Pancho Villa Taqueria

4.0 star rating
1185 reviews Rating Details

Category: Mexican  [Edit]

3071 16th St
(between Caledonia St & Julian Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94103
Neighborhood: Mission
(415) 864-8840
Hours:

Mon-Sun 10 am - 12 am

Good for Kids:
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards:
Yes
Parking:
Street
Attire:
Casual
Good for Groups:
Yes
Price Range:
$
Takes Reservations:
No
Delivery:
No
Take-out:
Yes
Waiter Service:
No
Outdoor Seating:
No
Wi-Fi:
No
Good For:
Lunch, Dinner
Alcohol:
Beer & Wine Only
Noise Level:
Loud
Ambience:
Casual
Has TV:
No
Caters:
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

Review Highlights   

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"The green sauce in the salsa bar is sooo good." (in 217 reviews)
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"Their carne asada is seasoned deliciously." (in 142 reviews)
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"The tacos were super authentic and super delish." (in 222 reviews)
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  • Review from Jasmin L.

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    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    2/4/2012 6 photos 1 Check-in Here

    I do not really care if Pancho Villa is not the best taqueria in San Francisco. I have been to Mission taquerias such as El Castillito, El Cumbre, Los Coyotes, Chavas, to name a few.  All I know is Pancho Villa has never failed to  provide me consistenly good Mexican food for our Takeout Friday dinners at home:

    1. It is conveniently located on 16th Street and Mission.  Hop off/hop on 16th Street BART, walk a couple of blocks and you have dinner within reach. http://www.yelp.com/bi...

    2. Always so festive like FIESTA.  It is the happiest place in the Mission and you do not need to be drunk -- yet. Bright lights. Salsa awards and dazzling Pancho Villa himself on the wall. If you are lucky, you might get serenaded by the traveling mariachi band.  http://www.yelp.com/bi...

    3. Quick, cheap and easy to order. Give your order to the woman with the mini-ordering machine then go down the line to the cashier to pay. Watch the energetic workers put together your plate foodline-style. Polite and friendly service. http://www.yelp.com/bi...

    4. Award-winning salsa bar. and plenty of free chips! http://www.yelp.com/bi...

    5. TOFU TACOS!!!!! Even for a tofu lover like me, the idea of tofu tacos makes me cringe a little. I imagine boring, bland rubbery tacos on top of corn tortillas. Pancho Villa's tacos, however, were so flavorful, silky and delcious! Just like with regular taco you get to choose the beans and the toppings. It is packed with veggies and peppers as well.  http://www.yelp.com/bi...

    6. YUMMY MEXICAN FOOD ALL AROUND. I have been to Pancho Villa on countless Friday evenings after work to pick up dinner. The meats are moist, not gristly and well-marinated. I have ordered:
    *Wet Carne Asada Burrito and Carnitas Burrito for my carnivore man
    *Chile Relleno, Fish with Rice and Beans, Spicy Shrimp with Rice and Beans and Tofu Tacos for my semi-pescetarian self.

    7. Horchatas, churros and alfajores cookies for drinks and desserts.

    8 NO LARD and NO MSG. This is healthier Mexican food but stil yummy!

    9. Plastic accepted.

    10. Probably the safest taqueria in the Mission since there is a SECURITY GUARD on site. I just don't know what he can do  should  there be real trouble but at least he opens the door for you while you are juggling your to go boxes!

    BOTTOMLINE:
    Cheap, big ginormous portions, convenient, friendly and delicious. Really good Mexican food!

    SAMPLE CHECK: 1 Wet Burrito and 3 Tofu Tacos = $16 before tip

    DATE NIGHT SUGGESTION:
    So next Friday, get your food to go at Pancho Villa, go home and open a nice bottle of wine, light some candles, pop a movie, share with your honey. Voila, fun Friday night dinner at home with no dishes to wash later. (Also great for "solo" nights.)

