Highlights
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Great beer selection
oChef » Los Yaquis – San Francisco
Los Yaquis - San Francisco
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Los Yaquis at a glance
San Francisco Mission District
- 🌮 Mexican Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $31–$40
mentioned by 60 of the guests
#1461 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#76 Mexican Restaurant out of 134 in San Francisco
Good
7.2 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
388
Reviews
71.1%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Delicious food
- Lively karaoke
- Attentive staff
Frequently criticized
- Inconsistent quality
- Hidden charges
- Loud atmosphere
The restaurant Los Yaquis is a vibrant Mexican restaurant located in the heart of San Francisco’s lively Mission District. You can immerse yourself in a truly authentic dining experience, complete with the energetic ambiance of live music.
This spot offers a cozy, casual, and trendy atmosphere perfect for any occasion, whether you are seeking a quick bite or a full dinner.
Overview: Introducting Los Yaquis
Los Yaquis offers a generally positive dining experience, with many guests praising the food for its delicious and fresh qualities, alongside a selection of authentic drinks. The ambience often creates a lively and engaging setting, particularly with its popular entertainment options.
While many appreciate the attentive staff and accommodating nature, some encounters suggest room for improvement in guest interactions. Similarly, while some find the pricing reasonable, others have noted concerns about certain costs.
It appears Los Yaquis aims for a vibrant atmosphere with its culinary offerings.
Good
7.2
out of 10
388
Reviews
71.1%
Satisfaction
98
negative
14
neutral
276
positive
Los Yaquis holds a respectable overall score of 7.2, indicating a good dining experience, which aligns well with a Customer Satisfaction rate of 71.1%. This suggests that most patrons leave feeling pleased with their visit.
These figures are drawn from a substantial 388 customer opinions, with 276 positive remarks outweighing 98 negative ones. Diving deeper, Food scores highest at (7.6), frequently described as delicious and fresh, while the Ambience also rates well at (7.4), often highlighted for its lively atmosphere.
Service comes in at an average (6.5), with some positive mentions of attentive staff balanced by reports of less consistent interactions. The Value score of (4.6) indicates this is an area where opinions are more divided, with some finding prices reasonable and others feeling they are too high.
What people like
- Delicious, fresh food
- Lively karaoke nights
- Attentive, friendly staff
What people don't like
- Inconsistent food quality
- Unexpected extra charges
- Overly loud atmosphere
Los Yaquis presents itself as a vibrant spot, particularly appealing if you’re seeking flavorful Mexican cuisine and a lively atmosphere, especially during their popular karaoke nights. The Recommendation Score of 7.4 suggests it’s a place many would encourage others to try, particularly for its culinary strengths and engaging environment.
However, be mindful that experiences with service can vary, and some guests have found certain aspects of the pricing to be less straightforward. If you prioritize a dynamic setting and good food over absolute consistency in every detail, Los Yaquis could be a worthwhile visit.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Los Yaquis
Food (7.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 90% of the guests
When it comes to the food, this spot generally hits the mark, boasting a solid score of 7.6 and a good customer satisfaction rate of 76.5%. With 163 positive remarks out of 213 total, many rave about the authentic Mexican cuisine, especially the molcajete and tantalizing seafood dishes like the octopus sarandeado. Guests also frequently praise the generous servings and delicious drinks, particularly the margaritas.
However, not every dish is a winner. Some diners found certain items, like the shrimp cocktail, to be bland or the food quality disappointing. There were also comments about cold food and dishes being underseasoned.
While these concerns are present, they are less frequent, appearing in 43 negative comments.
Food
213
Reviews
76%
Satisfaction
43
negative
7
neutral
163
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Authentic Mexican food
- Delicious molcajete
- Generous portions
What people don't like
- Bland, dry dishes
- Food served cold
- Underseasoned items
Often praised
- foodMy experience at Los Yaquis was fantastic! It's a must to order the super mango margarita 🥭🍹 and the food is so delicious! Everything is so fancy, from the food to the drinks, and the restaurant itself is so fancy, clean, and the waitresses are so sweet!
- dishesI ordered the chipotle salmon, and my boyfriend had the rack of lamb chops. Both dishes were incredibly fresh, perfectly cooked, and absolutely delicious. The drinks were authentic, and I especially enjoyed the extra large margaritas.
- drinksEverything is so fancy from the food to the drinks
- Mexican foodLos Yaquis is absolutely fire! I honestly believe it might be some of the best Mexican food in San Francisco. It's the perfect go-to spot for a great breakfast and drinks during brunch, or even for a night out with karaoke!
