Los Yucatecos Restaurant

Burritos are awesome and what they're known for, but I have to give the al pastor tacos a shout --…read morethey're awesome when you're not craving as much. Super suiza quesadillas also delicious. I prefer the al pastor to the carne asada, it was just so much more tender and flavorful. It's great they offer outdoor seating so more people can fit, but the indoor table near the back door was so cold from the wind. The atmosphere felt like a lot of locals bringing around their tourist friends (but tbh that was me too!)

I had this spot flagged to try out and since I was in the neighborhood, I decided to get some food…read moreto go. I ordered a super burrito al pastor with everything included. Service was quick & the food was made promptly. The place is small, but they did have a patio out back (I saw a sign I didn't go to check it out) I ate the burrito later that day. It was very flavorful and had the right amount of ingredients. They came with the green and red sauce on the side. The green sauce is spicy. Red sauce is mild. Bring cash because it's cash only but they do have an ATM.

Carne asada super burrito w/ red salsa

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Chile relleno super burrito

Santeria

4.4(425 reviews)

1.5 mi•Castro

I only came here for their happy hour but the margarita was phenomenal!…read moreVery good Happy Hour from 3-6 M-F $10 cocktails $10 apps $5 shooters $6 beers The bartenders were excellent! Though I will say, when they turned the tablet around for a payment and there was a suggested "30% tip" option, it was a little much. I've never seen it that high before.

I like Santeria, the ambiance and service are good. My beef: the prices are incredibly high and so…read moreI can't justify spending $40 (pre tip!) on two tacos and a drink. I realize prices have gone up for all of us but this is too much.

Gorgeous bar!

Churros

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Birra tacos

Taqueria Cancun

4.0(2.3k reviews)

1.6 mi•Mission

Solid Taqueria where there is ample options to choose from in the mission. What sets Cancun apart…read moreis this location has ample seating and it's clean. Super burrito here is solid and service is fast. I give el Farolito a slight upper hand since the burritos there are the tastiest and humongous, but Cancun is a close second.

Randomly stopped by while walking around in the mission. Everyone talks about La Taq and El Faro…read morebut I've been interested in trying the not-so-well/known spots. This didn't disappoint! Burrito was MASSIVE. Filled with well seasoned meat. Taco had so much meat. Salsas were pretty good too. Lots of open seating in the restaurant. Maybe a little hot though. Food came out quick and tasted very fresh. Workers were friendly! Will definitely come back

Carne Asada tacos

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Mosto

3.9(324 reviews)

1.6 mi•Mission

Did someone say Taco Tuesday? This joint has a good Happy…read moreHour Menu and Taco Tuesday. If you are into Mezcal? Even better, since they have a great selections. The interior is dark and narrow but you get to see all the action going on from Bar to the grill in front. Tacos, fries, burgers and a mezcal margarita is all you need at this place. The Manager Javier was amazing, he took care of all the guests, friendly and very communicative. We will be back again weekly!!! I really want to gate keep but I want this place to thrive too.

3 tacos for $10 all day! Yay. I like that it's an all day deal so you don't have to worry about…read moremaking it here for a specific time. I went to tacolicious first then made it here afterwards. The Al pastor taco is the exact same in both restaurants (thanks business rep for clarifying! Actually Only during special event) Happy hour deals! During certain times Inside is a cozy spot with some tables against the wall or bar seating in the front window. Cool vibe with candles along the wall I like that you can see the meat spinning in the front and the chef making the smash burgers Huge menu of tequila to try. Soo many great choices What to pick! Tried two different ones and it was good

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Taqueria El Buen Sabor

4.1(813 reviews)

1.5 mi•Mission

Stopped by since I was walking around the mission…read more Al pastor burrito: A- The pork has a very savory and salty profile so it's not what I anticipated but still very good. The refried beans were amazingly creamy and the tortillas had a nice chew to it. The green salsa was a little more sour but the red one was delicious.

I used to come here a lot when I worked nearby. I hadn't been here in about 7 years because I don't…read morego to the city much anymore, but I was happy to find that their burritos are still big and really good. I've only ever had the super carnitas burrito and it's full of flavor. Their salsa is very good too. My family ate there with me this time around and everyone loved their carnitas burritos. There was a line out the door when we went, but things moved pretty quickly. The staff was nice and polite. There is pretty minimal seating, but me and the family lucked out and found seats. In the past (mind you, 7 years ago) I had gone earlier in the day and it was easier to get a seat. This time we were there at dinner time. Some things don't change after many years...and that's a good thing.

