Message from El Pelon Taqueria
Just a short walk from Fenway Park, the MFA and the Landmark Center
- Outdoor seating
- "Best of Citysearch" winner
- Catering menu
Come by El Pelon for one of our famous burritos, such as the El Guapo, fish tacos or caramelos tacos. Wash it all down with our freshly-made horchata or agua de jamaica drinks.
El Pelon is an affordable, neighborhood favorite for $5 meals. Come check out other El Pelon fans who have posted photographs of themselves on our walls wearing El Pelon T-shirts in exotic locations around the world.
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 El Pelon Taquieria
(617) 262-9090
92 Peterborough St
Boston, MA 02215
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Editorial Description by Citysearch
Some of the city's best, most authentic tacos and burritos are wildly popular with budget-conscious students.
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by Citysearch.
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I LOVE El Pelon 
"'ve been frequenting El Pelon for about three years now. There are a bunch of options for Mexican food in Boston, and I think this place is hands down numero uno. The food is all reasonably priced and it is so good! The chips and salsa are wonderful, the burritos are amazing (especially the El Guapo) and you must get the fried plantains to start. There is always lively Mexican music playing inside the authentically decorated restaurant, and in the summer, there is plenty of outdoor seating. Other add-ins: T-shirts for $12, burrito cards (buy 10, get 11th free), and free refills on sodas.
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One of my favorite restaurants
this place is so great. i usually get the carnitas burrito, and chips and salsa, plus guacamole. The chips are usually hot and fresh, and the guacamole is awesome. my friends all agree that it is great, and the price is pretty reasonable. and the hot sauce is really good, but some days it's hotter than others. it's like a fun surprise.
Pros: The chips, especially when they're still hot, the guacamole, the hot sauce, the mexican oompah-band music.
Cons: line can be pretty long, seating indoors is limited
Posted 11/28/07 at 12:29pm
Not impressed, much better options for Mexican out there
I have friends who swear by El Pelon Taqueria. In all honesty, I have only visited the restaurant twice. Both times, however, my food came out cold and tasteless. Both times my chips came out stale, the guacamole and rice were sub par, and my entrees looked like they were put together by a four-year-old. And to top it off, my bill for two was over $20! I probably will give the place one more chance to impress me (and I'll editing my review accordingly).
Pros: None that I can think of
Cons: Bad food, wasn't ever able to find a table
Posted 06/10/07 at 6:26am
the best in boston!
El Pelon has the best fish tacos, quesadillas and burritos in Boston. Amazing guacamole and salsa! Outdoor seating! The food is high quality and so affordable it's almost absurd. It's also run by some of the friendliest people in town- it can't be beat.
Pros: great food, friendly staff, cheaper than you could cook at home
Cons: no complaints!
Posted 05/05/07 at 4:39pm
Best fish tacos and burritos, ever
This place is a hidden gem. All the burritos, tacos and platos are delicious but the fish ones deserve special mention. The prices are very reasonable too. Highly recommended.
P.S. Don't forget to try the ginseng green tea from their fountain. I don;t know where they get it from but its unlie any other green tea I have tasted and its delicious.
Pros: Great food (especially fish) regardless of the price, cheap
Cons: parking, limited seating
Posted 03/12/07 at 3:03pm
Best fish tacos and plantains
Up until recently, my job was located about 3 blocks away from El Pelon and, boy, do I miss that place! In my opinion, they have the best authentic Mexican food. I don't like "American Mexican" food at those "other places". Their fish tacos are extremely tasty, their burritos are fabulous and their plantains are out of this world. The service is also very friendly and very quick.
Pros: Tacos, plantains, customer service, good for kids
Cons: It's very tiny in there
Posted 11/14/06 at 9:45am
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