Naco Taco – Mexican
This lively destination pulses with energy, drawing guests in with the irresistible aroma of blistered shishito peppers and rich, bubbling chile con queso. Diners dive into crisp crab tostadas and tender quesabirria that drips with savory consommé, while bright bowls of citrus-cured shrimp ceviche and house-made salsas provide a refreshing counterpoint to the bold, smoky flavors. It is a colorful celebration of modern Mexican street food, where every shared plate captures a spirited and communal dining experience.
297, Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139 +16179451548 https://www.nacocentral.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Naco Taco
Dairy-Free at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shaved Vegetable Salad, Ceviche Camarone and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ceviche Camarone, Guacamole and Yuca & Chicharron. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dulce De Leche Churros, Shaved Vegetable Salad and Ceviche Camarone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Egg Tostada, Fried Quesadillas and Pescado Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Peppers, Topo Chico & Mineragua and Pico De Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Peppers, Chile Con Queso and Topo Chico & Mineragua. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shaved Vegetable Salad, Guacamole and Quinoa Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Naco Taco
Naco Taco in Cambridge has 20 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dulce De Leche Churros, Shaved Vegetable Salad and Shishito Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Naco Taco
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tofu Ahumado Taco | 9.3 g | 66.2 g |
| Fried Quesadillas | 13.8 g | 61.8 g |
| Res Con Mole Verde Taco | 14.4 g | 51.4 g |
| Pollo Taco | 29.8 g | 43.3 g |
| Taco Bowl | 114.2 g | 38.9 g |
| Fried Egg Tostada | 50.1 g | 38.8 g |
| Quesabirria | 61.9 g | 36 g |
| Pescado Taco | 4.4 g | 32.8 g |
| Ceviche Camarone | 21.3 g | 31.7 g |
| Yuca & Chicharron | 34.7 g | 29 g |
| Ahogada Torta | 18.3 g | 25.2 g |
| Carnitas Taco | 31.7 g | 25.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Wednesday
- 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Thursday - Friday
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Con Chips
- Guacamole - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
- Chile Con Queso - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico De Gallo - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Salsa Roja Y Verde - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Frijoles Charros - $11: Black Beans, Pork, Chihuahua Cheese, Cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Antojitos
- Ceviche Camarone - $17: Shrimp, Cucumber, Avocado, Radish, Aji Amarillo, Sea Salt, Chili Flakes Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $11: Cotija, Aleppo, Sea Salt, Cilantro, Lime Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesabirria - $14: Crispy Tacos, Chili Braised Beef, Chihuahua Cheese, Chile de Arbol Broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Tostada - $12: Crab, Avocado, Corn, Cucumber, Cilantro, Radish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Egg Tostada - $8: Avocado, Frijoles Negros, Cilantro, Cotija Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Plantains - $9: Cotija y Crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Quesadillas - $11: Black Beans, Pork, Chihuahua Cheese, Roasted Tomato Salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flauta - $11: Chicken & Potato, Roasted Tomato Salsa, Crema, Cotija Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca & Chicharron - $12: Fried Yuca, Crispy Pork Belly, Arugula, Pequin Aioli Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole Verde - $12: Chicken, Hominy, Green Chile, Tomatillo, Avocado, Crispy Tortilla, Radish Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Bowls
- Quinoa Bowl - $13: Quinoa, Rajas, Grilled Corn, Carrots, Cilantro, Spinach, Shiitake Mushrooms, Cumin-Ginger Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shaved Vegetable Salad - $11: Kale, Brussels, Radish, Carrots, Apples, Cauliflower, Beets, Lime-Thyme Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Naco Cobb Salad - $14: Arugula, Cucumbers, Chickpeas, Tomato, Avocado, Smoked Queso, Bacon, Charred Onions, Green Goddess Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Bowl - $16: Choice of Protein, Rice, Beans, Corn, Lettuce, Pickled Jalapeno, Pico de Gallo, Salsa Verde Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Pescado Taco - $7: Crispy Tilapia, Spicy Cabbage Slaw, Chipotle Mayo, Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Taco - $6: Grilled Chicken Tinga, Smoked Tomato, Iceberg, Crema, Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicharron Taco - $7: Crispy Pork Belly, Sesame Slaw, Garlic-Chile-Soy Sauce, Cilantro, Sriracha Mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones Taco - $7: Ancho Fried Shrimp, Spicy Cabbage Slaw, Cilantro, Chipotle Aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Ahumado Taco - $6: Smoked Tofu, Refried Beans, Salsa Arriera, Cotija Crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco - $6: Slow Braised Pork, Cilantro Crema, Chile De Arbol, Pickled Red Onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Taco - $7: Charbroiled Pork & Pineapple, Onion, Cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Res Con Mole Verde Taco - $8: Chili braised beef brisket, cotija, pumpkin seeds, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
Tortas
- Hongo Torta - $14: Portobello, Green Chile Rajas, Pickled Jalapeno, Arugula, Cumin Goat Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frito Torta - $15: Crispy Tilapia, Spicy Cabbage Slaw, Tomato, Pickled Jalapeno, Chipotle Mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahogada Torta - $16: Pulled Pork, Refried Beans, Avocado, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro Aioli, Bacon, Chili Broth Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepito Torta - $16: Chili Braised Beef Brisket, Arugula, Chihuahua Cheese, Ancho Mayo, Pickled Jalapenos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburguesa - $15: Pineapple, Pequin Aioli, Chihuahua Cheese, Red Onion, Lettuce Tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Milanesa Picante - $15: Fried Chicken, Chile de Arbol Jam, Pickled Jalapenos, Arugula, Sriracha Mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Street Corn - $12: Off The Cob, Cotija, Chile De Arbol Aioli, Cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Dulce De Leche Churros - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Cocktails
- De La Casa Margarita - $14: Campo Bravo Blanco, Lime, Agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Picante Margarita - $15: Tanteo Jalapeño Tequila, Lime, Agave, Tajin Rim
- Tamarind Margarita - $14: Mezcal Prolejo, Tamarind, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup
- Naco Paloma - $14: Campo Bravo Blanco, Agave Syrup, Lime, Grapefruit Jarrito Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fresa Ranch Water - $16: Strawberry Campo Bravo, Strawberry Basil Syrup, Fresh Lime, Mineragua Sparking Water Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Habanero - $15: Habanero Infused Peloton Mezcal, Mango Syrup, Lime, Triple Sec, Tajin Rim
- Tropicali - $15: Pineapple Campo Bravo, Kalani Coconut Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Rio De Moras - $14: Devils River Whiskey, Blackberry, Simple, Mint, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Oaxacan Old Fashion - $17: Espolon Reposado, Ilegal Mezcal, Agave, Mole Bitters, Angostura Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Frambuesa Del Diablo - $14: Jose Cuervo, Triple Sec, Lime, Simple, Raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3: Iced Tea, Lemonade, Cola, Diet Cola, Lemon Lime, Root Beer, Ginger-Ale
- Jarritos - $4: Assorted Flavors
- Topo Chico & Mineragua - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Naco Taco
- Is Naco Taco dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Naco Taco has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shaved Vegetable Salad, Ceviche Camarone and Guacamole.
- What can I eat at Naco Taco on a dairy-free diet?
- Shaved Vegetable Salad, Ceviche Camarone and Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Naco Taco have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Shaved Vegetable Salad and Guacamole.
- Is Naco Taco gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Naco Taco?
- Tofu Ahumado Taco, at roughly 66.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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