Merkado - San Francisc

It's different. Very loud and very slow service. Don't be expecting your typical tex-mex because that's not this at all.

Surprisingly really good food! Lots of corporate events here, so food being genuinely good was very surprising. Especially compared to other taco places that are more expensive.

Food was good. But the service is ok. They served us the main course without bringing the appetizers we ordered. We had to remind them. Also, they didn't even clear our plates before serving us the dessert. Felt like none of them were interested to work ?

The food is excellent. Best chili rellano I've had; not traditional Tex mex. Cheesy, spicy, very good sauce and the roasted veggies were delicious. Tasted as thought the rellano and veggies were fire roasted adding a wonderful smoky taste. The bowl of chips was enormous and mild and spicy salsas were tasty. Also enjoyed the Argentine Chardonnay. Fast service and really interesting interior. Would definitely return for the wonderful food.

Merkado is a casual upscale Mexican food eatery located blocks away from Oracle Park in San Francisco. They have small plates and minimal main dishes. (Minimal meaning they don't come with beans or rice. I ordered 2 chicken enchiladas. My plate contained only the enchiladas. When you visit, look up at the lighting fixture on the ceiling. The steel lantern was made in Guadalajara and shipped to SF. When it arrived, it was too big to fit in the front doors, so they brought it in through the window space. Personable staff, clean restrooms, and reasonably priced. I highly recommend this restaurant. Get the guac to have with your chips, and wash it down with a margarita.