Very glad we tried this place, we started off with horchata and chicken empanadas. The horchata was pretty good, I like it with a little more spice to it, but it's a good portion size and not too sweet which I like. The chicken empanadas were amazing they were so crispy, had great flavor, and it came with this great sauce to dip it in that added a nice spiciness to the adobo chicken. Then for the main course I got the pork arepas and my girlfriend got the Mexico city tacos (1 chicken, 1 carnitas, and 1 adobado.) This was my first time trying arepas, and I was really pleased with my introduction. The arepa lightly tastes of corn, but it's kind of fluffy like white bread, it's not the easiest thing to describe if you've never had it but I suggest trying it. It's a great vehicle for the pork that was lightly spiced and cut in cubes, and it was well marbled with bits of fat throughout. The guacamole really brought the arepa together, it was mostly just mashed avocado, some onion, and maybe jalapenos or something, but it was not overpowering or trying to steal the spotlight, just adding the flavor of avocado to the mix, it also came with a nice fresh salad which went perfectly with the meal. My girlfriends tacos were really great. The tortilla tasted just like the corn tortillas we had in Mexico city. Clearly made from actual corn, but unlike in Mexico city the tacos were full of meat and very flavorful. It came with rice and she was hoping it would come with beans, but unfortunately not. All in all though it was really delicious and with the closing of Alcapulcos, this may be our new go to spot for Latin food. Also the best part was that all this came in under 60 dollars, we barely ever get out for a date night spending under 80 dollars, and it was a great meal. It seems like a really great place and I would highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Graham Thomas
There's a reason they advertise their alcohol more than their food. The food isn't always bad, but it's wildy inconsistent. I've had perfectly enjoyable tacos here before. But half the time it tastes like they're serving me something that's been in the back of their freezer for the past 3 years. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Ian Boehm
My wife and I decided to try La Qchara on the last night of the Beverly Dine-Out promotion (8/24/25). I chose the prix-fixe promotion and got the beef empanadas, Quesabirria, and churros with vanilla ice cream. All were very good, and I would definitely order again. My wife got the MuyRico bowl with salmon add-on, and she took half of the large portion home. I'm not sure if our server was inexperienced, but she never came back to check on us to see if we needed anything else or to check on the food. Then, we had to wave down one of the other servers to get takeout boxes, again to get the check, and again to pay the check. She appeared preoccupied with doing the end-of-the-night cleanup. We chalked it up to inexperience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Michel Hanratty
I keep thinking about how delicious the spicy margarita was here! The food and service were amazing too. Definitely going back soon.
Nick Kirk
I dont leave reviews, absolute worse birria tacos ive ever had. Don't order them. Margarita was good, starr was good enough i think my waitress was new which is fine the other lady was friendly. But unless it was the person in the kitchens first day. Oof
Ka Fatlawi
We were the first to walk in but the group who came after us ordered food and drinks before us, we waited 20 minutes until we got greeted and put our drinks in while the table was already eating and had drinks.. then forgot one of our friends meal, it was only 3 of us and the other party was 4 people and the place was empty
John Gill
Great spot with great food.
Daniel Gindes
Our new favorite Latin place. Great Margheritas, tacos, tostonies, and mains.
Alice Duong
A bit overpriced and small portion. I was full but no leftovers. Great service tho.
John Leonard
Thanks Ben! Food was great! Birria tacos were awesome!!
I absolutely love everything about La Qchara in Beverly, Massachusetts! It’s a must-visit for those who love Spanish cuisine. The restaurant masterfully blends traditional dishes with modern flair, offering an enticing menu with something for everyone. This restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with ambient lighting and rustic decor, it creates a welcoming ambiance, enhanced by a passionate staff. Experience Spain's vibrant flavors locally. They’ve got it all and I am a fan for life! Keep up the great work!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salsa for Chips, Tres Leches French Toast, Pulled Pork, Huevos Rancheros, Churros, Enchiladas Mole, Venezuelan Benedicts, Yuca Bites
Simon Farrell
TACO TUESDAY!!! Great food, great service, great atmosphere, and the tacos are DELICIOUS! we had a bunch of shrimp tacos and veggie tacos (7 in all, plus complimentary chips n salsa) and we had change out of $25.. even Ben the waiter was impressed ?.. We've been driving past this place for ages, finally dropped by, very glad we did.. we'll definitely be back to try those delicious-looking margaritas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salsa for Chips
Patrick Cochran
The food was great, the staff were excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Enchiladas Mole, Yuca Bites
James Carey
Thought it was gonna be better. Oh well
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Chris Maggio
I can't attest to the atmosphere or service but the food here is not any good. I ordered the birria tacos and they were absolutely atrocious. Barely any meat and they were dry and moist at the same time and the tortillas were just falling apart. They also don't give you the de birria dipping sauce with the tacos which is robbery for $20 tacos. The rice and beans with the fried plantains I got were mid at best. Definitely never ordering from here again. Just go to El Jailsco if you want good authentic Mexican food experience. This place won't last long if they keep serving what I ate today.
