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| - I've always walked past here and never managed to stop in. I've even heard great things about their food and somehow, it usually isn't the first idea to pop up when I'm looking for a place to eat lunch. That's probably because it's kind of tucked away in a spot on Smithfield St. that isn't close to much else. I finally came here with a friend for lunch and I'm happy to have discovered another place for good Mexican food downtown. The place is pretty casual; you just go in and order at the counter. The menu is quite varied with tacos, burritos, tostadas, enchiladas and quite a few more options. Bea Taco Town also has a variety of meats to choose from.
I ordered the special that day which was Mahi Mahi Tacos, served Baja Style with a side of rice (or beans, but I ordered the rice). My friend ordered the Tostadas with Chicken. I can't say how her Tostadas tasted but they were beautifully presented, as were my tacos. I'm not sure exactly what the "Baja Style" entailed, but my tacos were topped with tomatoes, cabbage, red onions, avocado and a spicy mayonnaise of some sort. There was a nice crunch from the breading on the fish. The toppings were fresh and the mayonnaise added a creaminess and spiciness. The rice wasn't very colorful so it looked like it would be bland, but it was perfectly cooked and well-seasoned. Two tacos and a side of rice for $9.50 was the right price and the right portion for lunch.
Bea Taco Town is a great place for a quick lunch. Prices are quite reasonable and the service is quick. I would definitely like to come back to try other items from the menu.
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