Which Bay Area Mexican Restaurants Deserve Your Business?

Despite the rampant Americanization of Mexican cuisine, the Bay Area is home to countless Mexican restaurants touted for their culinary masterpieces and cultural accuracy. Yet, mega-chains like Taco Bell, Pollo Loco, and Chipotle overshadow the reputations of smaller, independent cantinas. In an attempt to elevate some of these lesser-known businesses, I visited three such establishments: Los Panchos, Tacos Walnut Creek, and Taqueria Extra.