    ADDICTIVE FACTOR: 5 Best Tofu Tacos Ever!

  • Review from Karen S.

    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    2/6/2012

    Our friend was bringing back my guy's laptop after cleaning it & we wanted to treat him to lunch.  Well lunch turned into lu'nner since our friend didn't end up showing up until after 3pm (he said noon).

    My guy & I had been here before for a date but we haven't returned since we heard about stray bullets flying around in the immediate area.  I got a regular El Pastor burrito.  The pork was cut up kind of small but they still had good flavor.  Even though it looked really skinny, it was super filling.  I also got a small Horchata which had good flavor but it was too sweet & warm for some reason.

    Each meal came with complimentary chips that were crispy & corny.  I sprinkled salt & squeezed lime juice on them so they tasted like Tostitos Hint of Lime; which I love.

    My food/drink plus my guy's food/drink came out to $21 which is pretty expensive compared to other places like El Farolito (read my review).  Also, I ended up fainting & needing to go to the ER 20 minutes later.  Coincidence?

  • Review from Sofia R.

    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    Updated - 2/3/2012 4 photos 2 Check-ins Here

    Looking for late night snacks, I guided some friends to this place. This is mainly due to the $1 taco check-in deal they have going on.

    The food here is okay but for $1, the food tastes much better. I got carne asada tacos and two alfajores. Price came out to be less than $5 or so. My friend ordered tacos and eventually nachos (or something) and a watermelon aguas frescas.

    I actually got carne asada this time around. And it tasted pretty good. I added a lot of lime and cilantro because I felt like it. This is one reason I like this place: the salsa bar. Although it may be overhyped, I appreciate the fact that I can get as much cilantro and lime as I want.

    Alfajores are always good (to me). I have had better, but the price is pretty cheap here so I plan to always get one for myself. Sweet and simple. I love dulce de leche.

    My friend enjoyed his meal too. I tried his aguas frescas. It was alright. Refreshing, but not as strong watermelon taste.

    Okay place.

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  • Review from Nicole W.

    North Las Vegas, NV

    5.0 star rating
    2/1/2012

    I hail from Pittsburgh and transplanted to Vegas.  I have had very little choices in terms of authentic Mexican, especially now since I've been vegetarian for the last few years.  If I want to find veg-friendly Mexican food I have to go to Chipotle.  Please don't cry for me, I'll survive.

    My San Franciscan friend brought us here on a tour through the neighborhood and trust me when I say I have been on a hopeless quest ever since to find something comparable back in Vegas.

    I ordered a super vegetarian taco and my husband got the veg burrito.  The husband was in love with his burrito.  As for me, I started to believe my taco was magical.  I think it had to do something with the crazy amazing tortilla, which I'm assuming was sprinkled with MSG and crack.  We were pressed for time, so I didn't get a good look to see what all consisted of the taco- I had to devour it quickly.  I do know there were beans, salsa, guac, sour cream, and a shining beam of light from heaven.  Oh, and some raw onions I picked off.

    Is everything legitimately vegetarian?  I'm not sure and they were too busy to play 101 Veggie Questions with me.  I just assumed someone would have made sure it was ok long ago and I went on minding my own business.  

    For the love of all that is holy, please bring a location to Las Vegas.  Thanks in advance.

  • Review from Savier M.

    Walnut Creek, CA

    2.0 star rating
    1/22/2012 1 Check-in Here

    I should have just bought a bag of chips. They somehow managed to make me the saltiest burrito I have ever had in my life. Good Mexican food must be scarce in SF if Pancho Villa is the height of excellence. I kept reminiscing over Whole Foods burritos while eating.

    Terribad; MJ scary.

  • Review from Joe N.

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    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    2/1/2012

    This is one of my favorite taquerias just because of the happy hour deal alone.  If I can hold out and not eat until after 3, I would go here and order 4-5 tacos and the total would be under $6.  They're not skimpy on how much meat they put on the happy hour tacos too, which is awesome.  Come to think of it, they're pretty generous with all of their portions, you can get a baby burrito which is about the size of a regular burrito at other taquerias for about $5.

