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    Sunset Cantina

    4.3 (533 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Rib platter
    Nina Z.

    A huge group of us dropped into Sunset Cantina on a Monday afternoon after hiking Land's End. It was otherwise not that busy, so service was prompt and efficient. We needed to put up one of the shades outside (in the boat-shaped seating area, which was very cute) and one of the servers very nicely helped us out with that. I split the ribs with a friend and while I was a little wary of ordering ribs at a Mexican restaurant, my fears were greatly assuaged when I first bit into them. They were tender and smoky, as if they were steamed first and then finished off on the grill. The meat fell off the bone and the flavors were a good balance of sweet, salt and spice. I also got to try a little bit of the watermelon salad, which was ripe, nice and refreshing. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their food too - I was too distracted by the ribs and the good company to ask. The Muni does run directly behind the outdoor seating, so it can be a little loud at times, but it's otherwise in a very quiet neighborhood.

    Zoe G.

    I've passed this spot during the daytime before, but at night it's lively and full of energy. We stopped by for some tacos and they were great. The corn tortillas were soft and fresh, there was a good amount of juicy chicken. There was a nice little char on the chicken. We really enjoyed the salsa and crema as well as the pickled onions. A lot of flavors, but well balanced. We ordered at the takeout window and enjoyed the outdoor seating. Food came fast!

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    David H.

    We have visited twice and have enjoyed every meal. From the tacos, to the ramen, to the fries, salad, and churros , everything was yummy. Staff is friendly, service is efficient, and be aware that this restaurant has a casual vibe that gets busy. A definite must visit.

    Costillas (pork ribs)
    Rico F.

    Food was excellent. Highly recommend. Their Quesa birria tacos (sauce) needed a bit more flavor, but everything was great.

    Carnitas FLAUTAS
    Christopher C.

    MAN for a nice little hole in the wall type spot do they have a good amount of mezcal and delicious food options! I enjoyed this place because it was only 10 min or so from the SF zoo and it had exactly what I was looking for in Mexican food For appetizers I got the carnitas flautas, which is basically deep fried carnitas rolled in a nice fluffy type tortilla with the perfect crunch topped with pico de gallo lettuce sour cream and cheese. The perfect combination I really enjoyed these i can eat helllaaaaa of these A plain street dog with a side of fries and a very good spicy ketchup again highly recommend that if your into that Shrimp tacos perfectly battered and well seasoned with all the toppings bringing everything together And a Torta de carne asada I really enjoyed these asada it had a nice Smokey flavor too it and perfectly cooked with a fireee a** taste. This was the perfect portion size of food not too heavy and not too light just perfect again with a side of fries. I also tried the michelada. Nothing crazy just alright ..BUT the pineapple Chelada was hellaaaa good I'd recommend that for sure And a Paloma that was again alright nothing crazy but okay. They have a wide variety of mezcal that they get from Mexico. Personally .. I would come back once in a while not an every weekend/other weekend type place, in my opinion it was on the pricey side I paid around 150 and that's fine but my waiter did check in on me at the beginning and one more time after that and that was it. it did get busy while I was eating but even then i don't know about that 6% service fee .. Definitely a place to check out regardless ! 8/10

    Having Happy Hour at Sunset Cantina!
    May D.

    Came here during their happy hour where some items were $3 each. The place felt like a cantina in Mexico. Ordered a few tacos and agua frescas. Service was fast, we received our order under 10 minutes. Everything was filling, the drinks were refreshing. Upon reviewing my bill, I noticed an additional 6% upcharge for Employee Benefits, which I don't think was right to pass it on to us customers, on top of tipping them. It may be a small charge, but I don't like being blindsided by additional costs.

    HAMBURGUESA
    Christine M.

    What a surprise! I honestly didn't realize this place was here, everyone talks about the pizza place or the sushi place. We ordered take out since the kids weren't feeling well. The machete - which was like a quesadilla was delicioussss, loaded and full of flavor, we got it with shrimp. very tasty. al pastor tacos - small, but done right! juicy, tasty, the pineapples were yummy. crunchy tacos - fancy taco bell but also yummy with their spicy sauce! hamberguesa - this was okay. a little dry compared to everything else. queso fundido - probably would have been tastier with just chips, but my husband got the chicharrones. overall we think the highlights were worth getting again and maybe even better than our local spot that's closer! will definitely be back again.

    Veggie birria tacos
    Namratha P.

    Loved Sunset Cantina!! The tacos were just amazing and I've never had tacos like this before. A lot of the times the veggie tacos are just boring but not at Sunset Cantina!! I've always wanted to try birria but as a vegetarian, I've never got to. The mushroom birria tacos were just amazing! But personally, the star of the show was the avocado tacos!! They were perfectly crispy and jam packed with flavor. Would come all the way to sunset just for these tacos!!

