El Barco – Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar in Boston’s Back Bay

Benjamin Hammer 7 months ago

What a random find in Back Bay! It looks like it’s a parking garage (and is attached to one). It’s HUGE and clearly gets wild later in the evening. The salsa bar was awesome, and the tacos were solid. Only complaint was none of the tortillas held up once picked up. It was VERY messy. Solid margaritas, and the chips were great. I’d recommend if you’re in the area.

Juniper Hanson a month ago

Came in the other morning for a drink and light bite. everything was delicious!! The room was packed with what appeared to be a conference but the service was quick and attentive. The bartender, i think her name was Emma, was very friendly and makes a great drink

Suparna Banerjee 7 months ago

It was located just outside the garage we parked. Loved the decor and vibe. They also had a salsa bar which was good to try different varieties of salsa. Service was however very slow as it took some idea for someone to get to us. We had some tacos here and it came out really good. It tasted really good. Definitely would recommend this place.

Eric Pease a month ago

Good food and cool looking place. We were in Boston for a Sox game that got rained out, so we were looking for things to do. Honestly, if the service was even adequate, probably would have been there for a few hours ordering food and drink. We were staying across the street at the Sheraton, so we were ready to have some fun.Here's the problem with the service (and this probably understates it. 1. Difficult to get someone to even acknowledge us after we were seated. Had to chase down and ask someone to come take our drink order. 2. On the rare occasion when we did have someone at our table, they could clearly care less. They didn't engage at all or even talk to anyone at our table. Not even a simple "I'm sorry it took so long" etc. 3. The staff seemed incredibly disinterested in being there. I know it's a job, and it probably sucks sometimes, but you're there to provide service for a paycheck. 4. I'm a good tipper and even I maxed out at 15% tonight. That's the tip I leave when it's poor service. I can tell you most people would have not given anything based on tonight. 5. After we ate, we had to chase someone down again for the check. Pro tip also, maybe throwing the pens on the table isn't the best service practice, just sayin. There was a waitress there initially when we were seated that seemed nice and explained she was training. That's the first and last time we saw her. Almost every time we come to Boston for a Sox game (sometimes a couple times a season +) we always stay across the street, so it's a convenient place, but not sure I can give them a 2nd chance. Please improve your service.....it isn't just one person, it's the entire vibe .....not good.

Nick Czerula 8 months ago

This is nice Mexican inspired restaurant and bar. Food is prepared well and taste was good. Our server was very friendly and helped us figure out the right options. The places very clean and has plenty of seating. Definitely worth checking out if you're interested in grabbing some typical Mexican inspired fare or grabbing a drink and some appetizers.