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Super Burrito Al Pastor

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Super chicken burrito $12.50

Tacos El Tucan

4.4(182 reviews)

1.6 mi•Duboce Triangle

Found this restaurant while my friend and I were starving looking for the nearest food place. I'm…read moreso glad we picked this restaurant because their food was exactly what we needed after a day of shopping. The shrimp tacos and the quesa birria were amazing. As someone who loves cheese I wish the quesabirria had a tiny bit more cheese but regardless it was a 10/10. The drinks were standard, great place to go if you're in the castro looking for some good tacos!

Enjoyed my quesabirria and consume on the side with a mango margarita with taijin rim…read more Plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. Salsa bar by the counter. Staff friendly. Will be back.

People flocking to this place at midnight, on a Friday.

Keto Birria: Cheese shell w/ shredded beef, onions, cilantro ($4.15)

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Quesabirria tacos (3) combo w/soup $15

La Taqueria

4.1(5.2k reviews)

2.3 mi•Mission

Where do I even begin. I'd been hearing about this place all over social media, so I had to finally…read moretry it. We came early, and I'm glad we did because the line started forming about 30 minutes before opening. By the time they opened, it was already around the corner. The place has an authentic Mexico feel, from the look of the restaurant to the smells coming from the kitchen. The staff were incredible, but one of my favorite parts was being able to watch the whole process right in front of me. It definitely build up my appetite. I ordered two tacos de asada, and honestly, two were more than enough. These tacos were big and packed with meat. They do things a little differently here they used pico de gallo instead of the usual onion and cilantro. I asked them to add the onion and cilantro anyway, and when they came out, I was impressed. The steak was tender, juicy, and had a flavor I honestly hadn't experienced in a taco before. It had this deep, savory, smoky taste that felt completely different from the tacos I'm used to getting in Chicago. The meat itself was so well seasoned that it could easily stand on its own. The freshness from the pico balanced the richness of the steak, while the salsa brought a nice kick that stayed with you after every bite. Simple, but so much flavor packed into each taco. I'm really glad I finally got the chance to try La Taqueria.

Went to La Taqueria for lunch during our San Francisco vacation. First of all, had to make a…read morelengthy line outside to order. They have a hostess with a podium just outside the door taking orders. We ordered and indicated that we wanted to eat in, in which case we continued to wait to be seated. They have someone in charge of seating people as well (much needed). This place is apparently a landmark. Old fashioned, fast paced, efficient, small, authentic, mostly delicious! Tried several of their tacos, the chicken quesadilla and a burrito. The burrito was delightful. Plenty of steak but still balanced and fresh. The steak tacos are also meaty and good. The meat is well seasoned and, being authentic, it is allowed to be the prominent ingredient. I would similarly describe the chicken and even the beef tongue tacos. What I loved the most, however, was the beef head taco. Immense and incredible flavor beefy flavor, not to mention that moat restaurants wouldn't dare having it on the menu. By far the best taco I've ever had. If I get the chance to visit La Taqueria again that's all I want to eat. Unfortunately there were also two items that I found to be disappointing. One was the quesadilla. Even though the chicken is good it was very greasy. The other was the pork taco. Didn't love the flavor and, again, a bit on the fatty side for me, which is not often my opinion on a pork dish. All in all, if you want to experience authentic tacos, go here. And... live a little! Order the beef head taco.

Our drinks and extras menu. Out of tangerine, now serving watermelon.

Temporarily out of beef head and beef tongue. If you want it crispy please ask for it.

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Woods Cervecería

4.1(242 reviews)

1.7 mi•Castro

Stopped by Woods Cervecería after work with my dad for a cider and honestly this place was exactly…read morewhat we needed. The atmosphere is very mellow and calming, making it a great spot to actually sit down and have a real conversation without feeling overwhelmed by loud music or crowds. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating which is a nice plus depending on the vibe you're looking for. Their selection of ciders, beers and wines is also pretty solid. We ended up trying the Oak Dry Cider and it was crisp, refreshing and very easy to drink. The overall space feels welcoming and relaxed, definitely one of those spots you can casually stop by to unwind after a long day. Will definitely be coming back.

Woods Cerveceria is right at the corner of Dolores Park, so it's a great place to grab a drink and…read moresnack with friends. I stopped by for their Local Honey, stunning beer and my friend mentioned they have amazing empanadas! They were sold out of chicken so we got the mushroom, it was served hot, flavorful. I really enjoyed it! It was very cheesy too. This is a great local business to support. They have indoor seating and barrel tables with a couple chairs outside. I rec mines stopping by with some friends for sure!

