No matter how old you are, churros are a delightful treat made from a wonderful marriage of fried dough and sweet cinammon sugar. What's even more magical is that these decadent deeserts can also be stuffed with sweet fillings, making it either the perfect nightcap to a great dinner, or just as a fun afternoon snack!
We've rounded up all the best places around San Francisco for you to enjoy these traditional Mexican confections, from a casual street cart, to more upscaled reimaginings. Either way, you can't go wrong with these bundles of sugary joy!
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We begin with a family owned and operated business that means it when it comes to everything churros. Jenny's is a mobile vendor dedicated to serving these delicious treats all around the Bay Area. Along with the classic version, they also excel in delivering a myriad of variations, as well as selling them in special packs.
The best way to spot them is if you happen to be spending a day at Fisherman's Wharf or Pier 39, as they make the perfect seaside stroll snack!
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2240 Taraval St / Website
Chalos in the Sunset is a neighborhood staple for their wide variety of deliciously fresh empanadas, as well as their incredible other pastries and of course, their churros! We definitely recommend dipping them in their top-quality dulce de leche sauce.
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888 Brannan St / Website
Bellota is all about traditional Spanish cuisine, and that extends right into their dessert. Make sure to save room for their churro-style doughnuts which are just divine when not only dipped in their salted chocolate sauce, but also paired with their classic carajillo digestif.
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50 Moraga Ave / Website
Colibri in the Presidio dishes up churros generously stuffed with cajeta caramel cream and topped amazing ice cream for that perfect balance of textures, temperatures, and flavors.
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2272 Market St / Website
Looking for a sweet treat in the Castro? Definitely make a point to pop into LGBTQ-owned Canela for their absolutely scrumptious Churros con Chocolate, which you can guarantee is just as rich as it sounds.
Their posh and cozy interior make it the perfect environment to relax and have these sugary treats to share (or not!).
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901 Cole St / Website
This Cole Valley hotspot offers an irresistably unique take on their churros by serving 10 great pieces with a coffee and mascarpone crema for a superb jolt of flavor that's equal parts luscious and zingy without feeling heavy.
No matter where you are in the city, these can't-miss stops have perfected the all the right ratios of cinnamon sugar and fried crunch, even going above and beyond to add extra ice cream and dipping sauces to ensure delectable snacking.
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