Diners' Choice: Mexican restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Tacolicious - Marina

4.8

4.8 (50)

$30 and under

Mexican

Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

About the restaurant

Tacolicious is a casual, modern Mexican restaurant with locations in San Francisco, Palo Alto and Manhattan Beach (LA). We source our ingredients responsibly, take our tacos as seriously as our cocktails, and offer a fun sit-down, full-service experience. We have outdoor dining and private rooms and do off-site catering. Go to tacolicious.com for more information; catering requests can be sent to events@tacolicious.com.

Questions? Please email us at marina_management@tacolicious.com. We reply to emails quickly!

Top review

Kristina

Dined 6 days ago

Loved our dinner experience at Tacolicious. Reese took such great care of us!

Distrito Federal

4.6

4.6 (102)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Campbell

About the restaurant

Discover the vibrant flavors of Mexico City at Distrito Federal, where each visit promises a uniquely crafted dining experience. Our skilled chefs are committed to using only the finest ingredients, ensuring every dish celebrates the authenticity of traditional Mexican cuisine. Our cocktail menu is equally enchanting, highlighting fresh produce and house-pressed juices that blend seamlessly with top-tier spirits and liqueurs. This thoughtful pairing enhances our premium dishes and elevates your dining experience.
At Distrito Federal, we're not just about dining; we're about creating memorable moments. Our swanky atmosphere, combined with exemplary service, ensures that every guest feels at home. Whether you're a food enthusiast seeking new culinary horizons or a cocktail aficionado in search of perfection, join us and become part of the Distrito Federal family. Indulge in delicious eats, soak in the chic ambiance, and relish an experience like no other.

Top review

Jennifer

Dined 1 day ago

Loved the cocktails, the decorations for Christmas. Service was exceptional. Appetizers of Mexican corn and some type of potato taquito were fabulous. My chicken tango was not fabulous. I’ll try something else next time. We very much appreciated the nice glassware.

San Agus Cocina Urbana & Cocktails

4.6

4.6 (102)

$30 and under

Mexican

Palo Alto

About the restaurant

Discover San Agus Cocina Urbana & Cocktails, a neighborhood hangout in Palo Alto where friends and strangers come together to enjoy crafted urban street bites, beers, and cocktails. Whether you’re looking for a casual spot to unwind or a vibrant place to connect, our welcoming atmosphere and creative menu make every visit memorable. Don’t forget to ask about our artisanal selection of agave spirits.

Top review

Dined 6 days ago

Cocktails were just okay. Very expensive for what they are. The mocktail was terrible and not worth the money

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Bar Camino

4.6

4.6 (243)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Walnut Creek

About the restaurant

Good food, good mood.

Bar Camino puts a fresh twist on Mexican-Latin food favorites, highlighting the influence of traditional Mexican ingredients and flavors throughout Latin America. The restaurant’s worldly take on Mexican cuisine includes dishes ranging from a traditional skirt steak ranchero plate to a refined King salmon with fresh plantains and cilantro rice.

Our décor combines contemporary and traditional aesthetics, with neon lights, a refinished cypress king’s table that seats twelve, and a patio featuring picnic-style tables with bright blue umbrellas.

The bar program is similarly eclectic, with a play on a dirty martini with tequila shaken tableside and tropical drinks featuring fresh strawberry, mango, and hibiscus flavors. Bar Camino will feature happy hour Monday through Friday – from 3-5 PM and a “reverse happy hour” Thur-Sat from 8 PM until close.

Top review

Angie

Dined 3 days ago

Fabulous menu choices, great margaritas and excellent service!!

Rancho Cantina

4.7

4.7 (40)

$30 and under

Mexican

Lafayette

About the restaurant

Rancho Cantina is a Mexican restaurant serving traditional cuisines with a dash of contemporary flavors. The restaurant has a chic and stylish yet elegant interior with warm ambience and comfortable furnishings. The place is good for dinner and offers a casual dining space to hang out with friends or family. Rancho Cantina has a full alcohol bar and offers outdoor seating for a refreshing experience. Television and free Wi-Fi are also available here. Rancho Cantina is known to be serving delectable Mexican cuisine varieties. Some of the popular choices at the restaurant include chicken taco, cheese quesadilla, guacamole, steamed mussels, carne asada, adobe brick chicken, fish tacos, vegetarian quesadilla, enchilada variety and grilled chicken. The restaurant also serves scrumptious desserts, appetizers, salads and sides.

