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    Balompie Cafe No 3

    4.1 (506 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Salvadoran
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    BALOMPIE CAFE NO 3 ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Stacey I.

    Sometimes you just want something comforting, simple, and real, you know? Balompié Cafe No. 3 on Mission does exactly that. Food: 8/10 Service: 9/10 Ambiance: No rating, I ordered to go FOOD: 8/10 I ordered 6 "RF pupusas" (Pork, Beans, Cheese), and honestly, they hit the spot. They weren't the most stuffed or loaded I've had. I've definitely had more over-the-top pupusas elsewhere, but for what you pay, they feel totally fair. The dough is soft but has a nice chew, and the fillings are solid. You get that classic Salvadoran flavor with curtido (cabbage pickled salad) and their tomato sauce, which I always appreciate. Looking at their menu, they don't just sell Pupusas! They also sell tamales, yuca, combo plates, and more. SERVICE: 9/10 Super friendly staff. Since I was doing a to-go order, things were pretty smooth. Extra notes: - Prices are pretty reasonable, especially considering the quality is solid and the portions are good. - Location-wise, it's on Mission Street, so allow time for parking. Balompié Cafe No. 3 is a really solid go-to for Salvadoran comfort food on the run. The pupusas are reliable and tasty enough. Not a destination for "fancy Salvadoran," but absolutely a dependable spot when you want something hearty, cheap-ish, and homey.

    Receipt. So cheap!
    Alaine M.

    My girlfriend and I came here around 2:20 pm on a Friday. Not too packed. We got sat and the menu was pretty vast, but we came here specifically for the pupusas. We got bean and cheese, chicharron, pork beans and cheese, carne asada, and chorizo. All of them were so delicious it was insane. They are all cooked to perfection and the ratio was amazing. Such a great vibe to sit down and eat with some friends.

    Abel A.

    The best pupusas in the city. Nice cozy restaurant but we chose to do some takeout this go round since there wasn't any parking close by. Quite a wait even though it wasn't too busy, but overall great value for some grubbin' food.

    This wasn't on the menu anymore:( I usually get one pupusa and their Salvadoran tamales.
    Nancy T.

    Been coming here for a few years now. But it's been a good two years since I came back. I was craving their Salvadoran tamales. They menu has changed and this was not on it anymore. But they were able to make it happen. Pro: pupusa still hit! Con: tamales got smaller :(

    Jessie H.

    Still amazing food and service, I love how this place is always tasty & usually friendly! Plus they get my order correct. The food takes a min but its fresh and great quality! I love this establishment!

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    G S.

    Came here on a Friday ordered so many pupusas. The service was so nice and the passion fruit water we got was delicious.

    Pupusa
    Brian T.

    I had the pork and cheese, chorizo, and the pork and beans pupusas. Super good portions and it came with a tasty sauce. The filling felt like it had a good portion too. They were pretty crispy and didn't feel too oily. If you're not a cheese fan, maybe go for the non cheese option as they do pack it with cheese. Very solid 3 that filled me up. Pretty cheap too

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    Annie W.

    The two pupusas I ordered to go were piping hot and they give you a good sized baggie of a nice and tangy cabbage slaw and a container of salsa that complemented the pupusas perfectly. The price is very reasonable for the pupusas; each one being under $5. One was really filling, so the other one will be saved for another meal. Everything was delicious and well worth a stop. The only slight downside was that the woman who took my order wasn't very friendly. It was my first time there and I wasn't sure what to order; her impatience made me feel rushed.

    #15 TWO PUPUSAS CON ARROZ Y FRIJOLES
    John M.

    Really enjoyed my meal! Overall, I would give this place a 9.2/10! 1. Taste: 9.4 I ordered the pupusas with cheese and Loroco. Both of the pupusas were evenly cooked. The soft comforting doughy masses went well with the salsa and curtido. The salsa could have been a little bit more flavorful (I mostly only tasted tomatoes) but overall, i can't ask more from the pupusas themselves! I got mine with rice and beans. The rice was nothing too special, but did the job. The beans, on the other hand, were super flavorful and added a creamy texture to the chewiness of the pupusas. 1. Customer service: 10/10 The customer service was great! I was sat immediately and had a glass full of water before I even ordered. The preparation did take about 25 minutes, but I think it was well worth it considering how good they were. 1. Appearance: 9/10 The restaurant is a cute little place. It's somewhere that feels local and welcoming. It's a great place for a casual lunch or get together. 1. Value: 8.5 Everything was well priced. With just the two pupusas and side of rice and beans, I felt pretty full. I definitely think it's worth the money.

    Very authentic, reminds me of my Moms cooking. I go with my family every time we go to SF

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    Food is great is tastes, and the people are friendly. The pupusa's are not very big but filling.

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    I've been going to Estrellita's since they were in the stall at the La Cocina space in the…read moreTenderloin (forget what that was called). My first visit there I wasn't sold on their pupusas but when their brick and mortar location here opened up I went again to see how it was since I love pupusas and now they are in my regular rotation. The space is big and service is friendly with the free coffee (which I don't actually drink since I'm not a coffee guy). While it's not the fastest, the food is terrific so I am fine waiting for my delicious pupusas! I usually get the pork, bean and cheese pupusas which are really good but mixed it up last time and got the jalapeno and cheese ones but felt like there wasn't quite enough cheese in those so I'll prob just go back to the pork, bean and cheese ones since they seem more balanced. I also love both Balompie locations for pupusas if you need a reference on the types that I like.

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    Alright so I had a friend that wanted to try this place and I was like let's gooooo! This was my…read moresecond time coming here and wow... every single time they swing for the fences and knock it clean out of the park. The pupusas here are out of this world. I got the bean and cheese and the cheese and jalapeño and both were absolute flavor bombs. The outside had that perfect golden crisp while the inside was warm, soft, and packed with cheesy goodness. That homemade taste hits like comfort food poetry -- the kind that makes you pause mid-bite and just appreciate the moment. Each pupusa felt like a little edible hug straight from someone's family kitchen. This place is a true mom and pop gold mine tucked right into the Mission. The people here are so friendly and so hospitable it honestly felt like I walked into my grandparents' house for Sunday dinner. Warm smiles, welcoming energy, and food made with the kind of care you can taste in every bite. The restaurant itself is clean, organized, and full of that authentic neighborhood charm. Nothing flashy, just honest food that speaks for itself -- and trust me, it speaks loud. Now this is the Mission District so parking is basically a city sport. Park wherever you can and then walk, jog, or straight up power march to this place. Because once those pupusas hit the table, the smell alone will have you feeling like you struck culinary gold. The food here isn't just good... it's the kind of good that lingers in your memory long after the plate is empty. And when I'm back in the city, best believe I'll be following that pupusa trail right back here again.

    Honestly these hit the spot. I paid like $9.34 including tax for 2 pupusas. They were GENEROUS and…read moreso delicious. I got revueltas. I absolutely loved the flavor inside and they left me full for so long. The lady was really nice and she was very sweet. The curtido was also very tasty and the tomato sauce (salsa roja) was perfect. Overall I really enjoyed my dish! The restaurant inside is nice and clean.

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