Chiltepe

One of our favorite places to eat! Everything is made with love here, especially their menudo and…read morecabeza tacos, the best in Long Beach. Definitely recommend!!

Mojarra Frita is a HIT! I subbed extra salad for tortillas :) very flavorful, tender and cooked…read moreto perfection!

Menudo, Cabeza Tacos, and Birria Consommé

Speacial Tacos and Soda All Days - Todo los días $5 meal With Drink included . Come visit Us We are open seven days a weeks 9am-9pm

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El Paisa Restaurant

3.7(358 reviews)

4.9 mi

This place has tasty and authentic food. The empanadas were fire and service was great. They have…read moregreat music, ambiance and authentic treats of all kinds.

Service, great food, big group accommodations with a great vibe…read more Parking can be a bit tricky but a good walk is required after the meal portions provided. Try their fresh juices and Colombian pop soda.

Seating

Buñuelos and arepa de choclo

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PONYMALTA

La Esperanza Restaurant

4.3(336 reviews)

4.9 mi

I've literally had everything on the menu here and I can't get enough!!!! The Pepian is my favorite…read moreand the Yuca Fries with Parmesan and parsley is sooooo good! The fresh squeezed orange juice is always something I get to have for breakfast the next morning along with pan. I love coming here because the service is always good and the people working here really seem to care about my experience; it has a family owned vibe (though I don't know if it is or not, but they treat you as if it is). GREAT food, exceptional service, decent prices. Definitely my favorite neighborhood spot!

The service was horrible! I placed an order directly from their website. I got an email…read moreconfirmation and my card was charged. When my husband went to pick up the food, they said that my order was never received. The lady was extremely rude to my husband and made him wait over 45 minutes before they started making our order. Don't get me wrong, the food at this place is wonderful. My husband and I have been getting food here for years. I'm just disappointed at the service for a returning customer.

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Tipico Salvadoreno

Pupuseria Brisas de Acajutla

4.8(40 reviews)

0.4 mi

Simple, no-frills Salvadoran spot serving excellent pupusas. I ordered the spinach and pumpkin…read morepupusas--both were flavorful, generously sized, and not greasy (a win). At $3.75 each, they're larger than most and super satisfying. Definitely better-than-average pupusas for Long Beach. Come support this small business. Cash only.

My favorite pupusa spot closed and was looking for a new one and this one did not disappoint. Good…read moresize and fresh.

Inside

Spinach and pumpkin pupusas

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La Chiva Colombian Restaurant

4.0(30 reviews)

2.8 mi

My second visit to this restaurant. The first visit was five stars…read more This time I ordered the Carne Asada plate. I was not disappointed. The beef was very tender and did not have much fat. I love the rice and beans. The empanadas were delicious as were the fried plantains Miguel, who waited on me. the first time was super busy this time, however, he was able to provide excellent service to all of the guests that were there! This is a very quiet and cute little restaurant. I'm going to try their Buena Park location next. But their Long Beach location is still five stars.!

My boyfriend recommended this place for a Sunday lunch. I'll just ask, when you buy a soup that…read morecontains only potatoes, plantains, lots of broth and a tiny cut up corn, "Where is the meat that I saw on the photos that I paid for?" Rice looked old and salad also. Maybe it was just a bad day! I'll try other locations!

Interior.

Arepa con queso y chorizo

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Outdoor patio

Pupuseria El Kiosco

3.9(242 reviews)

1.3 mi

I called in a phone order they told me 20 min so I gave them a extra 10min got there and my food…read morewas ready payed got home and they messed up my order i ordered 4 pupusas 2 bean & cheese & 2 mixed well they didn't add cheese to the beans ones and only put meat on the mixed ones no beans or cheese on them but I got charged they full amount. I did check my order to make sure they gave me everything which they did but didn't make them correct.

This was our first time here for our lunch break from work and it definitely won't be the last. The…read morefood was fresh and delicious, you can really taste the homemade quality in every bite. Our waitress was wonderful, super attentive, and made us feel welcome right away. Customer service was excellent from start to finish. They also have parking available in the back which makes it very convenient. The ambiance gave off a warm and inviting vibe, perfect for a quick lunch or just relaxing and enjoying a good meal. Overall, a great experience and a spot we will be coming back to often.

De chismosas

Tamal de Pollo

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Un Rinconcito Argentino

4.3(277 reviews)

3.9 mi

The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is awesome, and I loved the outdoor seating. Watching a FIFA…read morematch there was a lot of fun--you could really feel the energy from everyone around. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the experience. I ordered the Una Persona Parrilla, and the grill itself was cold. At that point, it might as well have been served on a regular plate because there was no point in the sizzling presentation. The meat was cold, stale, dry, and lacked flavor. The only reason I'm giving this place 3 stars is because I had such a great time with the atmosphere and the surrounding area. If I ever come back, it definitely won't be for the parrilla. I won't be ordering that dish again.

