One of my fave stops for pupusa and they are very generous with the cabbage and sauce. I am craving…read morethis again as I write my review and need to re-visit or another take out night. I haven't dined in but the takeout process was quick and easy. I always get the pork, bean & cheese for myself and chicken & cheese. Remember to get the fruit drink in large, it's super refreshing especially during this hot week. Street parking or park in the small back lot.

Perfect little restaurant. Good vibes. Good food. Felt like we traveled without having to fly. The…read morechicken was so good. The mixed pupusa's the best one.

Diana was the best!!!!!!!!! Super tentative and sweet and…read moreher recommendations steered us to the yummiest foods! The picanha is the way to go!

Diana was our waitress tonight, and she made sure we felt welcome from the start -- service was on…read morepoint. She was fun, attentive, and clearly trying her best to give us a great experience. The food itself was just okay for the price. Presentation and plating were nice, but the taste didn't quite match the cost. Drinks were a letdown. I ordered the smoked old fashioned, and while it came out with the smoked box for show, the smoke flavor didn't actually come through. My wife's mojito wasn't mixed well either. Overall: great service from Diana, but the kitchen and bar need to step up to match the price point.

Came across this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. Everything we ordered was fantastic!…read moreThe lomo saltado was delicious, the 1/4 chicken was perfectly cooked, the yuca is a must, and the shrimp ceviche was incredibly fresh. It's family-owned, and you can definitely feel it. Everyone was so warm, friendly, and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The only thing I would change is that I wish all of the food came out at the same time instead of being spread out throughout the meal. Other than that, we had a great experience. Can't wait to come back and try more!

If you want delicious and authentic Peruvian food in a beautiful, casual atmosphere, look no…read morefurther. El Dorado is the place to be. The owner, Jonah, is an incredibly nice person. It was great being able to chat with him, and he was extremely hospitable. He made sure to give me plenty of water on such a hot day, as I had my pug with me and we were sitting on the patio on a hot summer day. The lomo saltado was perfect. Tender, juicy beef, delicious fries and sauce, white rice, red onions, and roasted red peppers. The Pollo à la Brasa was off the hook. We got a half chicken with fried plantains and Peruvian beans. Absolutely delectable. Chicken was juicy and tender with perfectly crisp skin. Seasoning was just right. Fried plantains were best I've ever had. Lightly fried with a moist and lightly sweet interior. We also tried an order of Papas Huancaina. The potatoes were perfectly tender, and the sauce had a nice little kick without being too much. Service was impeccable. People constantly checked on us on the patio. The World Cup was playing on two flatscreen TVs on the patio and two flatscreen TVs inside. Everyone here is happy! Restrooms are incredibly clean and surprisingly lovely with scented candles and plants. El Dorado exceeded my expectations and I'll definitely be back. If you're a fan of Peruvian cuisine in a casual but lovely and comfy atmosphere, you must come. El Dorado Pollos a la Brasa is authentic and friendly and delicious and perfect.

Outstanding !!! 5 Star restaurant and service !!! Drinks are exceptionally good !! Flavors are…read morepopping !!! Highly recommend add to Pasadena top restaurants

A friend grabbed reservations to Maestro's for some dinner for the night. Heard good things about…read morethis spot. Parking is in parking structures throughout this area but watch out for the one way streets. They do not validate. Parking is cheap though. Started off with the calamari, oysters aguachile and guacamole. Calamari - My favorite of the appetizers. Very lightly breaded. Not overcooked. Small but shareable amount. The red bell pepper sauce dressed underneath is deep in flavor. This was a solid dish. Guacamole - Now being a guac connoisseur I found this guac pleasant. Creamy, a little limey, good flavors. Topped with cotija and I'm pretty sure cotija was present within the guac mix itself. Nice touch. Could have used a little heat tho. Plantains ehhhh were okay. Even though the tostadas were thinner I preferred those over the plantains. Oysters Aguachile - Aight. Fresh. Aguachile mix on top could have had some heat and more true aguachile notes like cilantro, onion. But still fresh and a nice appetizer. Arrachera (skirt steak) - Delicious. Definitely a big plate. I opted for veggie mix instead of the rice to go for more low carb. Very good. The steak was cooked perfectly. Well seasoned. Spring mix was a nice touch to have something lighter. Service was very prompt and friendly. I forgot our waitresses name but she was very nice. Definitely will be back. One thing about the dishes overall is that they did stay in their lane. I didnt find them exploring too much like differences or going in a certain way. Everything was executed perfectly and what you would expect. I sampled the birria and mole enchiladas. Those made me feel like yeah this is the way they should be made. And Im only a fan of specific moles.

