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The Purple Cactus
The Purple Cactus is one of the best burrito restaurants in Boston for cocktail, especially if you want a strong option in Jamaica Plain.
The Purple Cactus is a sensible burrito call in Jamaica Plain in Boston when you want something that usually lands well.
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Rating (Google) 8.6
590 reviews
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8.6
Rating
Based on 590 reviews
Best for
cocktail
Price and pace
Budget-friendly
Neighborhood
Jamaica Plain · 674 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, USA
Price
Budget-friendly
Google rating
8.6 from 590 reviews
Address
Jamaica Plain | 674 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, USA
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What makes The Purple Cactus worth the move
The Purple Cactus is a reliable burrito choice in Jamaica Plain in Boston when you want something that tends to land well. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 590 Google reviews.
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Public rating
8.6 from 590 Google reviews
Best for
cocktail
Style
Burrito in Jamaica Plain
Spend
Budget-friendly
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Google rating: 8.6 from 590 reviews
Price point: $
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8.6 from 590 reviews
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For now, The Purple Cactus holds a 8.6 rating across 590 Google reviews.
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Quick details
- Address
- 674 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, USA
- Price
- $
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 8.6 (590 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Burrito
- Neighborhood
- Jamaica Plain
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does The Purple Cactus serve?
The Purple Cactus is a Burrito restaurant located in Jamaica Plain, Boston. The Purple Cactus is a sensible burrito call in Jamaica Plain in Boston when you want something that usually lands well.
What is The Purple Cactus best for?
The Purple Cactus is best for cocktail. The Purple Cactus is a reliable burrito choice in Jamaica Plain in Boston when you want something that tends to land well. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 590 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at The Purple Cactus?
The Purple Cactus is in the Budget-friendly price range ($). Google rating: 8.6 from 590 reviews
Is The Purple Cactus worth visiting?
The Purple Cactus holds a 8.6 Google rating from 590 reviews. The Purple Cactus is a reliable burrito choice in Jamaica Plain in Boston when you want something that tends to land well. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 590 Google reviews.
Where is The Purple Cactus located?
The Purple Cactus is located at 674 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
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