Traditional Mexican · $

El Metate

Name: El Metate
Address: 2406 Bryant St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA, San Francisco, United States
Price range: $

$15/person

Walk-in onlyBusiest weekday lunch 12-1:30pm; saturday afternoon 1-3pm

What to Order

12 dishes

Traditional Mexican · $

$15/person

Walk-in onlyBusiest weekday lunch 12-1:30pm; saturday afternoon 1-3pm

12 dishes

Based on 421 reviews

Famous fish tacos are a genuine standoutTamarind horchata is uniquely delicious20+ years of consistent quality

Closes at 9 PM — no late-night optionCan get crowded at lunch with no overflow spaceSome items can be inconsistent on busy days

Best for: Fish taco seekers in the Mission
Families wanting an affordable, all-day restaurant
Those who appreciate slow-built neighborhood institutions
Anyone craving tamarind horchata
Busiest: Weekday lunch 12-1:30pm; Saturday afternoon 1-3pm
Reservations: No reservations