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    Taco Boys

    4.2 (301 reviews)
    ModerateTacos, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Vegan Protein Taco
    Dan T.

    I ordered 5 "VEGAN chicken al pastor" tacos through DoorDash and unfortunately they were not vegan. At first glance it wasn't obvious, but after taking a bite the texture felt off, grainy and nothing like the usual vegan option. After looking closer, it became clear this was actual chicken. I called the restaurant to double check, and I was told there was "no way" it was chicken and that it was definitely vegan. That didn't sit right with me, so I went in person. As soon as the staff looked at it, they immediately confirmed it was chicken. I was then told it was likely a mix-up by a "new employee." That's honestly concerning. This isn't just a small mistake, serving real meat to someone who ordered vegan is a big deal. I haven't eaten chicken in years, and places that offer both vegan and non-vegan options should be especially careful about this. It also didn't feel like the seriousness of the mistake was fully understood, which made it worse. I do appreciate that they remade the tacos correctly on the spot, but this isn't the first issue I've had here just the most serious one. Because of that, I don't feel comfortable ordering from here again. If you have dietary restrictions, just be cautious. This kind of mix-up shouldn't happen.

    Very stale Vegan Super Nachos
    Tanya D.

    I usually enjoy the food here but lately the quality has gone down. Ordered the vegan super nachos and the tortilla chips were the stalest chips I've ever eaten lol I think I almost broke a tooth. These chips literally taste like chips they had before Christmas, then were closed for Christmas and then served again today. FYI I ordered and ate this right away but the chips (as pictured) are so full of oil and so stale. So disappointing.

    Carne Asada tacos
    Renee F.

    My partner works in SF and raves about this place. He knows tacos are my favorite food so he was excited to have me taste them when we were staying in town for a concert. Talk about delicious late night eats! We had carne asada tacos (as is for me, no onions + cheese for him). I had an asada supreme quesadilla & it was love at first bite. Im a carne asada girl but I'm happy that they have an extensive Vegan menu too. I can add it to the list of places I'll take some of my friends when they're in town. They have multiple beyond meat options, jackfruit, tofu, and gardein chick'n. We door dashed and the prices were super high- I checked their menu online though and it's way cheaper if you go in person. I understand why businesses have to do this so no biggie. Even with delivery- the food quality was good, no soggy tortillas or anything.

    Tacos al pastor and carne asada
    David C.

    The best Tacos Al Pastor and Carne Asada tacos with Avocado in the city! Very affordable, this meal cost me $11. They are quick to make and so delicious. Very worth it! Good service and nice music vibes!

    Quesadilla Suiza
    Noah S.

    Came here for a late night snack. The quesadilla was delicious and the servers were so nice! The salsa made the quesadilla taste amazing and there was a good amount of meat inside as well. The inside doesn't have many seats but there is more seating outside. They played great music as well. Thank you taco boys!

    Nacho fries w/ fries on the side. Select chips as a free side option.
    Dan E.

    Taco Boys in the Castro lives up to its name, the tacos and everything else on the menu are fire. I'm not the biggest fan of their burritos (there are better options nearby), but their nacho fries are my go-to. Pro tip: order online and select fries on the side, then select chips as a side, for the perfect deconstructed nachos and crispy fries combo. Both the red and green salsas are on the mild side. The spot is pretty small inside, so I usually grab my order to go. Staff is always super friendly and welcoming.

    Jackfruit taco and Al pastor taco
    Karen T.

    Really excellent service! I got an al pastor and a jackfruit taco, they were delicious. They have a ton of vegan/vege options and a wide variety of options. I'll come back!

    Vegan tacos
    Laila F.

