Taqueria El Farolito – Mexican
Stepping into this vibrant taqueria, guests are greeted by the rhythmic chop of knives and the savory aroma of marinated al pastor crisping on the vertical spit. The kitchen turns out legendary "super" burritos bursting with tender carne asada and melted cheese, alongside golden flautas and zesty enchiladas verdes that capture the bold, soulful spirit of traditional Mexican street food. It is a high-energy destination where every overstuffed tortilla and plate of loaded nachos serves as a flavorful tribute to authentic, heart-of-the-neighborhood dining.
2950, 24th Street https://elfarolitosf.com/0Cuisine: 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 Vegetarian Burrito and Chips. 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 Vegetarian Burrito and Chips. 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 Chips, Carne Asada Burrito 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 Vegetarian Burrito and Chips. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Super Burrito with Chicken | 58.8 g | 62.5 g |
| Enchiladas Verdes | 21 g | 42.2 g |
| 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 |
| Chiles en Nogada | 22.7 g | 18.2 g |
| Tacos Al Pastor | 57 g | 8.7 g |
| Chips | 39.8 g | 4.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 2:30 AM
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 3:30 AM
Menu
Burritos
Large burritos with choice of flour, wheat, or spinach tortillas.
- Super Burrito with Chicken - $8.25: Chicken, rice, beans, salsa, avocado, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Super Burrito - $9.5: Marinated pork, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supreme Chorizo Burrito - $8.25: Mexican sausage, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, avocado Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito - $7.5: Grilled steak, rice, beans, salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Burrito - $7.25: Mexican rice, beans, avocado, cheese, salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Quesadilla Suiza - $8.5: Cheese and steak (Carne Asada) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Tacos Al Pastor - $3.5: Marinated pork, pineapple, onions, cilantro, corn tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Mexican Specialties
- Flautas - $9.25: Rolled crispy tortillas with meat filling Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $8.95: Tortilla chips, cheese, beans, salsa, jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas Verdes - $10.5: Chicken, cheese, or beans in tangy green tomatillo sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chiles en Nogada - $14.95: Poblano chiles, meat and fruit stuffing, walnut sauce, pomegranate seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chips - $2: 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?
- Super Burrito with Chicken, at roughly 62.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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