Very glad we tried this place, we started off with horchata and chicken empanadas. The horchata was pretty good, I like it with a little more spice to it, but it's a good portion size and not too sweet which I like. The chicken empanadas were amazing they were so crispy, had great flavor, and it came with this great sauce to dip it in that added a nice spiciness to the adobo chicken. Then for the main course I got the pork arepas and my girlfriend got the Mexico city tacos (1 chicken, 1 carnitas, and 1 adobado.) This was my first time trying arepas, and I was really pleased with my introduction. The arepa lightly tastes of corn, but it's kind of fluffy like white bread, it's not the easiest thing to describe if you've never had it but I suggest trying it. It's a great vehicle for the pork that was lightly spiced and cut in cubes, and it was well marbled with bits of fat throughout. The guacamole really brought the arepa together, it was mostly just mashed avocado, some onion, and maybe jalapenos or something, but it was not overpowering or trying to steal the spotlight, just adding the flavor of avocado to the mix, it also came with a nice fresh salad which went perfectly with the meal. My girlfriends tacos were really great. The tortilla tasted just like the corn tortillas we had in Mexico city. Clearly made from actual corn, but unlike in Mexico city the tacos were full of meat and very flavorful. It came with rice and she was hoping it would come with beans, but unfortunately not. All in all though it was really delicious and with the closing of Alcapulcos, this may be our new go to spot for Latin food. Also the best part was that all this came in under 60 dollars, we barely ever get out for a date night spending under 80 dollars, and it was a great meal. It seems like a really great place and I would highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
There's a reason they advertise their alcohol more than their food. The food isn't always bad, but it's wildy inconsistent. I've had perfectly enjoyable tacos here before. But half the time it tastes like they're serving me something that's been in the back of their freezer for the past 3 years. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
My wife and I decided to try La Qchara on the last night of the Beverly Dine-Out promotion (8/24/25). I chose the prix-fixe promotion and got the beef empanadas, Quesabirria, and churros with vanilla ice cream. All were very good, and I would definitely order again. My wife got the MuyRico bowl with salmon add-on, and she took half of the large portion home.
I'm not sure if our server was inexperienced, but she never came back to check on us to see if we needed anything else or to check on the food. Then, we had to wave down one of the other servers to get takeout boxes, again to get the check, and again to pay the check. She appeared preoccupied with doing the end-of-the-night cleanup. We chalked it up to inexperience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I keep thinking about how delicious the spicy margarita was here! The food and service were amazing too. Definitely going back soon.
I dont leave reviews, absolute worse birria tacos ive ever had. Don't order them. Margarita was good, starr was good enough i think my waitress was new which is fine the other lady was friendly. But unless it was the person in the kitchens first day. Oof
We were the first to walk in but the group who came after us ordered food and drinks before us, we waited 20 minutes until we got greeted and put our drinks in while the table was already eating and had drinks.. then forgot one of our friends meal, it was only 3 of us and the other party was 4 people and the place was empty
Great spot with great food.
Our new favorite Latin place. Great Margheritas, tacos, tostonies, and mains.
A bit overpriced and small portion. I was full but no leftovers. Great service tho.
Thanks Ben! Food was great! Birria tacos were awesome!!
Restaurantji Recommends
I absolutely love everything about La Qchara in Beverly, Massachusetts! It’s a must-visit for those who love Spanish cuisine. The restaurant masterfully blends traditional dishes with modern flair, offering an enticing menu with something for everyone. This restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with ambient lighting and rustic decor, it creates a welcoming ambiance, enhanced by a passionate staff. Experience Spain's vibrant flavors locally. They’ve got it all and I am a fan for life! Keep up the great work!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salsa for Chips, Tres Leches French Toast, Pulled Pork, Huevos Rancheros, Churros, Enchiladas Mole, Venezuelan Benedicts, Yuca Bites
TACO TUESDAY!!!
Great food, great service, great atmosphere, and the tacos are DELICIOUS!
we had a bunch of shrimp tacos and veggie tacos (7 in all, plus complimentary chips n salsa) and we had change out of $25.. even Ben the waiter was impressed ?..
We've been driving past this place for ages, finally dropped by, very glad we did.. we'll definitely be back to try those delicious-looking margaritas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salsa for Chips
The food was great, the staff were excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Enchiladas Mole, Yuca Bites
Thought it was gonna be better. Oh well
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
I can't attest to the atmosphere or service but the food here is not any good. I ordered the birria tacos and they were absolutely atrocious. Barely any meat and they were dry and moist at the same time and the tortillas were just falling apart. They also don't give you the de birria dipping sauce with the tacos which is robbery for $20 tacos. The rice and beans with the fried plantains I got were mid at best. Definitely never ordering from here again. Just go to El Jailsco if you want good authentic Mexican food experience. This place won't last long if they keep serving what I ate today.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
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