La Taqueria

Since 1973
38 years in business

Save Time: Phone-in orders are accepted.

What to Drink: Besides the usual beers and sodas, there are great aguas frescas (try fresh cantaloupe, mango or strawberry) and horchata (a creamy cinnamon-spiced rice drink).

With its distinctive whitewashed façade, street-side seating and gleaming tiles, La Taqueria is perhaps the most visually appealing bargain in the Mission. Yet no one comes for the décor; they line up for the burritos, quesadillas, tacos and perhaps the most authentic fruit drinks in the Bay Area. Despite prices built for a bare-bones taqueria, the carnitas cooked in lard are meltingly tender,...

With its distinctive whitewashed facade, street-side seating and gleaming tiles, La Taqueria is perhaps the most visually appealing bargain in the Mission. Yet no one comes for the decor; they line up for the burritos, quesadillas, tacos… Read More

Part of the great Mission taco debate. Hot griddled beauties oozing with melted cheese and carnitas, chorizo or carne asada hit all the sweet spots. No rice, but we likes ’em better that way anyway. Just beware of the other toppings—one taco with all the fixings will set you back nearly $10. Stucco walls and Mexican murals so you know you’re in the barrio. Creamy, cinnamon-y horchata goodness....

The Scene
The white stucco exterior mimics traditional Mexican adobe, while the small-though-spacious interior features thick wooden tables, both for small groups and for communal dining.... Pros + Good value Cons - Busy atmosphere

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