  • Review from madeleine t.

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    Berkeley, CA

    3.0 star rating
    1/31/2012

    Fast, cheap and open late. Tasty enough, nice staff and they've even got separate veggie menus for burritos and tacos for maximum ease of ordering. I do wish it was a little better ventilated because every time I've been there it's felt a little heavy on the smoke and smell of carne, but I'm a dainty buttercup.

  • Review from Rocco B.

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    San Francisco, CA

    5.0 star rating
    1/8/2012

    The crowd on a Wednesday night speaks for itself.  If you can pack a full cafeteria full of people in the district that invented the San Francisco Burrito, you're doing something right.

    I went for some steak nachos and Melissa did the chicken fajita burrito.  The few bites of the burrito that I was allowed to have were great; and the nachos were out-of-this-world.

    This level of delicious should be reserved for restaurants at least 3x the price.

  • Review from Mark P.

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    San Francisco, CA

    2.0 star rating
    1/6/2012

    Goddamn San Francisco, I love you, but you don't know a damn thing about Mexican food.

    I'm originally from southern California, and, well, down there, when the Mexicans can actually go *home* after making a delicious burrito, I think they just happen to bring more of Mexico back with them the next day.

    I'd hear rumors about this place from friends that lived here before I even got my silly white ass up to the bay. When I arrived, my first mission was to find Mexican fare that would make me feel like I was back home. Of course, after hearing everything from friends and reading reviews here, I headed straight to Pancho Villa one evening.

    There were enough people in the place to do a reasonably well sized civil war reenactment. I figured it had to be good. I went with my standard "let's see how good this spot is" order of a fucking burrito with all the trimmings. I was excited, salivating, and had a bit of a chubby, to be honest. I was fucking hungry and wanted some Mexican in my face hole.

    To be honest, though, the burrito was lackluster. It wasn't bad, really, just, well, any time my friends visit I sure as hell won't take them there. They'd hurt me. I even went back a second time and tried again. No dice. Not bad. Not good. Just, well, a burrito.

    Los Coyotes across the street is much, much better.

  • Review from Kristina G.

    Irvine, CA

    5.0 star rating
    1/5/2012 1 Check-in Here

    SOO good and quick.  Very large portions and coming from SoCal, the food is very comparable.  I ordered the super burrito with carnitas and chicken with all the works, so good and tender meat and nicely seasoned!  We also ordered nachos, can't go wrong with that either.  You know this is the spot when there was a line of at least 10 people continuously and we were there for at least an hour!  

    Parking is a pain though, so beware!

  • Review from David B.

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    Sunnyvale, CA

    5.0 star rating
    1/15/2012

    As far as I'm concerned, this is THE place for the San Francisco Burrito.  I usually get a basic carne asada burrito, sometimes with the shrimp added in.  The meat and rice and salsa and beans blend together perfectly into a single mouth-watering entity, even when eaten with a fork.

    And the strange thing is, whenever I walk in, the line at the ordering counter is always short, and no matter how full the seating area is, I can always find a table right away.  One piece of advice: with half a dozen identically-dressed order takers buzzing around behind the counter, take careful note of which one is yours so that you can find her again when she brings your burrito up to the register to pay.

  • Review from Moua L.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/21/2011

    Excellent cheap food! The beef tacos are the best. Pair it up with their award-winning salsas and you get a cheap, fast, and filling dinner. And Mexican food is not even my favorite.

    They must have about 5-6 different types of salsas, but the green spicy one is my favorite.  I even saw this guy pack up 10 to-go containers worth.

    If you have a sweet tooth, then order the flan.  It's not made at the restaurant, but ordered from somewhere that the cashier lady doesn't even know. I wonder if where this secret flan hiding place is? Hmmm...Regardless, it was still good.

