowtail Hamachi with a tequila blood orange marinade, cucumber, red onion, serrano peppers, and cara cara orange. Beautiful and delicious. 9/10. Enchilada Trio: Choose from chicken, cheese, or vegetarian filling, and sauces like mole negro, ranchera, or tomatillo. A visual and tasty delight. 8/10. Desserts : Tres Leches - Passion Fruit: You can't go wrong with tres leches, and the passion fruit twist makes it unique and delightful. 9/10. Sangria Brownie: Rich and flavorful with an orange and cherry sauce. It definitely needed ice cream but was worth every bite. 9/10. Mestizo is a place where you can easily share a variety of plates and leave very satisfied. I know I did! Overall Ratings: Food: 8/10 Affordability: 7/10 Food is expensive but the drink prices make up for it! Ambiance: 6/10 (Seating indoor/outdoor but not overly fancy) If you're in Kendall Square and craving some innovative Mexican cuisine, Mestizo is definitely worth a visit!

This is a good, more upscale Mexican restaurant near MIT. We got guacamole (fresh, tasty), mojito, margarita and a spicy, cucumber gin drink. All were great. My partner got the mole enchiladas and I had the fish. Both were really good.

This place continues to disappoint. I went during their opening week and was highly disappointed with the accuracy and quality of their food but gave them a second (and third) chance hoping they ironed out opening week kinks. They did not and the food is extremely bland, prices are high, and accuracy continues to disappoint.

Too many delicious food options to choose from! Drinks were great, and the service was excellent. Look forward to returning!

Mestizo opened up recently near Kendall Square. This modern Mexican fusion restaurant and bar serves up a variety of tacos, enchiladas, sopes, hot & cold small plates, main entrees and a few desserts (churros & cake). The place has a modern feel in a L-shaped space with rows of table seating, seating up at the bar with TVs, big windows for natural light and murals on the walls. The bar offers 6 beers on tap, wine, margaritas, tequilas, and sangria. The prices here are on the higher spectrum. I stopped by Mestizo on a late afternoon and sat myself at the bar. The bartender brought over a glass of cold water as I went over the menu. I decided on the Tostadas De Atun ($18 plus tax), which has Asian fusion marinated tuna loin pieces, pickled red onion, avocado, garlic cilantro sauce, on top of a crisp corn tostadita. This cold appetizer had a citrusy flavor. Next, the Yuca Fries ($7 plus tax) were 5 thick crisp firm yuca fries with a creamy dressing for dipping. I also got 2 tacos which were the Carnitas ($7 plus tax) and Camarones ($7 plus tax). Though small tacos, both were nicely presented and both I enjoyed served on top of soft corn tortillas. The check was presented after I had enough and it came out to $41.73 with tax and before tip. Overall, the Mexican fusion food I had was pretty good, but be prepared to spend more than normal for Mexican fusion due to this prime location and modern setting.

Nearly empty for Sunday lunch when we visited so very easy to get a table. Service was good and food was served quickly except for specific dishes like eggs Benedict. Food was a hit or miss. We started with queso dip which came with a small dish of guac as well and both those were good. For mains, I ordered the breakfast quesadilla and my husband had the Birria ramen. We enjoyed the Birria ramen and were not as impressed by the quesadilla. I couldn't taste the eggs in it and the overall flavor was a bit bland. Drinks were delicious especially the coconut margarita type drink!

Nestled behind the One65 main apartment building, Mestizo is a delightful gem offering a fusion of Mexican and Oaxacan cuisine. My friends and I visited on a sunny afternoon for lunch, and the ambiance balanced the carefully curated decor of an indoor restaurant with the breezy fresh air of a patio with the open floor-to-ceiling windows. The staff were welcoming and attentive throughout our meal. We indulged in the enchiladas with mole sauce, though they were slightly dry underneath (4/5). However, the birria ramen stole the show with its flavorful broth and tender meat (5/5). While I wasn't blown away by the dishes, they certainly held their own against other Mexican eateries in the area. Mestizo's inviting atmosphere makes it a top choice for a casual dining experience with friends.

Left hungry! Paid $30 for three enchiladas imagining they'd be more than a few bites each. Really disappointing, I was hungry for the rest of the evening.

The restaurant is very spacious and has very creative wall designs. The staff was very friendly and would stop by ever so often check up on us to make sure we are comfortable and enjoying our meal. As for the food, the first thing I want to mention is the Tres Leches dessert. The cake was moist but not heavy, and it was not overly sweet. The sweetness and the tartness off the passion fruit were well balanced. As for my favorite dish, it would be the birria ramen. It was such a creative idea for this fusion of Asian and Mexican cuisine. The noodles were cooked perfectly, and the braised beef was so flavorful. The birria soup base was a bit salty for me, but eating all the ingredients together made it a very delicious dish. I would also have preferred if the yolk was a bit more runny. The tacos were good, I especially enjoyed the Camarones Taco, but the portion is a bit on the smaller side. I would prefer bigger tacos and skip on the Spanish rice. The ceviche was flavorful, the fish was very fresh, it was very light and refeshing.

Terrible host, had a reservation and instead of honoring my reservation. Rude. Abrupt. Terrible.

I had great hopes for a Mexican restaurant in Cambridge. But this turned out to be a bit of disappointment. It is better as a bar and probably ok for people not looking for vegetarian food. But vegetarian food selection is surprisingly little. The service is fine and ambiance is great. But given the food for us wasn't great and prices are a bit on the higher side (yes, it is Cambridge) but portions are so small. So I wish they improve the vegetarian options.

The servers here are so friendly! I have been twice and had two separate servers and both were just as friendly as each other. This spot is in a great location to sit comfortably outside. The inside also looks really nice, but I have not sat inside yet. Both times I've had the vegetarian tacos, which are great. The portions are smaller than typical, but I don't think that's a bad thing. The mocktails are very reasonably priced at $5 and so delicious! I tried the coconut one. Finally, they have the best chips and guacamole!

The vibe is warm and welcoming. There are colorful textiles and other art. They have plans for patio seating but meanwhile large open windows to enjoy the spring weather (finally) Food? Yes, of course. I thrilled at the simple, yet hard to find in local restaurants, cheese enchiladas. They are served with rice and black beans seasoned with chiles and a bit of cinnamon. So good. I got take out and was acknowledged promptly by a host. The person who brought my food made sure, unprompted, that how they packaged was alright (in fact it was perfect).

This is somewhere I would actively recommend people not to go to. I was one of a few people who went together, and we all got different things. Their food looked nice but was all underseasoned and dry. Their portions are small, and the place is overpriced for what you are getting. I have never seen smaller tacos. This place also seems to have made a conscious decision to skimp on even the smallest things. You have to pay for chips and salsa and then they give you about a shot glass worth of salsa, how much money is that realisticly saving them. The only good thing I have to say is that it has comfortable seating and the windows open in summer, but they should have spent less money on decorating and more on ingredients.

They reseated us for a better view of the television, which was nice. However, the food seemed very overpriced for what we received.