Best Cheap Eats Burritos Restaurants in Financial District
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
El Faro
Legacy taqueria with straightforward tacos and downtown-friendly hours.
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El Faro
7.9
Old-school downtown counter turning out classic Mission-style tacos and breakfast plates since the ’80s. Early hours, brisk service, and honest pricing make it a dependable pre-meeting stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak taco, Taco dorado, Shrimp taco
What Makes it Special: Legacy taqueria with straightforward tacos and downtown-friendly hours.
7.9
Alleyway spot off Market doing hearty breakfast burritos and classic proteins at fair downtown prices. Fast counter service and efficient assembly make it a dependable FiDi staple.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Carnitas Burrito, Carne Asada Burrito
What Makes it Special: Downtown standby with speedy service and well-stuffed breakfast burritos.
7.9
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Hidden Gems Heaven
Tiny counter-service taqueria just off Union Square turning out straightforward tacos at wallet-friendly prices. Locals lean on quick service and dependable fillings for a fast lunch or grab-and-go bite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria Tacos, Carne Asada Tacos, Al Pastor Tacos
What Makes it Special: Union Square’s tiny taco counter with fast, no-fuss classics.
7.8
Counter-service taqueria by Pine & Kearny known for speedy burritos, street-style tacos, and tortas at wallet-friendly prices. Straightforward menu, generous portions, and quick hand-off work well for family lunch downtown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Street-style tacos (al pastor), Cochinita pibil torta, Super burrito
What Makes it Special: Fast FiDi taqueria with low prices and big portions.
7.2
A fast-casual taqueria in the East Cut that draws a polarized crowd—regulars come back for the house-made habanero salsa and solid vegetarian lineup, but a significant portion of visitors leave disappointed. It fills the SoMa lunch-rush niche at budget prices, though the sharply split reviews suggest execution varies enough that your experience may depend on the day.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carnitas Burrito, Tacos al Pastor, Veggie Quesadilla
What Makes it Special: Fast-casual taqueria in the East Cut with strong vegetarian options and a fiery house-made habanero salsa that regulars swear by