- margaritasBoth dishes were incredibly fresh, perfectly cooked, and absolutely delicious. The drinks were authentic, and I especially enjoyed the extra large margaritas. Highly recommended!
- micheladaseverything we had was delicious: the micheladas
- flavorsIt was light in (rice) flavor and balanced out well with breakfast. Although, I can not remember for the life of me what the dish was called, I will always remember the flavors of a home brought to this country from a life I've never lived.
- AguachilesAguachiles: de entrada es muy recomendado!
- Mexican cuisineMy experience at this restaurant was absolutely delightful! I enjoyed affordable Mexican cuisine served in a clean and modern setting. The staff were really friendly, and I'm definitely planning on coming back again.
- chilaquileseverything we had was delicious: the chilaquiles
Frequently criticized
- foodthe food itself was not good
- molcajetethe meat was thin, tough, and lacked any real taste
- tacos doradosasked about the tacos dorados... say they no longer sell
- Cameron'sCameron's different ways it was to dry
- Mexican foodthis is NOT Mexican food
- MicheladaMichelada did not have the flavor of the previous Michelada
- aguachileDesabrido el aguachile
- carne asadathe carne asada, its dry and they don't season with at least salt
- cevicheEl ceviche muy cargado de cilantro
- chips and salsaAslo they don't give chips and salsa.
If youre craving authentic Mexican flavors and generous portions, this place is definitely worth a try, especially for its seafood and molcajete. Just be mindful that a few dishes might miss the mark on seasoning or temperature, but overall, its a solid culinary experience.
Service (6.5 out of 10)
mentioned by 64% of the guests
When it comes to service, many guests have had genuinely positive experiences. With 51 positive remarks out of 83 total, diners frequently praise the friendly staff, their attentive approach, and even mention amazing service from specific individuals. This contributes to a decent customer satisfaction rating of 61.4%, showing a good base of happy customers.
However, it's not always smooth sailing. The service score sits at an average 6.5, reflecting the 27 negative comments that highlight issues like poor service, frustratingly long waiting times, and occasionally an unpleasant attitude from staff. Some guests felt completely unacknowledged, indicating inconsistency in the overall experience.
Service
83
Reviews
61%
Satisfaction
27
negative
5
neutral
51
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Attentive service
- Accommodating requests
What people don't like
- Poor service
- Long waiting times
- Unpleasant attitude
Often praised
- serviceI picked this restaurant on a whim before leaving the city and it did not disappoint! My girlfriend ordered a bean and cheese burrito, which was not on their menu, but they accommodated her request and brought it out with beautiful presentation. The chicken mole I ordered was also beautifully presented and the most delicious mole I've had (don't tell my grandma lol).
- staffThe staffs are accommodating and friendly
- peoplethe people there are really nice
- waitersThe waiters very attentive
- attentionthe attention that they have to people
- ChavitaChavita that attended us marvelously
- ServiceService:5
- amabilidadla amabilidad
- amazing serviceprovide amazing service
- chef SalvadorThe chef Salvador, was outstanding and great host
Frequently criticized
- serviceThat attitude from that waitress simply makes us not want to return to that place again, and undoubtedly my family and friends will also know about this. That's bad because the image of a restaurant, as I said before, a nice one, is affected just by the lack of professionalism of a person who is the image of the place. I think when one goes out to eat, one expects to have a good experience, but to go out and be treated as if they were doing you a favor by serving you, that's horrible.
- attentionpésima atención por parte del mesero
- customer serviceOwners and employees do not know anything about customer service.
- serverWe ordered the molcajete, expecting a sizzling and flavorful dish, but the meat was thin, tough, and lacked taste. To make matters worse, our server accidentally dropped the dish. While it was replaced, the "replacement" was the same fallen ingredients, which was unsanitary and contributed to the poor meal quality.
- waiterpésima atención por parte del mesero tenía una mala disposición hacia mi ya que ni atender quería
- waiting timeover 15 minutes waiting for someone to take my order
- waitressthe waitress simply ignored us and gave us no response
- broken glass shardsthere was broken pieces of glass shards at the bottom of my glass
- hostthe host is very despotic nothing friendly
- kitchen closing timeKitchen closes more than 1 hour early sometimes
Overall, you can expect a generally friendly and attentive team, making for a pleasant visit. Just be aware that service can be inconsistent, so while you might get amazing attention, there's a chance of longer waits or less enthusiastic interactions.