Firstly, the service is amazing. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and super clean. The staff…read moreare incredibly nice and the owner offered to get my dog water as we sat outside. The food itself is very much worth it, the Arepa is as beautifully cooked nice and crispy on the outside and the flavors were nicely balanced. The garlic and picante sauce paired perfectly. Nothing was over powering or underwhelming. I would def come back here again! Thank you for a delicious meal!

My first time trying Arepa and I'm a fan now…read more The bread is very unique, kind of reminds me of an english muffin but made out of corn. I had the Pabellon Arepa and even though I don't like sweet in my food I think the plantains went very well with the rest of the ingredients in the sandwich. Overall, it was very enjoyable. Also came with two dips which is always a plus. I do think the price is a little too hefty for what it is though. For that reason, I am not sure how often I'd go back, but I'm glad I tried and I think so should you.

We've driven past Mely's so many times while sitting in the long In-N-Out drive-thru line next door…read moreand finally decided to give it a try. The great reviews didn't disappoint. From the moment our aguas frescas came out, we knew this place was different. The lemonade was freshly made, and honestly, who does that anymore? They do. Since it was our first visit, I asked our server to surprise me with her favorite dish. She recommended the Casorio, and wow. The presentation was beautiful, and it tasted even better. I can't gatekeep this place anymore. We moved to the area about two years ago and have been searching for a family-friendly restaurant with consistently great food. I think we finally found it. Our girls love pupusas, and they were a huge hit. We also ordered the fried yuca, which was delicious, and they had a new torta-style sandwich that wasn't even on the menu yet. It reminded me of a Salvadoran pan con pavo, and it was incredible. I have a feeling we're going to become regulars. Great food, friendly service, and a place we're excited to come back to. Highly recommend!

Returned for a second visit at this family run restaurant. Kind and quick service on a Saturday…read moreafternoon. Definitely good to order pupusas and seafood dishes. Indoor or patio seating.

Hands down the best, most authentic Venezuelan food in Los Angeles. I come all the way from West…read moreHollywood to have an arepa. The staff is so friendly and make great suggestions on what to order. There is limited seating inside, but great outdoor options that is covered. They're adjoined to a Pasadena Public Parking lot. $1 for 2 hours, a great deal! Can't wait to come back! My favorite at the moment is the Reina - chicken & avocado

Came here for Sunday brunch - menu was pretty straight forward but the chocolat and the rest of the…read moredrinks on their menu was overwhelming. I wanted to try their chocolate but still wanted coffee and I had both. oh so good. Food wise, it tasted so authentic & fresh. The place was quite small but just right, people are in & out. I like the outside seating. I can't wait to try their other drinks. P.S. they guy that was there was super helpful. very knowledgeable of what they are offering.

I been here a few times and what keeps me coming back is their wonderful Salvadoran style Soups and…read moreBreakfast. The ladies that work here are so nice! The pupusas (savory filled corn cakes) here are expertly shaped (no cracks) and beautiful. The ratio of filling is very cheese heavy which kinda mutes out the other flavors in the filling in my opinion, but they are still very good. Ask for extra curtido (pickled cabbage slaw) and tomato salsa; it cuts out the richness of the pupusas. Pupusas do take time to assemble and cook as they are made to order, so either call ahead like the locals do or be prepared to wait. If you wish to dine-in, there are a few tables inside. The restaurant is small. I usually do takeout and everything is always packaged nicely for the short ride home.

I usually don't write no comments when I buy food online. The reason I'm giving one start is…read morebecause this place is advertising on their menu false prices.the pic they have on the menu shows 3 pupusas for $6.90 I order 2 orders. I received 1 order instead of 2 orders to top it off inside the plate was only 2 pupusas. I call the restaurant thy said the owner of the restaurant hasn't changed the menu. They refused to send me what I order from their menu they were rude over the phone and they were rude with the delivery girl too. They ignore her.