Gallardos Mexican Restaurant

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    Closed7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    3248 18th St

    San Francisco, CA 94110

    Folsom St & Shotwell St

    Mission

    Mon

    • 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Tue

    • 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Wed

    • 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Thu

    • 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Closed now

    Fri

    • 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Sat

    • 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Sun

    • 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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    Our family run restaurant serves authentic Mexican cuisine that everyone is sure to enjoy.

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      Ramon F.
      Los Angeles, CA
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      Aug 2, 2024

      Food was delicious. I ordered Pozole and it came with all the fixings. It was delicious.
      My daughter ordered came asada torta and she loved it. The is my go to spot when visiting San Francisco.
      The down side is limited street parking, but with the little hassle. Quick service, nice ambiance.

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      Michael W.
      San Francisco, CA
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      Aug 9, 2024
      Updated review

      Don't know why.... But I gave this place another try and again was disappointed.

      Waitress was very nice! Guacamole was not that great very little seasoning and has a tinge of brown to it. After we ordered our food, I could hear the microwave being ran so I can only imagine that it's all just reheated. My Chile Reino was oily and had other vegetables stuffed inside of it which I have never had at anywhere else. My enchilada had a heaping mound of sour cream on the top it which just ruined it for me. The overwhelming smell of the cleaners they use in this place ruined it for me. We paid 63.00 for a meal that was very subpar. Could have had a better dinner at a taco truck.

      I know this place has been around a long time but I do not understand what the draw to it is.

      Service was 5 stars.

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      Jack R.
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      May 31, 2024

      Major props for being so authentic.

      We were the only non speaking Spanish people there.

      Very fresh ingredients and food.

      Flavor isn't our style though. Our beef enchiladas were a bit dry. The quessabirria was a mixture of lamb and beef. So if you don't like gamey foods, you won't like this. I like gamey meats, but this wasn't seasoned enough, and the broth is very salty.

      I felt the birria needed more flavor. And for almost $9 for ONE side entree birria, it's not worth it.

      The cripsy taco was okay, nothing to write home about.

      My friends combo #3 beef enchiladas were a bit burned. Like they had been sitting under the oven too long. My enchilada plate wasn't burnt, but the asada was also dry, the cheese was burnt, and the beans weren't even worth eating. The rice was good though.

      3 stars for solid average.

      This is a cash only place.

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      Fiona Y.
      Berkeley, CA
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      Aug 24, 2024

      They have the nicest staff and most delicious food with fresh ingredients and generous portions. The outdoor seating is especially gorgeous in style and covered in greens on weekends for brunch.
      They are cash-only but have an ATM machine on site that makes forgetful customers' experiences a lot easier! 5+ stars

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      Nicole W.
      San Francisco, CA
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      Jul 27, 2024
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      I've come here many times sense and each time I leave so happy and satisfied. I finally tried something different, the chilaquiles were delicious. I can't give this place enough stars for how tasty the food is and how kind the staff is.

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      Alexander C.
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      Was recommended to come here for the chilaquiles and they did not disappoint! Really delicious and full of flavour. A building spice that isn't overpowering. The nopales super burrito with chorizo was also fantastic. Make sure to ask for some salsa on the side. This may be one of my new fave Mexican spots in The Mission!

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      Jenny X.
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      Apr 13, 2024

      A decent and cheap Mexican place - the food is really simple but also I wasn't that pleased with my dish.

      Good:
      - The prices are great - about $11 for an entree and it feels like you get a really good deal
      - Portion sizes are huge

      Bad:
      - There were flies around and it felt a little more messy
      - Hard to get the attention of servers and the service was slow
      - The enchiladas were a little bland

      Overall wouldn't come back but this place felt authentic and that it was a local business.

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      Jessica T.
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      Aug 22, 2024

      I used to love this place. Decided to come back today, food had no flavor. Chips were stale, tortillas were not freshly made. Everything tasted reheated. Service was also bad. No one came to check on us and place was empty. Will not be coming back.

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      Kelly T.
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      The most delicious salsa verde on top of my huevos divorsiados! I love the table salsa and the waitress that's always there is super super nice. Next time I have to try their enchiladas! Will be coming back. Great little spot

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      Trey F.
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      Jan 10, 2024

      Very friendly and family oriented Mexican restaurant. The owner is super personable and came over to chat with us at the table.

      I love that their Michelada's are served with the caguamas the pozole was also amazing and served hot with all of the fixings. Inside is beautiful and well lit.

      Not sure about parking, as my friends and I walked here. Overall, would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

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