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La Taqueria

La Taqueria

Burrito Restaurant, Taco Restaurant, and Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Mission District, San Francisco
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    Has a stamp of approval from Bon Appetit Magazine and Epicurious
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    mitjamavsar
    "People are happy, prices are high 💪 amazing super burrito."(24 Tips)
    Steve C.
    ""Crispy style" tacos here are the best tacos I've had anywhere."(11 Tips)
    Brian
    "7x7's Big Eat 2012 says the carnitas taco is delicious."(16 Tips)
    Nick M.
    "Home of the much famed 'best burrito in America'."(7 Tips)
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  • good for a quick meal
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  • Densheart icon on user image
    DensMay 28, 2015
    Bring a friend and do a spiltty-split with a crispy burrito & some crispy tacos. MAKE SURE YOU ASK FOR CRISPY! So good. ps. if you grab a seat outside near windows you can watch them cut up the pork!
    Upvoted Oct 20
  • SFist
    SFistMarch 12, 2015
    The restaurant's policy of using no rice in their burritos produces a streamlined, taste-concentrated slab... and that taste is good, good, good. Their carne asada super burrito is like a religion. Read more
    Upvoted Oct 26
  • Noah W.heart icon on user image
    Noah WeissOctober 16, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Fivethirtyeight burrito bracket put this #1, and they were right. The carnitas are good, but the carne asada is better. Crispy style is a must, though not on the menu.
    Upvoted Oct 3
  • Eater
    EaterJuly 28, 2016
    La Taq's has a world-beating carnitas burrito, served with the perfect liquidy ratio of beans and salsa (but no rice) in a warm tortilla. There's a reason this won America's Best Burrito. Read more
  • Josh F.heart icon on user image
    Josh FerraraApril 21, 2017
    Welcome to Mecca. Get the Super Burrito, your choice of meat (I recommend carne asada or carnitas), and get the burrito Dorado style — AKA thrown on the grill till the tortilla has a nice crisp to it)
  • Giulia F.
    Giulia FerreroAugust 17, 2014
    Amazing tacos! Definitely worth going for the super version with additional avocado, cheese, and sour cream. Take the pork (carnita) and you will not be disappointed! Cherry on top: cheap and fast!
  • Justin M.heart icon on user image
    Justin McKissickJuly 6, 2018
    ABSURD lines, super crowded, but absolutely worth it. Getting a seat by the window to watch orders being made is a great way to pass the time.
  • Stephen C.heart icon on user image
    Stephen ChangOctober 7, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Get your burrito "El Dorado" and they'll fry it up on the griddle after it's rolled!
  • David P.heart icon on user image
    David PoulsenJanuary 23, 2016
    Hands down one of my favorite taco places in the Mission District! Order the off menu Dorado taco with Carne Asada or they have the best Lengua tacos in the City. You can't go wrong eating here!
  • Yera H.heart icon on user image
    Yera HaOctober 13, 2015
    Cash only! Here's your exact order: super carne asada crispy style burrito. Don't forget to drown in the green sauce and grab LOTS of napkins.
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedApril 5, 2017
    La Taqueria's burritos are delicious, and my favorite protein is their chicken. It's so moist and fresh. You must get this burrito with their hot sauce. Read more
  • Steven W.heart icon on user image
    Steven WakuuMay 18, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Yes, believe the hype. This place is that good. Lines get long, but totally worth it. The tacos have huge portions - so order accordingly. Carne asada and beef tongue were so good!
  • Hinh T.heart icon on user image
    Hinh TranJuly 1, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    So good - have to get your burrito Dorado style. I like mine with half lengua for the extra richness. Get an agua Fresca too.
  • Mike W.
    Mike WinstonAugust 29, 2018
    Let's get one thing straight. This is not the best burrito in the country. Not even the best in SF. The filling is fairly bland, but that griddled tortilla is totally amazing. WinstonWanders.com
  • jiresellheart icon on user image
    jiresellOctober 5, 2016
    The line can go out the door, but moves quickly. Simply delicious! Be sure to get you burrito "Dorado" style, i.e. Grilled!
  • SFGate
    SFGateSeptember 10, 2014
    La Taqueria in the Mission has been declared to have America’s Best Burrito by ESPN’s FiveThirtyEight. Head over and try it today! Read more
  • Eater
    EaterApril 12, 2016
    It wouldn’t be San Francisco without The Mission’s squadron of gut-busting taquerias. This one continues to lead the pack with unwavering rave reviews for its sublime, spot-on Mexico staples. Read more
  • Cole K.heart icon on user image
    Cole KennedyOctober 28, 2018
    The burrito is definitely better than anything you can get in NYC, but I still prefer mine with rice.
  • Calin D.heart icon on user image
    Calin DaianFebruary 15, 2015
    Any burrito and taco is amazing here! The best texture, the best sauce. Order the pickled carrots and pepper with the meal, they're free. They also toast the wrapped burrito upon request
  • Eric
    EricJune 17, 2018
    Been here 100+ times
    Two cabeza tacos. Add cheese. Get them dorado (crispy). If the line is too long, walk to Taqueria Guadalajara and get the carnitas tacos.
  • Mohit S.
    Mohit SMay 27, 2016
    You want a super burrito and you want it "dorado style". They'll make your burrito, then put it back on the grill for the perfect tortilla.
  • Javier C.
    Javier Cambon SanjurjoOctober 12, 2014
    Strong carnitas supertacos (el dorado and regular). Loved the horchata! The super burrito is very good, but cannot beat the one from el farolito.
  • Alexa (@ladylexy) A.
