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Tu y Yo
Mexican Restaurant and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Tufts University, Somerville
Ranked #8 for Mexican restaurants in Somerville
"The avocado cheesecake topped with pistachios is AMAZING"(3 Tips)
"They have grasshopper tacos here!"(3 Tips)
"The best authentic Mexican food I've had in Boston."(3 Tips)
"Their mole sauce is the best."(4 Tips)
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- Margot MazurJune 29, 2016The best authentic Mexican food I've had in Boston. When we think Mexican, we usually just think tacos and burritos but this place is overflowing with flavor, history, and care. Get the tamales!
Miraj ShahFebruary 27, 2016Wholesome and proudly authentic. Vegetarians will love the tender cactus in the Indio Vestido and Pipian Paskal. Make sure to get the Mexican spiced coffee or hot chocolate! Brunch is also delicious- great tacos on tuesdays and now offering their margarita mixes to go during covid - overall very authentic and one of the best in somerville
Patrick HardyAugust 25, 2013The Chile Relleno en Nogada is a revelation. Also the shrimp Relleno with goat cheese. Really, you can't go wrong here. Amazing upscale Mexican cuisine.
Aaron BellOctober 27, 2015Authentic Mexican food (not to be confused with Tex-Mex). The plantain empanadas are a great starter, and anything with cactus in it is a rare treat for New England.- You can now buy their sangria bottled! I highly suggest adding a bottle to your take-out order when you call! I got a case for my sister’s backyard wedding
EaterJanuary 23, 2013The kind of restaurant that used to warn patrons it didn't have burritos. One of the few local spots for grasshopper tacos, serving micheladas before they were cool (for gringos). [Eater 38 Member]
Jamie LinMay 12, 2016If you're a fan of Huevos Rancheros, try their Huevos Divorciados instead - it's fantastic! (I'm sure the Rancheros is great too though.)
Dhruv BNovember 5, 2016Most authentic Mexican food in the Boston area. Ignore the low 4sq rating, it's great comfort food and healthy! Dishes you wouldn't find at most restaurants.
Morgan KeeAugust 21, 2013My Mexican friend brought me here cause it's her favorite Mexican restaurant. Authentic country recipes unlike anything I've seen at other Mexican places.
They now have burritos & enchiladas for lunch on Thursdays & Fridays.
Had the puerco cerado and I've never had more delicious nopales in my life. So good!
Enrico SFebruary 14, 2015Intriguing menu with delicious and unexpected flavors. For dessert, get the avocado cheesecake!
Josh GreensteinJuly 10, 2010Do yourself a favor whatever you order get a side of Longaniza. It's the most delicious thing that I have ever eaten. Comes with tortillas and sauces and cilantro. Make your own tacos. Yum!!- Hidden gem for sure! Many very traditional Mexican dishes as well as some more recognizable ones.
Al SJuly 8, 2019Decent food but was expecting more after reading many good reviews. They also served sopes with Parmesan cheese instead of the expected cotija. Chips and quac were tasty but no traditional salsa? Wut?
Kenneth McKlinskiMay 14, 2022Wonderful authentic Mexican cuisine in a welcoming space of genuine hospitality.- Morgan KeeAugust 21, 2013The grasshopper tacos are tasty and don't feel like bugs when you're chewing - it's just crunchy. Get past the idea of it and it's easy to eat.
Anna OswaldJuly 20, 2010Upscale Mexican food. A lot of choices. Octopus or squid are my favorites. Their mole sauce is the best. Don't expect to find tacos, burritos or enchiladas on the menu, though.
Emily GMarch 23, 2012The longaniza sausage appetizer is AMAZING! It's basically a mini longaniza taco bar and it's a divine experience.
Come for brunch on the weekend and grab some chilequelis. Best breakfast ever.
Alex ArmstrongJanuary 5, 2013The coconut tamale on the vegetarian tamale app is the best of the best!
Nabeel HyattJanuary 1, 2013Great old country mexican. Langoniza for sure to start. The calamari wasn't great. Carnitas was also good.
RimaDecember 8, 2010Definitely try the cactus salad, but note that it's best shared with others as an app. It's big and very, very cactus-y. :)
Jacqueline LombardOctober 17, 2014Honeymoon dinner w/ my college roomie and our Misters! Holy Mole de Oaxaca, batman!
Byron ProntDecember 31, 2011Moles rule. I am way into them. Gonna try the cricket tacos next time. Also getting dessert next time
Max SklarNovember 18, 2012I'm told, if you've never tried cactus before, you should try something with cactus.
Julia C.October 29, 2010Anything with plantains is amazing! Order the plantain appetizer and sangria :)
Melissa VMay 18, 2013Not what I expected....its in a strip mall. But food was outstanding and the Mexican coffee was so.good. service was a little rough.
Jim HanleySeptember 17, 2009if you've never heard of the dish, then definitely order it. everything is a delicious surprise at this place.
YaseminMay 19, 2013I was a little disappointed, not what I expected, nothing tasted very exciting or outstanding
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Mark Behnke - 6.3
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