  • Review from Mel G.

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    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    1/27/2012

    Dug it.  I ordered the carne asada quesadillas w/chips -- the salsas were incredibly good, the quesadilla -- decent, not the best, but pretty good.  Maybe if I come back, I'll check some of the burritos and other things on the menu, and see if it changes the 3 star rating.  Overall, a pretty good taqueria in the Mission.

  • Review from Grace L.

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    Berkeley, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/30/2011 1 Check-in Here

    I always hear about Pancho Villa, and I always walk by coming out of Bart, but I have never tried the place!  Came here one night after a day in union square and i was starving!!  So.... I ordered the Super Nachos.  They were soo good, chicken was tender, not overloaded with cheese and everything was so fresh.  and!! they have a wide selection of salsa, what's not to love about that!!

    Place is clean, and pretty big, service is fast and the people are friendly, and its open late!  I will be coming back to Pancho Villa!

  • Review from Kris T.

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    Pleasant Hill, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/27/2011 1 Check-in Here

    Pretty good place. Service is fast and efficient, and they understand most of what you tell them.

    "No beans."

    "Oohhhh, no frioles.."

    You get it.

    They have tons of options, mostly like any other burrito joint.

    Where this place shines is the salsas!

  • Review from Kara B.

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    Sacramento, CA

    5.0 star rating
    1/5/2012 1 Check-in Here

    Slap me and call me donkey... or, burrito. This place is worth the wait and lived up to the shit-talk the oldman was spewing about La Cumbre being on Man vs. Food.
    Yah, yah, go gorge yourself on giant burritos pretty much anywhere in the Mish. But, this place has got it all - taste and volume... and, a great bang for your buck. Well, at least Mon-Friday during their happy hour $1 taco frenzy.  

    We arrived around 3ish to find a line pretty much out the door, but hey folks don't worry, you'll need this time to gawk at their menu and decide how much food you are willing to try and stuff down your gullet. I changed my mind about 10 times while I watched and smelled what they were a cooking! Lovely garlicky shrimp, fresh pieces of salmon, and some other white fish wiggling on the grill. Off to the side, were the usual filling standbys- black beans, refried beans, asada, carnitas, etc... and the mother of all churros... thee stuffed vanilla custard-filled churro, and some dulce de leche Alaflor cookies! OMG, get yourself a few of these cookies. Get yourself one of everything, except maybe the tofu offerings... yes, you vegetarians can also enjoy the fruits of their tasty labor and snarf down on some tofu tacos and burritos. Their salsa bar offers everything you can ask for from spicy to spicer salsa, radish, lemon, onions cilantro, marinated carrots n' jalapeno... just as it should be!

    I almost asked for a couple of $1 tacos, being in the 99% and all, but I didn't... I got super tacos and they still only charged me a base price of uno dinero, plus a bit more... the whole bill came out to about $16 for a super burrito, two tacos - one featuring the lovely garlicky shrimp, a couple of desserts, chips, and drink. Yah, I walked around SF the rest of the day hording the rest of my Alaflor cookie in my purse... so what? Then I sat on my couch when I got home as savored it like the delicate little prize that it was.

    This place rocks, and I would totally walk around wearing a "gordita for pancho villa's" in second... I'm in the beginning stages of making these t-shirts!  
    I am planning my next visit to SF based upon their happy hour right now!

  • Review from Roger H.

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    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    1/15/2012 1 Check-in Here

    I used to love this place. It's gone downhill to cater to a larger clientele. Good enough in a pinch. Nothing spectacular.

  • Review from Veggie D Lit e.

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    Oakland, CA

    5.0 star rating
    1/15/2012

    I've been nothing but pleased with this taco haven in the Mission. They have happy hour from 3-5 and the tacos are all $1. That means you can have a veritable feast for $5 or under. Free chips come with. Nice salsa bar selection. Good vegetarian taco and burrito offerings. Fast service. A+

  • Review from Jen A.

