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Taqueria Vallarta

Taco Restaurant$$$$
Mission District, San Francisco
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    Max K.
    "Great taco stand at the front."(7 Tips)
    Andrea
    "4 al pastor tacos from the stand up front; $2/each, yum!!"(4 Tips)
    Melon L.
    "One of the best places for street tacos in SF."(5 Tips)
    Chefs Feed
    "The carnitas burrito is always delicious and so filling."(7 Tips)
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  • Chris H.heart icon on user image
    Chris H.March 19, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Taco stand is the way to go. And then add crema and cheese at the register.
  • Mario E.heart icon on user image
    Mario EstradaMay 1, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    This is my favorite Taco Shop in SF! It reminds me of the actual taco stands in Mexico. Bite sized meat and tortilla tacos with no frills and great salsas! They also have good Veggie Burritos.
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    A FJanuary 12, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Always open later than any anything else. Suadero and Buche tacos are not to be missed, but the hidden gem is the vegetarian burrito menu. I'm not even veg, but the cactus burrito rocks. Tip highly!
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedApril 5, 2017
    Vallarta has the best tacos and burritos in the city. The carnitas burrito is always delicious and so filling. It has great salsas to go with anything you order. Read more
  • Sahil D.heart icon on user image
    Sahil DesaiJuly 4, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Best tacos in the city. Get one of each kind. And some yellow habanero salsa, and apply gently.
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    A FFebruary 20, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Al Pastor, Suadero, and Barbacoa tacos are the best. Pollo too for variety. I've tried all 12.
  • SFist
    SFistAugust 3, 2014
    Badly lit, kind of dingy, and there's a weird stand where all they serve are tacos, with a do-it-yourself salsa bar. But damnit if the meat selection isn't top-notch, subtly seasoned, and awesome. Read more
  • Doc P.
    Doc PopMarch 26, 2012
    Try the Elotes (grilled corn) - My favorite cheap late night snack on 24th. It's just a cup of corn, cheese, and cayenne pepper. They call it "escite" here. (ee-skee-tay)
  • Talisa C.heart icon on user image
    Talisa ChangMarch 9, 2013
    Ugh those tacos at the front cart, all day every day forever. Get the lengua, al pastor, and carnitas. Repeat.
  • Max K.heart icon on user image
    Max KNovember 3, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Great taco stand at the front. Don't bother ordering anything off the menu, none of their menu items are as good as the tacos.
  • William J.heart icon on user image
    William JohnsonMay 27, 2015
    Love the lengua torta. They don't skimp on the meat and layer the toppings well. Serious amount of jalapeño so be aware
  • Shagun A.
    Shagun AulakhNovember 6, 2014
    Best as a late night spot...fresh made tacos at the front. I don't think I'd recommend any of the plates. Just the tacos
  • Melon L.heart icon on user image
    Melon LJuly 15, 2015
    One of the best places for street tacos in SF. Beware though - Their quesadilla includes an obscene amount of cheese.
  • Joshua N.
    Joshua NguyenJanuary 10, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Totally legit and a bit more flavorful than Taqueria Cancun. Head straight for the taco stand in the front of the restaurant and have the lengua, cabeza and carne asada.
  • Pei 👻 W.heart icon on user image
    Pei 👻 WenMay 31, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the neighborhood favorites that opens pretty late. On the richer & oiler side; many vegetarian options.
  • Arthur B.
    Arthur BodolecJuly 25, 2013
    The fastest way to get a taco in the coty! Ask for your choice of meat at the fromt counter, add your topings yourself. Pay. DONE!
  • Melissa H.
    Melissa HernandezFebruary 28, 2015
    The tripas tacos are divine. Crispy, flavorful-- add cilantro and onions (plus your favorite sauces) and its heaven.
  • David P.heart icon on user image
    David PoulsenMarch 9, 2016
    Awesome Lengua and Al Pastor tacos with super atmosphere and open late for quick snack!
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    sohailFebruary 7, 2022
    I’ve been coming here for tacos for 20+ years. Still my fave!!
  • Tom M.heart icon on user image
    Tom MaxwellJune 26, 2014
    The normal burrito de carne w/ beef was great, and the whole place had that real authentic vibe.
