Once again went looking for Sunday brunch and was NOT disappointed. This is a small storefront…read morethat's jam-packed with good vibes and great food--the kind of food where you can taste the pride in every bite. It's a cozy space with about five tables, and literally every seat was taken. Despite the size, we were seated at a table for four and our orders were taken promptly. The restaurant also sells a variety of imported products, giving it a bodega/restaurant vibe. The menu is simple, offering everything from pupusas and steaks to tamales and daily specials. I went with four pupusas: cheese, mixta, chicharrón, and beans. The rest of the family ordered steaks, and nothing disappointed. The food was hot, fresh, and packed with flavor. The pupusas were done right--filled generously, the tortillas cooked perfectly with no mushy centers. I ate until I was about to pop! The red sauce and curtido (salad) were the perfect pairing, alongside a tall glass of horchata. Considering how full I was, the price made it even better. Another local gem you absolutely need to try. 5/5 stars.

Small family restaurant. Went on a Sunday afternoon and people were coming in and out. Very busy…read morebut with a fast service. Our food was delicious. Great taste and we will definitely go back to get more pupusas.

Food was delicious, service was helpful and friendly, vibes matched the food. Their prices are…read morealso desirable for the area I think these are the best tacos in town with great quality carne asada, the seasonings and toppings were fresh and on point. They use their homemade pupusas as tortillas which elevate this dish to another level. The green sauce and red sauces were drinkable. Not spicy (though something could have used some spice) and packed with flavor The Pupusas are always delicious. I enjoy the shrimp with cheese, jalapeño with cheese and bean with cheese.

The food it's good don't get me wrong but the staff, yeah that's another case worst customer…read moreservice I have ever experienced.! It's all about the attitude I do not recommend this place to nobody!

This is the BEST spot in the area for pupusas. It's our go-to whenever we're in the mood for…read morepupusas revueltas and have never been disappointed. We always get take out and the food is ready pretty quickly, especially considering how busy it gets at times. I love the Cole slaw topping that comes with the pupusas. It's tangly, a little spicy and so crunchy. It's the only spot that makes it the way I like it. And the pupusas are soft and just divine. Super tasty and not greasy. We always order extra pupusas so we have leftovers for the next day. They heat up really well and taste just as good!

Coming from a salvadorean to say the food is good, you better believe is good. Friendly service and…read moregood ambiance

Authentic Taste of El Salvador - A Hidden Gem…read more We were on the hunt for authentic pupusas and struck gold with this small, hole-in-the-wall spot that delivers big on flavor and tradition. With an extensive menu full of classic Salvadoran options, we ultimately chose the pupusas revueltas, filled with chicharrón (pork rinds), frijoles (beans), and cheese. They were freshly made, so we did wait about 35 minutes--but it was absolutely worth it for the taste and quality. The accompanying green and red sauces were excellent complements, though a word to the wise: the red sauce (which is more orange in color) packs serious heat. If you love spicy food, you're in for a treat--but it might deserve a little PSA for the uninitiated! They also offer a wide selection of aguas frescas. I tried the jamaica (hibiscus juice), and it was refreshing and flavorful. The prices are very affordable, the portions generous, and beyond pupusas, the restaurant offers a variety of Salvadoran snacks, candies, chips, and even ice cream--perfect for anyone wanting to relive the flavors of home. A special thanks to Brenda, who curated a playlist of classic cumbia music that gave the whole experience a warm and nostalgic vibe. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot to anyone craving authentic Salvadoran food.

Just tried La Casa De Las Pupusas for the first time. The staff was pleasant. The restaurant has…read moresome comfortable tables to sit at. They have a nice selection of pupusas, plus a full menu of entrees, an assortment of drinks, and a few dessert options. I ordered two pupusas revueltas, atol de elote, and tres leches cake. The pupusas were perfect, crisp with delicious filling. They're served with a fresh slaw and tasty sauce. The atol de elote was fantastic, served piping hot, it featured sweet corn flavor and a great mouthfeel. The tres leches cake was a wonderful version, the icing was great and the cake texture was perfect to absorb just the right amount of "leches". Prices were very reasonable. Looking forward to returning for more of the same dishes and to try the entrees!

I ordered several pupusas and the calabacita relleno from here through Uber Eats. Prices were very…read morereasonable and the food arrived still very hot. My pupusas filled with cheese beans and loroco were very filling and the calabacita platter was the same. I definitely preferred the taste of the pupusas as the calabacita needed a strong sauce for taste so I ended up using the red and green salsas from the pupusas. However, even though I marked for utensils the restaurant did not provide me any. I don't know if that was a glitch in communications between Uber Eats and the restaurant, but it made it a pain to go hunting for plastic silverware at a quiet hotel.