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    Berkeley, CA

    4.0 star rating
    1/26/2012

    A lot of my friends don't like Pancho Villa because it's one of the most commercialized taquerias.

    Regardless, you can't beat their $1 tacos ($1.25 super veggie) between 3 and 5 pm when you're broke, and who isn't these days?

    I've been coming here for more than a decade and it is reliable.

  • Review from Miguel V.

    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    12/5/2011

    I gotta be honest, I gave them 3 stars, but I would have to say that by SF standards, I would probably give it 4. However, I am using global standards here and, so far, no taco shop that I have been to in SF has earned more than 4. I would put them a cut below Farolito, Vallarta, and Guadalajara, at least the locations by my house in outer mission.

    I had the Pollo Asado burrito all meat, with cheese, and guac  and I think I might have gotten a carnitas taco, although I cannot clearly recall. The burrito was just alright. Not bad for drunk food, but just nothing amazing. The chicken was not as flavorful as some of the other places nearby. It was an alright size, but I was hungry again pretty soon after. I hate that I can finish an SF burrito and then some, but feel ashamed when I finish an entire SD burrito by myself. Anyhoo, my brother was only somewhat satisfied with his food as well and commented that he prefers Cancun. Nevertheless, the location is convenient and they are open until about 12:30 I think, which is helpful if you duck out of the bar early and need some munchies.

  • Review from Emily D.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    11/22/2011

    In which the Dream team goes to PV for burritos:

    "ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?"
    "I'm so effing ready."
    *munch munch munch*
    "OK This is a GOOD super vegetarian burrito."
    " Dude, it's hitting sooo many spots right now."
    "How many spots right now"
    "SOOOO many. SOOOOOO MANYYY."
    "Which ones?!?
    "Oh... the good ones."

    Sometimes you just need a super burrito to celebrate making it through another week. Solid 4 stars.

  • Review from David S.

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    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    1/24/2012

    The burritos and tacos are very good, although I don't think they are the best the Mission. However, Pacho Villa does have one of the best happy hours in the Mission -- $1 tacos and $2 beers from 3pm to 5pm.  They used to have aguas frescas on the happy hour menu as well, but sadly no longer.  And just be careful not to order the super tacos or other variations -- the happy hour pricing is just for regular tacos.  But there are a lot of taco types, and they're all way better than McDonalds -- probably the only other place you can get food for that cheap.

  • Review from Mayra L.

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    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/8/2011

    Pancho Villa is my go to spot for Mexican food around work. They have a massive menu with a ton of vegetarian options, really fresh ingredients and aren't too expensive. Plus they have a mean salsa bar.

    It gets really packed, which is why I always try to go before rush hour. I tried to call in my order once and that was an epic fail since no one answered the phone and when someone did they hung up on me. They have really good specials like dollar Taco Tuesdays and from M-F 3-5 they also have dollar tacos deals and 1 dollar off beers.

    I usually go for the especial burrito, vegetarian taco, carne asada taco or tofu tacos. All really yummy, all really cheap and topped off with their green chile salsa hits the spot.

    TIP: Don't forget about the little known M-F (3-5) dollar tacos and 1$ off beers! So worth it.

  • Review from Tuwie N.

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    Yorba Linda, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/4/2011

    as Eminem raps, "my salsa makes all the pretty girls dance and want to take off their underpants, my salsa", i'm pretttttty sure that he is referring to Pancho Villa's salsa.
    This is the kind of place where addictions are born and cultivated to the point where eating mexican food anywhere else in SF will not be able to relieve the withdrawal symptoms.

  • Review from Marty J.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    11/25/2011

    I have dined here before but the last time I went I used a free burrito voucher that took 7 off the bill so 3 burritos for 18. Part was donated to UNICEF and matched by visa. Cool deal.

