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Tacos El Tucan SFB

3600 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94114 · Mexican restaurant, Burrito restaurant, Taco restaurant · Duboce Triangle

Lively Castro taqueria for handmade tortillas, birria-focused specials, and quick counter service; great tacos, some inconsistency and occasional service hiccups.

Why this grade

Tacos El Tucan delivers solid neighborhood dining with strong food quality anchored by handmade tortillas and birria specialties, complemented by friendly, attentive service and a vibrant Castro location with appealing outdoor seating. However, inconsistent execution—cold items, oily tacos, occasional order mix-ups—prevents higher grades, and the casual counter-service format lacks the refinement or distinctive character needed for grade A territory. For casual Mexican comfort food in a lively neighborhood setting, it's a reliable choice.

One caveat: Quality swings: a few reports of cold tacos or bland salsas, especially at peak times

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Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday11:00–21:00 Wednesday11:00–21:00 Thursday11:00–21:00 Friday11:00–02:00 Saturday11:00–02:00 Sunday11:00–21:00
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