Chilacates Taqueria Finally Opens In Chestnut Hill

CHESTNUT HILL, MA — It's here. Chilacates, the popular taqueria with two locations in JP, including one on Centre Street where it is common to see lines out the door, is now open at the Street's Chestnut Hill spot along Route 9.

Boston magazine dubbed it the "Best Mexican Restaurant" in 2017, and the spot is known for traditional tacos, tortas and enchiladas cos with handmade corn tortillas, Tortas, and Enchiladas and its horchata. The Street at Chestnut Hill first announced in November 2017 that the plan was for the taqueria to open in the spring of 2018. But the restaurant didn't quite make that deadline.

“It has been a longtime coming but very well worth the wait,” said co-owner Socrates Abreu in a statement. "We have put our heart and soul into this location and are excited to finally bring our family’s recipes from our Street to your Street"

Abreu and Kaurys Ramierez opened the first Chilacates in 2015 near the brewery in JP. Abreu said he draws on recipes from his sister-in-law and business partner Ramirez, and emphasizes sunny décor to reflect the company motto, "At the end of the day we just want you to be happy," according to a Street press release.

The local chain is spreading beyond Jamaica Plain and Mission Hill locations and has more openings on the way.

The restaurant is wedged between Legit Activewear and Polkadog Bakery along Route 9.

Chilacates has items ranging from $2.99 to $10.99, and allows folks to mix and match to create custom combos.

Bring on the Burritos, Quesadillas, Taco Salads, Enchiladas, Tostados, and Tortas.

What's your favorite taco joint in the area? we're compiling a list of the top. Email reporter Jenna.Fisher@Patch.com

Photo Courtesy of Chilacates.