Salsa slingers

Achiote marinated tofu with dreamy refried black beans: This is why among all of the fantastic places in San Francisco's Mission District to eat, Papalote Mexican Grill has long been a favorite spot for a burrito. Although the restaurant includes meat and cheese on its menu, it was one of the first taquerias in memory providing vegan options before all the cool kids were doing it—lard-free beans, Soyrizo or vegan mole, anyone? Papalote has since expanded into the salsa-slinging business, with three variations: roasted tomato, serrano-tomatillo and habanero. Now, the habanero sauce is not for the weak of tongue: A little from the 15.75-ounce jar goes a long way. Make a delicious pit stop in the Mission for the full experience, or get the salsas locally at Ikeda's, Nugget Markets or Whole Foods Markets (addresses are at www.papalote-sf.com).