Best Mole in Boston
2 restaurants compared
Price range: $16.95 – $22.00
Avg recommendation: 91%
Top 2 Mole in Boston (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 2 restaurants:
- Angela's Café — 92% recommended, $16.95 (East Boston)
- The Painted Burro — 90% recommended, $22.00 (Somerville)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 2 Restaurants Compared
#192% recommend
Angela's Café
East Boston·$
Mole Poblano de Angela
$16.95
Chicken or turkey in a dark, earthy sauce made from dried chiles, nuts, and seeds with chocolate.
Tip: Start with mole—it's what Angela built her reputation on. Ask your server which protein is running that day.
#290% recommend
The Painted Burro
Somerville·$$
Mole Poblano
$22.00
Slow-roasted chicken in traditional mole with chocolate, chiles, and spices.
Tip: This is the dish to order if you're trying one thing — it showcases the kitchen's technique.