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Papalote Food Truck (Financial District)
Master Critic Review
Papalote Food Truck (Financial District)
8.0
Weekday lunch truck posting near Howard & 1st with tacos, burritos, and their well-known roasted salsa. A quick, affordable option for Salesforce Park and Transbay workers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asada taco, Pollo taco, Al pastor taco
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Mobile setup serving solid tacos with signature roasted salsa.
Who should go: Nearby office crowd on tight lunch breaks
When to visit: Mon–Fri 11–2 when the truck is active
What to order: Asada, pollo, al pastor tacos
Insider tip: Check delivery apps for live availability if you don’t see the truck.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking around Howard & 1st is extremely limited during weekday lunch; best to walk from nearby offices or use a garage on Mission/Howard.
Dress code: Casual—office attire, jeans, and sneakers all fine given it’s a food truck setup.
Noise level: Low to moderate—mostly street bustle and office crowd chatter, but easy to hold a conversation outside.
Weekend wait: Not applicable—the truck runs weekday lunch only.
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes depending on peak Salesforce/Transbay lunch rush.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—vegetarian burritos and tacos are available.
Vegan options: Limited—1–2 vegan-friendly taco/burrito builds, depending on the day’s prep.
Gluten-free options: Partially—corn tortillas available, but burritos are flour-based with no dedicated GF prep space.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal—it’s more of a quick grab-and-go office lunch spot than a date setting.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations; seating is whatever you find nearby—many people take food back to offices or Salesforce Park benches.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who can handle quick outdoor eating; no high chairs or amenities for small children.
Best For
Better for: Faster turnaround and lower prices than brick-and-mortar taquerias nearby, with their signature roasted salsa as a differentiator.
Skip if: You want sit-down dining, alcohol, or a broader menu—better to head to a full-service taqueria.