Nopalito
The Verdict
"Order the carnitas tacos with house-made tortillas, plus the pozole rojo. The Mexican spinoff from the Nopa team since 2009."
What you need to know
Nopalito is the Mexican spinoff from the Nopa team, opened in 2009 with the same commitment to organic ingredients, sustainable proteins, and house-made everything. Two locations in San Francisco: 9th Avenue in the Inner Sunset and Broderick Street in NoPa. The kitchen makes its own tortillas, salsas, and traditional Mexican sauces from scratch every day.
The Food
Carnitas: Slow-braised pork shoulder, served with house-made tortillas.
Pozole Rojo: Hominy stew with chile-rubbed pork, hand-shredded.
Tacos al Pastor: Marinated pork with grilled pineapple.
Mole Poblano: Slow-cooked sauce over chicken, generations-old recipe.
Cocktails lean on tequila and mezcal with house-made syrups and fresh juices.
Practical Info
Price: Entrees $20 to $32
Reservations: Recommended
9th Avenue Address: 1224 9th Avenue
Broderick Address: 306 Broderick Street
Hours: Daily lunch and dinner
📍 Location: This restaurant is in The Sunset. Explore the neighborhood →