Best Margarita in San Francisco

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Tia Margarita

Tia Margarita is a family owned Mexican restaurant in San Francisco that serves the best margarita in the city. Located in the Richmond District, the “Tia” has been a popular neighborhood haunt for over 50 years, keeping our regulars satisfied with generous portions of Mexican food made from quality ingredients and welcoming newcomers into our friendly, bustling atmosphere.

A true family business, 3 generations, the owner and seasoned staff welcome newbies and locals alike to try hearty dishes such as our popular Chili Con Queso, Gambas Al Ajillo, Carne Asada and Chili Rellenos. Please join us for dinner and a highly recommended house margarita made with fresh lime juice. Or nab a spot at the horseshoe bar and talk shop with the stranger next to you – the Tia is truly a home away from home. Call us to make a reservation.

mexican food San Francisco Photo by Alex Greenburg

mexican restaurant San Francisco Photo by Alex Greenburg

At Tia Margarita, we pride ourselves on using only the best ingredients and preparing authentic northern Mexican food. One of our house favorites is a dish affectionately named after our manager. A serious crowd pleaser, the “Jennie’s Special” includes black beans, little cheese, lettuce, bite size pieces of all white meat chicken and jalapeños.

For a real taste of signature Tia Margarita style, we recommend trying our Carne Asada, which has been a staple since the day we opened in 1963. This huge portion of top sirloin overflowing with juices and asada spices keeps happy guests coming back for more – much like our Chili con Queso, which has hooked some guests for 50 years! Another must-try are the Chili Rellenos, stuffed with Jack cheese and always authentically fluffy.

Of course, the best way for us to win you over is if you come in and try all these excellent dishes. We’re proud of what we prepare and believe in our recipes. Call us today to make a reservation or just stop on by!

Come to our Mexican restaurant for the best margarita in San Francisco!

At Tia Margarita, we love welcoming new and familiar faces to enjoy hearty Mexican food and delicious margaritas in a friendly atmosphere. Stop by today to enjoy the best margarita and Mexican dishes San Francisco has to offer!


Photo by Alex Greenburg	Photo by Alex Greenburg

best margarita San Francisco Photo by Alex Greenburg

The History of Tia Margarita

Fifty years ago, two couples - Alex & Virginia Hobbs and John & Myrtle Holbrook - took a chance on opening their own place. Alex and John, long time bartenders around town found a neighborhood bar with back rooms available and Tia Margarita was born. They were lucky to hire Alejandro Espinosa as chef and he developed a classic northern Mexican menu that along with a great bar scene made the Tia Margarita an instant success.

Virginia’s husband and partners died too young, but in 1978 she brought her daughter Helen into the business to continue the family atmosphere Tia Margarita was known for. One of the most notable achievements of the original four partners was creating a restaurant with no particular target demographic. Truly everyone felt welcome and fit in. Yuppies’ to bikers, families to singles, all are embraced by the warmth of the place.

Virginia continued running the Tia with great pride and joy, until her passing in 2006. Now Helen and her niece Jennifer proudly serve many delicious recipes from the original menu while adding some new dishes of their own, continuing their cherished family tradition.

mexican food San Francisco Photo by Alex Greenburg

mexican restaurant San Francisco Photo by Alex Greenburg

Celebrating its 50^th anniversary in 2013, Tia Margarita continues as a great neighborhood Mexican restaurant where customers become friends, and the original goals of providing good food and cocktails at a good value in a fun and welcoming atmosphere are carried on.

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Tia Margarita has been a family owned Mexican restaurant in San Francisco for over 50 years, featuring some of the best margaritas and northern Mexican food in the city. Please call ahead to make reservations.

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