El Shaday is one of those Salvadoran food spots you can't stay away from. I eat there or order…read moredelivery at least five times a month -- that's how good it is. The food tastes like home: fresh, flavorful, and made with real love. Every dish hits, whether you're grabbing something quick or sitting down for a full meal. If you're craving authentic Salvadoran cooking, this is the place. -- @mojicafelixmiguel El Shaday is one of those Salvadoran food spots you can't stay away from. I eat there or order delivery at least five times a month -- that's how good it is. The food tastes like home: fresh, flavorful, and made with real love. Every dish hits, whether you're grabbing something quick or sitting down for a full meal. If you're craving authentic Salvadoran cooking, this is the place. -- @mojicafelixmiguel

Siempre vengo y no sé porque la mujer que me atendió me dio uno servicio tan mal. No nos dijo…read moregracias ni nos saludó ni sonrió pero una actitud tan mala que no sé porque uno puede atender la gente así. Yo como cliente estoy pagando para una experiencia buena y me puso en mal humor.

Food was excellent and the staff was so nice. They helped to explain each item on the plate in…read moredetail. Prices were very reasonable. I will be going back.

So so disappointed. A friend told me the pupusa were AMAZING here. They were okay. Nothing special…read more BUT the steak. Wow. I read the reviews when I was pulling up the menu and saw a photo of the steak. It looks delicious in the picture. So I ordered it to go. I get home and open the food. I have a dry & unseasoned steak. This meat was cooked for a dog to enjoy. I have never seen a place like this serve unseasoned meat. I am so disappointed I wasted my time and money here. I'll stick to la cascada in Nanuet Refer to the images below. You can tell which is which

This place checks all the boxes for an authentic, family run, home-cooked experience. The menu is a…read moremishmash of printed page and handwriting, the staff and clientele are nearly all Spanish speaking, it is spotless for dirt and there is Mexican football on the telly. The food is good. It's not fancy, and that should keep the snobs away, but it has the essential combination of scent, visuals, taste and the inner warmth a cook who loves a dish can make. You can do the El Typico half chicken, tacos which my sons say are rocking, steak platters in all their various combinations, and these wee Jammie cake style pupusa things. A novelty for me, very popular in Latin America apparently, they are enclosed buckwheat pancakes with a choice of fillings. Some of which you've never heard of, so try them. This is grass roots cooking, and I am a fan. In a low sodium World, the tropical propensity for salt is punkette, the spice combinations are unfamiliar but pleasing. Part of the meal I ate was a little dry, but that's what the excellent salsa is for, and everyone at the table is coming back. There is no booze, which is a good thing in working mens establishments playing football, and the while the drinks selection is authentic it is limited. Expect to pay fifteen bucks a head per adult, leaving plenty of opportunity for a jumbo tip. Don't go if you are stuck up.

Stopped here for lunch and got a combo that came with 8 small sized pupusas. The meats and cheese…read morecame on the side, which consisted of shrimp, steak, chicken, half a chorizo, and cactus. The rice was okay, no complaints. Price was $35 which I thought wasn't bad for the amount of food I got. I shared it with my partner and we each ate 4 pupusas each and we were completely stuffed. Would definitely go back to try more items on the menu!

Pupusas were good and service was great. They were pretty big too. Also ordered pastelitos de pollo…read moreand loved them. The restaurant is really nice and homey

As a native Salvi, these dishes bring a lot of comfort to me. The food at El Rinconcito is always…read moreauthentic, made with so much care and love. Being around for almost 35 years speaks volume. The service by Ena and Betty whom are usually around is great. The owners David and Edwin are also very welcoming as they are following parents footsteps. The location is well kept and spacious so you have your privacy if your a large party or date night. Also heating food up at home mostly microwaveable but the pupusas I like to heat on a pan/griddle stove top. I will always recommend this location as my favorite Salvadorean restaurant.

This hole in the wall joint packs a punch and leaves you begging for more. I kept it simple with…read morechicken and rice but the seasoning was a symphony of heat washed down very neatly with a very welcome margarita. Rinconcito is as unpretentious as they come but if you're just there for a great meal, who cares. Five easy stars.

New spot alert! Ordered takeout from here and was pleasantly surprised. Suited for takeout but they…read morehave a few tables inside if you wanted to eat in. I ordered a chicken and mushroom with rice, some pupusas and their carne asada tacos. Pickup was easy and the lady chased me down outside to make sure I got the plantains which was left out of the bag. It was super cold out so I appreciated that she came out in her t shirt lol. The food overall was really good, authentic and I think I enjoyed the tacos the most. The chicken and mushroom was tasty and the pupusas were good. I'm not s huge fan of pupusas usually but figured I'd give it a try. Really good food and not breaking the bank for dinner. I'll be back!

This was my first experience with Salvadorian food. They had a lot of chicken dishes for lunch…read more but the server mentioned that they arent very spicy so I went with the papusa. I wish the menu had pictures. The papusa were made fresh to order. I got the rice and bean one and the chicken one. 3 will likely fill you up but I got 4. It comes with a pickled cabbage salad and some red sauce. She also hooked me up with some homemade green and red salsa. The rice and beans tasted like a burrito and combined with the salsa was great. The chicken was minced and was also very good. Some guy got a authentic egg breakfast which looked very tasty too. The prices are almost $15 for dish so a little pricey.