    Steak torta
    Julie W.

    The food here was amazing. We ordered: Salsa and guacamole which was so fresh Queso that was sizzling hot and delicious Pork ribs that were so tender and juicy Steak quesadilla, torta and tacos, steak was cooked perfectly Our party order fried fish, carnita tacos and shrimp taco and all said was amazing Definitely recommend. Nice back patio seating as well however service could have definitely been better. If it were on par with the food, I would have given this place five stars.

    Menu
    Ultima M.

    First time here. We were looking for a place to eat near Lands End and Yelp lead us here. We walked in and we were seated immediately, no wait thankfully. Inside is decorated nicely and there is a lot of seating as well as outdoor seating and a full bar that also has seating at the bar. There is a HUGE TV playing sports, no volume. Nice full bar with a variety of tequilas and other liquor Employees are courteous and nice. We started off with Chips, Salsa and Guacamole $14 Salsa is good, nice flavor, chips are good also nice and crispy I ordered a Margarita $12 Drink was good Friend got a ginger beer $4 Friend ordered Baja Shrimp tacos $16.00 He said he really liked the tacos, said the fish was nicely battered and fried I got the quesabirria tacos $16 The quesabirria tacos were mediocre, meat had no flavor and the consome was the same no flavor so I added the salsa from the chips on my tacos lol Over all this was a cool spot to have lunch at Ambiance is nice, location is near Ocean Beach and Lands End Street parking only. We parked in a residential area and walked to the restaurant

    Aria H.

    I have never had such beautiful Mexican food that tasted so bad. The vibes were perfect. The World Series on every screen, Cinco de Mayo decorations everywhere, even a guy setting tacos on fire and handing them out like some kind of showpiece. None of it ever made it to our table. And the plates looked incredible, which almost made it worse. It was painfully disappointing. All presentation, zero flavor.

    Baja Shrimp Tacos
    Diana C.

    Great food, great vibes. Sunset Cantina is so festive once you step inside with decorations all over and glittering Christmas lights in the bathroom hallway. The servers were attentive and ours checked up on us every so often to get our orders or bring us extra napkins. Al pastor tacos were our favorite, the perfect bite to start off the meal. Quesabirria tacos were large and filling and the Baja shrimp tacos were perfectly battered and tangy. The sauce provided on the side was a bit spicy so we opted to not use it. I was stuffed at the end of the night and definitely will come back to try other items on the menu! Right along Judah so parking can be a bit harder to find but great neighborhood to take a stroll after to walk off the food!

    Mango slushy
    Bobby T.

    Excellent, excellent spot. The vibes and ambience are great.enjoyed the 2026 World Cup quarter finals here. Close to the beach and easily accessible. Please do not skip this spot, it's a must in SF.

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    We love this place. You can reliably get a table and the vibes are great. We love to get the tacos.

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    Glad you enjoyed your lunch with us. We hope to see you back soon!

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    Lomo Libre Cantina

    Lomo Libre Cantina

    4.4(210 reviews)
    1.2 miOuter Sunset
    $$

    Giovanni was the best Food was great and pisco and maracuya…read morewere on point .. Go before the close and move to fresca .

    This unique place is located right near Golden Gate Park with adequate parking limited to 30…read moreminutes. So eat fast. Haha no the food here needs to be savored. There is a nice selection off the main menu for Happy Hour 4-6pm. Providing an opportunity to sample one or more of the menu items as an appetizer. I chose the mussels with garlic bread, as good ones are not found easily. The portion was quite ample, and the sauce I dipped my nice crunchy garlic bread in was very flavorful, warm and delicious. I also tried the plantains which were cooked perfectly; not too mushy with a perfect char, and the sweet onions on top were also tasty. Paired with a very tangy dipping sauce. All the flavors came together well. My husband ordered the Cantina burger which he enjoyed down to the last bite. Our daughter also sampled off the smaller menu with Lomo Empanadas and the Chicharron de Pollo which she reported were both very nicely prepared. Will, our server gave us excellent recommendations which we availed ourselves of. The bill for 4 items plus the burger, a side of rice, and a ginger beer came to just under seventy dollars, which was a reasonable price. I would definitely give the food five stars, and the restaurant four as it's a long and lengthy bar with a few tables for two. The majority of the seating is in the back with two flat screens and an open kitchen. I can imagine how loud this place can get. We went at the perfect time: not a lot of customers so we received excellent individualized service from Will. I would hope to be able to return next time we visit GG Park and sample some more menu items like the Peruvian Paella which sounded very promising.