Mushroom Champinones Empanada

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La Oaxaqueña

4.0(698 reviews)

1.5 mi•Mission

I had an absolutely wonderful experience here! Not only was the food delicious, but the staff…read moremembers were kind and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Thank you to La Oaxaqueña for a great evening!

Outstanding tacos and great Vegan options…read more The Carne Asada and Al Pastor tacos were outstanding! Full of flavor and cooked to perfection. The soy Chorizo tacos were also outstanding! Flavorful and tasty. Chicken Mole was delicious. Service was friendly and fast.

Birria taco

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Quesadilla super

El Castillito

4.0(967 reviews)

1.2 mi•Duboce Triangle

Hell yeah. This is what a solid neighborhood taqueria…read moreshould be like. No pretense. Average in a very good way. Efficient proprietary order system. Think Seinfeld. Find your fave item and stick with it. I have zero issues and am glad they're there. This place scratches the taqueria itch every time.

I came here for a quick bite, and overall enjoyed my meal. The food is freshly made in the back,…read moreand they're pretty quick to prepare each order. I got two tacos, one with al pastor and the other with pork carnitas. The carnita was a bit on the dry/bland side, but the al pastor was really good. The portion was pretty generous, and I was definitely full with just two tacos. The horchata was also really tasty, and helped counter the spicy salsa they put on the tacos!

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Samuel B.

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6

4 years ago

the food was delicious, and everything was very clean and comfortable, 100% recommend this place. just the best stuff in sf i didnt take pictures of the food but it had a great presentation too. read more

Asa P.

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6

7

3 years ago

Super good and authentic. Always quick and the staff is super sweet. My go-to for Mexican in the neighborhood.

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3.3

(323 reviews)

I've only ever grabbed takeout from Tesoro, but I keep going back for the chorizo tacos. Easily my…read morefavorite thing there. The al pastor is solid too, but I'd pass on the chicken and carne asada, both were a little too dry for me. Chorizo is definitely the move. Everything comes with chips and two salsas, and you can add more salsa if you need. Simple, good takeout place.

El Tesoro is my go-to if I'm in this area late at night and want a good quick meal. The burritos…read moreare big and filling with good portions of meat rice and beans. Carne asada was solid and flavorful while the birria tacos get a lot of love for being tasty and juicy. The salsa bar is one of the stronger points with a nice variety including a habanero one that actually brings heat (seriously be careful with this one!) Service was quick and friendly even when it got busy. Prices are fair for the area and the portions make it good value, especially with the free side of chips. A couple small things kept it from 5 stars. Some items can be a bit on the milder side for flavor and the rice and beans portions on the side are pretty small. It gets loud and crowded during peak hours which is expected in this neighborhood. Overall a dependable taqueria and grill option in SF. Good for quick burritos tacos or a sit down meal when you're craving Mexican.

Los Hermanos Taqueria

3.2

(281 reviews)

chimichanga with la lengua (tongue) for $17 was great. it came with a side of rice and beans (i…read morechose refried which was topped with cheese,) and chips with salsa. i ordered in person in the store and when the order was ready they asked me what salsa i wanted, so i asked for spicy and green so they gave me two little cups of each which is more than enough for this big meal. there was a tray of grilled onions and jalapeño on the counter so i helped myself with no judgement from the cashier who was upbeat and helpful. she has a phone lockscreen of who i assume is her baby so if you want to help a local family this is a good choice :*) this could easily split into 2 meals. it was so juicy i almost ran out of the stack of napkins gave me. i've only had the chimichanga here so i can't speak for anything else but in 2026 this was a good deal for the amount of food i got!

Got the nachos they put like to chips and hella pico de gallo , got the burrito and the meat was…read moreburnt as they were giving me my food , this cat walked in and was roaming thru the store , never coming back here , I love supporting Latino business but this burrito and nachos tasted like kitty liter never coming back here .... The cheese was like not melted on my nachos either , seriously I want a refund -5 stars

Olivo's

3.9

(367 reviews)

Had the pupusas today and they were excellent. Tried the bean and cheese and pork and cheese…read morepupusas and both were delicious. A great price at under $15 for a filling lunch. I thought the rice it came with on the side were not great though. Rice was bland and on the hard side. Note that the place is takeout only and you have to wait on the sidewalk for your food. It did come out pretty fast though and there is a small table with two chairs that you could wait at or maybe eat at. Overall: 3.8/5

Olivo's ROCKS…read more Incredible Breakfast Burrito feat. Chorizo, fantastic pupusas, super flavorful refried beans + rice. I've only tried via DD delivery, but have never been disappointed. Highly recommend!!! :)

New Castillito Taquería

3.7

(247 reviews)

Had a quick early dinner and order carnitas and carne asada. Both were tasty! We also loved their…read moresalads and sauce. Service was fast and the server was friendly. Place was organized and clean. It was great quick meal.

