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Pancho Villa Taqueria
Mexican Restaurant and Burrito Restaurant$$$$
Mission District, San Francisco
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"The shrimp and steak super burrito is wrapped well and tasty."(8 Tips)
"Great classic mission burritos."(5 Tips)
"Baby burrito, for the win!"(7 Tips)
"Steak and prawn burrito is so good"(5 Tips)
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Adam FOctober 12, 2014So I could tell you that this is the best taqueria near the mission. But to be honest they are all amazing. What makes this place stand out is its fish tacos. Grilled to perfection and massive.
Juan BuisDecember 11, 2015Make sure you know what you're having, the line moves fast! Also, get ALL the salsas.
Lots of natural light, ever smiling staff, charming live music, and burritos that make you forget every other. This is how I imagine Mexico to be! I will validate when I actually visit.
AFAR MediaAugust 12, 2014A canteen kind of restaurant the place has a local feel and the food is cooked in front of you. Great place for a meal with friends and a drink or to grab something to go! Read more
MatthewAugust 20, 2014Everything is fantastic, but for your first try definitely get the asada burrito with black beans. Unusually big seating area for a taqueria means you can usually find a spot for a group too.
R. JohnsonMay 1, 2022Haven't been there in a while but when I open the app Foursquare was reunited again! Pancho Villa is the go-to place it's friendly the atmospheres always upbeat and the food is always good!
This is my go-to place for veggie burritos (or sometimes quesadilla!). They have great selections for vegetarians like me and my fave is Super Vegetarian Burrito with watermelon agua fresca.
Pacific UnionSeptember 24, 2013If you're craving Mexican food, you'll be satisfied after a stop at Pancho Villa. Order the garlic prawn platter with rice, beans and tortillas paired with one of their many fresh agua fresca drinks.
Gregory K.February 28, 2017🌮🌯🌮🌮🌮🌮🤘. A lot of options and all if which is pretty great. Can't go wrong with anything here. Staff are really friendly and helpful
Best tasting burrito hands down. Tortilla was perfect, beans are perfect(I don't even like beans), meat is amazing. Couldn't ask for more. Brought my coworker here and she agrees it's that damn good.
Dat Salsa bar. Winners of California state fair salsa awards every year since 2001...except 2008. Wtf happened in 2008?
Basically perfect Mexican street food, cheap and delicious. My absolute favorite is the chile verde chicken super tacos with black beans and hot salsa.
Can't decide what you want? Order a la carte meat, beans, and other fixin's. Don't miss the champiñones al ajillo, those garlic mushrooms are delicious!
vikas erraballiDecember 24, 2015The shrimp and steak super burrito is wrapped well and tasty. It is 12 bucks though. There are 6 or 7 salsas in the back but nothing mindblowing there. Line goes deep; quite an operation.
I've tried about 10 taquarias now and this one is my favourite. The Salmon Taco is superb. So is the condiment selection, unlimited coriander and limes ftw!
Karen MiaoMarch 30, 2016The first Mission taqueria I went to in 2002 and still a solid place for a burrito or quesadilla. Make sure to load up on their excellent salsas!
Ms HeleneAugust 7, 2018Skip the snapper la plancha plate. Garlic prawns plate instead. $12 incl salad, rice, guacamole and tortillas. Salsa bar and chips complimentary.
Everything is great here! Always fresh ingredients! Been coming here since 2005. Can’t beat their taconomics deals: $1 tacos Monday thru Friday from 2-5 p.m.
They are on DoorDash, good place to get some delivery burritos. Carne asada tacos/burritos are really tasty here. Not on the level of Farolito or Cancun though.- Jimmy HookerAugust 7, 2014I eat here way too much, but their carnitas burrito is great and the verde salsa is phenomenal. I could drink their verde salsa straight up.
A bit pricy, but from 3-5PM weekdays they have $1 tacos and $2 beers. (El Toro around the block does also). Had two Salmon Tacos($1.75) and a Negro Modelo for under $6 yesterday, they were great.
Alex DobyanNovember 12, 2017This was so good. A little overwhelming given all the options, but even just a regular carnitas burrito was excellent.
Thursday night the line is crazy long and parking is impossible but no matter what Pancho Villa is worth the wait
The fresh salsa bar is great, the shrimp quesadilla is awesome. The San Mateo location is better however this branch is still quite good.
meganAugust 15, 2015Get the mini burrito with guac & sour cream - it's definitely a meal on its own. And don't skimp on the habanero salsa!
Simran KalraNovember 12, 2017Came with Jeanne after Golden State Warriors game. Was great for after game as open late. Has fish tacos which were great’
Mark BultOctober 5, 2014Love their salsa? Take some home. You can purchase a larger container at the counter for $1.50.
Bennett W WongApril 19, 2017Steak and Nachos are delicious. The service is excellent, clean facility plus the food is efficiently.
- Steak and prawn burrito is the move here - they cook the prawns just right w/ a garlic butter sauce
The garlic mushroom quesadilla is so so good. Just make sure you eat it quickly because it will get soggy in the takeout container.
Mighty TravelsMay 26, 2018Loved the Super Quesadilla with chicken. Charred chicken taste is awesome.
Afi Yellow-DukeSeptember 29, 2015Had a burrito basically the length of my forearm and cried after, it was that good… I also definitely ate it too fast but that's another story. Just go.
Get tacos. Super fresh pico de gallo. Grab for lunch then head south on Valencia Street for your hipster-tourist boutique shopping.
Best carne asada tacos. A ton of meat and great salsa bar.- Amazing carnitas, be sure to try some of their more exotic meats and top off whatever you order with toppings from the salsa bar.
Len B.August 21, 2015Great Mexican food! If you are a Mexican in the States and miss the food, this is one of the best places to go.
Hannah GMDecember 27, 2015The enchiladas and burritos are amazing! Haven't found a better salsa bar anywhere in San Francisco.
Burritos! Clearly. But don't forget the flan (or lots of other items on the full menu).
Lindsay KernFebruary 25, 2019Quintessential mission dist stop for burritos and tacos. Find your own table and prepare for a wait at mealtimes.- 🐐 🐙December 17, 2015Great meat and salsa selection. They have like 100 people working behind the counter, so it's always quick.
Nick FarrOctober 30, 2017Closest thing to authentic Mexican I was able to find, but don't even think it's the same as chilango pastor.
RuebarbAugust 23, 2012Chips are delicious and they will happily give you more. Very friendly staff albeit doesn't understand English 100%. Dinner came with entertainment Wednesday night.
Abbey KeckNovember 30, 2014One taco is plenty. Get it super (no tomato or salsa) with chicken and refried beans.
Rena BarchJune 6, 2015Burritos are great. The vibe is far from relaxed, but worth it for a delicious burrito
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Pancho Villa Taqueria
3071 16th St (btwn Valencia & Mission St)
San Francisco, CA 94103
United States
San Francisco, CA 94103
United States
Fresh ingredients, skillful preparation and large portions have made us one of the most popular taquerias in town and home of world famous burritos!
Closed until 10:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 10:00 AM–Midnight
(415) 864-8840
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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