    Try the Tacos Dorados - These are the crispy style tacos. Soft on the outside, crispy on the inside and stuffed with tasty grilled fillings. How have I missed these all this time??
  • Grace S.heart icon on user image
    Grace S.December 3, 2015
    Best Carne Asada taco in the city! Carne Asada is cut in long strips and has a nice charred flavor. Fillings are plentiful and pico de gallo topping is super fresh and delicious!
  • Tony X.
    Tony XerriMay 23, 2013
    Im the biggest lengua snob in the world. This place, has AMAZING lengua. Make sure you get the burrito because they will stack it to no end and fill your ass up good. Negro Modello for beer of choice.
  • Johnny A.heart icon on user image
    Johnny AppleseedSeptember 28, 2015
    La Taqueria is an amazing place for burritos deep into the SF mission district. The seating isn't too great but the food is amazing. My favorite Mexican takeout in San Francisco!
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    BommyFebruary 5, 2018
    Hefty and delicious vegetarian tacos. There will most likely always be a line, even at 11:30am on a sunday. Cash only.
  • SFist
    SFistAugust 4, 2016
    Yes, that's correct, we're saying skip the burrito at La Taq and go for the tacos. We can't emphasize enough that you need the SUPER and DORADO style. Read more
  • Ines C.heart icon on user image
    Ines ChanJune 15, 2018
    This is the only super burrito I’d pay $12 for, hands down. Get it dorado style like everyone else (and the hot sauce is a nice touch). What a game changer.
  • Ellen M.heart icon on user image
    Ellen McGrodyJanuary 28, 2016
    It's good! I don't know if it's worthy of the immense amount of hype, but the green sauce is delicious, and the carnitas is a must try.
  • Annie B.
    Annie B.August 10, 2014
    Solid, no-nonsense Mexican food. The burritos are good, but the tacos steal the show. Can't go wrong with the Carnitas crispy style taco.
  • Paull Y.heart icon on user image
    Paull YoungSeptember 27, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    My tip for best burrito on earth. No rice, quality ingredients & a long term locally owned business that treats staff well 👌👌👌
  • Nicoleheart icon on user image
    NicoleOctober 9, 2022
    Perhaps the best burrito in all of California. Order carne asada el dorado style. 🥇🥇
  • Justin K.
    Justin KadisNovember 17, 2014
    Lots of tips say lots of things. All you need to know: order a dorado style super carnitas burrito. Two words: life changing
  • Cory O.heart icon on user image
    Cory O'BrienMarch 11, 2016
    You can't go wrong with an al pastor super burrito. And don't miss the strawberry agua fresca! 🌯🍓
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    _July 11, 2015
    One of the best in SF! No rice burrito! Get the carne asada super burrito, or tacos, or anything! Everything here is so good. Cash only though.
  • AJheart icon on user image
    AJApril 20, 2016
    One of my absolutely all time favorites. Was thinking about the chorizo taco the whole flight in from London. Never disappoints!
  • OkCupid Daters' Choice
    La Taqueria was voted the Best Dime Saver Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in San Francisco. #daterschoice Read more
  • Vivian W.heart icon on user image
    Vivian WangJuly 5, 2015
    Tacos with everything! Love their two layers of shell, one soft one slightly crunchy. Loaded with cheese, avocado and meat.
  • Darlene Y.heart icon on user image
    Darlene YeeOctober 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Flour cheese quesadilla is out of this world. Traditional burrito without rice is packed full of tastiness. The Fresca and horchata are delicious too.
  • Jose P.heart icon on user image
    Jose PalomaresAugust 26, 2016
    The carnitas burrito is superbly juicy, better than any other carnitas I've tried. Get it super, and when bored, maybe try the carne asada, also goood
  • hiroticks
    hiroticksMay 5, 2018
    It's cash-only, so be prepared. Also, the place gets packed around lunch, but it's a fast line. The trick is scoring seats. Just be nice to people and generally, someone will share tables.
  • Petr J.heart icon on user image
    Petr J.November 4, 2018
    I have never seen so well organized and efficient kitchen crew. Crowds of people entering every minute, but your order is still prepared within minutes...
  • Rob A.heart icon on user image
    Rob AtkinsonNovember 7, 2015
    One of the best burrito places in SF. Get a super burrito with carnitas. Try it grilled to get it a bit crispy and melted. Cash only
  • Rosalineheart icon on user image
    RosalineNovember 7, 2015
    Worth the line up. Burritos are small so super size and order them crispy. Green sauce at the table is spicy! Drinks can be skipped - I've had a better horchata
  • Ina L.heart icon on user image
    Ina LiMarch 20, 2015
    Their taco has one crunchy layer and one soft layer of tortilla. Only 3-5 dollars. So delicious! Cash only!
  • Shrutika S.
    Shrutika SachdevJune 9, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the "Super" everything! Super Burrito, Super Taco etc! This means guac, sour cream and all the good stuff on top of the regular dish!
  • Mark K.heart icon on user image
    Mark KupasrimonkolJuly 14, 2015
    Great burrito! Drench it with there amazing green sauce and keep your eyes on the prize, you really don't want to see how much oil it takes to fry these suckers.
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StraussApril 19, 2017
    The carne asada is amazing: big, gristle free chunks. No rice in the burritos or anywhere on the premises makes burrito a fairly juicy affair.
  • Avaheart icon on user image
    AvaAugust 15, 2014
    One of the few places I can find a vegetarian taco that doesn't leave me feeling like I'm lacking ingredients...so tasty. Also very good prices and short waits for food.
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