Nick’s Crispy Tacos

(Russian Hill)
1500 Broadway Ave.  
415-409-8226 Map it

E + D Award Winner
$
Mexican
business lunch, cheap eats, good for groups, lunch, open 7 days, outdoor dining, take-out

2008 EAT + DRINK AWARD: Best Meal Under $15

SCENE: There’s a reason for the Vegas-style red-velvet booths—the kitschily glam space morphs into Rouge nightclub after 9:30 p.m. Those lucky enough to work in the neighborhood gather here for a midday break; later, hipsters stop by for dinner.

EATS: Thick, salty chips served with salsa and guacamole are the way to start. Then move on to the pescado tacos, Baja-style fried fish with lime mayonnaise in a corn tortilla. If you’ve got an extra-hearty appetite, add a carnitas quesadilla—shredded pork, pico de gallo and Jack cheese—to your order. Nick is no longer in the kitchen, but, we’re happy to report the party goes on.