Where is the best taco in San Francisco?

Based on diner recommendations, the best taco in San Francisco is at Taqueria Cancun. We compared 6 restaurants serving taco.

How much does taco cost in San Francisco?

Taco prices in San Francisco range from $2.75 to $6.50 across 6 restaurants.

Best Taco in San Francisco

6 restaurants compared

Price range: $2.75 – $6.50

Avg recommendation: 90%

Top 5 Taco in San Francisco (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 6 restaurants:

Taqueria Cancun, $2.75 (Mission District)
El Farolito, $3.00 (Mission District)
La Palma Mexicatessen, $4.59 (Mission District)
El Farolito, $3.00 (Mission District)
La Taqueria, $3.50 (Mission District)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 6 Restaurants Compared

Taqueria Cancun

Mission District·$

Tacos (Corn)

$2.75

Soft corn tortillas filled with meat, onion, cilantro, and salsa.

Tip: Get 4 tacos instead of a burrito for less money and to try more meats — the quality is the same.

El Farolito

Mission District·$

Carne Asada Tacos

$3.00

Soft flour tortillas filled with grilled steak, onion, cilantro, and salsa.

Tip: Ask for your carne asada rare or medium — they can adapt to preference and it makes a big difference in tenderness.

La Palma Mexicatessen

Mission District·$

Carnitas Tacos (Handmade Corn Tortillas)

$4.59

Soft handmade corn tortillas filled with slow-cooked pulled pork, onion, cilantro, and salsa.

Tip: Ask for extra crispy carnitas if you can — some pieces come crispier than others, and the texture contrast is worth it.

El Farolito

Mission District·$

Carnitas Tacos

$3.00

Soft flour tortillas filled with slow-cooked pulled pork, onion, cilantro, and salsa.

Tip: Get 3-4 carnitas tacos instead of a burrito if you want lighter, cheaper food that still showcases the quality of the meat.

La Taqueria

Mission District·$

Carnitas Tacos

$3.50

Soft corn tortillas filled with slow-cooked pulled pork, diced onion, fresh cilantro, and salsa.

Tip: Order 2-3 tacos to get a sense of the meat quality — one might not be enough.

#690% recommend

Loló

Mission District·$$

Tuna Tacon

$6.50

Seared tuna served on a warm tortilla with shrimp aioli, avocado, and crispy garnish.

Tip: Start with the Tuna Tacon — it's Loló's signature and a perfect intro to how they approach contemporary Mexican.