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(617) 876-1374
12 Springfield St
(Cambridge Street)
Cambridge,
MA
02139
42.374
-71.1006
Neighborhood: Wellington-Harrington
Price:
$
Last updated 7.20.11
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Smoking Permitted:
No
What People Are Saying About Olecito
Featured Review
Gerrish Lopez
Contributor
The diminutive Olecito lacks seating but loads up on flavor, serving satisfying Mexican street food in a (relatively) quiet corner of Cambridge. Music spills onto the street as the colorful, handwritten menu and cheery decor welcome those hungry for inexpensive burritos, tacos, and other hand-held south-of-the-border treats. The simple menu offers a range of selections including tortas (such as the piolin, which includes adobo-marinated chicken, avocado, and chipotle mayo), tacos and posole (a soup with pork and chilies). Burritos are large and stuffed with cheese and guacamole. A variety of…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- Vegetarians should be aware that the food is cooked in the traditional manner which means with lard, even the menu items without meat.
- Save Time:
- Stop by the ATM first; this taqueria is cash only.
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01/13/09
Finally!! some new flavor to low cost mexican food in the Boston area!
by professionalstudent at Citysearch
I was very excited to stumble across tiny little Olecito outside Inman Square. I had given up on Boston Mexican food, after 4 burrito joints took over Harvard Square. However good, they are all the same, and all their menu items taste the same, whether it be fish, chicken or steak, wrapped, folded or fried. Olecito has variety of flavor, and fresh tasting cuisine. Yes, the have burritos, but I would encourage you to eat here off the beaten path.... try the Baja taco with fried shrimp and pickled cabbage or mexican style sandwich, called a torta. And true to the rest of the place, even their salsa is unique. A smoky blend of cooked tomatoes and peppers. Thumbs up to Olecito for being brave enough to add some variety!
06/16/08
Terrific burritos!!!
by JDylan at Citysearch
I was very pumped when I saw a burrito shop moved into Inman Sq. This area has a number of restaurants, but none of them are very quick. This takes the cake. I've only had their burriots but they are quite good. Not Anna's level, but pretty close. Also, not as cheap. But under $6 for the burrito and chips/salsa is reasonable. Give it a shot if you are in the area!
- Pros: Great burritos, excellent prices!!!
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