    Taco boys is my new favorite taco Tuesday spot, and probably the most vegetarian friendly taco spot I have ever been to!! I go here for taco tuesdays, where all tacos (meat and vegetarian) are 2 dollars! I think the deal ends around 730? But not all night sadly. The tacos are small, and I usually end up eating ~5, so it's a great deal. Otherwise it is more expensive other days and feels maybe less worth it ( I believe the fake meat ones are 4 dollars regularly). My favorite are the fake sausage, the vegan Al pastor, and vegan carne asada. Truly mind blowing, and such a great way for vegetarians to get their street taco fix without needing to eat meat! (there are sadly so few good alternatives). I've also tried the jackfruit and the vegan chorizo- I thought both were a little too sweet for my taste but my partner loved the vegan chorizo. I will also say that as a flexitarian (lol) I snuck a bite of my partners carne asada and Al pastor and we blown away by both. This place has something for vegetarians and meat eaters alike!! The cons- this place is tiny! Be prepared to either sit outside or struggle to find a table inside during peak taco Tuesday hours. A lot of people seem to get food to go, so that's an option. Overall though, 100% worth the struggle to get a seat, especially on a Tuesday. Have not found a better vegetarian spot than this one for excellent street tacos!

    Menu as of 5/28/25
    Austin C.

    I love that they have a different variety. IF you want to try Vegan it's pretty good as well. My go to is the Chimichanga...simply because you don't find it at that many places. Some indoor and outdoor seating, plus the windows open for when it's those HOT days in the Stro. Also, a great place to simply sit, eat, and people watch. Food is great and reasonably priced.

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    Maria-linda L.

    Tried the vegan chicken, vegan al pastor, and vegan carnitas. The carnitas are marinated -- flavorful but spicy, so skip if you don't like heat. Very small space, not meant for large groups, but service was okay. They took my order at the register, food came out pretty quick, and quality was good overall.

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    taste horrible. it deserves 0 stars the service was bad. the ambiance was also straight up horrible.

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    Delicious Corn quesadillas! Lots of cheese and free chips, so good! I really enjoyed it.

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    Amazing burrito and open late! I got the carnitas burrito and it was gigantic. Couldn't finish it, but glad to have a midnight snack later.

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    Best vegan burrito I've ever had omg! The chimichanga, it was really good. Huge portions, great value. The chips are good too.

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    Cute little spot in the castro that was open late! Food was good and a reasonable price

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    Great tacos and service at a good price! A grab and go type of place. Great chips and salsa too.

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    Love the food here it's fye and a great Bite after the clubbbb yall need to tap in nn

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    They had really tasty burritos! My friend and i loved it after a long night out. We got 2 bean and cheese burritos!!

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    Amazing food and quick service! Spot is in a convenient location and has a great vibe to it. Would come again on my next visit!

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    Tacos El Patron

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Tacos El Patron is still my go-to spot for birria tacos in the city…read more Food: I first discovered birria tacos during the pandemic and went on a mission to find the best one. A coworker recommended this place, and now I recommend it to everyone. What stands out is the balance--everything is done well. The meat is rich and flavorful, the tacos themselves are just as good, and the consommé ties everything together perfectly. I've tried places where one part is strong but something else falls short, but not here. You also get free sides like onions, cactus, radish, and beans, which make the meal even better. I've been coming back ever since, and I can easily finish three tacos in one sitting. On my most recent visit, I had two birria tacos and tried their birria ramen. It was surprisingly good--comforting and flavorful, more like a homemade dish than anything instant. For drinks, I've tried all their jugos, and the jamaica is the standout--get it in a large. Service: Friendly, efficient, and straightforward. Orders come out at a good pace, and the staff keep things moving even when it's busy. Ambience: The space has a Frida Kahlo-inspired design, which adds character and makes it feel lively and unique. There's one restroom available. Parking: Parking can be a bit difficult in the area, so expect to walk a little--but it's worth it once you get your food. If you're serious about finding a really good birria taco, this is one to try.

    We were visiting from out of state and this was our first bite when getting there…read more Ordered over the phone and got it quite quickly, the workers were also super nice! We got two carne asada super burritos, they were very reasonably priced for SF and pretty big as well. It was also really a nice surprise that you get fresh tortilla chips with the burrito, and the salsa from the salsa bar was really delicious as well. My only qualm with this burrito is that it was very oily all over, not sure why. Would love to come back and try their quesabirria and nopales, though, looks delish!!

