Beantown Taqueria – Mexican
The air hums with the sizzle of the grill and the vibrant aroma of toasted chiles, drawing diners into a lively space where the spirit of a traditional Mexican market meets local charm. Golden-fried flautas and overstuffed super burritos arrive at the table alongside hand-pressed huaraches, each plate a colorful mosaic of fresh salsas, creamy avocado, and perfectly seasoned meats. Whether tucking into a crisp tostada or a molten chile relleno, guests find a soulful retreat where every bite celebrates the bold, comforting flavors of authentic street food.
245, Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA +16174418689 http://www.beantowntaq.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Wednesday
- 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Menu
Authentic Menu
- Beantown Tacos - $14.25: Three soft corn tortillas with your choice of filling, topped with onions and cilantro. Dietary tags: Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flautas - $15.99: Three crispy corn rolled tortillas with your choice of filling topped with refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes, drizzled sour cream, and cotija cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas - $14.99: Three rolled soft corn tortillas stuffed with your choice of filling and topped with green tomatillo salsa, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, drizzled sour cream and cotija cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno - $15.99: One poblano pepper egg-battered, stuffed with cheese, topped with red traditional salsa and drizzled sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Huarache - $13.99: Thick hand made soft corn tortilla with your choice of filling, topped with refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes, drizzled sour cream, and cotija cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada - $13.99: One thin flat crispy corn tortilla topped with refried beans, your choice of filling, lettuce, tomatoes, drizzled sour cream, and cotija cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torta - $14.99: Mexican style sandwich stuffed with your choice of filling, refried beans, cheese, onions, peppers, avocado and chipotle aioli sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tex-Mex Menu
- Small Burrito - $10.99: Flour tortilla stuffed with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, drizzled sour cream, and cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Burrito - $13.99: Flour tortilla stuffed with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, drizzled sour cream, and cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga - $14.99: Crispy fried burrito with your choice of filling, stuffed with cheese, rice and beans. Topped with guacamole and sour cream. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla with Cheese & Salsa - $9.99: Flour tortilla stuffed with cheese and salsa, then folded and grilled crispy. Served with chipotle aioli sauce on the side. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $13.99: Flour tortilla stuffed with cheese and your choice of filling, then folded and grilled crispy, with chipotle aioli sauce on the side. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tex-Mex Tacos - $14.5: Three tacos with your choice of filling, topped with lettuce, tomatoes and shredded cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos (No Meat) - $12.99: No meat. Topped with refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes, nacho cheese, jalapeños slices and drizzled sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beantown Nachos - $14.99: Includes the choice of filling. Topped with refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes, nacho cheese, jalapeño slices, and drizzled sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Fajitas - $15: Grilled with fresh bell peppers and onions. Served with guacamole, sour cream and your choice of soft flour or soft corn tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fajitas - $16: Marinated strips of chicken, grilled with fresh bell peppers and onions. Served with guacamole, sour cream and your choice of soft flour or soft corn tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Fajitas - $17: Marinated strips of steak , grilled with fresh bell peppers and onions. Served with guacamole, sour cream and your choice of soft flour or soft corn tortillas. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fajitas - $18: Marinated strips of shrimp, grilled with fresh bell peppers and onions. Served with guacamole, sour cream and your choice of soft flour or soft corn tortillas. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Beantown Salad - $8: Mixed field greens, tomatoes and cucumbers. Served with creamy Italian dressing on the side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Avocado Salad - $10: Mixed field greens, tomatoes, cucumbers and sliced avocado. Served with creamy Italian dressing on the side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Orders
- Rice - $4: Mexican or Veggie rice available. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans - $4: Savory Black Beans, Slow-Cooked to Perfection Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pinto Beans - $4: Savory Pinto Beans, Slow-Cooked to Perfection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Refried Beans - $4: Creamy, mashed beans, lightly seasoned and cooked till perfection Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips - $4: Corn tortilla chips typically served as a crunchy accompaniment Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico De Gallo - $1.75: Fresh and zesty salsa made with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a touch of spice
- Guacamole - $1.5: Fresh, creamy avocado dip, seasoned with lime and cilantro. Perfect for sharing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sour Cream - $1.5: A serving of our house-made sour cream, known for its creamy texture and tangy flavor, ideal as a complement to any dish
- Mole Sauce - $1.5: A rich, complex sauce made with a blend of chilies, chocolate, spices, and nuts, offering a unique depth of flavor
- Tomatillo Sauce - $1.5: A tangy and vibrant sauce made from fresh tomatillos, typically blended with onions, cilantro, and green chilies
- Ranchero Sauce - $1.5: A tomato and chili pepper sauce, seasoned with a blend of chili powders and herbs
- Chipotle Aioli - $1.5: A creamy blend of chipotle peppers and aioli, often served as a rich and smoky dip or spread
- Salad Dressing - $1: A blend of traditional and contemporary flavors, this salad dressing typically includes a mix of herbs, spices, and possibly citrus or vinegar to complement Mexican salads
- Veggie Cilantro Rice - $4: Steamed rice infused with fresh cilantro and mixed with a variety of vegetables, typically includes onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Single Beantown Taco - $4.85: Single beantown taco with a choice of al pastor, carnitas, chicken, chorizo, fish, ground beef, lengua, shredded beef, steak, tinga chicken, or veggies. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Single Tex-Mex Taco - $4.95: Single Tex-Mex Taco: Choice of soft corn or flour shell. Fillings include al pastor, carnitas, fish, and more. Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Canned Soda - $2: Choice of Canada Dry Ginger Ale, Coke varieties including Zero and Diet, Dr. Pepper, or Sprite
- Mexican Bottled Soda - $3: Assorted Mexican bottled sodas including Jarritos (fruit punch, grapefruit, lime, mandarin, mango, tamarind), Mexican Coke, Sprite, and Sangria Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Monster Energy Drink - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Water - $2: Poland spring
- Horchata - $3
- Jamaica - $3
- Powerade - $3
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