El Toro

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A legendary taqueria known for its fresh ingredients and craftsman-like take on traditional antojitos.
  • Authentic & Fresh Mexican Food
  • Variety for Lunch and Dinner
  • Reasonably Priced Cuisines

El Toro serves only authentic and freshly made Mexican food at reasonable prices. El Toro never uses MSG, Lard or preservatives everything is made with 100% fresh ingredients. Your meal is made to order right in front of you. El Toro has just recently undergone a major renovation with the customer in mind. They offer brighter new surroundings and more seating for your lunch, dinner and late night cravings. The taqueria has everything under the sun that you could want in Mexican food, such as fresh Agua Frescas, beer, fresh salsas, Super Vegetarian Taco, Steak and Prawn Burritos and more. El Toro was recommended by Bon Appetit Best of the Year Edition and their chef received Best Chef Award given by the Mexican Cultural Center. This Mexican restaurant offers a taste you will not soon forget. Stop by El Toro today for the best Mexican grill in San Francisco.

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(510) 768-7607

598 Valencia St San Francisco, CA 94110
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In Short
There's nearly always a constant line at this venerable taqueria, with patrons drawn from the entire spectrum of the city's wildly diverse demographics. Though tables can be scarce, most diners are willing to share. The highlights among the vast menu include tacos and burritos. The building blocks for these Mexican stalwarts include four kinds of tortillas (from basic flour to red-chili); pinto, black or refried beans; ten meat fillings; Spanish or vegetarian rice; and four types of fresh salsa.

14 Reviews of El Toro in San Francisco

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Excellent authentic mexican food  4 Star Rating - Very good

By Jeanne L. | insider_guru Insider Guru | Rank: 984

El toro tagueria has been around in the mission district for many years. They continue to serve fresh and tasty authentic mexican food. On the weekends, they have soups on specials. Such as beef & chicken. They also have shrimp cocktails. It is very inexpensive and the atmosphere is fun. Always packed. Parking is hard .

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A Favorite  4 Star Rating - Very good

By Terry Y. | insider Insider | Rank: 24,100

Taqueria El Toro is truly one of my favorites. The food is inexpensive, great value, tasty and fresh... The place can get packed often. Parking can be hard, but it's the Mission... I highly recommend El Toro...

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Same Owner as Pancho Villas  4 Star Rating - Very good

By Caesar G. | insider_expert Insider Expert | Rank: 3,799

This place is the exact same as Pancho Villas but with a different name. The owner is the same. The food is good and with the new remodel it is a lot more comfortable to eat there. Can't go wrong with this taqueria.

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So-So 2 Star Rating - Wouldn't recommend

By JLove85

Parking is hard to find - Burritos are not the best. They are smaller in comparison to other taqueria's in the city. The worst part - The meat isn't fresh - Not cooked when ordered. Another complaint was they don't have a lot of meat in them. It wasn't the worst burrito i've ever had, but I'm not going back.

Posted 01/25/09

Could be better 2 Star Rating - Wouldn't recommend

By ezikpe31

I went over there with a bunch of people, it wasn't up to my standards. So go somewhere else, if I've done anything for you this is it.

Posted 08/24/07

Damn good burrito 5 Star Rating - World class

By funloverinsf

They hit the spot. I've tried many other places, trying to seek out that truly authentic, hole-in-the-wall place - but this one is consistently good (not to mention clean and friendly). If you want a solid burrito (lots of choices), go here.

Pros: best burritos, friendly, clean
Cons: parking
Posted 04/22/03

REAL MEXICAN? YEAH RIGHT!!! 2 Star Rating - Wouldn't recommend

By PECOSA73

I just have to say their food quality is really bad.
They use "can" refried beans, steak instead of bbq meat (carne asada), avocado is old and their rice is burned.
They need to lower the prices and better the quality of food.
I would recommend LA CORNETA TAQUERIA to anyone.

Posted 03/02/03

Best of the Best 5 Star Rating - World class

By bc5211

My wife has been going to this place since she was a little girl and she won't go anywhere else for burritos. We go probably once a week and never get sick of it. Great food, friendly staff and it's ina great neighborhood.

Posted 01/17/03