La comida aquí es increíble--súper auténtica y llena de ese verdadero sabor centroamericano. Pero la verdad, el servicio es igual de bueno. Se nota que hubo un cambio de dueños recientemente porque todo se siente mucho mejor que antes. De verdad que han subido el nivel. ¡Definitivamente es un lugar que tienes que visitar--100% recomendado! The food here is amazing--super authentic and full of that true Central American flavor. But honestly, the service is just as good! You can tell there's been a change in ownership recently because everything feels even better than before. They've really stepped it up. Definitely a spot you've gotta check out--highly recommend! read more

We went for lunch on a Monday. The server didn't speak English so I couldn't get answers to my menu questions. I started with a papusa, beef empanada and fried tamale. All were delicious. We also had a large platter for $18 with chicharron, steak, steak taquitos, plantain chips, fried yuca, tortilla chips, & a cup of beans. The steak was very chewy and I spit out multiple pieces. We ended with a plantain empanada stuffed with a white sweet sauce. It had a sugar coating and was fried. Delicious. The restaurant is clean. There is parking in the attached lot. Prices are reasonable. read more

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Alright, if you're Central American or just love Central American food, This is the place you want to eat at. On several occasions over the past year, I've eaten at El Merendon and have ordered takeout, and trust me it has not disappointed me at all. I've tasted the Cena Hondurenra and it was so delicious the Carne and beans feel so fresh and tasty. The Baleada con crane tastes as if my abulea made it by hand. You cannot go wrong with this dish. I recommend this restaurant for true authentic Central American food. read more

They have the best breakfast and the best pupusas !! I love el merendon!!! It's small place with big flavor !

As someone who is Salvadorian I'm always looking for a place nearby that can really satisfy my craving for papusas. Well it's easy to say that this place exceeded my expectations, I got bean and cheese papusas and they were the real deal. Also got the Sopa de Res which they only serve a couple times a week and it was so authentic. I work about 7 minutes from this place so I will be coming back over and over again. Atmosphere is very clean I was overall very impressed and wish this business long lasting success read more

El Merendon Latino - Papusas and Sopa de Res - Honduran Near Me - Plantation, Florida

Wow. Amazing El Salvadorean cuisine. The empanadas were legit on point! Homemade chicken and potatoes stuffing. The sweet corn tamales were moist and sweetened just right. The carne asada was marinated in all the flavors of El Salvador. I love little hole in the wall and this was a fantastic find. Definitely must try if you're craving authentic Latin food. read more

El Merendon Latino - Carne Asada - Honduran Near Me - Plantation, Florida

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Waitress are rude. Can't take an order correct to get a refill on water takes 30 minutes. Son ordered a chicken baleada came out as a steak. Then we had to reorder it came out with hardly no meat was nothing like a real baleada more cheese that anything the waitress didn't deserve a tip but I gave her one feel bad this place is the worst crap. There is better food then this around. Carnitas is better than your hole in the wall this is my second time there never again read more

I always come here for the cheese pupusas and they're excellent !! I couldn't ask for better service and hospitality while eating here

horrible café , y para el como cuesta casi 7 dolares , el lugar más horrible para comprar café , la verdad no es justo , al menos si va hacer costoso por lo menos hágalo bueno qhe valga la pena read more

El Merendon Latino - Este restaurante ubicando en plantation es horrible como es posible que un café , cueste casi 7 dólares , y malísimo café - Honduran Near Me - Plantation, Florida

Hair in my food really disappointed and disgusted. Y'all check your food before you eat read more

El Merendon Latino - Carne asada con pelo - Honduran Near Me - Plantation, Florida

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Really delicious/cute spot! You can practice your Spanish here when you order food. Menu is in Spanish and English. I previously wasn't familiar with Honduran or Salvadoran food but now I am. I learned about pupusas on buzzfeed, and definitely will try it next time I go back. Steak and chicken were yum, definitely will try shrimp too next time. Tamales de elotes tiernos tastes like it was made with love by someone's sweet abuelita. Great prices and big portions. Waitress was very sweet and attentive, staff wore masks. Hidden gem restaurant! read more

Good place to eat Latin food. Prices are affordable, food is good! Will definitely recommend the place specially the special breakfast!

Wow let me tell you when I walked in with my father we didn't think much of the restaurant. Very small mom and pop type of restaurant. But when we sat down and the food came, it did not disappoint. I ordered steak and eggs with a side of white rice and some black beans. The steak tasted amazing and the eggs were cooked to perfection. Service can be a little slow if busy but man the food is really really good. 10/10 would recommend. read more

The food is fresh and amazing! The service Is friendly and made with love . 11/10 definitely recommend! Mom and pops atmosphere.

