Historic Mission mexicatessen for fresh masa, tortillas, and hearty burritos; excellent staples but service consistency and order flow can frustrate.
La Palma delivers solid neighborhood quality anchored by exceptional fresh masa and tortillas that justify its Mission District reputation. However, inconsistent meat quality and execution across visits alongside variable service attentiveness prevent higher standing. Strong value and destination appeal for fresh tortillas make it worth seeking, but expect occasional rough edges during peak hours.
One caveat: Reports of rude cashier interactions and poor refund handling (minority but notable)