Mosto

★★★★Mission, San FranciscoMexican
|by Cook Foodie

Quick Take

Rating
4/5
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Price
$$
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Ideal For
Late-night tacos and mezcal with friends
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Must Order
Tacos Al Pastor
Reservations
Walk-ins welcome; busiest after 10pm on weekends
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Best For
dinner, late-night

"Their tacos al pastor are amazing because they have a proper trompo—a vertical spit that's essential for authentic al pastor."

— Take of Cook Foodie

📝 The Full Story

Their tacos al pastor are amazing because they have a proper trompo—a vertical spit that's essential for authentic al pastor. They also have a great mezcal selection that pairs perfectly with the vibrant flavors. Unfortunately, lately they are also building burgers, and despite the fact that they are trendy, I think that they are losing part of the essence that made me recommend them at the first time. The tacos al pastor remain the star here, carved fresh from the trompo with that perfect char and served with roasted pineapple. This is where locals go for late-night tacos and expertly crafted agave cocktails, but stick to what made them great in the first place.

🍴 What to Order

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Tacos Al Pastor

Carved fresh from the trompo with caramelized pineapple and perfect char

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Mezcal Selection

Curated agave spirits from small Oaxacan producers

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Traditional Trompo Tacos

Classic street-style tacos with fresh tortillas and vibrant salsas

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Common Questions

What makes Mosto's al pastor special?
Mosto has a proper trompo—a vertical spit essential for authentic al pastor. The meat is carved to order with that perfect char, topped with roasted pineapple. Most SF taquerias can't match this.
Is Mosto good for vegetarians?
While known for their al pastor, Mosto also offers vegetarian options. However, the star of the show is definitely the trompo-cooked meats.

📍 Visit Info

Address
741A Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Cuisine
Mexican
Style
casual

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