Boga Taqueria opens in Alpharetta
By Tom Maicon at January 12, 2012 | 8:19 pm | Print
I typically stay away from overly Americanized taquerias, not because I have a need to sneer and pull the “authentic” argument, but because flavors tend to be bland and generally, not the kind of food I’m looking for. But Melanie is in the mood for Mexican and Boga Taqueria (12890 Hwy 9, Ste 160, Alpharetta, 678.366.9996) has been getting some positive Internet play, so why not?
The menu is mix of Mexican and South American fare.
I quickly started things off with green posole since it was highly touted by several people online, and posole of any kind just so happens to be one of my favorite Mexican dishes. And I must say, this version is quite good — not bland in the least. My biggest complaint is the fact that they don’t use hominy, which lends a chewy, almost hard bite, a much-needed texture in my opinion. This was the best dish of the day.
Next arrived a dish called El Macho, which was also played up on the Internet by happy fans of the restaurant. It’s a big plate of pulled braised pork chunks tossed with beans, mangos and leafy stuff, covered with a sweet plantain cut long ways. A citrusy vinaigrette brings it all together.
Tacos are less impressive, even though you will find some interesting options such as Al Pastor among the gringo (the menu’s wording, not mine) options.
Problem is, the al pastor doesn’t pack nearly the punch of the far better versions down the road in all those hole-in-the-wall taquerias that scare away most AlphaRoswellians.
Queso fundido is decent, but I prefer a spicier chorizo and a stringier cheese that isn’t so fluffy.
All in all, it wasn’t a bad experience. All dishes are at the very least good, though not great.
Will I come running back? No.
If in the area and wanting green posole would I stop in? Probably.
“This used to be that deli you liked.” Melanie said with part of a plantain dribbling down her chin.
“Ah! Meyer’s Deli,” I responded. “That’s why I have a sudden urge for pastrami on rye.”

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