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    Fifty Vara

    4.3(157 reviews)
    1.0 miOuter Sunset
    $$

    My wife and daughter came to visit me in the city and treated me to happy hour, so happy. Too bad…read morewe had to end it early as they had more appointments... Quality/Quantity - Got a few Western Reach IPA's; refreshing and good. We also tried/tasted their Dolcita Hazy Drift; it was okay, but I felt the IPA had more flavor. My family brought me here for happy hour; well I chose the place, lol. We just had a late lunch, but did not want to take up a table without ordering food. So for the food, we got off of the HH menu also. Persian cucumbers. I just ate a bag from Costco, so none for me. But my wife and daughter are both huge persian cucumber fans. I was before my last bag from Costco, lol. Corn Fritters - Fried perfectly. I can eat these all day. Garlic Fries - Perfectly fried. I could have used more garlic though, but it was still good. But then again, I make amazing garlic fries in my air fryer. Ambiance - Love the space, beautiful. 2 floors. Toilets on both floors. Bar, table, and booth seating. Plenty of free street parking. I think it's good for an hour or two. Open 7 days a week from 11:30am or noon until 8pm or 9pm. Service - PM (the name on the receipt); sorry I forgot your name after my second beer, lol. PM was a one man army. Worked at both the bar and ALL the tables. The main reason for the 5 stars. The manager or owner was in the back, but on his lap top the whole time. An army of employees came for the dinner rush when we were leaving. Price - $41 + generous tip. $41 includes a 4% small business mandate. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since Spring of 2025. I know you should and will do well here. Please take care of the people that take care of you!

    When my fiancé and I were looking for a cute little dinner moment, we were totally open to an…read moreadventure, so naturally I headed to Yelp...And I'm SO glad I found this place! It's not too far from home, and the second we walked in....immaculate vibes. As a plant girlie, all the plants and decor immediately had me! Our waitress was also the absolute sweetest! We grabbed a cozy booth, he ordered a flight and I got their margarita, which somehow tasted like the perfect summer day mixed with being back on vacation in Puerto Rico. Just perfection! We shared the calamari to start, then I had the steak and he ordered the milanesa and EVERYTHING was so good. Not one miss. I'm pretty sure we accidentally found one of our new spots. Great food, great drinks, beautiful atmosphere, and the sweetest service. 10/10 recommend!

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    Gao Viet Kitchen & Bar

    Gao Viet Kitchen & Bar

    4.2(961 reviews)
    1.1 miOuter Sunset
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    pretty long wait but after eating the food, i can see why, haha…read more everything on the more expensive side but the portions are huge and the taste and quality are solid. I highly recommend getting the bo ne, it's packed with protein and flavor-- dipping with the fluffy baguette makes it tastier too. gas or a$$? gas.

    GAO Viet has been on my radar for a while, and after finally stopping in for dinner with my wife…read moreand father in law, I can definitely understand the hype! The restaurant was absolutely PACKED when we arrived, so be prepared for a lively and bustling atmosphere. Despite how busy it was, our server Nancy was fantastic. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. With a restaurant that crowded, it's easy for service to feel rushed or impersonal, but Nancy managed to make our experience feel genuinely welcoming. We ordered the Big GAO Pho, What the Duck, and the lemongrass tofu with rice. The Big GAO Pho definitely lives up to its name. The massive beef rib sitting in the bowl immediately grabs your attention, but thankfully it wasn't just for show. The broth was incredibly rich, savory, and oily in the best possible way. This isn't a light and delicate pho broth. It's bold, hearty, and unapologetically rich. Come hungry! The What the Duck was probably my favorite dish of the evening. The roast duck was incredibly flavorful and rich, but what really elevated the dish were the sliced mangoes and pickled carrots. That little bit of sweetness, acidity, and freshness cut beautifully through the fattiness of the duck and kept the dish from becoming too heavy. Paired with their special rice, every bite had a little something different going on. The lemongrass tofu was another solid dish. The tofu was pleasantly spiced with plenty of aromatic lemongrass flavor, although it was a little heavy on the bell peppers and onions for my preference. Still, it was a tasty option and provided a nice contrast to the much richer meat dishes. Overall, GAO Viet delivers big flavors, creative Vietnamese dishes, and portions that aren't afraid to make a statement. Some of the food definitely leans toward the richer and heavier side, and the packed dining room can get pretty hectic, but neither would stop me from coming back. Between that enormous beef rib, the surprisingly well balanced What the Duck, and Nancy's genuinely wonderful hospitality, GAO Viet earned a solid 4/5 from me. Definitely worth experiencing at least once, and I'd happily return to explore more of the menu.

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