    The burrito was fantastic. Carne asada fajita. Black beans and opted for spicy. It was huge and delicious. Got it to go and ate it at Kilowatt up the street. This place rivals Papalote in taste. A very close second.

  • Review from Alvarito M.

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    San Francisco, CA

    1.0 star rating
    10/30/2011

    R.I.P. Pancho.....

    Back in 88, your burritos were $2.40 and tasted like food sent from heaven; I'm sure Pancho Villa himself would have approved!

    20 years later, you've computerized your operation, the reg burrito is $7 and its taste is a sin.

    In short, if you are looking for overpriced, so so food, this is your place...

  • Review from Akvile H.

    Berkeley, CA

    5.0 star rating
    10/31/2011 1 photo 6 Check-ins Here

    Pancho Villa...my love.
    I live in the East Bay and have come solely into the city to eat at your fine establishment..you are just THAT good. You're open all the time, your staff is just oh so friendly (and efficient!), and the food is just more muy bueno y delicioso than I could describe!

    Perfectly assembled burritos, cheesey melty, super stuffed quesadillas, and a sauce bar filled with all of the best sauces! I kid you not, this place is amazing and although it's packed just about any time you come, the line moves quickly, the food is made fresh, and you can always snag a seat inside to enjoy your meal. Order some horchata or agua fresca with your meal, so refreshing and tasty! Their menu is quite extensive and whether you're feeling carnivorous or vegetarian, they've got it all.

    I have made plans with friends around coming to eat here, it's really good, you need to try this taqueria out. Best taqueria in the Bay (in my opinion)....if only they had an identical location in Berkeley I would frequent it even more.

    Mexican food noms to the max. Go here and make your taste buds happy!

    ps- hit up the sauce bar, I mean it...especially try the creamy bisque like tomato sauce. Put it on your complimentary nacho chips or all over your food. It's versatile and a delicious addition to your meal.

  • Review from glen m.

    London

    UK
    4.0 star rating
    11/3/2011

    Not the most fabulous place, but they're:
    - always open
    - totally decent
    - kind of spendy
    - have a fabulous wide range

    And when your crazy cousins/parents/uncles/niecephews come into town and you think they'll be too escairt by a real taqueria... this one's a starter.

    But overpriced. Decent. But overpriced. And they manage to deliver an excellent customer experience overall, what with that nice salsa bar and all that.

  • Review from Blondie R.

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    Alamo, CA

    3.0 star rating
    12/18/2011

    It was OK. I came here with Rikki and Linda the Great.  Rikki isn't her real name; It's her Yelp name!  How great is Linda?  Linda is so great, she makes Alexander the Great look like Alexander the Wuss!  We always have guacamole, and this guac was a little soupy. Rikki and Linda had the cheese enchiladas and said they were OK.  I had the chipoltle prawns, and they were hot!  No complaints.  The service was fast and friendly.  Would I come back?  Oh, yeah,  I fell in love with the Mariachi band!

  • Review from Maria W.

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    Oakland, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/7/2011

    $1 for Tacos on Tuesdays. That's whats up. To get the full benefit of this deal, I get 3 guachinago tacos and take no less than 8 types of salsa at the salsa station. Their green salsa is best and spiciest out of them all. It will make you sweat and sometimes cry.
    Other days, I get Carne Asada or Carne Pollo Burrito (regular). Choose which meat just came from the grill. You can tell since it's an open kitchen. The burrito provides two meals for me so paying 7.06 for one is not a bad deal.
    Pancho Villa, you are my kind of taqueria. Thank you for feeding me well.

  • Review from Krista R.

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    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    1/17/2012

    This place is a great place for TACO TUES!!!! $1 tacos cant beat that, and for a dollar the food does taste pretty damn good. This is now my new taco tues spot!

  • Review from Natasha M.

