Boston | Behind the yellow door is Boston's coolest Taco shop
đź Yellow Door: South Endâs Vibrant Taco HavenâBold Flavors, Festive Vibes, and a Knockout Birria Tucked beside Whole Foods in Bostonâs South End, this spot hides behind an unassuming yellow doorâbut step inside, and youâre hit with a explosion of color: vibrant Mexican paper cutouts, cool skull decor, and the buzz of friends laughing over tacos and cocktails. Itâs hands down one of the coolest Mexican spots in the cityâand the food lives up to the vibe. đ The Taco Stars (Each One a Showstopper) Birria đ„© The OG viral taco, done right. This isnât your average taco: the tortilla is dipped in rich beef broth, loaded with melted cheese and tender shredded beef, then grilled until crispy and oozing. Itâs greasy (in the best way), cheesy, and so flavorful. Dip each bite in the side of tomato-beef broth for extra juicinessâyouâll understand why itâs a classic. Coconut Shrimp đŠ A tropical twist. Crispy fried shrimp tossed in a sweet-spicy sauce, paired with mango salsa thatâs bright and tangy. The mango cuts through the fried shrimpâs richness, making each bite feel fresh and summery. Chili Duck đŠ A nod to duck lovers. Juicy, fatty duck (think Peking duck vibes) slathered in a slightly sweet BBQ sauce, balanced by pickled onions. Itâs rich, savory, and packed with umamiâperfect for anyone who craves bold, meaty flavors. Mango BBQ Pork đ Slow-cooked, tender rib meat infused with subtle mango sweetness (you wonât see chunks of fruit, but that fruity brightness shines through). Topped with creamy cole slaw, itâs a textural winâsoft meat, crunchy slaw, and a hint of smoke. đ Standout Apps & Drinks Elote (Mexican Street Corn) đœ A nostalgic surprise. Grilled corn coated in a thick layer of cheese, paprika, and a hint of lime. Itâs sweet, smoky, and creamyâtastes like a grown-up version of KFCâs honey corn, but better. Each kernel pops with juice and flavor. Street Corn Nachos đ§ A mountain of crispy tortilla chips smothered in melted cheese, street corn, and all the fixings. Perfect for sharing (or not) with a cold drinkâitâs the ultimate pre-taco snack. Cocktails đč The menu leans into Latin American flavorsâthink mezcal, lime, and tropical fruits. Wash down your tacos with something icy and refreshing; itâs part of the fun. Yellow Door proves that great Mexican food is as much about atmosphere as flavor. With its lively energy, creative tacos, and that âhidden gemâ feel, itâs a South End must-visit. đ Yellow Door South End, Boston (look for the yellow door near Whole Foodsâyou canât miss it) #SouthEndEats #BostonTacos #MexicanVibes