  • A F.heart icon on user image
    A FAugust 12, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Suadero, Barbados, carnival, carne asada tacos are the best. Horchata and corn too.
  • Curtis S.heart icon on user image
    Curtis ShoungAugust 3, 2018
    Go on the adventure. Beef tongue. Intestines. 👍 The standard protein offerings are fine. Those stand out.
  • Dennis M.heart icon on user image
    Dennis MuellerJanuary 20, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    They have an awesome Taco bar open late. Tacos are $1.75 each.
  • Vansiheart icon on user image
    VansiAugust 1, 2017
    The place smells weird but the tacos are amazing! The street taco cart is fun.
  • Alexander W.heart icon on user image
    Alexander WinterMarch 13, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Some of the best tacos in town! The green salsa is good. Delicious Alambres, and solid burritos.
  • Becky O.
    Becky OtterBotMarch 21, 2016
    The beef tongue and carnitas tacos were delicious! Great late night spot.
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    @JaumePrimeroNovember 19, 2014
    The tacos al pastor here are cheap and tasty. Grab some ice cream around the corner afterwards at humphry slocombe.
  • Alyssa B.heart icon on user image
    Alyssa BereznakNovember 28, 2015
    cheap and delicious. look up, there's illuminati art on the ceiling.
  • Omer G.heart icon on user image
    Omer GelbardAugust 10, 2020
    The Al Pastor tacos are 👌🏼
  • Luke W.heart icon on user image
    Luke WhiteSeptember 22, 2015
    This is the place for tacos, meaty and satisfying and simple.
  • Anton S.heart icon on user image
    Anton ShusterNovember 5, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    On late party nights, the taco line is longer than the full menu line, so pop your head in and check.
  • Max K.heart icon on user image
    Max KMarch 7, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Ask for cheese and sour cream on your tacos at the register
  • Aaron P.heart icon on user image
    Aaron PangNovember 17, 2018
    Tacos. Simple. Delicious.
  • Andres D.
    Andres DouglasJuly 12, 2016
    Great authentic street tacos
  • Darlene T.
    Darlene TimmisDecember 28, 2013
    This place is great. Authentic Mexican food in SF. Can't beat it.
  • Michelle A.heart icon on user image
    Michelle AlexandriaSeptember 23, 2015
    After a night out, must have tacos! These are the best!
  • Doc P.
    Doc PopJune 23, 2013
    Try the habenero salsa. It's spicy, hit, and somewhat fruity.
  • Renée V.heart icon on user image
    Renée VargasJuly 16, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Street tacos are solid
  • Lindsay E.heart icon on user image
    Lindsay EyinkDecember 19, 2014
    I think this is the best carnitas I have ever eaten in SF
  • Andrew A.heart icon on user image
    Andrew AnderJanuary 10, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Best tacos in The City, hands down. $2.25 now, still open after last call.
  • Scott N.heart icon on user image
    Scott NeilOctober 12, 2014
    Super burritos are indeed super! And huge
  • The Feast
    The FeastJune 13, 2011
    Skip the restaurant menu and order carnitas, barbacoa, tripitas, and cabeza tacos from the rusty cart out front. Read more
  • Zachary R.
    Zachary Reiss-DavisMarch 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Maybe the best tacos in San Francisco. Try the cabeza.
  • Marty S.heart icon on user image
    Marty SchneiderAugust 7, 2014
    The carne asana burrito I had was hella good.
  • Jamie
    JamieMarch 22, 2011
    don't be a noob. order your $1.50 tacos from the stand in front... not the back counter. salsa verde! (and plenty of seating in the next room...)
  • Andrea
    AndreaAugust 21, 2013
    4 al pastor tacos from the stand up front; $2/each, yum!!
  • Regina K.heart icon on user image
    Regina KazanjianSeptember 5, 2014
    $0.75 chips with as much salsa as you want. AHHH!
  • Elliot D.heart icon on user image
    Elliot DanforthMay 28, 2015
    Corn! And chorizo, carnitas, and everything else.
  • Brenna M.heart icon on user image
    Brenna MarketelloApril 27, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Great vegetarian burritos and salsa.
  • Colby D.
    Colby DroscherMay 15, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    All of the tacos are incredible! Tripe tacos are amazing here.
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