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Welcome To Quilo's Taqueria
At Quilo's Taqueria, we celebrate authentic Mexican flavors with a unique twist, nestled in Arlington, MA. Our journey began with a passion for traditional cuisine, delivering dishes like savory birria tacos and freshly made pupusas, which delight both the palate and the heart. Our vibrant counter staff welcomes every visitor, ensuring your experience is memorable. With an inviting café atmosphere and a diverse menu, from adobada pork nachos to flavorful vegetarian options, each meal is crafted with fresh ingredients and care. Enjoy your favorites in-house or take them to go; we strive to be a staple for all taco lovers and food enthusiasts alike.
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Quilo's Taqueria
Welcome to the vibrant world of Quilo's Taqueria, a standout gem nestled at 162 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA. This Mexican eatery is not just a place to grab a bite; it's a celebration of flavor, community, and culture.
At Quilo's, you can indulge in a diverse menu that transports you straight to the heart of Mexico. The star of the show is their tantalizing birria tacos, famous for being juicy and bursting with flavor. Customers rave about the pupusas, expertly crafted and served hot, making them perfect for a satisfying meal any time of day.
- Nachos: A variety of options awaits, from the classic plain nacho to the rich adobada pork nachos, each served with generous portions of toppings that invite a shared experience.
- Tortas: Dive into the indulgent beef tongue torta or explore the delightful vegetable torta, catering to both seasoned meat lovers and those with plant-based preferences.
- Smoothies: Cool down with a large piña colada smoothie or try something exotic like a guanabana or mamey smoothie to refresh your palate!
Quilo's isn't just about delicious food; it's also about the experience. The café-style atmosphere is welcoming and friendly, making it an excellent spot for families or gatherings with friends. The ample seating and accommodating staff highlight their commitment to providing a great dining experience.
The restaurant is ready to cater to your needs with amenities like outdoor seating, delivery and takeout options, and even a military discount. They’ve considered everyone in their design, including gender-neutral restrooms and wheelchair accessibility.
With free Wi-Fi and on-site TV, you can enjoy your meal while catching up on your favorite shows or working remotely. Customers have echoed their satisfaction across the board, with one saying, “The food is awesome. It’s not common to find tamales and pupusas in the suburbs, and Quilo’s succeeds.” Another chimed in, “The staff is super nice and can accommodate changes if you don’t like everything the dish comes with.”
Overall, Quilo's Taqueria stands out as a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Mexican cuisine. Whether you're dining in or taking out, you’re guaranteed a delightful culinary journey. Stop by or call (781) 648-0005 to savor the essence of Mexico right in Arlington!
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“ Fantastic pupusas and delicious tacos with fresh topping options. The pupusas are made to order so come hot (temperature wise) so they would probably travel very well as take out. Very friendly counter staff and ample seating in this taqueria as well. Flan was also a perfect texture. Definitely will return. Cafe style atmosphere, with a more simple decor. Enough room for parties of 5 or 6 for sure, possibly more. ”
“ Food is awesome. It's not too common to find a place that has tamales and papusas in the suburbs...and then for those to actually be delicious is unheard of. Quilo's succeeds. Everything I've tried has been amazing. ”
“ This place is SO GOOD! The staff is super nice as well and can accommodate changes if you don't like everything the dish comes with. The birria is so flavorful and juicy and the nachos are delicious as well!! I've already been three times this month, quilos is one of my new favorite places. ”
“ I went there for the first time last week, and I will definitely be returning. The food was all excellent, and different from your run-of-the-mill taqueria. My daughter and I shared a burrito and a couple of different papusas (one bean & cheese, one chicken & cheese). We loved all of it. I got a coke in a glass bottle -- nothing to throw away, which was nice. The staff was super friendly. Highly recommend. ”
“ One of my favorite places for a quick and affordable meal. The birria tacos are fantastic. I also love the pupusas. ”
“ I came here with low expectations, and I wasn't disappointed. Food I would give 3.5 to 4 out of 5: it's Salvadorean not Mexican, which I knew full well going in, but it was fresh and well made, and came in decent sized portions at reasonable prices. Very reasonable for Arlington, actually. What impressed me most was how nice the servers were, and how pleasant and welcoming the premises were---the place and the people working there have a warmth and friendliness that is unfortunately way too rare in cold cold New England where the vibe and the weather are often indistinguishable. Contrary to what some reviewers claimed, they do accept credit cards, I just tapped mine and presto. They have a rather unusual system where you pay AFTER getting your food and eating, rather than when you finish placing your order as happens at other "fast casual" places like Chipotle, Anna's, or Felipe's. The latter two are definitely more "Mexican" than Quilo's, but if you have never had *real* Mexican/Tex-Mex food (darn near impossible to find in the Northeast) you would never know the difference and will still enjoy your food and time spent there eating it. /smiles Will definitely be coming back to explore more of their menu! ”
“ We stopped here while in town and were pleasantly surprised. The food was fresh, service great, and everything tasted good. The tamales are HUGE! These are NOT Texas tamales! ”
“ Great addition to Arlington food options! We've tried the burritos, quesadillas, pupusas, and the tostadas and they are all fantastic. The steak is very tasty and our current favorite although we have not had a chance to try others enough. The chicharron and cheese pupusa is delicious, and comes with a crunchy side of cabbage slaw! The burritos and quesadillas come with side of chips and salsa. About 8-10 tables and decor is simple but comfortable. Some ordering kinks still being worked out, but nothing serious and the staff is very friendly and welcoming (give them a break and be patient). We will be visiting in a regular basis! Highly recommend. ”
“ Thank you Jesus! Just what the area needed! I forgot to ask what country the owners are from but the food feels more like Salvadoran rather than Mexican but in a good way. It's nice to get something a bit different compared to other local taquerias so I definitely recommend checking them out. Wife and I were able to sample a large portion of their menu but they didn't have carnitas or pork as they're still in the early stages of opening. Must tries would be the Revuelta Pupusas, Chicharron, fish tacos and the beef tongue. We also tried chicken and steak tostadas, ceviche, birria, Horchata and Maranon drinks. The Maranon is the sleeper hit and I liked it much better than the Horchata. Very nice service, meats are cooked fresh instead of a steam table and their hot sauce is homemade. My only regret was that I couldn't eat more and need to come back instead. ”
“ Just opened! As of this review. Quilo's has tacos, burritos, pupusas and more! I tried the steak and tongue tacos and the traditional loroco pupusa and their horchata. Everything looks made to order even though some prepped items for expediting service. This fast casual service restaurant has limited seating and can be busy during peak times. Also free street parking. ”