No se ni por donde empezar la verdad que el servicio desde que llamas estuvo pésimo, lo cual me cuesta creer por que la verdad ya habíamos ido un par de veces y todo estuvo bien, llame para saber si estaban ocupados para dine in y me dijeron que no, este día en especifico solo estaban recibiendo efectivo lo cual no me dejaron saber por el teléfono y cuando llegamos nos tuvimos que devolver a un cajero a conseguir cash No había ni una sola mesa ocupada éramos las únicas clientas y se demoraron casi 30 min en darnos la comida yo pedí un ceviche con un side de maduros y mi amiga pidió un chicharrón de pollo con un side de papas, primero llegó su comida con mi side y a los 10 min mi ceviche las papas fritas de mi amiga nunca llegaron, y mi ceviche la verdad estaba Terrible sabía a condimento con cebolla no veías ni el camarón, mientras buscaba la mesera se acercó la cocinera o no se si es la dueña que nos pregunto si todo estaba bien yo le dije que no que mi amiga ya se acabó su comida y nunca llegó sus papas fritas y que mi ceviche solo sabía a Maggie la señora se disgustó fue muy grosera la verdad que si es la dueña que pedimos servicio, cuando nos paramos a pagar la cocinera se acerca con las papas fritas de mi amiga y las deja en la mesa?? De verdad ella esperaba que nos sentáramos a comerlas ? Cuando se me acerco me dijo ud que esperaba ver los camarones enteros??? Perdoooon todavía no puedo creer que se acercara a decirme eso, y aparte con una pésima actitud, nunca mas volvemos a este lugar y que lastima por que pensábamos que el servicio era bueno llevamos 3 meses viniendo para nuestro lunch y de verdad que preferimos no volver a que nos traten tan mal, si ud es la dueña que nos dijo eso déjeme decirle que si así es como ud trata a sus clientes no me imagino como lo será con sus empleados! read more

I did a pick up order for the baleadas, popusas, the appetizer that brings everything and a soup. Everything was delicious and good portions, shareable size. Will order more often read more

This is the place to get a great carne asada rice and beans/refried beans. The atmosphere is quaint and laid back and not noisy, which is what I like after a long day at work. read more

This place is excellent for lunch and dinner. Dishes are prepared fresh and the staff is very friendly. I particularly liked the "Popusas". Delicious! read more

My Lunch Spot!!! Please just try them! They have amazing customer service. Food is ALWAYS delicious!! I can go on and on about this GEM!! Must Try El Merendon Latino read more

Mal servicio pésimo uno pide comida y le manda la que no es siempre es así peor con los delivery

The best Salvadorian Restaurant in town. Yummy pupusas and tamal de gallina. I have been coming here for more than four years and service has always been outstanding. Many items on the menu, ranges from a fast snack to a full dinner. read more

El Merendon Latino - Yummy desserts - Honduran Near Me - Plantation, Florida

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This was a nice little find, recommended by a co-worker. The food was really decent in my opinion. I ordered a pork and bean pupusa, and baleada hondureña (which I especially enjoyed), which had beans, egg and crema. Both these choices were delicious. The pupusas were about $3 each, and the baleadas are around $5, give or take. A dinner for two cost us about $20, and that included a Modelo beer I ordered to go with it. The atmosphere on a Friday night was very comfortable and relaxing. I will definitely be returning there. read more

This place is such a find - awesome for dining in or take out. Great prices for delicious food & friendly service, though not everyone really speaks English. There was a bit of a wait for the food. I got a pupusa and massive baleada. Their sangria was also great - not too sweet though also didn't taste very alcoholic. read more

I live close by to this establishment and make a trip here atleast twice a week The food quality is excellent, the portions are more than sufficient, the staff working here are always friendly and helpful, and the owner is a genuinely nice guy thay is always checking in with customers for their satisfaction. Highly recommend this place if you are in the area and craving this type of cuisine. read more

The food is super tasty but on the honduran side it lacks a lil bit of authencity .. excellent service and clean facilities

Ammmmmazingggg food and staff! Always on point! True authentic Hispanic food! Owners are the nicest and most attentive! This place is a true gem! I feel like I'm eating in El Salvador. Great prices and selections! I've gone for breakfast lunch and dinner! read more

Just order a Seafood soup " OMG " it smells soo Good , till i put my spoon in , first thing that came was a HAIR , Not even an apology from Waitress , she went in the back told the mgr , i Guest he did Not care . It was like nothing happened, Did Not even ask if i wanted anything else ! Will never come to this place ever ever again ! I would Not recomend this place to anyone ! Waitress had a chance to apologize as we were leaving , but she show no concern Did Not Care. read more

EXCELLENT lunch specials -- cheap and delicious! I wish I lived closer I'd come here multiple times a week.

I loooooooovvvvvveeeeeeee this place. My fav is the pork chops with rice and beans. Nicely flavored and it's always consistently good. The special pickled spicy onions are Housemade and always tops off the dishes nicely. I always end my meal with vanilla flan and espresso shots. Soooooo good. Try it, you will not regret it! read more

Great service food takes about to10min it's worth the wait I've been goign here ever since I was little everyone is great the food delicious breakfast lunch or dinner you should try it it's worth it read more