Machaca

4.7 ( 242 reviews )
Checking... 2:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
14 Rogers St, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States
+1 978-865-3669

Machaca, located at 14 Rogers St, Gloucester, MA, has quickly gained a reputation as a standout Mexican restaurant. Diners rave about the delicious and flavorful food combined with a warm, family-like atmosphere. Reviewers such as Bob Capone highlight the availability of lighter, healthy options, making it accessible for various dietary preferences.

Dawn & Michael praise the remarkable salsa, declaring it chunky and tasty—an essential aspect of any Mexican dining experience. Their choice of Chili Enogadas as a special illustrates the innovative and diverse menu offerings that leave patrons eager to explore more. Meanwhile, John Kruszyna mentions the excellent service, complimenting both the tacos and burrito bowl, along with the delicious chips and flan dessert.

Families find a welcoming environment, as Bethany Fiocchi Root notes the kindness extended to young children by the staff. Mikayla Brown echoes this sentiment with an account of her quick visit during a festive event, where she was impressed by the speed and attentiveness of the service, along with the tasty bar apps. Overall, Machaca is celebrated not only for its vibrant dishes but also for its community spirit, making it a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Mexican cuisine in Gloucester.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid parking lot

Reviews For Machaca

Bob Capone
Jul 2,2025
The best restaurant in Gloucester! Lighter and healthy options available. Food is delicious and staff makes you feel part of the family.
Dawn & Michael
Jun 26,2025
Definately not your typical Mexican restaurant. The salsa was chunky and tasty. If the salsa isn’t good it’s a good indication the food isn’t. It was chunky and delicious. It was difficult to chose from the dinner choices they all sounded deliciously different. I got the dinner special Chili Enogadas - full of flavor - you will not be disappointed!! Drinks were great too!!
Bethany Fiocchi Root
Jun 23,2025
The food is so so flavorful and always delicious. Everyone working there is so sweet, and no matter who we have for a server, they are always so kind to our young kids. Excellent place - highly recommend!
John Kruszyna
May 29,2025
Excellent mexican food and atmosphere! There were 6 of us and everyone enjoyed their meals, I had tacos and my wife had the burrito bowl, both great, The chips and salsa were brought out quickly and were delicious. The deserts were great, especially the flan! Excellent service as well.
Mikayla Brown
May 13,2025
Delicious Mexican food!! Went during the annual fiesta and they were fast, attentive, and everything tasted delicious!! We had arrived after closing and they were still serving bar apps so that’s what I tried. The sliders! Delicious. Can’t wait to come back and try their full menu.
Joel Mesiti
May 2,2025
Can't believe it's taken me this long to dine here. I could eat tacos every day for the rest of my life. I opted for Al Pastor tacos...let's just say I got taken to church. One of the best I can recall, so best for now. Would love to try their take on Birria should they add it to the menu. Hint hint.
Fabio Lopez
Apr 9,2025
First time here and we met the owner (el Puma mayor). Awsome guy. He has a great place. Food was delicious. Molcajete is the best. Hand made tortillas..uuff. Made us feel very welcome and even made us some Chile's toreados himself ! We highly recommend this place. Bartender was excellent We will be back !
Aaron Little
Mar 24,2025
Visited for the first time last night and I can't believe we waited so long. This place is delicious! It's a cute place with a large bar and seating at well spaced tables, plenty of elbow room. Service was great. Server (owner or manager maybe?) was very warm and friendly. I got the Machaca (beef brisket) rolled up in a chimichanga while my partner had a variety of tacos. It was all amazing! Even the sauce on the chimi had me cleaning my plate! Another owner(?), cook(?) also stopped by to check on us and explained the family background about some menu items. We were delighted. The margarita was also tasty. We will definitely be back for another taco Tuesday (or Margaritas Monday, etc.). I think this is our new favorite in the area. Can't wait to try more food!

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