Ambience (7.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 49% of the guests
The ambiance here truly shines, earning a solid 7.4 score! With 54 positive opinions out of 71, customers are clearly loving the vibe. Many rave about the lively atmosphere, especially the fun karaoke nights and live music, making it a vibrant dining experience.
Its often described as family-friendly, clean, and even Instagram-worthy, with beautiful design details and a pleasant atmosphere. However, its not always smooth sailing, as 16 negative opinions point out. The music, particularly during karaoke, can be too loud, making conversation difficult for some.
A few also mentioned an unexpected night time club vibe and parking issues, which can detract from the overall experience during busy times.
Ambience
71
Reviews
76%
Satisfaction
16
negative
1
neutral
54
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Lively karaoke nights
- Instagram-worthy ambiance
- Family-friendly atmosphere
What people don't like
- Music too loud
- Difficult conversation
- Parking issues
Often praised
- atmosphereAtmosphere was low key for lunch and lively for dinner
- placeWhat a great place to visit on a Friday! The service was excellent, and all the waiters were very attentive.
- ambiancethe quality of service, food and ambient is always great
- karaokeMy experience at the restaurant was great for a Friday night karaoke. The music was good, and the food was also good.
- musicvery happy with the music
- karaoke nightFriday and Saturday is karaoke night
- karaoke nightsMake your evenings unforgettable by joining their karaoke nights every Friday and Saturday - easily the most entertaining spectacle in town.
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:5
- Instagram-worthy ambiancenow an Instagram-worthy ambiance from every corner.
- Karaoke nightsdivertida noche de Kareoke
Frequently criticized
- musicmusic could be a bit loud
- atmosphereit looks like a house of madness
- parkingI do not recommend this place if you want to waste your time. Don't go, it's almost impossible to find parking.
- audioregulate the audio to something pleasant
- busy timesI don’t like to dine at busy times
- cockroachuna cucaracha en nuestra mesa
- conversationDon't go here if you want to have a conversation
- experienceI don't even want to give an opinion; one star is too much. I simply do not want to remember that I was there.
- karaokethe karaoke is very ugly the volume hurts the eardrums
- night time club vibeunexpected strong night time club vibe
If you're looking for a lively, fun night out with karaoke and a vibrant atmosphere, this place is definitely worth checking out. Just be prepared for potentially loud music and consider alternative transport, especially during peak hours, if you prefer a quieter meal or easy parking.
Value (4.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 19% of the guests
When it comes to value, it seems like a bit of a mixed bag, with a score of 4.6, placing it squarely in the average range. Many guests have praised the great value, highlighting the superb quality-to-price ratio and amazing prices, especially for affordable Mexican cuisine. With 8 positive remarks, terms like value, quality to price ratio, and amazing prices frequently pop up.
However, customer satisfaction sits at a rather poor 38.1%, and there are 12 negative comments suggesting that value can be a real sticking point. Some feel the food is overpriced, with concerns about high bills and extra charges for things like tortillas or even lollipops. Overpriced, bill, and prices are common negative terms, indicating that the cost can quickly add up unexpectedly.
Value
21
Reviews
38%
Satisfaction
12
negative
1
neutral
8
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Great value found
- Superb quality-price ratio
- Affordable Mexican cuisine
What people don't like
- Food is overpriced
- Unexpected extra charges
- Exaggeratedly high bills
Often praised
- priceprice which is affordable
- pricesI enjoyed the beautiful, vibrant chips and salsa, followed by the shrimp cerviche tostada and a mango margarita – absolutely delish to the max! The portions were perfect and reasonable, and the prices were reasonably priced. Their menu looks fire, so I'll definitely be making a trek out again.
- amazing pricesimpressed by the amazing prices
- quality to price ratiothe quality to price ratio is honestly superb
- ratesIncredible rates!
- valueGreat value
Frequently criticized
- billwe had to pay for the drink even though it had not been consumed
- pricesThe prices were exaggeratedly high
- tip30 percent of tip and they don't earn it
- full priceWe told the waitress, and she did nothing; she didn't even offer a discount or take anything off the bill. We paid full price for cold food.
- lollipopcharge $1 lollipop/person
- overpricedOverpriced.
- priceMy experience at this restaurant was far from satisfactory. I've had food that was 10 times better and cheaper elsewhere. The tip is not mandatory here in California, yet the waiters have no education on how to serve.
- to go boxcharge us $1.00 for each one.
- tortillascharged us .50 cents for each tortilla so $1.50 for 3 measly tortillas.
