El Farolito

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394 Grand Ave
South San Francisco, CA 94080

El Farolito is a no-frills Mexican taqueria located in the Mission District of San Francisco, renowned for its generous portions of comfort food, particularly tacos and super burritos stuffed with a variety of fresh ingredients. Cash-only and often bustling, the restaurant offers a limited salsa bar and tight seating, creating a lively atmosphere that keeps customers coming back for more.

Patrons rave about the flavorful offerings, especially the Pollo Asado Super Burrito and Quesadilla Suiza, both of which showcase the establishment's commitment to quality and taste. With a focus on efficiency, the staff ensures that even during peak hours, guests receive their orders quickly, making El Farolito a celebrated destination for those seeking authentic Mexican cuisine in the Bay Area.

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4.0799 reviews
Jocelyn F.
11/27/2025

We ordered tacos de carne asada and 1 taco de Al pastor. The carne asada tacos were full with meat but had no flavor. It's as if they weren't cooked or grilled enough. The only good taco was the...

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Shawn S.
10/8/2025

My goto Burrito store all the time and for all my Mexican food cravings this is the restaurant you should visit. After work or owing home from SFO I always stop by to get a Super Burrito or...

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Allena C.
6/27/2025

Update: We've been coming here for over 10 years! Their food is consistent and so is their service. You stand in line to order at the cashier and let them know for here or to go. Then you grab...

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Shirley A.
11/29/2025

I used to live here in South San Francisco. Not too far from here (2 miles). This is one of the Mexican restaurants I would come whenever I'm in town (I live in SoCal now). They give big portions...

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Jeana L.
6/6/2025

After landing in SanFran, our dinner was at El Farolito. This place does not disappoint! Around after 8:30pm, it was still busy, full of customers lined up and every table taken. You'll be lucky...

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