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9.8
Based on 1810 reviews
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Let me be honest about what this is: a walk-the-line bowl shop on Boylston, not a room you linger in.
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1810 reviews
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El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common is one of the best mexican restaurants in Boston for brunch, especially if you want a strong option in Back Bay.
Here's the thing about El Jefe's on Boylston: it stays open until 2am, which means it exists in two registers.
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Rating (Google) 9.4
2,048 reviews
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9.4
Rating
Based on 2048 reviews
Best for
brunch and date night
Price and pace
Budget-friendly
Neighborhood
Back Bay · 80 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Price
Budget-friendly
Google rating
9.4 from 2,048 reviews
Address
Back Bay | 80 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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What makes El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common worth the move
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common looks like a good night-out option in Back Bay in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,048 Google reviews.
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Public rating
9.4 from 2,048 Google reviews
Best for
brunch and date night
Style
Mexican in Back Bay
Spend
Budget-friendly
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Google rating: 9.4 from 2,048 reviews
Price point: $
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0 diner reviews · reviewed by Priya Sharma for El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common
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9.4 from 2,048 reviews
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Editorial review by Priya Sharma
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For now, El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common holds a 9.4 rating across 2,048 Google reviews.
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Quick details
- Address
- 80 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- Price
- $
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.4 (2,048 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Mexican
- Neighborhood
- Back Bay
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common serve?
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common is a Mexican restaurant located in Back Bay, Boston. Here's the thing about El Jefe's on Boylston: it stays open until 2am, which means it exists in two registers.
What is El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common best for?
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common is best for brunch, date night. El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common looks like a good night-out option in Back Bay in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,048 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common?
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common is in the Budget-friendly price range ($). Google rating: 9.4 from 2,048 reviews
What should I order at El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common?
Start with Carnitas Burrito, Carnitas Bowl, Carne Asada Bowl and House-made Guacamole. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Is El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common worth visiting?
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common holds a 9.4 Google rating from 2,048 reviews. El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common looks like a good night-out option in Back Bay in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,048 Google reviews.
Where is El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common located?
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common is located at 80 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common good for a date night?
Yes — El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common is tagged for date night dining. El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common looks like a good night-out option in Back Bay in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,048 Google reviews.
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