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    Ordering area and menu
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    La Taqueria

    4.1
    (5.2k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    line is long here so be prepared to wait. wait to order. wait in another shorter line to pay. then…read morewait again outside to pickup. they have it down. the whole ordering/paying process. just follow along. dont block the other businesess next to it when youre standing in line. be courteous you must get the burrito el dorado style which is a toasted wrap, has a great crunch and unique. i wonder why more places dont do this? that's what theyre known for here. the meat quality was great, I got no chewy pieces. tried both the carne asada beef and carnitas pork. carnitas is done differently here, reminds me more of a tuna softness. i liked it.

    There was a line when we arrived, but the staff kept things moving quickly. The bigger challenge…read morewas actually finding a table, especially since we came with a group of four. Despite how packed it was, the restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was lively, and everyone working there was incredibly friendly. I ordered the burrito while my friends went with a variety of tacos. After trying both, I actually think the tacos are the stronger option. The burrito was flavorful and packed with a generous amount of guacamole, but it was very sloppy. With all the delicious juices from the meat and veggies and no rice to soak everything up, it fell apart pretty quickly. Thank goodness there is a single restroom in the back, which came in handy afterward to wash up. The tacos, on the other hand, were btter balanced and held together much better while still delivering plenty of flavor. The prices were also very reasonable considering how popular the place is.

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    Our drinks and extras menu. Out of tangerine, now serving watermelon.
    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.
    Temporarily out of beef head and beef tongue. If you want it crispy please ask for it.
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    Taqueria Vallarta

    Taqueria Vallarta

    3.9
    (1k reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    The customer service was ok Lady at register a little rude…read morewhen asking for chips with our meal The carne asada tacos were awesome Great flavor and taste The shrimp tacos are cooked fresh so a little wait and so good Lots of seating inside and some outside

    Avoid this place if you can... smh..we seen their business on instagram and thought we would travel…read morethe 50 min drive to check it out. We arrived. Waited in a somewhat long line. Visually watching some customers at the check stand not happy with the cashier.. when it came our turn, we asked for the famous giant sopes. The cook / owner started mumbling that they've been having family problems and haven't had them for a while. I informed him they should post it on their social media pages so customers won't waste their time traveling and coming here. I then asked for a carne asada and cheese empanada, he then said we don't have that right now either. lol... I was like what do you have? We have other items if you like to try one of them. At that point I was afraid to ask for something else on their menu only to hear, we don't have that again.. he then said we're about to close at 230, I was like that has nothing to do with your posted menu, seems your trying to make an excuse for your FALSE ADVERTISEMENT ON LURING PEOPLE TO YOUR RESTAURANT with items your not making at the moment, at that point I just walked out in disappointment.. This place has crazy hours, no respect for customers!!! Shop with caution!!

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    Los esperos hoy sábado en horario  de 10:00 a 3:30  de la mañana
    Los esperos hoy sábado en horario de 10:00 a 3:30 de la mañana
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    Al pastor taco and carne asada
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    Tacos el charro

    Tacos el charro

    4.3
    (35 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Solid no frills taco spot that's open late night. We were in the Mission at Gray Area down the…read morestreet and wanted to avoid long lines at shops like El Farolito since it was a Saturday night. They accept cash, Apple Pay or Zelle. For two carne asada tacos and an al pastor quesadilla, they charged us $25. No idea what the cost breakdown is since they don't have a menu lol Service was prompt and friendly. They have pickled onions with sliced habaneros and a few different salsas. I like the red salsa, creamy green one (kinda spicy), and the creamy habanero (very spicy). The tacos were good. Pretty decent amount of meat. The quesadilla was also good with a decent ratio of cheese and meat. I thought the al pastor was missing that typical strong savory-sweet flavor though. They also added pineapple in the quesadilla. There are a lot of options in the area but this place is worth a try.

    Amazing street tacos in the Mission. For $4, you get a two delicious corn tortillas topped with a…read moreshit ton of tender, juicy meat. There's also a pickled veggie, radish, and lime bar along with 4 different (spicy af) sauces. Not sure which one was sooo spicy, I think maybe the white-ish one which is misleading haha. We came for the Al Pastor but was wowed by the Lengua. Asada quesadilla was also good, especially when you bite into a fatty piece of Carne with cartilage :D

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    Making the quesadilla
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    Al pastor
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