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ZipPicks Awards
Best Happy Hour Tacos in the Marina District
Best Happy Hour Mexican in the Marina District
Best Cheap Eats Tacos in the Marina District
Best Cheap Eats Mexican in the Marina District
Best Late Night Tacos in the Marina District
Best Late Night Mexican in the Marina District
Best Family Friendly Mexican in the Marina District
Master Critic Review
Sacred Taco
8.2
Oaxacan-leaning taco and cocktail bar on Union Street with daily HH windows and late weekend hours. Hand-pressed tortillas, punchy salsas, and taco specials (including Taco Tuesday deals) make it a social stop for rounds of margs and shareables.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria Taco, Lamb Birria Taco, Oaxacadelphia Taco (Tuesdays)
Scores:
Value: 7.3
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 8.4
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Hand-pressed tortillas with HH taco and margarita deals, often late.
Who should go: Friends chasing tacos and cocktails
When to visit: HH 4–6pm; Tuesdays for discounted tacos; late Fri–Sat
What to order: Quesabirria, lamb birria, elote with a house marg
Insider tip: Ask about rotating taco specials—they can sell out by night.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; expect limited availability on Union after 6pm—use nearby lots on Webster or Octavia for reliability.
Dress code: Smart casual; jeans and stylish tops fit fine, but most guests lean dressy after 7pm.
Noise level: Lively during Happy Hour and weekends—conversation-friendly early evenings, louder post-9pm.
Weekend wait: 45–60 minutes without a reservation; bar seating often faster for two.
Weekday lunch: No wait typically; easy walk-in before 5pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—vegetarian tacos and sides like elote and guacamole are solid options.
Vegan options: Limited—1–2 tacos can be made vegan upon request.
Gluten-free options: Yes—corn tortillas are gluten-free; ask staff about sauces and shared fryers.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes—fun, lively energy without being too loud early in the evening; strong drinks and shareable plates make it an easy social icebreaker.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually—arrive before 6pm or plan to grab bar seating; weekends fill quickly after 7pm.
Is it kid-friendly? Not ideal—geared toward adult groups and cocktail hour; best for 21+ evenings rather than family outings.
Best For
Better for: Cocktail-forward groups and friends’ nights out—more polished and scene-driven than nearby taquerias.
Skip if: You want a quiet meal or large family table—try Flores or Tacko for easier seating and calmer pace.
Hours
Monday11am - 11pm
Tuesday11am - 11pm
Wednesday11am - 11pm
Thursday11am - 11pm
Friday11am - 12am
Saturday11am - 12am
Sunday11am - 11pm