Top review

ErinVIP

Dined on 28 Nov 2024

My wife and I enjoyed our meals. My wife ordered the carnitas bowl. She noted it was very flavorful a good portion of food. I ordered the carne asada wood fired meal. The steak was just excellent. I enjoyed building my own small burritos with Mexican rice and pinto beans. I also ordered one of the house margaritas. It was good, I like the salt along the rim, but it came in a small glass. I guess I am used to larger glass when I order a margarita, but other than wanting a more ample pour, it was also a good drink. We will be back for the Tomahawk and share that meal. We enjoyed our pretty thanksgiving meal at Rancho Cantina.

Flores Emeryville

4.6

4.6 (45)

$30 and under

Mexican

Emeryville

About the restaurant

Flores is a three-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winning restaurant serving up hyperlocal Mexican food from across the country.

From the Gulf to the Pacific, we bring the heart and soul of Mexico to your table through our favorite family recipes. Flores serves up traditional Mexican cuisine in a relaxed and vibrant setting that transports you to the beachside resorts of Mexico. Our bar features more than 50 rare and small-batch tequilas and mezcals, which we serve in handcrafted margaritas and creative cocktails.
4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

Top review

La TeanaVIP

Dined on 15 Nov 2024

The Food, Service and Ambience was absolutely INCREDIBLE! I can't wait to go back.

Elena's

4.7

4.7 (465)

$30 and under

Mexican

Forest Hill / West Portal

About the restaurant

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. Reservation requests via phone or email are not available at this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

Top review

HollyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Fourth time I’ve been there. Had something different each time I’ve come and have enjoyed everything. The staff is wonderful and I’m looking forward to coming back again soon.

C CASA Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (367)

$30 and under

Mexican

Napa

About the restaurant

C CASA has been offering globally inspired, innovative and healthy Mexican cuisine from our Taco counter, since 2010. Winner of numerous awards including multiple Michelin Bib Gourmands, C CASA's Reimagined Mexican food is healthy, colorful and Rockin' Delicious! And we're 100% Gluten Free!
We've just moved into our new restaurant space in the Oxbow Public Market, offering in-Market take out, full service dining and our complete bar features over 40 artisan tequilas, local spirits and craft cocktails. Enjoy our indoor and outdoor fireplaces, Rivefront patio and firetables, and for larger groups, our firetable cabanas. And WE LOVE DOGS!
Signature dishes include our fresh Dungeness Crab Taco, Housemade Duck Confit Enchiladas, a Bison Relleno and wood grilled seafoods and meats- and we offer several options for our Vegetarian and Vegan friends. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, and we have a new, ROCKIN' Happy Hour!

Top review

LauraVIP

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

Excellent food snd service and celiac friendly!!!!

Hercules Draft House & Cantina

4.8

4.8 (55)

$30 and under

Mexican

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

STEP INTO THE WORLD OF GOOD TIMES AND GREAT EATS AT HERCULES DRAFT HOUSE & CANTINA, LOCATED IN THE HEART OF LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA. OUR LIVELY BAR AND RESTAURANT IS THE PERFECT DESTINATION FOR FRIENDS AND SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS ALIKE, OFFERING A FUN ATMOSPHERE, DELICIOUS FOOD, AND THE BEST PLACE TO CATCH ALL THE BIGGEST GAMES ON TV. WHETHER YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A NIGHT OUT WITH FRIENDS, A PLACE TO ENJOY A GREAT MEAL, OR A SPOT TO CHEER ON YOUR FAVORITE TEAM, HERCULES DRAFT HOUSE & CANTINA IS THE PLACE TO BE. SO COME ON IN, GRAB A COLD DRINK, SINK INTO A COMFORTABLE SEAT, AND GET READY FOR A TRULY UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE.

Top review

Jill

Dined 1 day ago

Swift service and delicious food with a variety of flavors, we love Hercules. Everything is unique and delicious and the people that work there are always so friendly.

Pedro's Restaurant & Cantina- Santa Clara

4.6

4.6 (16)

$30 and under

Mexican

Santa Clara

About the restaurant

Pedro’s started out on a shoestring budget in the town of Los Gatos on November 29, 1972. A twelve-table restaurant which developed an immediate following, allowing two full expansions. Two years of planning were devoted to the second unit Santa Clara, which opened its doors on May 13, 1980.

Pedro’s Restaurant has been the result of hard work and devotion. We offer a varied and unique selection of authentic Mexican creations. Santa Clara Pedro’s seats 325 people on the main floor.

Top review

Dined on 6 Dec 2024

Meals were great… service was wonderful and we all loved the holiday decor!! So pretty! The flan is always my favorite!! 👍👍

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