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El Norteño - Reviews

801 Bryant St, 94107 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
209

Reviews

74.6%

Satisfaction

44

negative

9

neutral

156

positive

What people say about El Norteño

Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Armando
Review date: 05/29/2025
10
Excellent Food Quality!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I tried everything on the menu, and the food quality was excellent across the board. The service was also top-notch, receiving a perfect 5/5. The atmosphere was equally impressive, rated at 5/5, and described as quiet and easy to talk in. Parking was a breeze with a free lot and plenty of spaces. For vegetarians, there's a dedicated menu or section, and it's highly recommended. The wait time was non-existent, and the price per person is reasonable at $10–20. The restaurant is also wheelchair accessible.
  • food quality10
  • service10
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Cedric F.
Review date: 05/15/2025
9
Great Tacos in an Industrial Area
My experience at this restaurant was excellent, especially considering its location in a more industrial area of San Francisco with fewer dining options. The portions were generous, and the pickled jalapeños were a standout, likely made in-house. I'd also highly recommend the al pastor tacos. The owner was very nice as well.
  • portions9
  • pickled jalapeños10
  • al pastor tacos10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Matt R.
Review date: 06/26/2024
6
Good Service, Okay Tacos, High Price
I tried four tacos: two al pastor and two carne asada. The al pastor tacos were better than the carne asada. The service was impeccable. However, I found the price of $21 for four street tacos to be quite high. Hmmmmm.
  • al pastor tacos7
  • carne asada tacos5
  • service10
  • price3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Sarah N.
Review date: 05/15/2024
9
Fantastic Food and Sweet Service!
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely fantastic! The staff were so sweet, and the food was incredible. I ordered the carne asada burrito, and my husband enjoyed the cheese quesadilla. The carne asada burrito was one of the best I've ever had, and the portion size was generous enough for lunch the next day. I will definitely return!
  • staff10
  • food10
  • carne asada burrito10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Tyler C.
Review date: 02/15/2024
9
Amazing Mexican Food Truck!
I had some of the best food truck Mexican food I've experienced in San Francisco! The employees were consistently super nice and welcoming, and their super burrito was incredibly tasty.
  • Mexican food9
  • employees10
  • super burrito9
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Violet M. D.
Review date: 01/29/2024
9
Tacos Rival Hometown Favorites!
As someone from LA, the taco truck capital of the world, it's very hard to impress me. However, these tacos rival my hometown favorites. I had pollo, camaron, and carnitas. Finally! A whole plate of decent tacos! The carnitas is particularly good here.
  • tacos9
  • carnitas10
  • decent tacos8
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Andy
Review date: 10/10/2023
8
Flavorful Burritos, Great Service, Basic Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag, but ultimately positive due to the food and service. The atmosphere was not great, which is understandable given its location on a corner lot across from the Hall of Justice in a less-than-ideal part of San Francisco. However, the food more than made up for it. I arrived about 10 minutes after noon, which was the perfect time before the crowd. I ordered the small carne asada and super el pastor burritos, along with an ice-cold Topo Chico. The burritos were loaded to the max with meat, rice, beans, sour cream, salsa, and more. They were incredibly flavorful and fresh. Just 10 minutes later, a quiet line had formed, highlighting the benefit of arriving early. The limited seating, with only three chairs and one table, is another reason to get there before the crowd. "Buen provecho! "
  • food10
  • service9
  • burritos10
  • atmosphere3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Pete
Review date: 07/14/2023
6
Good Burrito, A Bit Pricey
My experience at this restaurant involved a good burrito, though it was nothing fancy. The service was quick. However, it was a little pricey, costing $40 for two burritos and two Cokes.
  • burrito7
  • service8
  • price3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Christopher R.
Review date: 05/08/2023
9
Excellent Goat Tacos and More!
I'm so glad to have found this taco spot that offers goat. It was well cooked and well seasoned. I will definitely be back on a regular basis. I'm excited to try the machaca for breakfast.
  • goat9
  • machaca for breakfast8
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Claude P.
Review date: 05/03/2023
9
Delicious and Digestible Food
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! They prepare their food with minimal lard fat, which results in dishes that are both delicious and digestible. I highly recommend this place.
  • food9
  • lard fat8

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