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Looking for a quick eats with an ocean view that doesn’t break the bank in the San Francisco bay area? Taco Bell Cantina at Pacifica is the place to be!

Probably the best Taco Bell spot around. There is ample parking in front of the restaurant but there are signs that say only for 30 minutes. I am not sure if this is strictly enforced. I didn’t see any security. I parked close to an hour but didn’t see anyone issuing tickets or asking people to leave.

I can see it a very popular spot especially during summer. It is literally an ocean front restaurant. You can walk down the sandy beach or even get into the ocean if you brave the cold Pacifica water.

As Taco Bell Cantina, what sets it apart from a regular Taco Bell is the ambiance, menu options, and hours of operation. The Cantina also offers alcoholic beverages and custom menu options.

The size of the restaurant is not that big but when I was there, seating availability didn’t seem to be a problem. Since it was sunset hour when I arrived, I sat on the patio deck with a backdrop of the sun setting over the ocean.

It was a sight to see! It was really windy and cold at that time… around 55 degrees but felt like 40s.

I enjoyed my spot until the sun set. After which, I ordered more food and grabbed a seat inside where I can still enjoy the ocean view behind the floor to ceiling window.

I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting San Francisco bay area! If you want to walk off what you ate, there is a state park parking lot beside it or street parking on the street next to it. There is also a brewery, grocery store, and coffee shop that is walking distance.

Go check it out!