Tia Margarita

"The only appropriate course of action after falling victim to a CEO gift card scam? Going to Tia Margarita and loading up on carnitas, endless free chips, and ridiculously strong margaritas capable of erasing any embarrassing memories. This longstanding Mexican restaurant in the Richmond doles out the comfort staples—and tequila—that you need to dig yourself out of any pity spiral. Recouping the money (and your dignity) is a tomorrow problem." - julia chen 1, patrick wong

"Free chips, salt rims, and ungodly amounts of tequila—this is why you’re at this Mexican restaurant in the Richmond. Tia Margarita opened in 1963, and continues to serve Mexican comfort staples on platters that are roughly the size of a life preserver. And while your affection for the spreads of carnitas and cheesy beans is directly correlated to the number of margaritas you’ve downed, a night here is always a good time thanks to the big booths, easy-to-split portions, and limitless tortilla refills." - julia chen 1, patrick wong, lani conway

"Free chips, salt rims, and ungodly amounts of tequila—this is why you’re at this Mexican restaurant in the Richmond. Tia Margarita has been around since 1963, and continues to serve Mexican comfort staples on platters that are roughly the size of a life preserver. And while your affection for the spreads of tortillas, carnitas, and cheesy beans is directly correlated to the number of margaritas you’ve downed, you’ll still have fun. Whether you’re cramming a birthday group into a curved booth or swapping “back in the day” stories with a regular at the weathered wooden bar, a night here is always a good time. Food Rundown photo credit: Julia Chen Carnitas Plate A meal at Tia Margarita is all about a platter like this. It’s got a heap of shredded pork, beans with a melted cheese sweater, and rice, plus pickled red onions to cut through the decadence. Chile Rellenos Battered, fried, and absolutely gushing with cheese. As they should be. Enchiladas Verde Fine, but nothing you’ll fall asleep thinking about. Margarita It’s a decent margarita, as classic as it gets. We shouldn’t have to tell you, but you’re ordering at least one." - Julia Chen

"Tia Margarita Mexican Dinners has been serving cartoonish margaritas in classic glasses (including the kind with stems made too look like cacti) since 1963. Large portions — for food and drinks — are a signature aspect of this Outer Richmond old-timer, which is open for outdoor dining and takeout, check the menu out here and call in your to-go order at 415-752-9274." - Eater Staff