Carnitas' Snack Shack - Embarcadero

A fav place for tasty American food. Everyone at our table was glad to be there. Looking forward to going back again.

Super organized. People there to tell you where to go, which line to get in. There was plenty of seating along the Embarcadero. Was able to get two yummy tacos; 1 fish, 1 carnitas and 2 amazing cocktails!! A wonderful spicy margarita and a mai tai to die for. I felt very safe (during the pandemic) and they text you when your food is ready.

Had a really delicious late luncheon here yesterday, and very reasonably priced to boot. I had the Monster BLT sandwich and my friend had the Smokey Pig BBQ sandwich. Both were really tasty. The BLT was enormous. Massive amount of bacon, of the thick variety and chewy rather than crispy. But still well cooked. There was also a bit of chili heat in the mayo (aioli). The brioche toast had a hint of sweetness which put the sandwich over the edge to wonderland. Yum.

We also shared an order of garlic fries. Very well seasoned and full of umami goodness from the Parmesan cheese. Plenty in one order for two to share. I had self-serve ice water and my friend had coffee which was OK.

Beyond the food, the place was clean and the setting was gorgeous with front row views of the waterfront and Embarcadero. Be aware it's a noisy spot along North Harbor Drive and the muzak was loud. There's no indoor seating but most of the outdoor seating is covered. Will definitely return when we're in the area.