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El Pelón Taqueria, located at 92 Peterborough St in the vibrant West Fens neighborhood of Boston, MA, is a beloved Mexican restaurant renowned for its authentic flavors and casual atmosphere. This eatery specializes in made-to-order Mexican street food, offering a delightful menu that includes fish tacos, beefy burritos, and unique Mexican sandwiches. With a focus on fresh ingredients and housemade salsas, El Pelón Taqueria has become a go-to spot for both locals and visitors seeking delicious Mexican food.

At El Pelón Taqueria, diners can indulge in a variety of flavorful dishes that highlight the essence of Mexican cuisine. The menu features:

Fish Tacos: Freshly made with housemade salsas, bursting with flavor.

Burritos: Generous portions filled with your choice of protein and toppings.

Mexican Sandwiches: A unique twist that surprises and delights.

Situated in the bustling West Fens area, El Pelón Taqueria is conveniently located near several popular Boston attractions. Visitors can explore the nearby Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, or stroll through the picturesque Boston Public Garden. The restaurant is easily accessible and offers both takeout and delivery options, making it a perfect choice for a quick meal before or after enjoying local sights.

Made-to-order Mexican street eats like fish tacos & beefy burritos are topped with housemade salsas.

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This place has a very casual and fun vibe. The staff greets you with a big smile. The menu is not too large but big enough to make you want to order everything!

I never heard of Mexican sandwiches but glad I tried it. It was amazing! Their tacos and plantains are blasting with flavors! So glad we found this place.

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The food, both taste and texture, is on point, the portions are very big for what you pay for. The atmosphere is... really it's mostly a place to pick up the good food to go elsewhere but they do have cramped seating for roughly 20 people.

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Let’s be real. Boston isn’t exactly overflowing with great Mexican restaurants, and when it comes to Fenway, it feels like a desert. El Pelon used to be the most decent one in the area, but its quality has gone down in the past few years. I used to order their Platos for delivery occasionally, but I recently had a bad experience with the pork and chicken platos. Both meats were dry, and the toppings lacked the punch of flavor you'd expect. Even compared to local chains like El Jefe’s, it fell flat. The Steak Platos I tried during lunch were a slight improvement, but not enough to quench my Mexican cravings.

It’s a shame that El Pelon is still considered the best takeout Mexican option near Fenway. Not sure if I’ll be going back.

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This review is not to bash this small business, but it wasn't what I expected. My family is Mexican, and I've had good, authentic, Mexican food. This wasn't it. I ordered a steak taco, a chicken quesadilla, and a kids cheese quesadilla. Their tacos don't have the standard ingredients you'd find on a taco - raw onions and cilantro. The flavor of the steak wasn't great. The chicken quesadilla was overwhelming with the amount of chicken that was in it. The chicken also had light shades of pink, making me put it down. My child said their meal was good, but I didn't try it. You can't really mess a cheese quesadilla up. The kids' meal came with tortilla chips, which tasted stale and old. The vibe of the restaurant was cool and different, but food wise, it was not great.

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Was recommended the El guapo burrito. Tasted great! Good flavour and i think there was banana or some kinda fruit in there which i found rly unique! It was really affordable as well. Even more significant for me though was that the service was topnotch. The lady who served me was all smiles and v friendly. She even went out of her way when I asked for a favor regarding keeping my backpack safe for an hour as I couldn't have it w me. To my surprise she accepted. If you're reading this I want to say thank you again. I can't commend them and recommend them enough!!

El Pelón Taqueria: Authentic Mexican Dining in Boston

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El Pelón Taqueria emerges as a vibrant beacon of culinary delight in the heart of Boston's West Fens neighborhood, offering made-to-order Mexican street eats like fish tacos and beefy burritos topped with housemade salsas.

El Pelón Taqueria: Authentic Mexican Dining in Boston

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