About
Los Metates offers a vibrant yet casual atmosphere right in Downtown San Francisco, perfect for grabbing a bite with friends or enjoying a solo meal. Known for its delicious and affordable Mexican cuisine, the restaurant has become a local favorite thanks to its tasty tacos and exceptional prawn tacos. With options like quick service and a buffet, you can enjoy your meal at your own pace. Whether you're in the mood for a laid-back breakfast, a hearty lunch, or a delightful dinner, this spot has you covered with a menu that includes vegetarian options and small plates. They serve alcohol and a variety of beers, making it a great stop for a relaxed dining experience. The wonderful people, including a super nice owner and the highly praised cook, add to the charm of this place.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisines
Mexican
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in
Dietary options
Vegetarian options
Offering
Serving alcohol, Small plates, Serving beer
- $$$$ 10 - 20 $
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Mexican
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
- Serving alcohol
- Small plates
- Serving beer
- Payment by credit card
- Cash payment
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Casual
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- On-street parking
- Free parking
- Children's menu
- Kid-friendly
- High chairs available
- Pets allowed outside
- Buffet
- Quick service
- Toilet
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
It was my first time here, I ordered beef quesadilla and horchata. It's was delicious the meat was very flavoring and the horchata just rice not very sweet. My granddaughter had a burrito and my honey a vegetarian burrito, before we need our plates were empty. I recommend this place.
- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 4
Tasty food great service and wonderful people. I’ll be back. Had the tacos.
- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 4
The best prawn tacos! Owner is super nice…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Los Metates?Los Metates is located at 237 Lux Ave, 94080, San Francisco, Downtown, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Linden Ave & Miller Ave (95 m walk)
- Bus stop Grand Ave & Linden Ave (218 m walk)
- Bus stop Airport Blvd & E Grand Ave (286 m walk)
- Bus stop Linden Ave & Miller Ave (83 m walk)
- How is Los Metates rated by visitors?Los Metates has an average rating of 4.3 based on 291 review across platforms such as Google.
- What is the average price for a meal at Los Metates?The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 $ (it is cheap - $).
- Does the venue offer vegetarian or vegan options?Yes, vegetarian or vegan dishes are available on the menu.
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