I went here to order a quick dinner for to go on a Saturday around 6:30pm and there wasn't much of…read morea wait. Since I ordered it for to go, I decided to eat it somewhere else. I ordered the Burrito Bowl (steak) and a Flan for dessert. Both items I got tasted good and I loved how much meat they put in my burrito bowl. The amount of meat and food in that burrito bowl allowed me to build my own taco once I got home to eat it. The flan was good too and it wasn't too sweet. At first, I was afraid the flan would be too sweet when I saw the sauce it was sitting on, but luckily it wasn't too sweet. I'd recommend this place! Everything I got was good and I feel like the burrito bowl is a good deal for how packed the bowl was.

El Sabor Yucateco

4.6

(16 reviews)

The food from El Sabor Yucateco is delicious. I had the Pollo con Papas and the taste was a 10 out…read moreof 10. The portion size was big and I am full. I have a big appetite, so I was surprised. If you want authentic Mexican food check it out. I highly recommend La comida de El Sabor Yucateco es deliciosa. Pedí el pollo con papas y el sabor fue de 10 sobre 10. La porción era grande y quedé satisfecho. Tengo buen apetito, así que me sorprendió. Si buscas comida Mexicana auténtica, tienes que probarlo. Lo recomiendo mucho

So the final meal here in San Francisco and man...In soooooooo happy…read more My parents are from Merida Yucatan and I grew up in the restaurant business. and yes we feature comida Yucateca and Mexican The Original Alfredos in Lomita California...Its a rare thing to find comida Yucateca or at least what I thought. In San Francisco so many to choose from but I was in search of one thing and I found it here. Frijol con Puerco OMG!!! Don't tell my mom but this place Frijol con Puerco is much better than hers...lol Ok the place in not prettiest part of San Francisco the Tenderloin for those who know...just come during daylight. I did try thier Salbutes de cochinita and a taco Poc Chuc I was at a hospital so it took time to get to me. Both were good but by the time it got to me it was bit cold. Service is friendly the place is hole in wall...hope one day to come back Well worth the wait...Gracias from Las Vegas

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4.1

(93 reviews)

Walked past this place a few times, but came in today. Not busy inside, but limited seating. Very…read morefun and colorful walls. The girl at the frint was very friendly! I wanted ceviche originally but she said that their other location on Folsom has it along with more seafood options. We ended up ordering 3 governado shrimp tacos, the super quesadilla, and two orders of churros. Everything was lovely. Almost had the best shrimp tacos I've ever had. Everything was delicious and fresh.

Local taco shop conveniently located on Post Street, good quesabirria with consumé, and really good…read morecarnitas street taco! Loved that they dipped the corn tortilla in red sauce before griddling it up. Nice presentation on the plate with grilled onions, radishes and two flavorful salsas! Fun authentic decor, good service, and nice assortment of Aguas Fresca! Looked popular with food deliveries as well.

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4.4

(7 reviews)

Food and service were amazing! A hidden gem for sure!!…read more Tacos de pollo Tacos de carne asada

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Red Rooster Taqueria

3.8

(24 reviews)

I'm so excited they're open again with! My new favorite is the spicy super carnitas torta. It's a…read morewarm, flavorful, pulled pork sandwich on a soft loaf similar to brioche. A lot of people say good things about the nachos, too! This is one of the three food stalls in the East Cut Crossing park, which has been a wonderful addition to our community. There's free Wi-Fi and cute little picnic tables with movies, cartoons, and sports playing on giant projectors. The staff are always so friendly and helpful. My only suggestion would be to extend the hours later if possible. Tons of people come here for Pickleball after work and on weekends. The hungry crowds would swarm this place around dinnertime if the food vendors stayed open later!

Dough was chewy and there was no salsa - it was just rice, beans, chicken and some onion here and…read morethere. Very bland and not worth $15 (with tax) at all

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3.7

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