The guide’s ranking · San Francisco

Best Mission Burrito
in San Francisco

Developed in the 1960s in the Mission District, the Mission Burrito is a structural marvel. It is distinguished by its massive size, steamed flour tortilla, and the inclusion of rice, beans, meat, and salsa—all tightly wrapped in aluminum foil to maintain heat and integrity. The defining characteristic is the **'Super'** upgrade—adding cheese, sour cream, and avocado/guacamole, which turns the burrito into a heavy, decadent meal. Purists debate the inclusion of rice, but the Mission style is defined by its abundance. The trap is a "cold center" where the ingredients haven't been properly layered or steamed, or a tortilla that tears under the weight. Expect to pay $12–18.

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Developed in the 1960s in the Mission District, the Mission Burrito is a structural marvel. It is distinguished by its massive size, steamed flour tortilla, and the inclusion of rice, beans, meat, and salsa—all tightly wrapped in aluminum foil to maintain heat and integrity. The defining characteristic is the **'Super'** upgrade—adding cheese, sour cream, and avocado/guacamole, which turns the burrito into a heavy, decadent meal. Purists debate the inclusion of rice, but the Mission style is defined by its abundance. The trap is a "cold center" where the ingredients haven't been properly layered or steamed, or a tortilla that tears under the weight. Expect to pay $12–18.

Ranked Mission Burrito stops in San Francisco

La Taqueria

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Go: 11:00 (To beat the massive lunch line).

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El Farolito

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Go: 23:00 (The quintessential late-night SF experience).

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Taqueria Cancun

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Go: 13:00.

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El Castillito

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Go: 12:30.

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Pancho Villa Taqueria

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Go: 19:00.

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Taqueria La Cumbre

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Taqueria Guadalajara

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Taqueria Los Coyotes

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Verdict: Famous for their "California Burrito" (with fries) and very flavorful carne asada.Mission District

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El Metate

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Verdict: A colorful, friendly spot known for its high-quality ingredients and excellent fish burritos.Mission District

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Taqueria San Jose

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Verdict: A classic, no-frills taqueria that is a favorite for its consistent quality and authentic vibe.Mission District

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La Corneta Taqueria

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Verdict: Known for their very fresh ingredients and a wide variety of seafood burrito options.various locations (e.g., Glen Park)

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Papalote Mexican Grill

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Go: 18:30.

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Little Chihuahua

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Verdict: A more modern, sustainability-focused taqueria known for their fried plantain burritos.various locations

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Street Taco

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Verdict: A vibrant spot that serves very solid, modern interpretations of the Mission style.Haight-Ashbury

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Underdogs Tres

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Verdict: A popular sports bar and taqueria known for their "Nick’s Way" tacos and massive burritos.Sunset District

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Tacolicious

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Verdict: A more upscale, sit-down option that offers refined versions of classic Mexican-American flavors.various locations

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Garaje

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Verdict: A hip, industrial spot known for their "Zapatos" and very high-quality burritos.SoMa

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The Little Shamrocks

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Verdict: While a pub, they are famous for their proximity to great local taquerias and allowing patrons to bring their burritos in.Inner Sunset

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Senor Sisig

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Verdict: A legendary SF food truck that fuses Filipino flavors (sisig) with the classic Mission burrito structure.various locations (Food Truck / Ferry Building)

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