Calling all Carnivores, you don't want to skip this place. The chicken, the beef and ribs were…read moreseasoned and cooked to perfection. I also found out the sausage served was a Blood Sausage which I wasn't a fan because of its consistency. We ordered the Parrillada for one person but it fed two of us. It came with a side of fries and salad( see photo). We also ordered empanadas which were mouth watering. They tasted handmade and fresh. There is lots of tables to sit down and other restaurants nearby. The ambiance is family friendly. Free parking in lot is a plus.

Front

Carne & pollo empanadas

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Mandala Cantina

4.2(303 reviews)

6.5 mi

Speaks Spanish

Locally owned & operated

jenny was so sweet!! we had a great time!! The drinks were great and perfect! we ordered the…read morebreakfast tacos and with the salsa it was a great combination

gabi E was the best server! So amazing and a great experience. Would come back just for her.read more

Sin City refreshing

Mandala cantina

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Flan with a birthday candle

Aji Peruvian Cuisine

4.4(1k reviews)

6.1 mi

I really liked the look and feel of this restaurant. The wood accents, tall ceilings, and big…read morewindows give it a bright and spacious feel. Everything we tried was flavorful and delicious. Surprisingly, even the chips stood out and were some of the best I've had. It was also my first time having Peruvian ceviche, and I loved it. The service was quick and attentive throughout our meal. Parking can be a bit tricky since the spaces are pretty tight, but we were able to find a spot. Overall, we had a great experience and really enjoyed the food.

We had an amazing dinner at the Aji Peruvian Cuisine. We were there on a Wednesday night and it was…read morerather quiet. The staff was very hospitable and we were able to have a really wonderful conversation but the food was outstanding. We started with the empanadas. We tried a variety of them and they all were excellent. We shared 3 different orders, the ceviche was excellent but they kept bringing wonderful surprises. The Arrocito Norteno ( a seafood rice dish was excellent) and the Lomito Saltado (sauteed beet tenderloin with onions, tomatoes, cilantro steamed rice and hand cut fries) the beef was exceptionally tender and should not be missed. The staff was friendly but while the traffic was slow last night so they were focused on housework rather than our needs. But they were very friendly and helpful. Overall it's a gem of a restaurant. You won't be disappointed.

Welcome to Ají Peruvian Cuisine, Long Beach, CA

Aji Peruvian Cuisine - PERUCHA BURGER 100% Angus beef on grilled brioche bun, Munster cheese, fried egg, fried bananas, shoestring fries, onions, lettuce $18

PERUCHA BURGER 100% Angus beef on grilled brioche bun, Munster cheese, fried egg, fried bananas, shoestring fries, onions, lettuce $18

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Conchitas a la Parmesana - Peruvian scallops in the half shell, broiled with Parmesan cheese, butter and Pisco

Ancestros

4.6(196 reviews)

2.6 mi

The food was delicious and exceptional quality meat. We enjoy late dinner with friendly staff…read moreespecially Nathan who always checking on us and make sure we get everything we need. The decoration was beautiful and authentic Mexico culture and style. They welcome our suggest on certain we want improvement. Over all experience was amazing experience at Ancestros and we will back with a bigger party. ( Kay and Hank)

This place is so action!…read more Mixed Molcajete was so solid for two hungry people and WE STILL HAD LEFT OVERS! I should've took a photo but you can see for yourself from others' photos. Check um out!

Interior, tortilla holders

Very tasty chicken tamale with salsa verde, super moist and flavorful. They don't skimp on the meat.

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Taquitos de papa

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Philip C.

15 years ago

I tried this place out because of a family gathering that included two of my favorite uncles. I don't know why I went along with my uncles after having a bad feeling. The food here was terribly disappointing, but I guess I should have expected that. Just looking at the place I had a feeling in my stomach that said - turn around, just say you're not hungry. The restaurant serves a mixture of Mexican and Salvadoran dishes - I got the bistek encebollado and a pupusa. The steak was chewy, the onions weren't sauteed properly, and the pupusa was flavorless (as well as the cabbage that went with it). I would definitely turn people away. read more

Karen G.

7 years ago

I love this place! The food is REAL salvadorian food. The ladies are really sweet and somehow always remember me. I don't go as often as id like to but they always take their time to welcome me. Feels almost like im part of their family. read more

Francisco M.

15 years ago

Worst food ever. Restaurant is dirty and smells bad. Service was ok, prices would have been ok had the food been edible.

Eren H.

14 years ago

Hidden gem in l.b. You must try this place if ever nearby!!!!!

Jessica S.

14 years ago

Pupusas and plantanos my fave.

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