If youre looking for potentially affordable Mexican cuisine, you might find some good deals here. However, be prepared for the possibility of unexpected charges and a higher-than-anticipated bill, as many customers felt the overall experience didnt justify the cost.
How are the prices at Los Yaquis?
On average, you’ll spend around 40 per person – based on 60 guests. That puts this Mexican Restaurant in the $31–$40 category. For a Mexican spot in San Francisco, that’s comfortably mid-range, perhaps leaning a bit higher.
While the average hovers around 40$, our data shows a nice spread. Many diners find great value in the 21-30$ range, but there are also plenty of options for those looking for a more premium experience, with prices extending well beyond 50$.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 60 reviews.
Comparing the value for money of this restaurant with similar spots in San Francisco.
For a Mexican Restaurant in San Francisco, we think the pricing feels fair, especially if youre getting a quality experience. Its not the cheapest taco stand, but it offers good value for a mid-range dining experience.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Los Yaquis
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
10
Excellent Mexican Food and Ambiance
My experience at Los Yaquis has consistently been great. It's one of the best Mexican restaurants in town, and I've visited many times. The quality of service, food, and ambiance is always top-notch.
While I recommend everything, I particularly love their carne en su jugo, ceviche, chilaquiles, Michaelasas, and any of their tacos are awesome. They sometimes feature live music, adding to the enjoyable atmosphere. The location is conveniently in the middle of the city, making it easy to get to.
Great job, Los Yaquis! See you soon!
- quality of service10
- food10
- ambiance10
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Noise Level
- Loud
7
Good Food, Loud Music
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. The food was good, and the servers were great. However, the music was way too loud for the size of the place, which detracted from the overall atmosphere.
- food7
- servers9
- music3
Price per Person
- $31–$40
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Authentic Mexican Gem Found by Chance
We discovered this restaurant by chance, and nothing indicated that the food was excellent with fresh products and a very approachable and pleasant owner who is passionate about cooking. The Mexican cuisine is authentic and flavorful. It was a great discovery that luck put in our path.
- food10
- fresh products10
- owner10
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Noise Level
- Loud
9
Fun Nights, Great Food & Service!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The food was really good, and the mega margarita was truly mega. The people working there were super nice, providing excellent service.
The karaoke nights on Fridays and Saturdays were a lot of fun, with a constant presence of someone singing Cielito Lindo.
- food9
- mega margarita10
- people working there9
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
2
Overpriced and Underwhelming Experience
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing. The food was just okay, and I was surprised that most items were cold, except for the taquitos. It was a very underwhelming meal.
The pricing was also a major issue. They charged $1. 50 for three small extra tortillas and $1.
00 for each to-go box, which I found outrageous and have never encountered before in any restaurant I've visited. I will definitely not be returning.
- taquitos5
- food2
- food temperature2
- tortillas1
What Los Yaquis offers
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
- Groups
- College students
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Kids' menu
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Happy hour drinks
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Coffee
- Beer
- Small plates
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian options
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Catering
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Table service
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Parking
- Free street parking
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Casual
- Trendy
FAQs
What kind of atmosphere and dining experience can you expect at Los Yaquis in the Mission District?
At Los Yaquis, you will find a cozy, casual, and trendy atmosphere perfect for various dining occasions. You can enjoy table service for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, or simply stop by for dessert. The restaurant also features live music, enhancing your overall dining experience.
What diverse offerings and accessibility features does Los Yaquis provide for its guests?
Los Yaquis provides diverse offerings such as healthy options, vegetarian dishes, and small plates. You can enjoy a great beer selection, wine, cocktails, and hard liquor, alongside coffee and happy hour drinks. For convenience, the restaurant is fully wheelchair accessible, including its entrance, seating, and restroom.
How does Los Yaquis generally rate among customers?
Los Yaquis holds a good overall score of 7.2, with Customer Satisfaction at 71.1%. Food scores well at (7.6), and Ambience is also strong at (7.4). Service is average (6.5), while Value is a mixed bag at (4.6).
What kind of atmosphere can I expect at Los Yaquis?
You can expect a lively and often fancy atmosphere, with many enjoying the music and popular karaoke nights. However, some guests have found the music to be quite loud, potentially making conversation difficult.
Is Los Yaquis considered good value for money?
Opinions on value are mixed. While some customers appreciate the reasonable portions and prices, others have noted concerns about exaggerated prices and unexpected charges for items like tortillas or to-go boxes.