Delicious, authentic pupusas! We got the super loca pupusa with cheese, fried pork, zucchini &…read moreloroco. The super is 12" and basically the size of 5-6 regular pupusas. We also had the Salvadoran platter which was tasty too. The pupusas are their star and when you get the supers to go, they come in a pizza box. Amazing, can't wait to back!

Amazing service and food was so delicious! We stopped in here for a quick lunch with my husband and…read morekids and they all enjoyed it. The waiter who I think is also the owner was amazing- thank you Emerson!! Deff recommend for a delicious and inexpensive Salvadoran lunch!!

I said one time I loved Spanish food and my friend ran with it. Next on her list of great food was…read more"La Hacienda." And she was right, it was good, but I had some concerns. It's street parking, but that's normal in Hempstead. The outside of the building fit popular 90's store fronts. So it made me reminiscent of the past. Inside I was a little surprised. The place was a bit run down. Tables were not wiped clean and the wood trim around the food looked questionable. But those things don't stop me from eating. The staff behind the counter were incredible! They talked to everyone. When the restaurant started to get more customers walking in, they were on it. The woman who helped us was incredibly friendly and helpful. She explained everything and what it was (my friend translated for me) and I made my selections. The woman waiting on us offered me some kind of sauce. I figured "when in Rome." We took our plates and started eating. I instantly thought how glad I was to take that sauce. I wish I remembered the name of it. But trust me I took the rest home. The entire meal, including the sauce, amazing! That ring that looks like a donut, was in fact, not a donut, but I will recommend you try it, if you stop in. I will definitely be back. With all the other selections down the assembly line they offer, I have my work cut out for me. I mean, I didn't even try the rice yet.

Will not remove any stars for language barrier. They tried their best to give me a good meal and…read moreexceeded my expectations. Ez 5 stars. Feels like I'm eating at my imaginary Spanish wife's family's house!

service was horrible and they did not provide what was promised. made us wait over an hour for our…read morefood only to come out and just to say that there was an error and it was going to take even longer than we already waited. we had to cancel the order and it was overall a waste of time. i would not recommend

My new favorite place to have a piece of home. I ordered two baleadas sencillas & my boyfriend had…read moretheir pupusas. The food came out right away fresh and warm. On the down side, the service was a little slow, but we literally arrived as they were opening up.

We love this authentic restaurant and the consistency of their dishes. Portion sizes are generous…read moreand the food is always so good.

Great pupusas. Did not try anything else but the menu really looked great for any time of the day…read moreor night

La Mesa is so good…read more Located in a small parking lot with an unassuming storefront, La Mesa is exactly what you'd consider a hidden gem. When you walk in you're immediately greeted by a smell of delicious food and a beautiful and quirky interior. They have many drinks and snacks based on the Filipino and El Salvadorian roots of the restaurant! We've had many items off the menu but our favorites are the tocilog, longaniza, garlic rice, and tamal de elote. Portions are large and always fresh. Everyone who works here is also very nice and accommodating. They always substitute garlic rice when requested which I appreciate.

We enjoyed the food at La Mesa. Everything was fresh just prepared right in front of you.read more

My husband and I stopped at this lovely restaurant after the movies. We were greeted by our server…read moreand she told us that we can sit anywhere. The restaurant was lively with its bright neon lights and great music. For starters we enjoyed the fried calamari. I enjoyed my shrimp quesadillas and hubby enjoyed his Bitton tacos and the sauce that came with it was to die for. Out cocktails were good too!

The food was beyond delicious, I can't recommend enough, i was pleasantly surprised by the…read moreauthenticity.

I've been going to this restaurant since I was a teen! I'm now in my mid 30s - the owner Albertina…read moreis the sweetest soul! This Salvadoran restaurant is known for their pupusas and let me tell you they are DELICIOUS the best in Freeport in my opinion. The ambiance is clean and roomy! There is also a bar area. Please keep this business open and go try for yourself! You will not disappointed. PS make sure you have a horchata along with your meal

What a hidden treasure this place is!!!…read more A must try, delicious South American food (El Salvador) It's right off merrick road with plenty of parking in the back. Place is clean, waitress (Kanya) was friendly, professional, and very attentive . We ordered the steak with shrimp combo with a side of fried plantains and beans. The steak was tender, cooked to perfection and seasoned very well; mouth watering good! We ordered a side of plantains and beans which was delicious. The portions were huge, we both went home with leftovers. Our bill came to $70 for two.

Salvatoria Kitchen and Bar is a great option if you're looking for a sit-down spot for pupusas. I…read morewas pleasantly surprised that the pupusas were still reasonably priced for a full-service restaurant and bar, at around $4 each. They offer a good variety of fillings. My favorite was the jalapeño and cheese, which have a nice kick to them. The yuca frita was crispy but not oily, and made for a great appetizer before the pupusas. We came during happy hour and took advantage of the drink specials. The red sangria and margaritas were only $8 a glass and they were both strong and tasty, though I preferred the sangria slightly more. The music at Salvatoria was great and made for a nice atmosphere, with current Latino hits playing in the background. My only note, and it's minor, is that the curtido wasn't as good as I've had at other places. They do give you a good amount, but it lacked some of the crunch and acidity that a great curtido needs to balance out the pupusas. Overall, Salvatoria Kitchen and Bar delivers on food, value, and atmosphere. The bill for four pupusas, two drinks, and an order of yuca frita came out to just $45 before tip.

Another place i got to check off from my "must go" list. I…read morehad never had pupusas nor picadas and this was life changing on so many level!!! I was already kind of full but the entrees we got were also very delicious. I wish I knew how to cook fish or chicken that juicy but keeping the outside crunchy-crispy. 10/10 for all the food. Idk why but the music was so upbeat and it kept me feel rushed for some reason but that might be just me! Haha The service was great, the water kept getting filled and they were very attentive. Would definitely come back again!

My 3rd favorite place in Freeport, besides my Best Friend of 20 year's place & her Parents... They…read morecan meet me here still!! A nice hidden gem after Long Beach or Jones Beach, not far off the Meadowbrook Parkway. I believe the MTA bus to the LIRR drives past here. Everything is made to order and super fresh, I've only had the Pupusas here but I'm fine with that. They have other Salvadorian & Central American entrées, soups, and desserts here. Horchata is on point. The pickled cabbage for the topping of the Pupusas has a tiny kick to it, the tomato sauce has fresh oregano bits. Now onto the Pupusas, even if you don't eat pork- get the pork ones! The ground/shredded pork is seasoned well with spices & herbs (oregano? chiplin maybe?) & patties are grilled nicely. My other choice would be the Cheese & Chiplin (a tasty cilantro-like herb). Delish! Cheese has been missing this herb- why is this herb not in all cuisines?? They have a mixed pupusa (pork, cheese, beans) but I prefer just plain single flavor ones for the full flavor effect. Be generous with the tomato sauce & cabbage! It's a layered taste explosion. Excellent pricing & portions. I've had solo and nice group dinners here. Two large rooms, little ladies rolling Pupusas in the middle kitchen area. Average wait time, as things are made fresh! To-go orders pack a lot of cabbage & tomato sauce in sandwich baggies for you- so family style. A parking lot across the street. I'll be back soon! FYI- Pupusas are not gluten free, but there's lots of rice & yucca with entrees.

Hadn't been there in yearssss, idk why, but glad we returned. Daughter had the seafood soup which…read moreshe said was very yummy. I had the chicken Francese which was a little salty but overall good! My son and husband got pupusas, that were delicious!! The waiter was excellent and food came out fast. We will be back.