San Francisco is full of fantastic Mexican restaurants. It's impossible to try them all, but I thought I would give my two cents about which ones are worth visiting. The restaurants range from quick taco stands to full family-style Mexican.
Just down the street from my old apartment is Pancho Villa Taqueria, located on 16th Street in the Mission District. The burritos and quesadillas are delicious and hearty. The restaurant is clean, the ingredients are of good-quality, and they are generous on the portions. My favorites are the super vegetarian burrito with pinto beans or the super chicken quesadilla. The prices are slightly higher than other quick taco options, but I think this is seen in the quality of the food.
Another one of my favorite burrito options in the Mission is Azteca Taqueria. The food is also quite tasty, with huge burritos and tasty salsas. I particularly like the ambiance at Azteca, as it is covered with Mexican decor and bright colors. The service is friendly and the food as tasty and cheap, what more can you ask for?
The third Mission taqueria that I recommend is El Castillo. It is one of the least expensive options, and again has nice quick burrito options. Because of the prices, location, and business hours, this tends to be a popular late-night eatery. My only caution of El Castillo is that the food tends to be a bit on the spicy side, so be sure to ask for mild if you can't take the heat.
For a family-style sit-down Mexican restaurant, I also have a few favorites. Tres Agaves, near AT&T Park, has a festive atmosphere, great food and strong margaritas. For a more authentic meal, try the Salvadorean Panchita's, which serves Mexican as well as traditional Salvadorean dishes. The papusas are particalarly tasty here, as are the chicken mole and enchiladas.
Which Mexican restaurant is your favorite?
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