Taqueria El Farolito – Mexican
The air hums with the rhythmic chop of cleavers and the savory aroma of marinated al pastor spinning on the trompo, drawing hungry crowds into this vibrant, high-energy neighborhood landmark. Diners unwrap legendary "super" burritos packed with smoky carne asada and melted cheese, or savor the crunch of golden flautas and salt-dusted chips in a bustling atmosphere that celebrates the bold, soul-satisfying flavors of authentic street food.
2779, Mission Street http://elfarolitosf.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, renal, tlc, volumetrics
Diet fit at Taqueria El Farolito
Dairy-Free at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Vegetarian Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Quesadilla Suiza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Vegetarian Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tacos Al Pastor. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Asada Burrito, Chips and Tacos Al Pastor. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Taqueria El Farolito
Taqueria El Farolito in San Francisco has 2 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Vegetarian Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Taqueria El Farolito
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Al Pastor Super Burrito | 128.1 g | 33.4 g |
| Flautas | 13.6 g | 33 g |
| Supreme Chorizo Burrito | 58.6 g | 32.4 g |
| Vegetarian Burrito | 100.7 g | 26.3 g |
| Quesadilla Suiza | 7.8 g | 25.6 g |
| Carne Asada Burrito | 40.1 g | 25 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Tacos Al Pastor | 57 g | 8.7 g |
| Chips | 39.8 g | 4.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Menu
Burritos
Large burritos with choice of flour, wheat, or spinach tortillas.
- Pollo Asado Super Burrito - $8.25: Grilled chicken, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Super Burrito - $8.25: Marinated pork, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa, and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supreme Chorizo Burrito - $8.25: Mexican sausage, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, and avocado Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Burrito - $8.25: Beans, Mexican rice, avocado, and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito - $8.25: Grilled steak, rice, beans, and salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Tacos Al Pastor - $3.5: Marinated pork roasted on a vertical spit, corn tortillas, pineapple, onions, and cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Quesadilla Suiza - $9.5: Cheese and steak (Carne Asada) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialties
- Flautas - $10.5: Rolled crispy tortillas with meat filling Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $9.95: Tortilla chips topped with cheese, beans, and salsa Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chips - $1.5: Crispy corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Taqueria El Farolito
- Is Taqueria El Farolito dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Taqueria El Farolito has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chips.
- What can I eat at Taqueria El Farolito on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Taqueria El Farolito have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Taqueria El Farolito?
- Al Pastor Super Burrito, at roughly 33.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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