    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    12/27/2011 1 Check-in Here

    It's good and during the happy hour it is a good deal. Yet it is not really authentic any more. There are tons of options on the menu and if you have someone who is a bit scared and needs to be babied with restaurants this is a good one for them. When you want real Mexican food go to Cancun (a few blocks away) or even El Farolito. They are way more authentic.

  • Review from Nic M.

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    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    12/5/2011 1 Check-in Here

    Food is ok and great value, but the restaurant itself leaves something to be desired.

    For the price I think you can get better Mexican food.  That said, it is very reasonably price and you're not going to walk out of the restaurant thinking you were ripped off.

    The fluorescent lighting is just terrible.  Why do they even allow restaurants to install those kinds of lights?  I don't need mood lighting, but when you're squinting something is wrong.

    And I hope you like mariachi bands.  There were 3 that came in and out (same band that just made lots of rounds?) while I was at dinner.  I almost paid them to stop.  Yes, I'm a bad person.

    I probably wouldn't go back, unless I was hungry, in a rush and happened to be standing outside.

  • Review from Dave B.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    Updated - 10/16/2011

    I was off work early one day and discovered the happy hour special. You can actually get any of the tacos for half off. Now two super tacos for $4 is a deal!

    Too bad I can't get off work early more often.

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  • Review from William H.

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    • 13 reviews

    San Francisco, CA

    1.0 star rating
    12/3/2011

    I went back here after a 10-year lapse...I did this after buying two coupons via Groupon...

    Bottom line, I am returning the other coupon...

    Worst Mexican food in the city...avoid at all costs.

  • Review from Tim N.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/26/2011

    Mmm - We don't live in the mission, but at least we have a neighborhood burrito place that can hold its own again the mexican food powerhouses in other parts of this city.  Pancho is a great place to stop on the way home from work when you have no intention of cooking dinner for yourself.  6 or 7 bucks and a ten minute wait will get you a heaping, delicious burrito that is really enough for two meals (but you'll eat it in one, I guarantee).  My favorite to date is the steak and shrimp burrito.

  • Review from Ann S.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    10/12/2011 6 Check-ins Here

    I love coming here whenever I'm down for some good ol' Mexican food. My favorites include the prawns seafood dinners and tacos. The portions are extremely filling and good enough to last you all day. Their salsa bar is always stocked and there's even an attendant standing nearby to ensure some type of ordinance for all us crazy people attacking the salsa bar all at once. For shame.

    Entertainment is occasionally provided. Once I stopped by and was pleasantly greeted by some live Mariachi music.

    It's insanely popular and is always packed so be prepared to stand in line for a little bit.

    Definitely a great place to get really good and quick Mexican comida.

  • Review from Troy v.

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    • 5 reviews

    San Francisco, CA

    5.0 star rating
    1/10/2012

    this place is awesome! I love the fact that everything is fresh. I got the salmon taco for the very first time and it was delicious! plenty of salsas and hot peppers for you. I would definitely go back to this place. I don't usually eat tacos or burritos, but when I do I go to pancho villa taqueria.

  • Review from Stefan L.

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    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    11/27/2011

    WARNING:  THE HOT SALSA IS REALLY HOT . . . AND BURNS TWICE

    This is the real authentic burrito joint in the City.  The steak burrito is outstanding and I'm always impressed at the grilling and chopping that goes on by the cooks.  It's a treat to chomp on the burritos but I do need a knife and fork (sorry) to enjoy it.  Sink your teeth into one and it is tasty, juicy and all the ingredients come together.  

    I do enjoy the chips and the varieties of salsa . . . had the HOT only once . . . it's REALLY HOT and BURNS TWICE!  That said, I go for the regular salsa which is truly fresh.  The taco deal sounds intriguing so I'll try that soon.

    Having a groupon helps stretch the dollar.  Thanks PV.

  • Review from Derek N.

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    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    11/27/2011

    Ordered the Super Vegetarian Burrito with the works
    (I specified whole beans for a healthier bean experience)
    Holy smokes...the 'rito was massive.
    Good times!

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