Best Mexican Restaurants in Marina
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Sacred Taco
Hand-pressed tortillas with HH taco and margarita deals, often late.
Notable Picks
#1
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)
What Makes it Special: Hand-pressed tortillas with HH taco and margarita deals, often late.
#2
Las Mestizas
8.1
Yucatán-leaning cafe serving panuchos, salbutes, and cochinita pibil alongside breakfast staples. It’s the neighborhood’s go-to for regional flavors and a mellow brunch-time pace.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cochinita Pibil Plate, Panuchos, Salbutes
What Makes it Special: Regional Yucatecan specialties uncommon elsewhere in the Marina.
Worthy Picks
#3
Tacko
7.9
Counter-service taco shop (opened 2011) with a breezy East-Coast-meets-Baja vibe and weekday Happy Hour pints. It’s the quick, affordable taco stop—order at the counter, snag a stool, and crush a Baja fish before the next round.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baja Fish Taco, Carne Asada Taco, Crispy Shrimp Taco
What Makes it Special: Fast, budget-friendly HH with classic Baja-style tacos on Fillmore.
7.9
Modern taqueria turning out rotisserie chicken and street-style tacos at friendly prices. Portions run big and salsas bring heat and brightness for a strong value play on Chestnut.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rotisserie Chicken Tacos, Carne Asada Street Tacos, Pastorcito Tacos
What Makes it Special: Rotisserie-driven tacos with punchy house salsas at low prices.
#5
Flores
7.7
An upscale Marina cantina that builds its identity around tableside guacamole and craft margaritas, executed with more care than the typical neighborhood Mexican spot. The Union Street patio draws brunch and happy hour crowds who want the full cantina energy—expect volume on weekend nights, but early or outdoor seating keeps conversation manageable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Guacamole, Carnitas, Ceviche
What Makes it Special: Upscale Mexican cantina on Union Street known for craft margaritas and made-to-order guacamole
7.7
An upscale taqueria that runs on craft margaritas and shareable California-Mexican plates, built for groups who want to spread out on the Chestnut Street patio. The format favors communal ordering—braised beef tacos, fried avocado, Baja cod—alongside strong pours. Expect weekend crowds and street parking hunts, but the outdoor seating rewards early arrivals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margaritas, Braised Beef Tacos, Baja Cod Tacos
What Makes it Special: Upscale taqueria known for craft margaritas and California-Mexican fare on a lively Chestnut Street patio
7.5
No-frills counter on Chestnut turning out classic Mission-style burritos, tacos, and combo plates. Portions run large and prices stay friendly, making it a practical neighborhood standby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Super Shrimp Burrito, Fish Tacos, California Burrito
What Makes it Special: Big-value burritos and seafood options at wallet-friendly prices.