Welcome to Rincon Latino Restaurant
At Rincon Latino Restaurant, located in the heart of San Francisco's Excelsior district, the flavors of Salvadoran and Mexican cuisine come alive in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With a focus on authenticity, the restaurant delights diners with dishes such as creamy pupusas, savory Gallo Pinto, and mouthwatering shrimp cocktails. The vibrant hand-painted murals and friendly service create a homely vibe for families and friends alike. Customers rave about the homemade salsa and comforting breakfasts, making it a quintessential spot for both casual dining and special occasions. At Rincon Latino, every meal feels like a celebration of culture and culinary passion.
- 5080 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94112 Hotline: (415) 586-8787
Welcome to Rincon Latino Restaurant, a vibrant gem nestled on Mission Street in the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco. This eatery specializes in the rich flavors of Salvadoran and Mexican cuisine, serving up a delightful range of dishes that reflect the heart and soul of Central America. Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast to kickstart your day or looking for the perfect place to unwind with friends, Rincon Latino has something for everyone.
- Address: 5080 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94112
- Phone Number: (415) 586-8787
The restaurant's menu is a culinary journey, featuring beloved classics such as Huevos con Chorizo and a delightful variety of pupusas. Guests are raving about their experience with dishes like:
- Huevos Rancheros - A hearty plate served with beans and fresh cheese, perfect for breakfast lovers.
- Pupusas de Maíz - These corn flour treats are served warm and boast various fillings, offering a taste sensation that perfectly captures the spirit of Salvadoran cuisine.
- Camaron al Mojo de Ajo - A shrimp dish served in a delicious garlic sauce that showcases fresh ingredients and rich flavors.
Patrons have noted the warm ambiance and the renowned homemade chips and salsa, often highlighted as the best in the city. One father was delighted to savor a special Mother’s Day meal with his family, emphasizing the restaurant's family-friendly atmosphere and authentic culinary roots. For those who enjoy an immersive dining experience, the beautiful hand-painted murals depicting rural landscapes create a unique and welcoming environment.
Many visitors express excitement for the attentive service, where staff members go above and beyond to recommend dishes tailored to guests' preferences. The enthusiasm for the various offerings, including tempting appetizers, shines through with reviews praising the Coctel de Camarones and delectable chicken wings.
Rincon Latino Restaurant is not just a place to eat; it's a community hub where flavors meet culture, and every meal is a celebration. Whether you're indulging in a hearty Botana Regular or sharing a plate of delicious pupusas with loved ones, each visit promises to leave you satisfied and eager to return. Come experience the charm and flavors of Rincon Latino for yourself—your taste buds will thank you!

La comida muy rica my papa y su amigo siempre les gusta desayunar ahi atienden bien aaaaaa y my favorito es el cafe 10/10

Was craving pupusas and this was a quick walk from where we live. The food was amazing. We had a party of 3 and we ordered a Botana Regular and two pupusas to split and a Churrasco Salvadoreño for myself. The shrimp and steak were so flavorful! Some bits of steak were dry but overall still good. The cheese pupusa was chefs kiss. My favorite thing there. Service was great - our waitress was really attentive and the owner of the restaurant was also nice suggesting things for us to try. Ambiance was good- there were a few families. a lot of people got to go orders. Will be back

Came for Mother's Day with 2 kids and my husband. The servers were super welcoming and warm. It wasn't crowded at all. Everyone already there and walking in was Latino which was a good sign of good food to come! We were the exception being Asian-American. They have the BEST chips and salsa. Homemade chips and seriously the BEST HOMEMADE SALSA in San Francisco that I've had and I've been searching for such a long time. Although everything was a little worn out in terms of signage, furniture, and decoration, it had an authentic feel to it and beautiful hand-painted murals of rural landscapes that made the restaurant unique and entertaining. We ordered the Camarones al Mojo de Ajo and 3 pupusas- all we give 2 thumbs up. Overall, I would give it 4.5 stars but rounding up since my whole family including the kids left feeling positive. It was a very satisfactory Mother's Day meal (me being the celebrant). We'll definitely be coming back. Oh by the way, the very next day my daughter wanted to go back and order some more pupusas.

We have been coming here for years for pupusas which are always great but I wanted to try something diff so I chose Botana regular for my son and I. He got an elote thinking it was just Mex street corn. When it came as soup we laughed but when we tasted it omg. It was amazing!!! It's only I think 6.00 and the flavor was perfect warm creamy with cinnamon sticks. Just perfect. The Botana came and there was just one problem lol it was too good! We should have gotten the bigger size and been pigs. Lol. (Next time we'll bring one more person) the shrimp was grilled perfectly. The guac was thick and the steak was also perfect. The dish came out beautifully as well! Ty!!!

This place is so good! We had a ton of food. The oysters were very fresh. The shrimp in the super botana were so yummy. All of the pupusas are awesome as well. They sent us home with my new favorite chips and salsa both are home made!! Great service!

There are certainly a lot of Central American eateries in Excelsior and Crocker-Amazon. It's hard to know the standouts beyond the weekend Pollo a la Brasa at the original El Porteño (review: https://bit.ly/3Jn7Q0q). Mmm, that was good, so when I'm in the area strolling, I'll sometimes take a bottle-spinning approach in trying a spot for lunch. I was encouraged to see such a spacious restaurant in this dense area, and this one is conveniently located on Mission just north of Geneva.The menu was completely in Spanish, so I was spending an inordinate amount of time entering words into Google Translate. Then I saw the word "Lengua", and I said to myself, "I loves me some tongue". It was probably a good thing I didn't say it out loud since I wasn't looking for a date. I ordered the $17.99 Lengua en Salsa which the menu stated came with rice and salad (photo: https://bit.ly/3Jn7Q0q). But there was no mention of the helping of creamy refried beans and fluffy pupusas (photo: https://bit.ly/37yenZ2). Plus that was one generous size tongue sliced and ladled in salsa, very pliable, so it was genuinely satisfying. Gee, is it getting warm in here? Oh well, the menu was quite extensive, so there iwoukd be plenty else to order. But what the hell, gimme more tongue. FOOD - 4 stars...plenty of good food with their "Varied Food" specials AMBIANCE - 4 stars...pretty spacious for the area SERVICE - 3.5 stars...a little terse but certainly fast enough TOTAL - 4 stars...tongue and pupusas go together well RELATED - Exploring the Excelsior? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/37B1acE

The sign outside is almost invisible, the decor a bit humble...however, the staff is tops! We were made very welcome and I was able to see the nice chef. Her place is very home made and authentic Salvadoran\Mexican, with an emphasis on mariscos, seafood. The people were all kind and attentive, so much so that we will certainly return.

Chill place to watch a game, hang w/ friends or family. No loud music but everyone's around to watch the game. Pupusas are bigger than expected but also more cornmeal and less filling. The slaw, picked cabbage that's on top is my favorite...but, this tasted more like salad. Nothing pickled or fermented about it - which I didn't like. Service is friendly, but slow. Everybody's just chillen. But $3/pupusas good deal